Sheedy Built Supra
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Well, tomorrow I'm pulling the engine then pulling the pan to inspect the bearings. I'm hoping I can pull the crank and get main, rod, and thrust bearings. I caught this so early and I wasn't in boost, just slow driving that I hope I can get away with just bearings.
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Hey how do you like the Mishimoto oil drain valve? I was thinking about getting one but the mixed reviews threw me off.
The Supra gets better and better every time I check out the build btw. Hopefully replacing the bearings go well!
The Supra gets better and better every time I check out the build btw. Hopefully replacing the bearings go well!
I hope it all goes well too!
I've been real happy with the drain valve. I've never had an issue with it leaking or the valve opening at any time. I don't have the optional safety clip on although it's a good idea. If you're worried about hitting it on a bump, the pan barley hits first.
Engine is pulled and ready to tear into. Still looks clean and fresh!
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I've been real happy with the drain valve. I've never had an issue with it leaking or the valve opening at any time. I don't have the optional safety clip on although it's a good idea. If you're worried about hitting it on a bump, the pan barley hits first.
Engine is pulled and ready to tear into. Still looks clean and fresh!
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Most likely in the next week. I've got some other things I need to get done today before work tomorrow.
Hopefully this new job comes up local and I'll be able to get have some more car funds. If that's the case, I will do a rebuild with pistons and rods
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Hopefully this new job comes up local and I'll be able to get have some more car funds. If that's the case, I will do a rebuild with pistons and rods
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Decided to tear into it today. This is as far as I got. #3 rod bearing spun. Why? I have no idea. Well, time for build 2. This time, it's time to get serious with some good internals
Organization is key. Label every little bolt in a bag. Makes for quick assembly later on.
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Organization is key. Label every little bolt in a bag. Makes for quick assembly later on.
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That's true. This 7m will live to boost another day howeverask92;2077750 said:
To put the power to the ground, here's a sneak peek of the new transmission. Th400. Really it's about the same size, if not slightly smaller once I cut off the bellhousing
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Not having to let off when shifting, which will in turn be quicker.Raggan;2077896 said:what made you decide to go auto
Although after some talking with a few torque converter companies, I might not go this route anymore. Looks like it's about a 3 month wait to get one made up and will be very expensive.
So for now, R154 it is.
The build will have to be put on the back burner for a bit. I'm going to be buying another vehicle soon and will be saving every dime which means no money for the supra.
The cheap Honda I bought for work is getting very tired so I plan to buy another truck so I can tow if I need.
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Yeah im in the same boat cant buy parts cars on hold no job atm but 3 interviews for this week one for a transmission shop, one heavy duty mechanic and a general automotive shop. So hopefully ill be able to buy some parts soon after i pay my bills off. That sucks why so long for the torque converter and how much is it?
Nice to see this one still going on its course. I would strongly recommend an accusump for the oil system on the new build. I have 5 years on my 7M, I tore into it last year due to ringland issues, and I went ahead and checked the bearings. They looked fantastic! 7Ms seem to be pretty bad on dry starts, no matter what mods have been done. I also have the shimmed oil relief, and run a qt over full at all times, but the comfort of watching the oil light go out before you even touch the key and move the engine is where its at. Hey another thing, why is that ABS box still there? Rip that thing out! Car might as well get a diet if you're going this racecar with it
Raggan;2078067 said:
From what they were saying, I think it was atf, that they had never done a 7m to th400 converter. They sell a a340e to th400 adapter but it was intended to be used on a 2jz engine. I ordered this and then return it later.
The wait was because they would have to design/fabricate a converter it's not just something off the shelf. After they said the wait and it would be expensive, I just bailed on the idea for now.
mk2 supra;2078070 said:Nice to see this one still going on its course. I would strongly recommend an accusump for the oil system on the new build. I have 5 years on my 7M, I tore into it last year due to ringland issues, and I went ahead and checked the bearings. They looked fantastic! 7Ms seem to be pretty bad on dry starts, no matter what mods have been done. I also have the shimmed oil relief, and run a qt over full at all times, but the comfort of watching the oil light go out before you even touch the key and move the engine is where its at. Hey another thing, why is that ABS box still there? Rip that thing out! Car might as well get a diet if you're going this racecar with it
What exactly is an accusump? I've seen them on build threads here and there but really haven't looked much into them. Saying that, I'll go check them out
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yeah good idea, i've always enjoyed standard more. btw i got that job working at the tranny shop starting in the am.sheedy126;2078130 said:
