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Irvin's MR2 Build Thread

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    Figured I'd try a real thread. Been working on this project for 3 months now. Picked her up March 5th. Been working on and off. It wasn't running. In fact, the engine was in pieces.

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    New heart for the MR2. 1999 1mz-fe v6


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    New tranny for her too. Modified 2001 Camry S51 for Rwd configuration.

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    Totally cleaned and Clear coated the engine bay.


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    Fidanza Flywheel with OEM clutch setup.


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    Awaiting the heart transplant.


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    Modified the stock MR2 fuel pump with the Camry intank Fuel pressure regulator. Now a returnless fuel setup.


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    Getting ready to lift her in.


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    AND NOW... A couple of awesome shots of the engine in the car with most the components connected.


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    Yes!! It's almost time to start it!!!

    I can't wait!
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    Yup. I'm still waiting for a few things on the engine in order to crank her over.

    Today I started working on the suspension. New struts and New TRD lowering springs.
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    are we starting her up this weekend? :nailbite:
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    Only if you bring donuts :).

    Are you going to sell the corolla once this is running?
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    Hmm. It's possible that I could get it started for a short moment. I'm thinking about getting a new radiator so the cooling system won't be ready for long period start.
    Added: Jun 19, 2013 6:44 AM

    Yeah I probably will sell the Silver Corolla. That way I can recuperate some of the money I've spent on this project. This is going to be my new Daily driver.
    Irvin, Jun 19, 2013
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    let me pick at your corolla before you sell it ;)

    I also saw Irvin's new rims for the MR2:love:
    cBass, Jun 19, 2013
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    Pick at it? There are no Donuts in it... LOL j/k.
    What do you mean "pick at it"?
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    Nice, I didn't even know you had this! Thanks for finally sharing. I hope you lower it once it's running :)
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    well i assume you wont sell it with the rare parts right? i can buy those parts :thumbsup:
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    I called dibs on that TRD muffler way before you knew the corolla might even be parted out. :D but seriously. That MR2 needs new rims once you get the mechanicals sorted out. Followed by letting me drive it.
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    YUP!. This car will be lowered with new struts and new trd springs before I even drive it.

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    Damn... You two might have to do a bidding war for the Muffler. LOL

    MACK- I already got the new wheels Macky Poo. You can drive it once it's ready.
    Irvin, Jun 19, 2013
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    That made my day. I'll start saving now once I repay my existing debts.
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    After the suspension is installed. The next awesome upgrade/install is a COMPLETE brand new 93+ Turbo brake setup. These things are massive and made to compete with porsches etc.

    Fronts are 10.9" vs stock 10.1" and Rears are 11" vs Stock 10.3. But diameter isn't where it's the best upgrade. These things are THICK! Super wide to absorb more heat.



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    :fyeah:
    That's what she said
    MacktasticSlick, Jun 19, 2013
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    Any particular reason you went with a v6 over a 3sgte?
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    Lots of torque maybe?
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    -Instant torque
    -Better fuel economy (Surprisingly)
    -More reliable
    -Finding a low mileage, reliable and non abused engine was much easier.
    -Cheaper to buy
    -Sexy v6 sound
    Irvin, Jun 20, 2013
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    I want to feel the v6! Looking sexy!
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    Thanks! The feel should be similar as me pounding you in the ass upwards with no lube..... Oops did I just say that?

    I meant to say, You can feel it when you come over in August
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    So much win.
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    lookin good, cant wait to see the end result :D
    TOYROLLA99, Jun 20, 2013
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    Nice, a REAL build thread here on TRDforums. Let me create a subforum just for you!
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    I can't wait.....for either of those things to happen
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    I thought you need 3 threads to get a section? Or is that for makes, not models.
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    The Camry section is empty lol.
    Added: Jun 20, 2013 5:44 AM
    If there's going to be a legit thread, I'll make a legit section for it.
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    Irvin Well-Known Member

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    I Honestly don't think there are enough legit threads to make a sub forum for each model. I'd just combine them for now as "Member Build Threads"
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    Well my dream is that we'll have lots of legit threads in each section. So all the work I've done here thus far has been towards that goal.
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    First build thread in the MR2 section :troll:
    Added: Jun 20, 2013 at 1:50 AM
    You're welcome to keep updating yours....
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