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Sanding the back of the stock gauge face - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Nov 12, '02From Webster Ma.CurrentlyOfflineReputation:1(100%)
In my perpetual quest for perfect custom gauges, I have removed my cluster - ONCE again - much to the amusement and chagrin of my coworkers. I have FINALLY found
the thread outlining the sanding bit
b...
8 replies Topic ID: 55719

Engine enamel: 500º vs. 1200º - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › General Discussion
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Jul 7, '03CurrentlyOfflineReputation:55(100%)
Why is Duplicolor Engine Enamel 500º paint? Don't you have to use 1200º paint for valve covers? I realize they have that ("High Heat Paint") but why is what they call "Engine Enamel" 500º?
7 replies Topic ID: 55703
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Sep 6, '04From oakdale MnCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Someone at work sent me a link to this video, I think it's actually really interesting. Very Jetson's. (video is on the home page)
http://www.aptera.com/
12 replies Topic ID: 55668
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Oct 13, '06From UKCurrentlyOfflineReputation:6(100%)
I hope posting this doesn't violate any rules, but I'm honestly wondering if anyone on here has ever heard of this before. Someone at work was telling me about it today, and it is absolutely the GROSS...
27 replies Topic ID: 55613

2008 Celica calendars - Revised August image - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › General Discussion
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
Due to an oversight, the image used for August in the 2008 Celica calendar printed in low resolution. I was able to obtain the high-resolution image and format it to the same specs as it appears in th...
1 replies Topic ID: 55549

Map light bulbs - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
This is so petty but it BUGS me to no end. In my map light I have size 57 bulbs. They're icky dingy yellow and fairly useless. I've been hunting for a replacement for the bulbs I have, but can't find ...
7 replies Topic ID: 55483

Throttle body "upgrade"? - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Nov 20, '07From Oil City LouisianaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
I just read this whole thing on CelicaTech about replacing the stock TB w/a larger one for increased airflow. It seemed to make sense, but I know nothing about this stuff.
Here's the link for anyone i...
4 replies Topic ID: 55373

Who makes the OEM spark plug wires for our car? - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 4, '06From Kelowna, BC CanadaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:3(100%)
and can I get a part number for Toyota plug wires? (7afe)
OR - which are the best plug wires to go with? I talked to a mechanic a few days ago who told me he's learned that Toyotas really like Toyota ...
25 replies Topic ID: 55368

Engine still lagging/bucking, help! - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Nov 23, '07From Houston TXCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
I'm still having weird engine issues. It was bucking really bad until warm up, especially in higher RPMs. I did a tune-up which helped but didn't solve it, engine would still buck while cold at higher...
16 replies Topic ID: 55302

Question about Dragon badge - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › General Discussion
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Nov 23, '07From Houston TXCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
I found this guy on CL who has two dragon badges on a parts car, and I'm trying to talk the guy into selling them to me. He said the one on the front grill doesn't come off though, that he'd have to g...
15 replies Topic ID: 55153

Someone wanted a dimmer switch? - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › General Discussion
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
I forgot who was looking for it, it seemed like it was someone w/a European spec Celica, but I remember seeing a post like last week that somebody wanted a whole dimmer switch setup. Well I just saw o...
0 replies Topic ID: 55096
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Nov 23, '07From Houston TXCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
now THAT's TURBO!
8 replies Topic ID: 55032
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
muwahhhhhh
0 replies Topic ID: 55012
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 15, '07From stillwater, okCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
I've lived here 9 years and have only HEARD of one that happened in like 1972 or something like that... anyway, there was a tornado just outside of Portland like an hour ago! Crazy! I knew I was sick ...
29 replies Topic ID: 55009

7AFE Idling too high - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Mar 8, '04From Newport, RICurrentlyOfflineReputation:63(99%)
Today I (finally) cleaned the throttle body, but even w/the engine warmed up it's idling around 1700 RMPs. Should I clean the IAC valve? Where exactly is that, anyway? Also, is there a way to adjust t...
9 replies Topic ID: 54911

Full Tech Manuals - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Nov 5, '07From New ZealandCurrentlyOfflineReputation:3(100%)
Okay, so I'm reading through here and I stumble upon a thread mentioning my fabulousness and how it relates to the tech manual...
I downloaded it from the Celicatech site, but for ease and convenience...
45 replies Topic ID: 54839

adjustable strut tower support bar fits 2000-2005 celica - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Suspension/Handling/Braking
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 7, '06From wyomissing pennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:2(100%)
Someone local to me is selling this for 25 bucks, was wondering, will it fit our cars and is it even worth having?
25 replies Topic ID: 54805
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 1, '07From Sacramento, CACurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Okay, so on a more intellegent note in hopes of redeeming myself from participating in the debachery that was the SUV debate from hell thread, I saw this on CNN.com today. Any opinions?
Congress sends...
8 replies Topic ID: 54526
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
This is a totally hilarious and true blog about what it's like going to a mall two Saturdays before Christmas. Totally made me laugh out loud. Women will especially relate (at least I did)
http://rach...
0 replies Topic ID: 54506

Got a pair of speakers for Hanukkah and need some advice - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined May 6, '05From PACurrentlyOfflineReputation:4(100%)
Last night I got a pair of speakers for my car. Here are the specs:
6.5"
Kenwood 1680ie
2-way car speakers for 6-1/2" and 6-3/4" locations (pair)
mica-injected polypropylene woofer cone with urethane ...
9 replies Topic ID: 54370
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