ok so new issues and i really really hope someone can help me with these because i really want to drive my car again....

1- the hard fuel line to fuel filter is leaking and i can't seem to get the connection any tighter. so, idk if i'm missing something or what i'm doing wrong but if anyone has some advice that would be awesome!
2- i've got nothing from the starter upon turning the key. fans are a go, fuel pump obviously works (due to the above mentioned problem) but it doesn't seem to have a good connection. i have verified both connectors are good to it and PepBoys verified the starter itself is in good working condition.
3- there is one connector that I am unsure of, its a single pin, black, rounded connector that looks similar to the one for the knock sensor but isn't actually. keep in mind this is a '91 3sgte (mr2) swap into a '95 non-abs. and it is located toward the end of the fuel rail near the same connector for the EGR. its pretty much on its own away from the main loom.

help with these issues would be greatly appreciated so please help!
thanks 6gc community, i know you'll pull through for me.

1- Try using copper washers. They seal upon being crushed down by the tightning of the bolt.

2- i got nuttin, lol

3- Any pics of the connector you mentioned

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1- the washers are on the top but not the bottom. seems the threads weren't done right on the filter.

2- it could be the valet switch, i'm thinking?

3- the connectors wire is red/black and apparently controls the radiator fans.

2 sounds like the exciter wire for the starter try pugging it into the starter there should be a black connector on the side built into the starter.

3 this could be the wire i'm talking about for the starter.

just my thoughts though

This post has been edited by TRDGT4: Apr 15, 2010 - 2:50 AM

I got a voltmeter and when i attempt to turn the motor over the starter activation wire has 0 power, zero. Can anyone tell me how to trace why this connection is dead? the battery is good and the fans are on and the fuel pump is too. starter has also been tested and is working fine. so... HELP guys! i really want my car running again

picture of the connection...

you need that washer on the bottom... its a copper washer called a crush washer... it squeezes between the banjo bolt to make a "gasket"...

please check fuses first

its the single pin connector that connects to the starter. the fuel thing has been taken care of. I am unsure of where the fuse is but i've checked all the ones i can think of...

if only you were a little bit closer to me... i would be happy to help you...

Front mount + top mount?

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yea its ok i've got a pro coming over tomorrow to help me out. thanks.

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lol top mount for now. the piping for the front mount isn't quite right yet, but will be soon.
and dude, nice avatar

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Yay! now go see how easy it is to burn those tires up

Video or BS.

Congratulations.

few minor issues right off the bat... rough-ish idle, the timing is good but i think the cams are off a notch. luckily i have adjustable cam gears...
and the big ACE banjo bolt on the block for the turbo oil return line is leaking (likely because i didn't torque it down tight enough)
more to follow soon-ish. help/advice is welcomed.

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that is not the return line, that is the send line... its needs the copper crush washers just like the fuel filter banjo bolt

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Yeah thanks every time I post I have to glance a look at it... hahaha

ok so latest issues... car will start but won't idle. NEEDDD HELPPP!! the meet is next weekend and i'd like to drive it there.

i can hear the fuel pump running so i'm pretty sure thats ok. i set the distributor to the middle of the two extremes and the timing should be set just perfect...
it'll start and rev up for only a second or so and then dies..
I'm open to any ideas. I'll check for CEL codes here shortly and see if that turns anything up. thanks. in advance.

are you able to keep it running by giving it a little gas?

I am not. the Idle up vacuum hose that typically runs from the intake isn't connected but idt that would cause anything. If anyone has an advice on how to check the TPS or Idle Up please let me know. The starter and battery are fine and I can hear the fuel pump kick on as i turn it key to start. anymore ideas? help would be greatly appreciated as the meet is coming up on Saturday..

new problem. now i'm not hearing the fuel pump kick on and when i tried to start it today there's no firing. still no CEL. jumpered fp and b+ later and the fuel pump came on but engine wouldn't fire. i'm starting to think its the ecu or an injector problem....






SO..... a year+ later and a whole lot of extra parts purchased for testing for a solution (process of elimination style). The car was taking to a performance shop, who weren't too keen on saving me money, but found the issue non-the-less.

FUEL INJECTOR SEALS! were the wrong size? too small. they were a small rubber-band in size and mine needed thicker ones that ended up coming from a 2jz (first thought- Hey cool, Supra parts [nerd])

Took delivery from AAA on Sept. 29th (more info and picture to follow).

This post has been edited by cjh4l22: Jan 5, 2012 - 11:44 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hicrudkyDCI


Car is home after a lottt of work and it runs!!!
---for any of you following along... the vacuum leak issue was due to the wrong size injector seals (JDM head? used USDM 2jz injector seals)

This has been the LONGEST project...
Started after I threw a rod March 17th 2009 (St. Patty's Day)
but after 925days 21hours and 54minutes... The car is home and runs!

It still needs some small odds and ends (power steering pump, rear pass. hub, disc conversion & 3" custom exhaust) and will continue to be a project car & someday soon a daily driver too, but I can't begin to describe my excitement...

A special thank you to anyone and everyone that has helped me with this, through advice, or parts, etc. I truly appreciate it!



This post has been edited by cjh4l22: Sep 29, 2011 - 1:18 PM

holy crap 1 yr l8r

It's 2011...... And congrats! I'm up in Hamilton and demand to see this lol shoot me a text sometime this weekend

Congrats! Enjoy the boost!