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Changed Thermostat ..... Hurray!!!!!! - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Okay.... I'm lazy sometimes. I bought a Toyota thermostat at least a year ago, since my engine was running cold during cold weather. I live in a townhouse community, and didn't feel like bothering. On...
6 replies
Topic ID: 95051
15" or 16" Wheels??? '97 GT 'Vert - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Jun 29, '08From DenverCurrentlyOnlineReputation:59(100%)
I'm looking for an appearance bump that won't require any other mods, or effect my car's handling (great with 15" rims).
I was looking at something like this:
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/WheelClose...
I was looking at something like this:
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/WheelClose...
16 replies
Topic ID: 95018
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 29, '11From Haltom City, TexasCurrentlyOfflineReputation:1(100%)
Okay.... I recently tested a relay for continuity, and two terminals caused my meter to beep, and the other two terminals caused my meter to read .064 without beeping. I came across a car forum questi...
12 replies
Topic ID: 90623
Both Fans Run All the Time...Solution Question - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 29, '11From Haltom City, TexasCurrentlyOfflineReputation:1(100%)
Hi Guys.
Both of my 1997 2.2 5SFE fans run constantly, even after turning the ignition to "On" in the morning, but not starting the engine. A quick search here suggests the problem is the Engine Coola...
Both of my 1997 2.2 5SFE fans run constantly, even after turning the ignition to "On" in the morning, but not starting the engine. A quick search here suggests the problem is the Engine Coola...
19 replies
Topic ID: 90543
A Crack in the Air Intake Hose Can Do THIS??? - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Bought my '97 Vert last October, and the rpm's were erratic with the AC on, and a growl roared from under the hood when passing cars....or just punching it. I changed the air filter, but didn't notic...
2 replies
Topic ID: 90423
A/T Shifter Slide Cover Replaced - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Sep 13, '10From Austin, txCurrentlyOfflineReputation:3(100%)
I've seen a couple of threads here asking how to disassemble the A/T shifter, and disconnect the O/D wire. I ordered the new slide cover from the local Toyota dealer, and had already decided not to re...
12 replies
Topic ID: 89036
Finally Drove the New Celica in Snow! ABS Question.. - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Suspension/Handling/Braking
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Jun 29, '08From DenverCurrentlyOfflineReputation:59(100%)
I bought this thing in October, and it's finally snowed in southeast Pennsylvania. I've been wanting to test the ABS brakes, and I found a 1/2" of snow on the roads. Anyway, the ABS makes a rapid grin...
9 replies
Topic ID: 88625
Thought About Selling My Celica Convertible..... - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Jun 29, '08From DenverCurrentlyOfflineReputation:59(100%)
I wasn't aware of the lack/high cost of parts for the convertible when my wife and I bought it. The weather stripping for the windows is about $400 per side, and that's just for the rubber! There are ...
27 replies
Topic ID: 88620
Seeing Double!!! - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Multimedia
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Jun 29, '08From DenverCurrentlyOfflineReputation:59(100%)
I saw another black 'vert pull into a shopping center today, and spun around for a pic. This was the best I could do:
Mine is the shiney one with the lights on. Not everyone waxes there car twice a we...
Mine is the shiney one with the lights on. Not everyone waxes there car twice a we...
10 replies
Topic ID: 88381
Someone was Taking Pics of my '97 'Vert! - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
I was filling up the tank yesterday, and a guy pulled up in a late model Honda something. He was 40-something, and said he used to own the same model. He asked if he could take some pics, and I told h...
2 replies
Topic ID: 88343
Fog Don't Come on Unless Headlights are On...??? - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Jun 29, '08From DenverCurrentlyOfflineReputation:59(100%)
The owner's manual says they should come on when the tail lights are turned on (guess they mean parking lights
), but will only come on with the low beam headlights on as well. They go back off when t...
), but will only come on with the low beam headlights on as well. They go back off when t...
15 replies
Topic ID: 88328
Auto Shift Indicator Part # HELP - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
It's that cheap plastic strip that slides back and forth with the auto shift lever; the thing that fills the hole in the bezel, not the bezel itself. I looked at a couple of online dealers, and they d...
4 replies
Topic ID: 88295
Body Panels for 1997 Celica Convertible... - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Jun 29, '08From DenverCurrentlyOfflineReputation:59(100%)
I scraped the very bottom of the passenger side front fender on Thanksgiving. My wife had to have Starbucks, and I heard a grinding noise as I pulled alongside the curb!
A mechanic friend told me that...
A mechanic friend told me that...
11 replies
Topic ID: 88255
My New Stereo..... - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› Multimedia
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Jun 29, '08From DenverCurrentlyOfflineReputation:59(100%)
Pioneer AVH-2400BT with a Pioneer satellite adapter under driver's seat (not shown):
Plays video from flash drive, and gets rid of my CD collection. I used a relay to bypass the parking brake, but don...
Plays video from flash drive, and gets rid of my CD collection. I used a relay to bypass the parking brake, but don...
2 replies
Topic ID: 88126
Couple of General Questions about My New Celica... - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
EDIT: It's a 1997 Celica GT Vert with the 5sfe engine.
The tranny won't shift into overdrive on cold days until the temp goes up to about half it's normal gauge position. Is this what everyone else ex...
The tranny won't shift into overdrive on cold days until the temp goes up to about half it's normal gauge position. Is this what everyone else ex...
8 replies
Topic ID: 88095
Please God Give Me the Strength NOT to Buy Another... - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
....LOL!!!!!!!! This car is about 20 minutes from where I live:
http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/cto/3406704223.html
I don't know if the seller put their old granny in the car for the sales appeal,...
http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/cto/3406704223.html
I don't know if the seller put their old granny in the car for the sales appeal,...
12 replies
Topic ID: 88085
How Long Will OEM Parts be Available...??? - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Hmmmm..... I'm loving the '97 GT convertible we bought, but there are some concerns. The windows work fine now, but I've read on this site that the quarter windows are a parts nightmare. The dealers w...
7 replies
Topic ID: 87997
My New Celica GT Convertible - 6G Celicas Forums
6th Generation Celica
› General Discussion
Started: EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Jun 29, '08From DenverCurrentlyOfflineReputation:59(100%)
Hi All,
I bought a 1997 Celica GT convertible last week. My last Toyota was a 1984 T100, so this is a big change.
It has 122K, and two previous owners. The car seems tip top to me (wouldn't have bough...
I bought a 1997 Celica GT convertible last week. My last Toyota was a 1984 T100, so this is a big change.
It has 122K, and two previous owners. The car seems tip top to me (wouldn't have bough...
12 replies
Topic ID: 87904
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