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    modification question

    Damn, I was hoping that I might be a liitle closer to 350hp. Especially if I take it to a dyno to be tuned. I would like to see this car between 350 & 400hp. preferably the later and stay w/ the stock turbos till they blow, then get them rebuilt, less the ceramic wheels. I know thats pushing...
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    modification question

    Hello everyone- I started my swap/restoration about 18 months ago.A little slow I know, but as we all know good things come to those who wait, or those that scour the for sale forums & ebay! LOL!:biglaugh: Any how, I have purchased most of my parts. I still have about $250 worth of misc...
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    Subframe Connectors?

    I would like to stiffen my suspension, since I have a targa top and really don't want to go the roll cage route. I was wondering if anyone out there fabricates sub-frame connectors. I'll bet there is someone out there who would be interested in fabing some up for a group buy.:icon_bigg I think...
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    Steering wheel question

    Thanks guys, I just had not pulled mine off yet to see if they attatched the same way. Thanks again.
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    Steering wheel question

    I am interested in putting a 98 supra steering wheel on my 88. Both have cruise control, which I can wire in, unfortunately the 98 wheel has an air bag which will not be hooked up. Will this work, with or without an adapter kit?
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    Supra vs. Chevelle Pinks Videos! (Post more as you find 'em)

    Thanks for the video. I can't wait till I can DVR it. My wife will finally get to quit hearing me whine that there is never a SUPRA on pinks. Finally! I would have expected to see a MKIV before a MKIII, not only is it a mk3 but it made history as the first import win on PINKS!!!!Heads up @ that...
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    C12A pnp replacement?

    Don't know if I'm in the market to buy any yet. Still putting the car together, but , I know it's coming. From what I've read on this forum no one WANTS to rebuild them. I have already bought a clean nice set of twins but we all know it's not if, it's when. pm me a price. NICE SOAPRA!!
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    C12A pnp replacement?

    Does anyone out there know of any PnP direct replacements for the C12A? I would be looking for something comparable to the c12a or a little bigger. I'm not looking for a big horse power gain; I would just like to have a dependable/durable set of twins. I'm not interested in going single as...
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    c02 spraysystem for IC?

    I also wondered about the shock to the intercooler. I guess I need to find a product rep. and see what they migtht say. Thanks for all the usefull input. Would electric fans on the FRONT of the intercooler be a reasonable option? Or would the main fan cancell it out by pushing from another...
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    c02 spraysystem for IC?

    :evil2: Feels like, or do you have actual numbers? I'm suprised I haven't seen much discussion on this topic. Are there any cons to this upgrade?
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    c02 spraysystem for IC?

    Not bad! Any way of getting plans for the home built? I figured it could be done; just didn't know where to start. Also, when I get done would I find it would have been better to have bought it.
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    c02 spraysystem for IC?

    tlo86- I found a system on suprasport.com. Look in the intercooler and pipes section. They also have the water sprayer system. Thanks for the info on the intercooler.:drink1:
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    c02 spraysystem for IC?

    Thanks! any suggestion on size? I'm not building a track car, just a badass street machine.:icon_bigg I can't believe no one has any input about c02 system, ANYONE???
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    c02 spraysystem for IC?

    does anyone out there know where I might find a c02 spray bar cooling system for my intercooler? I saw one installed on a 350z on FineTuned on the speed channel,pilot episode. They claim it will increase h.p. 20-75%. Eitherway it looks pretty cool. :biglaugh: While I have your attention...
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    1jz exhaust question

    I have my y-pipe and down pipe, thanks to mobes. My question is does HKS have exhaust systems under 93db? looking for something comparable to Tanabe's G Blue, but a little easier on the wallet. My next question is do I shop for a ma70 or jza70 or 7mgte or 1jzgte? I realize that it is the...
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    1J valve cover gaskets?

    Thanks! Do you know if the Lexus sc300 (91-97) would work? I believe they were 1J. Just curious. Trying to see if there are any other cross reference options out ther other than those stickied @ the top of this section.
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    1J valve cover gaskets?

    Can anyone tell me where I might purchase a set of new valve cover gaskets for my 1J? Didn't know if the 2J might work, if so they may be easier to obtain. Gotta pull them off for polishing & engraving. thanks in advance...
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    1g-gte tach in place of jz tach?

    does it matter if it's from an automatic? I have a r154
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    1g-gte tach in place of jz tach?

    I have a tach from a 1g-gte. Will it work as a replacement tach for my 1jzgte swap? it redlines @ 7K.As it stands, I have 3 for a 7mgte that I have no use for anymore. thanks in advance
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    fastest 1jz?

    can't verify it , but a friend of mine claims he was @ orlando speedway a couple of weeks ago and saw a guy who had a 1jzgte in a 280zx. I don't know what was done to the engine, but he claimed it did 8.7 @153 in the 1/4 what do you guys think?