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Retired guy fixing his Celica - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Feb 23, '12From Warrior, ALCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Hey all-- I went to the Zone for wipers & met a guy working on his 94 ST hatchback.
He was hit by a truck a few days ago & needs a few things. He does NOT have a computer or cell phone, so I told him ...
He was hit by a truck a few days ago & needs a few things. He does NOT have a computer or cell phone, so I told him ...
8 replies
Topic ID: 88704
Water in headlight - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Exterior Styling
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 29, '11From Haltom City, TexasCurrentlyOfflineReputation:1(100%)
So we had a lil bit of rain. My passenger side hi-beam is 1/2 full of water!!..
Removing bumper is NOT going to happen!!
SO--
Can I drill a small hole for it to empty out then smear silicone over it ...
Removing bumper is NOT going to happen!!
SO--
Can I drill a small hole for it to empty out then smear silicone over it ...
11 replies
Topic ID: 88542
Car quit on the way to work - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 29, '11From Haltom City, TexasCurrentlyOfflineReputation:1(100%)
On my way to work the Celica quit!!
Sputtered 1time.
Lights & radio work.
Starter just whines but doesn't engage.
Getting it towed to the shop but it'll be a festering days b4
it gets checked. I know ...
Sputtered 1time.
Lights & radio work.
Starter just whines but doesn't engage.
Getting it towed to the shop but it'll be a festering days b4
it gets checked. I know ...
24 replies
Topic ID: 88392
Jump star=sparks - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 29, '11From Haltom City, TexasCurrentlyOfflineReputation:1(100%)
Didn't notice cables were crossed
Sparks & hot cable clamps!!
Starter won't engage or click.
For sure 1 fuse is blown in the engine bay.
Starter toast?? Possible other damage??
FML!!! I feel like such...
Sparks & hot cable clamps!!
Starter won't engage or click.
For sure 1 fuse is blown in the engine bay.
Starter toast?? Possible other damage??
FML!!! I feel like such...
8 replies
Topic ID: 88041
Need a radiator - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Sep 27, '10From pittsburghCurrentlyOfflineReputation:4(100%)
Need radiator ASAP so what do you think??
Murray or Spectra Premium?
About a dollar difference. Either rad will take 2 days to arrive.
Special Order...
Murray or Spectra Premium?
About a dollar difference. Either rad will take 2 days to arrive.
Special Order...
16 replies
Topic ID: 88012
Cooling fan - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
After doing fender & bumper cover replacement, the right fender bulb went out. No biggie--got new 194 bulbs & replaced both.
On the way home from work, I noticed the temp got higher than it normally g...
On the way home from work, I noticed the temp got higher than it normally g...
5 replies
Topic ID: 87753
WTB-Side supports - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Buying/Selling
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Help!!!
Desperate!!
I need both side supports for front bumpercover-to-fender parts with studs!!
The curvy things!!
PM your email addy if you want a pic to see what I'm talking about.
Thanks for any h...
Desperate!!
I need both side supports for front bumpercover-to-fender parts with studs!!
The curvy things!!
PM your email addy if you want a pic to see what I'm talking about.
Thanks for any h...
0 replies
Topic ID: 87429
Inner fender plastics - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
So tonight I'm starting to swap fen,ders & front bumper cover, stock ST & pre-facelift.
My Q is; does the driver side plastic liner have 2 pieces?
My Q is; does the driver side plastic liner have 2 pieces?
1 replies
Topic ID: 87419
Strong gas smell - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined May 31, '11From Rochester, NYCurrentlyOfflineReputation:5(100%)
Filled up yesterday. Got home & noticed a strong gas smell in the gas tank area.
Is there a " History " of the tanks getting rusted out in any certain areas or connections // fittings going bad? Befo...
Is there a " History " of the tanks getting rusted out in any certain areas or connections // fittings going bad? Befo...
5 replies
Topic ID: 84395
Overlay removal with no damage??? - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Mar 15, '07From TennesseeCurrentlyOfflineReputation:52(100%)
I want to get rid of the overlays on the gauges & get the sweet stock look back. Never worked anyway!!!
They came with the Celica when bought, so IDK how it's applied.
Is there a safe way to remove wi...
They came with the Celica when bought, so IDK how it's applied.
Is there a safe way to remove wi...
4 replies
Topic ID: 81544
Best injector cleaner?? - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 20, '08From Seattle, WACurrentlyOfflineReputation:5(100%)
I'm wondering what is the best injector cleaner?
There are a few to choose from. So what do you folks use?
I'm stuck between Lucas & Chevron.
I have high idle, & a lil pinging between 30-45 mph. The g...
There are a few to choose from. So what do you folks use?
I'm stuck between Lucas & Chevron.
I have high idle, & a lil pinging between 30-45 mph. The g...
7 replies
Topic ID: 81353
RPM @ idle - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Mar 6, '04From Charlotte, NCCurrentlyOfflineReputation:9(100%)
Started up fine, then started to fluctuate between 950-2000 in neutral. Drives fine, until idleing @ stops, then goes nuts!!
It revs up & down in like 2 second intervals.
Things I will check tomorrow...
It revs up & down in like 2 second intervals.
Things I will check tomorrow...
19 replies
Topic ID: 81334
Driver side plastics - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
I need help with this PLEASE!!!
Few nights ago, the Celica was a target of would be radio thieves!!
They must have
(1) gave up due to the amount of wires to choose from
OR
(2) been scared away by me g...
Few nights ago, the Celica was a target of would be radio thieves!!
They must have
(1) gave up due to the amount of wires to choose from
OR
(2) been scared away by me g...
0 replies
Topic ID: 77199
Battery hold down - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Jun 29, '08From DenverCurrentlyOfflineReputation:59(100%)
I just did some winter maintenance, & the hold down is gone!!!!
Is this avail from the dealer, or do I post in WTB?
In the meantime, Im going to the Zone to get a bungee or strap.
May have lost it bc ...
Is this avail from the dealer, or do I post in WTB?
In the meantime, Im going to the Zone to get a bungee or strap.
May have lost it bc ...
6 replies
Topic ID: 76927
Using a floor jack?? - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Mar 22, '07From Houston, TXCurrentlyOfflineReputation:4(100%)
I don't have the OEM style jack, & need to take off a front wheel.
Where should I put my floor jack to raise the front end??
I have a flat & need to take the tire off.
Doesn't look like the stock plac...
Where should I put my floor jack to raise the front end??
I have a flat & need to take the tire off.
Doesn't look like the stock plac...
6 replies
Topic ID: 76178
Camdenton,MO - 6G Celicas Forums
Other
› Off Topic
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Jun 29, '08From DenverCurrentlyOfflineReputation:59(100%)
We're in Camdenton,MO for a few days.
We've seen a very pristine 6gen Celica, maroon or dark
red 2 times in 2 days!! If I get the chance, I'll refer him to
6gc.net unless he's already a member!!
Very ...
We've seen a very pristine 6gen Celica, maroon or dark
red 2 times in 2 days!! If I get the chance, I'll refer him to
6gc.net unless he's already a member!!
Very ...
4 replies
Topic ID: 75291
New or rebuilt?? - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Jun 29, '08From DenverCurrentlyOfflineReputation:59(100%)
Driver side grinds and makes me whince!!
Next Thursday it's going in for brake work.
So if the caliper needs replaced,
New or Used??
I replaced the pads & rotors about a yaer ago, and started making n...
Next Thursday it's going in for brake work.
So if the caliper needs replaced,
New or Used??
I replaced the pads & rotors about a yaer ago, and started making n...
7 replies
Topic ID: 75227
WOOT WOOT - 6G Celicas Forums
Other
› Off Topic
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Jun 29, '08From DenverCurrentlyOfflineReputation:59(100%)
Hey all,
Just a quick note--
After sitting on pins & needles for a few days, he's arrived!!
Our first Grand Son!!
Born right around 6 this evening,
8lbs 14 ozs!!
Mother & Son doing fine!!!!!
We will g...
Just a quick note--
After sitting on pins & needles for a few days, he's arrived!!
Our first Grand Son!!
Born right around 6 this evening,
8lbs 14 ozs!!
Mother & Son doing fine!!!!!
We will g...
6 replies
Topic ID: 74994
Cat verter - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '07From Eagan, MNCurrentlyOfflineReputation:3(100%)
About a week ago the cat'verter, the 1 under the front seat area, fell off due to rust. I put a pipe in it's place til I can afford another 1.
I noticed a BIG drop in gas milage!!
Other than emissions...
I noticed a BIG drop in gas milage!!
Other than emissions...
4 replies
Topic ID: 73112
3 inches form a major accident - 6G Celicas Forums
Other
› Off Topic
Started: EnthusiastJoined Feb 14, '09From Mid WestCurrentlyOfflineReputation:7(100%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Jun 29, '08From DenverCurrentlyOfflineReputation:59(100%)
I just got home from work--check this out------
Thismorning on my way to work at 4am--a main State Route--( 2 lanes)
I'm driving doing 55. A ways ahead, coming towards me, I see a set of healights. OK...
Thismorning on my way to work at 4am--a main State Route--( 2 lanes)
I'm driving doing 55. A ways ahead, coming towards me, I see a set of healights. OK...
11 replies
Topic ID: 72149
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