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FORGMANN
#91
Ok time for the old man to update this thread.

Bought a GT from fellow member from VA
This car will become SS-3 project ..

Couldn't wait so added parts had sitting around.
Recaro SR3 confetti seats with Toyota Recaro rails for ST20#
Rear jdm cargo tray
jdm tails
rear strut brace
TRD front strut brace
special edition car mats
trd short shifter
SSIII red stitching wheel and shift knob
TRD coilovers
5zigen 18x8.5 245/40r18 Nittos (NOT RUBBING AT ALL)
96+ bumper(not installed)
complete SSIII 6pc side skirts ( shipped from japan,not on yet)
TRD spoiler (real no fake parts on my cars)
Ton more to come










This post has been edited by FORGMANN: Jun 23, 2011 - 7:03 PM
Old guy with the toys95 ST205 WRC (the real deal)94 MR2 HARDTOP Supercharged 2GR/6SPD 22 owned
FORGMANN
#92
Clip finally shipping in next 2 weeks with a load of other parts.They be available for sale in late August

Just got in SS TRD coilovers that need a tear down

Just got in complete interior parts from TRD SPORTS CURREN
These were special Currens with TRD kits and interior trims

TRD radio trim, Non airbag Momo TRD wheel,TRD shift knob, TRD sports badge (these parts are going in st205 as has no bags)

So right now expect for wheels and few other bits the st205 and SSIII with be almost identical when complete

Truckload more rare parts are on the way for both cars..






This post has been edited by FORGMANN: Jun 23, 2011 - 7:13 PM
Old guy with the toys95 ST205 WRC (the real deal)94 MR2 HARDTOP Supercharged 2GR/6SPD 22 owned
FORGMANN
#93
i also collect celica books

This post has been edited by FORGMANN: Jun 25, 2024 - 5:04 PM
Old guy with the toys95 ST205 WRC (the real deal)94 MR2 HARDTOP Supercharged 2GR/6SPD 22 owned
6gtfour
#94
well isn't this interesting I was just about to start a thread about exactly what you guys are talking about here
yarik83
#95
>
QUOTE (6gtfour @ Aug 17, 2010 - 1:10 PM) *
>well isn't this interesting I was just about to start a thread about exactly what you guys are talking about here


Its good that you did not because this was already covered in about 3000 same exact posts
Captain Pessimist
FORGMANN
#96
Just bought Black Beams clip from RPM GARAGE.

This post has been edited by FORGMANN: Jun 25, 2024 - 5:02 PM
Old guy with the toys95 ST205 WRC (the real deal)94 MR2 HARDTOP Supercharged 2GR/6SPD 22 owned
block
#97
NICE! Can't wait for the finished product!
BonzaiCelica
#98
your going to keep the superstrut suspension and transfer it over to the project car?? with used trd coilovers?? are you going to get the coilovers rebuilt???
Group buy to replicate Narrow E series transaxle partshttp://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showto...p;#entry1107514
salv
#99
LOL did you buy the rear recaro seats off RPM Garage? I put a bid in but I guess you bought it out!?

Nice builds man looking forward to the end results smile.gif
ST205 WRC13.2 @103mph
FORGMANN
#100
Trd coilovers are easy to rebuild as basically
it is a kyb insert inside that is why chose over
Tein ,etc...

Yes i will be using superstrut and every other
bolt on clip.

No didnt offically buy backseat. He wont budge under
300 and paid way less for last one. He might of pulled
and put with my container
Old guy with the toys95 ST205 WRC (the real deal)94 MR2 HARDTOP Supercharged 2GR/6SPD 22 owned
CoreyST
#101
I was just looking into getting a GT4 from canada over here. I've found two that Ica nget a hold of, I jsut gotta check with local DMV to see what I can do about getting it titled and such.

Can't wait to see the beams swap.
BonzaiCelica
#102
>
QUOTE (FORGMANN @ Apr 4, 2011 - 8:16 AM) *
>Trd coilovers are easy to rebuild as basically
it is a kyb insert inside that is why chose over
Tein ,etc...

Yes i will be using superstrut and every other
bolt on clip.

No didnt offically buy backseat. He wont budge under
300 and paid way less for last one. He might of pulled
and put with my container


naw man no freagin way is it a regular KYB GR-2 Strut Cartridge. I called the toyota dealer who deals with Jap TRD parts and he said it would be $350 or so a cartridge, so you know that they are not just any kyb shocks cartridges
Group buy to replicate Narrow E series transaxle partshttp://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showto...p;#entry1107514
blackthunder
#103
man all this talk about importing and such yet sadly never any concrete info. I'm just chillin here in Japan with my BEAMS itching to go back to the states with no good leads on how to make it happen. I guess It is a little different bringing a running car back and not a clip or parts car >.<
-Dan1998 SSII Beams, work in progress...
azian_advanced
#104
>
QUOTE (BonzaiCelica @ Apr 5, 2011 - 12:37 AM) *
>>
QUOTE (FORGMANN @ Apr 4, 2011 - 8:16 AM) *
>Trd coilovers are easy to rebuild as basically
it is a kyb insert inside that is why chose over
Tein ,etc...

Yes i will be using superstrut and every other
bolt on clip.

No didnt offically buy backseat. He wont budge under
300 and paid way less for last one. He might of pulled
and put with my container


naw man no freagin way is it a regular KYB GR-2 Strut Cartridge. I called the toyota dealer who deals with Jap TRD parts and he said it would be $350 or so a cartridge, so you know that they are not just any kyb shocks cartridges


KGB makes a lot of different types of shocks, not just GR2's.
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BonzaiCelica
#105
>
QUOTE (azian_advanced @ Apr 8, 2011 - 8:01 AM) *
>>
QUOTE (BonzaiCelica @ Apr 5, 2011 - 12:37 AM) *
>>
QUOTE (FORGMANN @ Apr 4, 2011 - 8:16 AM) *
>Trd coilovers are easy to rebuild as basically
it is a kyb insert inside that is why chose over
Tein ,etc...

Yes i will be using superstrut and every other
bolt on clip.

No didnt offically buy backseat. He wont budge under
300 and paid way less for last one. He might of pulled
and put with my container


naw man no freagin way is it a regular KYB GR-2 Strut Cartridge. I called the toyota dealer who deals with Jap TRD parts and he said it would be $350 or so a cartridge, so you know that they are not just any kyb shocks cartridges


KGB makes a lot of different types of shocks, not just GR2's.


ok then mr. tell me which ones will exactly fit the trd coilovers with near same spec damping for the front and rear kyb cartridges??

Stock TRD Cartridge specs

Fronts: 3136/1049N
Rear: 1793/598N

Group buy to replicate Narrow E series transaxle partshttp://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showto...p;#entry1107514
Lil-Joe101
#106
I drive a JDM celica here in Texas, no issues. Insured, inspected, ready to rock.
FromJapantoTexasmy st202 follows me.Being different from every angle of the word, leading the Revolution (TOYOTA NATION)The RHD st202 that made it from Japan check it out.http://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=78103
blackthunder
#107
>
QUOTE (Lil-Joe101 @ Apr 8, 2011 - 7:39 PM) *
>I drive a JDM celica here in Texas, no issues. Insured, inspected, ready to rock.



that's the biggest one, gettting it registered, grats on getting it done! no issues with getting a VIN and all that I take it? nice! *sigh* I hope Oregon is as lax...
-Dan1998 SSII Beams, work in progress...
FORGMANN
#108
Like i always say biggest issue is getting into country then many ways to title and register
Been importing parts for almost 20yrs so seen and heard all kinds of stories..

As far as KYB i am not hardcore about getting exact same insert and besides it will be
overpriced anyway. I will get around to looking into but priority is building car(s) first.
I am sure KYB japan has a similar part for cheaper than rebranded TRD stuff. I have
Superstrut,strut and mr2 TRD coilovers all in need of inserts so will need my attention
just not right now

I just sent my last mr2 parts car (#7) to scrap and now room for celica and will be
stripping down this week. Progress on one car at least..


ANY COMMENTS ON IMPORTING PLEASE FIND APPROPRIATE THREAD THRU SEARCH ..

This post has been edited by FORGMANN: Apr 28, 2011 - 2:57 PM
Old guy with the toys95 ST205 WRC (the real deal)94 MR2 HARDTOP Supercharged 2GR/6SPD 22 owned
blackthunder
#109
>
QUOTE (FORGMANN @ Apr 10, 2011 - 4:39 AM) *
>ANY COMMENTS ON IMPORTING PLEASE FIND APPROPRIATE THREAD THRU SEARCH ..THANKS!



I've searched, don't worry and I wasn't trying to hijack your thread, my bad wink.gif

It sounded like you had a great steal of the set for only 38 till I saw how much you paid for shipping, ouch! At least they will look good though and I will be interested in seeing how your car turns out, keep it up man.
-Dan1998 SSII Beams, work in progress...
96ST206
#110
I love the 2 RHD cars idea. I had 2 before it was nice to have them both. I know I'll prob get flamed but I've searched and searched, and I thought you couldn't tow a car across the US/CAN border without customs paperwork.
If anyone needs info on the Toyota Curren feel free to PM me!
FORGMANN
#111
Ok time for the old man to update this thread.

Bought a GT from fellow member from VA
This car will become SS-3 project ..

Couldn't wait so added parts had sitting around.
Recaro SR3 confetti seats with Toyota Recaro rails for ST20#
Rear jdm cargo tray
jdm tails
rear strut brace
TRD front strut brace
special edition car mats
trd short shifter
SSIII red stitching wheel and shift knob
TRD coilovers
5zigen 18x8.5 245/40r18 Nittos (NOT RUBBING AT ALL)
96+ bumper(not installed)
complete SSIII 6pc side skirts ( shipped from japan,not on yet)
TRD spoiler (real no fake parts on my cars)
Ton more to come










This post has been edited by FORGMANN: Jun 23, 2011 - 7:03 PM
Old guy with the toys95 ST205 WRC (the real deal)94 MR2 HARDTOP Supercharged 2GR/6SPD 22 owned
FORGMANN
#112
Clip finally shipping in next 2 weeks with a load of other parts.They be available for sale in late August

Just got in SS TRD coilovers that need a tear down

Just got in complete interior parts from TRD SPORTS CURREN
These were special Currens with TRD kits and interior trims

TRD radio trim, Non airbag Momo TRD wheel,TRD shift knob, TRD sports badge (these parts are going in st205 as has no bags)

So right now expect for wheels and few other bits the st205 and SSIII with be almost identical when complete

Truckload more rare parts are on the way for both cars..






This post has been edited by FORGMANN: Jun 23, 2011 - 7:13 PM
Old guy with the toys95 ST205 WRC (the real deal)94 MR2 HARDTOP Supercharged 2GR/6SPD 22 owned
FORGMANN
#113
i also collect celica books

This post has been edited by FORGMANN: Jun 25, 2024 - 5:04 PM
Old guy with the toys95 ST205 WRC (the real deal)94 MR2 HARDTOP Supercharged 2GR/6SPD 22 owned
96stgreendemon
#114
I wanna see this beams swap..... hell hopefully the WRC will be done by then and i can drive it up there
1996 Toyota Celica Project Mean Green3RD Gen 3SGTE WRC Edition W/LSD E153 - Love BOOST <32001 Solar yellow Lexus IS3002001 Dodge ram 1500 Off-road edition
RabidTRD
#115
I do have to say, you and I share similar taste when it comes to white 6gc's. I won't let anything but OEM touch the exterior of my Celica and most of the interior, aside from the nick-nacks like the TRD shift handle.

Looking forward to this build.
1994 Toyota Celica GT-S 5S-FE 190k Miles. Project car1992 Toyota Celica GT 5S-FE 170k Miles. Daily driver/beater1999 Toyota Camry LE 5S-FE 216K Miles. RIP You will be missed.*ASECertifiedGeneralManager
BonzaiCelica
#116
Ooooo Nice find on those TRD coilovers and interior carbon fiber bits!!!

Hmm that clip looks familiar, is it an SS-III beams with superstrut??? how many miles on clip??

Whats your current setup of suspension on the white celica thats going to have the beams motor, rhd and superstrut setup. If your running lowering springs right now, the install of those trd coilovers will rub for sure right?? why such wide tires?? 235 wide would of fit your 8 inch wide wheel right?

btw very jealous of your Superstrut Set up.

This post has been edited by BonzaiCelica: Jun 24, 2011 - 1:19 AM
Group buy to replicate Narrow E series transaxle partshttp://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showto...p;#entry1107514
FORGMANN
#117
Yeah the clip is from Rpm Garage. Not super thrilled about it but
no one else sells clean beams clips. I know Keith so deal he gave
me was ol' friend discount.

Since both Celicas will be "fun" cars Im doing complete conversion.
I buying complete doors with clip as well.

Current setup is standard TRD coilovers (non ss) and rims are 18x8.5.
I got them with tires for $475. I put on along with coils and suprised
by only very slight rubbing in lock to lock turns. 245/40 is tad big but
grip is absolutely amazing . After owning 18 Mr2s over last 13yrs i
dont even miss mid engine handling after driving this car.

I have JDM 98 interior in both cars. Im having the TRD wheel and knob
redone in new leather with red stitching. Since no airbags in 205 made
more sense to run non airbag wheel. Only OEM guy but TRD is considered
oem as these parts were sold on a new Curren. Im also close to 40 so my
tastes are clean oem style.

This post has been edited by FORGMANN: Jun 24, 2011 - 6:17 AM
Old guy with the toys95 ST205 WRC (the real deal)94 MR2 HARDTOP Supercharged 2GR/6SPD 22 owned
jmeyer
#118
Are you planning on doing the work yourself for the swap or do you have a mechanic?
1994 Supra TT1999 Cadillac Escalade (winter ride/tow truck)1994 Celica GT-4 Converted1998 Celica GT-4 Converted1987 Corolla FX1986 Corolla AE86 (Next Project)
FORGMANN
#119
Haha, i used to run a shop 15yrs ago. Im so anal about details no shop would
want to touch anyway.

Old guy with the toys95 ST205 WRC (the real deal)94 MR2 HARDTOP Supercharged 2GR/6SPD 22 owned
jmeyer
#120
The only reason I ask is because you haven't posted any pictures of work being done. Could you post some of the repair process of st205? I would like to see how much work it is because I see a lot of front end collision celicas at auction and always wondered if its possible to get all the bumper/hood/fender to line up after a front end accident.

This post has been edited by jmeyer: Jun 24, 2011 - 12:28 PM
1994 Supra TT1999 Cadillac Escalade (winter ride/tow truck)1994 Celica GT-4 Converted1998 Celica GT-4 Converted1987 Corolla FX1986 Corolla AE86 (Next Project)
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