Steve's mildly out-of-control build

[toyotanos]

So with the help of Sean (funky_monkey58), Emilio (emiliorescigno) and Drew (Mr. yuk) my Supra has breathed its first for this year! I am very close to driving it again now- just a few loose ends that need tidying up! Video to follow this next week once I get my hands on a correct belt!

 

[leecheater]

Awesome news Steve. I wish I could have road along with Sean and Drew, but I was wheeling and dealing trying to find a guy to build my new garage.

 

[emiliorescigno]

Woot! What's even left on the to-do list? I'm sure little stuff will crop up after you start driving it, but it seemed to run well!

 

[Mr.Yuk]

WOO! Vroomage!

 

[toyotanos]

The current to-do list:
Get drive belt and fan installed
Finish mocking up intrcooler piping, then get it welded
Get vacuum manifold and run vacun lines
Get Wideband and tru-boost wired in, place in ashtray location (if they'll fit)
Find someway to mount the AEM so it's not hanging from the wire harness
Street tune for fun/save a little cash
Fully dyno tune at DB

Probably some more, but for now that's what comes to mind right away.

 

[toyotanos]

I got more stuff done! Scratch gauge wiring, mounting, and testing, IC piping mockup, welding, and install, and the AEM mount off the list!
My alternator belt will be in tomorrow (Drew, don't even start ) and my vacuum block will be here by Thursday! I am seriously 3 days away from driving my Supra again!
I will be contacting DB to set up a dyno tune, but before that I think Sean (funky_monkey58) and I will be street tuning the AFR's and playing around with the Tru-boost!

Pics for the people!

Still trying to figure a cleaner gauge install, but that will work for now!

 

[emiliorescigno]

What car is that stereo from?

 

[toyotanos]

I believe it came in 2001 Camrys and Siennas.

 

[emiliorescigno]

It looks nice and at home in there - I would love to get a factory Toyota stereo, or maybe a Toyota GPS to put in my car. My current stereo is like a flashlight coming out of the dashboard at night.

 

[fixitman04]

I believe it came in 2001 Camrys and Siennas.

my orig owner said it is the factory unit for my car.

 

[toyotanos]

Jeremy's PO fails at life. lol The factory unit looks like Dr. Frankenstien made it in his spare tme...in the 1970's.
If I can't figure the antenna situation (static, only when the radio body is grounded) I might sell it and get an aftermarket HD radio. I might be the radio and it might be the antenna, I just haven't messed with it yet.

 

[emiliorescigno]

Jeremy's PO fails at life. lol The factory unit looks like Dr. Frankenstien made it in his spare tme...in the 1970's.
If I can't figure the antenna situation (static, only when the radio body is grounded) I might sell it and get an aftermarket HD radio. I might be the radio and it might be the antenna, I just haven't messed with it yet.

Did you try both the big external antenna as well as the one integrated into the rear glass? Would you know of any factory GPS units that would work well or fit in our cars?

 

[toyotanos]

I plan on getting an antenna adapter to try using the diversity (glass) antenna to see if its a signal problem, otherwise I'll tear into the radio to find out what's wrong.

Today! Both the drive belt and vacuum block arrived so I got right to installing them both. Took it for a docile cruise to fill the tank and brought it home, checked over for leaks and was very happy to find none!

I also have a dyno date set up at DB for June 15/16th so if anyone would like to join you are always welcome to come!

 

[emiliorescigno]

I plan on getting an antenna adapter to try using the diversity (glass) antenna to see if its a signal problem, otherwise I'll tear into the radio to find out what's wrong.

Today! Both the drive belt and vacuum block arrived so I got right to installing them both. Took it for a docile cruise to fill the tank and brought it home, checked over for leaks and was very happy to find none!

I also have a dyno date set up at DB for June 15/16th so if anyone would like to join you are always welcome to come!

Wow - glad it's running well! We should have another mini Supra meet one of these days again.

I have a spare antenna adapter sitting at home if you need to give one a try - let me know.

 

[IJ.]

Congrats Steve!

 

[fixitman04]

steve, answer a ? for me. does that radio have rca outputs on the back... dont really want to tear mine out to find it doesnt. i want to get my amp hooked up, just need to know what i need to get

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and yes the po does indeed fail at life... they cut a big hole in my trunk liner board to install a freeair sub... and a cheap pos at that

 

[toyotanos]

Thanks guys! I'll get a video up tonight when I take Veronica for a ride

Emilio- I might have to take you up on that!

Jeremy- I'm fairly sure it does not have outputs on it. If you want an OEM with outputs look for a radio from a Scion. They are equipped with them from the factory (part of that whole "factory tuner car" idea)

 

[fixitman04]

ok, il just use a line-out converter... all i needed to know. thanks steve!

 

[toyotanos]

Confirmed my dyno date as June 16th at noon. I's going to DB performance in Rogers, same place as Dan's 2JZ monster got tuned at! Maybe I should start a guessing game thread too- Kenny's was a blast to watch the reponses to! Not too sure what prize I can offer...maybe a smiley? lol

 

[emiliorescigno]

Oh man Dyno day on Wednesday - I'd love to come along and watch but I'll be working.