Both headlights replaced today...
Car acceleration , hesitation bogging problem seems to be getting worse... This is what a dude on the forums said:
sounds like a dirty fuel tank to me, bet the sock filter on the pump is clogged, and or clogged fuel filter. getting starved of fueeel. if you're driving and it just suddenly goes bwaaaahhh.... and the engine bogs down and u can't even rev it in neutral. Def clogged sock filter. These idle control valves can be taken apart and cleaned aswell. No need to replace it. If it was this part, probably would b happening at all times.
Also from another forum concerning engine rebuild:
I took the engine out in the driveway with a crane. It's a little tough because of the clearance (the engine sits much higher than normal cars) but it can be done. Saved me a ton of money that way, but that was my main concern at the time. Either way is fine, but I can't speak for any shop specifically that can do the entire rebuild. However, it is worth asking if they use Ali for their machining, anyone down in Long Beach/Signal Hill most likely will. I went with a stock rebuild, but definitely could have gone +5, or more on the displacement. I guess it just depends on the condition of the cylinders and how effectively they can hone them.
Toyota specialists are pretty hard to come by around here, I've found. Guys that knew these MR2s aren't working anymore, and don't expect any help from the local dealerships.
I know Rancho Cucamonga is a pretty far hike, but my man Brent @ RalliCandi started his career at Longo Toyota. (909) 466-9666, he's a completely straight-up mechanic that'll explain everything to you. That's the only referral I'm confident to provide for a job like this, could be worth the drive? Either way, if you call Brent, tell him Alex sent ya. Now's a good time for him as the racing schedule is a little quiet this time of year, and he will warranty the block if you go for the blueprint.
I guess my point is, the more you can DIY, the more you save. Balance that with safety/time and you'll get this done and be absolutely stunned by the results. I'm still getting over 150 compression after 2 seasons of racing and haven't lost a drop of oil.
Car acceleration , hesitation bogging problem seems to be getting worse... This is what a dude on the forums said:
sounds like a dirty fuel tank to me, bet the sock filter on the pump is clogged, and or clogged fuel filter. getting starved of fueeel. if you're driving and it just suddenly goes bwaaaahhh.... and the engine bogs down and u can't even rev it in neutral. Def clogged sock filter. These idle control valves can be taken apart and cleaned aswell. No need to replace it. If it was this part, probably would b happening at all times.
Also from another forum concerning engine rebuild:
I took the engine out in the driveway with a crane. It's a little tough because of the clearance (the engine sits much higher than normal cars) but it can be done. Saved me a ton of money that way, but that was my main concern at the time. Either way is fine, but I can't speak for any shop specifically that can do the entire rebuild. However, it is worth asking if they use Ali for their machining, anyone down in Long Beach/Signal Hill most likely will. I went with a stock rebuild, but definitely could have gone +5, or more on the displacement. I guess it just depends on the condition of the cylinders and how effectively they can hone them.
Toyota specialists are pretty hard to come by around here, I've found. Guys that knew these MR2s aren't working anymore, and don't expect any help from the local dealerships.
I know Rancho Cucamonga is a pretty far hike, but my man Brent @ RalliCandi started his career at Longo Toyota. (909) 466-9666, he's a completely straight-up mechanic that'll explain everything to you. That's the only referral I'm confident to provide for a job like this, could be worth the drive? Either way, if you call Brent, tell him Alex sent ya. Now's a good time for him as the racing schedule is a little quiet this time of year, and he will warranty the block if you go for the blueprint.
I guess my point is, the more you can DIY, the more you save. Balance that with safety/time and you'll get this done and be absolutely stunned by the results. I'm still getting over 150 compression after 2 seasons of racing and haven't lost a drop of oil.
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