zerow Posted June 28, 2010 Report Share Posted June 28, 2010 Yeah, that was my plan: 3T-C, 5-speed, AE86 struts and LSD, daily drivin'. Its a straight axle like the Corona - what LSD are you talking about...???:confused: Quote Link to comment
littlejason Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 what LSD are you talking about...???:confused: AE86! '85 GT-S third member will fit the housing. But, since this car is automatic, I think it already has 4.30 gears. Quote Link to comment
zerow Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 AE86! '85 GT-S third member will fit the housing. But, since this car is automatic, I think it already has 4.30 gears. Can you run the whole rear axle? Reason I ask is that I still have access to the Corona - The neighbor I mentioned is someone whom I am still very good friends with. He wants something better than the stock gears and drums, like limited slip and discs. Had to ask, so I can plan the next attack on that car. Quote Link to comment
elmerfudpucker Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 Just do random things to it, like adjust the carb so it won't idle well, so she can't stand driving it :P Toss a few mouse or rat turds up by the speedo every few days, then toss a mouse in the glovebox the day the new insurance cards or registration papers come in!!! Quote Link to comment
littlejason Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 Can you run the whole rear axle? Reason I ask is that I still have access to the Corona - The neighbor I mentioned is someone whom I am still very good friends with. He wants something better than the stock gears and drums, like limited slip and discs. Had to ask, so I can plan the next attack on that car. I tried fitting a GT-S rear end to my Carina. The mounts are a little off. But of course, you can do anything if you can weld. And the Corona uses leaf springs, right? I have one of these 3rd members in my 1200, in a '77 Corolla SR5 axle housing. I thought about having the GT-S rear narrowed, but I decided it's not really worth it just for disc brakes. Quote Link to comment
zerow Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 I tried fitting a GT-S rear end to my Carina. The mounts are a little off. But of course, you can do anything if you can weld. And the Corona uses leaf springs, right? I have one of these 3rd members in my 1200, in a '77 Corolla SR5 axle housing. I thought about having the GT-S rear narrowed, but I decided it's not really worth it just for disc brakes. The Corona is leaf sprung, correct. How much narrowing? I mean if its a lot, then its a moot point. If we're talking an inch or so on each side, then its a worthy deal to try and run it as. Quote Link to comment
littlejason Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 Not much. Probably fine as is for a Corona; the 1200 is a tiny wiener car. Quote Link to comment
littlejason Posted July 2, 2010 Report Share Posted July 2, 2010 found some pictures of my old one. Quote Link to comment
Pumpkn210 Posted July 2, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 2, 2010 Thats Nice man, I like it! :thumbup: Quote Link to comment
]2eDeYe Posted July 2, 2010 Report Share Posted July 2, 2010 You get this thing out into the sunlight yet? I wanna see better pics :D Quote Link to comment
Pumpkn210 Posted July 2, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 2, 2010 2eDeYe' date='02 July 2010 - 07:46 AM' timestamp='1278081988' post='321104']You get this thing out into the sunlight yet? I wanna see better pics :D Im super excited, but we are still doin the roof and repairs on thier house, maw be a few days :unsure: Quote Link to comment
Pumpkn210 Posted July 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2010 2eDeYe' date='02 July 2010 - 07:46 AM' timestamp='1278081988' post='321104']You get this thing out into the sunlight yet? I wanna see better pics :D OMG OMG OMG!!!!! We un siezed the brakes, pulled it out, started spraying it down, and here are the Pics of the process so far! Quote Link to comment
zerow Posted July 14, 2010 Report Share Posted July 14, 2010 OMG! is right! That car is fantastic!!!! :cool: Wash her. Twice. Grab up some blue Color-Back from Turtle Wax and have your way with her. I see nothing wrong with the paint, and I would so throw some Iron Cross Supra wheels on that and Drive it until the engine pops. Then 3TC it, and go even faster. What a find! Well worth it. I love those early '70s Toyotas, and this one is a beauty! (I can't stop looking at that car. The back seat is immaculate. Just...WOW!) Quote Link to comment
Pumpkn210 Posted July 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2010 Goin to stock up on #0000 Steel Wool aswell! ;) You can see how that no matter how happy my mom was to see the car outside, she still wasnt gonna touch it with more than one finger :lol: Quote Link to comment
zerow Posted July 14, 2010 Report Share Posted July 14, 2010 Goin to stock up on #0000 Steel Wool aswell! ;) You can see how that no matter how happy my mom was to see the car outside, she still wasnt gonna touch it with more than one finger :lol: I was just thinking of the same thing, and forgot to mention it. 0000 steel wool is my best friend, which reminds me that I need to go and pick up some more... BTW, here is the stuff, I swear by it: http://www.turtlewax.com/main.taf?p=2,1,4,34 and this for the metal trim and bumpers: http://bluemagicusa.com/index.php/blue_magic/products/210/blue_magic_metal_polish_cream_jar/ Quote Link to comment
Pumpkn210 Posted July 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2010 Washed it! interior: Quote Link to comment
Skib Posted July 14, 2010 Report Share Posted July 14, 2010 holy shit dave! that thing looks great! :o Quote Link to comment
nismo dr Posted July 14, 2010 Report Share Posted July 14, 2010 Wow. I might have to try that kindness thing Quote Link to comment
Pumpkn210 Posted July 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2010 More pics: Door Jam, unwashed! With last oil change tag :o And the Three imperfections on the body: This one can be cleaned off! Pass front fender: On the rear plate, not rusted thru, just paint gone and cracked! And the pass rear side little dent: Real miles, Not Rolled Over! Quote Link to comment
djlotus Posted July 15, 2010 Report Share Posted July 15, 2010 That.... is fucking awesome. Quote Link to comment
MicroMachinery Posted July 15, 2010 Report Share Posted July 15, 2010 Dude, this thing is amazing. Most excellent find, my friend. Quote Link to comment
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.