Dual relays/fuses splitting the load would probably work too. I run a single 30/40 amp relay and I upgraded to a large heavy duty fuse that looks just like the black one pictured, but it's about 3 times the size of a normal one, Lordco has them.
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Dammit, I fucking KNEW I should have replaced everything while I was in there. The damn relay was toast too. Took me forever to figure out why the hell the fans STILL weren't working.
I always replace things to have piece of mind. Fresh rebuild that I drove 500 miles, I decided to pull it back out and go forged. Had new water and oil pump, but I sti replaced them even though they only had 500 miles.
Well, I've put in a new relay for the now, and I'm in the process of hunting down some waterproof gear for peace of mind. Also installed the TRD thermostat last night, and I'll probably flush the coolant system and replace it with Toyota Red for the winter.
GrimJack;1620738 said:
toyota red is not as good as reg green coolent its carsive but nto as bad as ac delco
that shit is nasty
Brand new block, 4000 Km's with green and you could feel the corrision on the deck with a fingernail.
35000 Km's with Toyota Red and a fresh deck NO SIGN of corrosion at all still shiny from the surface job on the blank steam holes.
YMMV but these are my findings not something I'm pulling out of my ass...
35000 Km's with Toyota Red and a fresh deck NO SIGN of corrosion at all still shiny from the surface job on the blank steam holes.
YMMV but these are my findings not something I'm pulling out of my ass...
I like the Organic Acid Tech in the Toyota red... lasts far longer than traditional corrosion inhibitors. 2 years vs 5 years. I don't care about the possible issues with copper, I've always run aluminum radiators anyway.
Of course, you have to drive your car quite a bit to see the return on investment, but as you all know, I drive mine literally every day, in all weather conditions, and no, it doesn't live in a heated garage in the winter, either, so I do need some real protection against cold. It doesn't freeze here often, but it does happen.
I've been tempted to try the Mercedes G-05, but I've had such good luck with the Toyota red, and it's so easy to get, why switch?
Of course, you have to drive your car quite a bit to see the return on investment, but as you all know, I drive mine literally every day, in all weather conditions, and no, it doesn't live in a heated garage in the winter, either, so I do need some real protection against cold. It doesn't freeze here often, but it does happen.
I've been tempted to try the Mercedes G-05, but I've had such good luck with the Toyota red, and it's so easy to get, why switch?
Grim, how much does Toyota Red go for in your area? I just picked some up here and it was $29.50/gallon. I thought I remembered it being more like $20, butI haven't bought any in a few years.
$20 here... and that's in Canadian $$$. Sounds like your local Toyota parts guy wanted you to buy him lunch today. 
New stuff added - not much interest from most of the folks here, I'm sure. Pardon the filth, haven't had a chance to wash it after the install shop covered it in dust.
IJ.;1620759 said:
my dad taco had some issue wiht toy red ate away but the water pump
and on teh 4x4 forum sasy it form useing toyota red
NashMan;1621123 said:
I posted MY findings after testing both why would I lie?
I don't have Toyota stock or sell Toyota coolant.... :nono:
Green ate the FUCK out of the iron block Red didn't end of story.
Poodles;1621134 said:
stock i am not saying your lieing ian
there is many diffetn type of green coolent
i tend to use the stuff made for deisles to helpt stop cavatationDiesel coolants
just one small thingi grabbed form the net
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So, you like coolant designed for diesel cars or engines with cylinder liners? What's the advantage there? The Supra isn't diesel, and none of the Supra engines have cylinder liners, what else does this formula bring to the table?
Toyota red is an organic acid based coolant, specifically designed for bi-metal iron / aluminum engines, and offers a life expectancy of at least 5 years for the anti-corrosion additive packs. This obviously has a lot of benefits.
If the diesel formula has more advantages - other than price - I'd like to know, because I'll seriously consider switching.
Toyota red is an organic acid based coolant, specifically designed for bi-metal iron / aluminum engines, and offers a life expectancy of at least 5 years for the anti-corrosion additive packs. This obviously has a lot of benefits.
If the diesel formula has more advantages - other than price - I'd like to know, because I'll seriously consider switching.
Such a lovely car, Shame a lot of the nicer Mk3's are coming from Canada and they have to be exposed to snow lol.