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Simple question - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Jan 16, '07From covington, KYCurrentlyOfflineReputation:9(77%)
Does anyone know what those blue blocks under the "enthusiast" in the avatar mean?
2 replies
Topic ID: 74368
Dynolicious iPhone app - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 10, '08From sweet home, ORCurrentlyOfflineReputation:3(100%)
It's supposed to measure my peak hp, 0=60 time, and lateral G's using the iPhone's accelerometers and it said that my stock 7AFE had 149hp. That made me laugh SO HARD. I need to get it completely figu...
4 replies
Topic ID: 74232
Header question - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined May 29, '09From Gainesville, FLCurrentlyOfflineReputation:17(100%)
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Header-Exha...#ht_2974wt_1080
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Topic ID: 74169
Bigger injectors vs. mpg - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Mar 22, '07From Houston, TXCurrentlyOfflineReputation:4(100%)
I have a 7AFE and I currently get about 30mpg on average. Would getting bigger fuel injectors lower my mpg?
7 replies
Topic ID: 74074
WTB: tweeter covers - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Buying/Selling
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Mar 22, '07From Houston, TXCurrentlyOfflineReputation:4(100%)
I've been needing some for a while now and I finally have the extra money to throw around.
9 replies
Topic ID: 74048
Rotating tires - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Mar 8, '08From Orlando, FloridaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:14(100%)
Rotating tires is just bringing back to front, front to back and switching the right side with left, correct? For example, the front right tire would end up in rear left. If that's all it is, I can do...
10 replies
Topic ID: 74034
Rebuilding engine - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
I'm probably going to rebuild my 7AFE soon, I'd like to know a rough estimate of how much it would cost
2 replies
Topic ID: 73947
WTB: used coilovers - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Buying/Selling
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
I need new shocks, I'm rolling on the original '95s (no one bothered replacing them before I got a hold of her) so I'm looking to go the coilover route. Shoot me any offers along with the mileage they...
3 replies
Topic ID: 73923
Shock went out?? - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 7, '09From Northern kentuckyCurrentlyOfflineReputation:8(90%)
Today, I noticed a popping sound from my right front shock. I'm assuming that it just died. True or false?
37 replies
Topic ID: 73705
My motor seems to be burning oil - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 7, '09From Northern kentuckyCurrentlyOfflineReputation:8(90%)
I filled it up to where the oil level was about 3/4 to the full line about 2-3 weeks ago and now, the oil level is about 1/4 to the low line. That's half a quart in 2-3 weeks. Is that normal??
17 replies
Topic ID: 73478
What's the point of stretching tires? - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Feb 15, '08From Royal Oak, MICurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
I've just been hearing a lot about it and I wanna know why? Is it beneficial, or just for looks?
4 replies
Topic ID: 73325
I'm going to drop my car soon - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Jun 29, '08From DenverCurrentlyOfflineReputation:59(100%)
1.) What struts would you guys recommend? I've heard Bilsteins and KYB is the way to go
2.) As for springs, I'm thinking Eibach sportlines, since they only drop 1.5" and I don't want to slam my car an...
2.) As for springs, I'm thinking Eibach sportlines, since they only drop 1.5" and I don't want to slam my car an...
6 replies
Topic ID: 73271
Coolant levels - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Feb 19, '08From MissouriCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
My radiator is fine, but does that engine coolant reservoir need to be full? I'm not completely sure. And I changed my oil just shy of 1,000 miles ago and it already ate through 1.5 qts of oil. I use ...
9 replies
Topic ID: 73243
Turboing a 7A - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Forced Induction
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Sep 30, '02From Washington Spokane / Coeur D' Alene IdahoCurrentlyOfflineReputation:11(100%)
Just wondering if turboing a 7A is a waste of time or should I just save for the 3SGTE?
12 replies
Topic ID: 73154
Header wraps - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 24, '09From Appleton, Wisconsin 54915CurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
I was just wondering if header wraps are safe for a daily driver. Because on my dad's AE86, with a 4AG, he wrapped his headers and he later had to replace them b/c there was a big crack on on of the s...
12 replies
Topic ID: 72691
Removing stickers? - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Exterior Styling
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Jun 18, '09From OrlandoCurrentlyOfflineReputation:8(100%)
I've got these mock carbon fiber stickers on both of my door handles from the previous owner and I want them off so the handles will match the rest of the car. Any tips on how I can remove these? I tr...
8 replies
Topic ID: 72627
Struts suggestions? - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 10, '08From sweet home, ORCurrentlyOfflineReputation:3(100%)
I'm getting lowering springs soon and I want to see if there any quality strut brands that I should go for. Also, does anyone know how much some polyurethane bushings run? Feedback is much appreciated...
14 replies
Topic ID: 72157
Springs v. Coilovers - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 10, '08From sweet home, ORCurrentlyOfflineReputation:3(100%)
Can someone tell me the difference? I want to lower my car but I'm not sure which way to go
31 replies
Topic ID: 71948
Power steering problem? - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Sep 8, '08From IrelandCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
When I try to start my Celica after it's been sitting for about 10 hours, I get an odd noise that
almost sounds like an idling weed eater from what I'm assuming is my rack and pinion because it only h...
almost sounds like an idling weed eater from what I'm assuming is my rack and pinion because it only h...
3 replies
Topic ID: 71875
Checking the dipstick on level ground. Question? - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Dec 26, '09From Albuquerque, NMCurrentlyOfflineReputation:19(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Feb 7, '07From Portland, OregonCurrentlyOfflineReputation:67(96%)
If my car is not on level ground (it sits on the driveway, so I'd say about 25-30 degree incline), does that affect the dipstick reading at all?
2 replies
Topic ID: 71798
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