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by Petros
Wed Nov 23, 2022 8:56 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Leaking differential?
Replies: 8
Views: 1499

Re: Leaking differential?

if it is on the bottom of the trans case, almost certainly it is coming down from somewhere else. If it is not a lot, I would just check and top up periodically. the most common sourse of gear oil leaks on the trans axle, in descending order, is as follows: the CV axle output shaft to diff housing s...
by Petros
Wed Nov 23, 2022 8:30 pm
Forum: Tercel 4WD Repair Questions
Topic: INT / intermittent wipers?
Replies: 3
Views: 786

Re: INT / intermittent wipers?

some of the base models only had low and high wiper modes, but most later ones also have an intermittent setting. However, someone discovered the Same years toyota Forerunners have adjustable intermittent wipers multi switch that will fit into the tercel. a good junk yard find, you will have to trim...
by Petros
Wed Nov 23, 2022 8:11 pm
Forum: General
Topic: rock auto not the cheapest option anymore?
Replies: 3
Views: 1042

Re: rock auto not the cheapest option anymore?

I just bought a carb rebuilt kit from my local Autozone for $36, next day arrival and no shipping cost. rock auto was more for the basic kit, and much more with shipping, and many days to get it. Always compare between different sources, sometimes rockauto has killer deals (at random), sometimes not...
by Petros
Wed Nov 23, 2022 8:07 pm
Forum: Tercel Gallery and Projects
Topic: Refreshed paint job
Replies: 6
Views: 4946

Re: Refreshed paint job

I might consider that with my daily driver. I keep after getting minor blistering and rust pitting around the wheel wells, fender lips, and rocker panels. I will sand them off, hit it with rustolium primer and than color coat it. It looks good for a few years but than returns again.
by Petros
Wed Nov 23, 2022 8:05 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Dies after high speed and/or prolonged run time.
Replies: 7
Views: 1115

Re: Dies after high speed and/or prolonged run time.

metal lines can get corrosion pits that allow air to get sucked into the fuel line as it runs. so do not overlook inspecting the metal fuel lines as well. I assume you have replaced the fuel filter, and checked the screen at the fuel line inlet to the carb. it is fairly easy to check the fuel pick u...
by Petros
Wed Nov 23, 2022 7:45 pm
Forum: Tercel Gallery and Projects
Topic: Turbo 4age tercel
Replies: 80
Views: 50462

Re: Turbo 4age tercel

that is a lot of fine effort and expense going into a funky old econo-box of a car. that will really be something unique, and quite the sleeper! I am curious what a "DIY megasquirt" is that you are using. it is homemade? can you make one inexpensively? or it is modified megasquirt (that is...
by Petros
Wed Nov 23, 2022 7:26 pm
Forum: General
Topic: what kind of cleaner to use during carb rebuild?
Replies: 3
Views: 887

Re: what kind of cleaner to use during carb rebuild?

Muriatic acid is simply hydrocloric acid but sold in hardware stores and pool supply stores. white vinegar might also work, but you must soak it much longer. back when I was in high school autoshop we had this nasty acidic parts dip for carburetors. we put the parts in a metal basket and lowered it ...
by Petros
Wed Nov 23, 2022 6:29 pm
Forum: Tercel 4WD Parts: New and Used
Topic: Carburetor Replacement
Replies: 6
Views: 1044

Re: Carburetor Replacement

That mechanic is way over charging, or he does not know what he is doing so is way over padding his estimate. It only takes about an hour to remove and rebuild the stock carb, and at worst, an hour (or less) to trouble shoot it and sort out the vac lines and systems. I would not take it to him, most...
by Petros
Wed Nov 23, 2022 5:50 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Weber carburetor questions
Replies: 13
Views: 2059

Re: Weber carburetor questions

the PVC valve should not be connected to the EGR, they perform separate unrelated functions. I think perhaps sorting out your installation it might help to do some homework: read the chapters in the FSM on how each system operates. From there it will I think become easier to figure out how to make i...
by Petros
Thu Oct 13, 2022 11:25 pm
Forum: Cars for sale
Topic: 1985 Tercel -make offer -SOLD!!!
Replies: 14
Views: 6966

Re: 1985 Tercel -make offer

that car is now almost 40 years old, and you were the original owner? you really got your use out of it. good luck in finding a new owner, it looks decent and it should be fixed and put back on the road. I do not have the time or space for it. hopefully someone will save it.
by Petros
Thu Oct 13, 2022 11:20 pm
Forum: Tercel 4WD Repair Questions
Topic: Cut an access hole ahead of stick shift
Replies: 1
Views: 4594

Re: Cut an access hole ahead of stick shift

I have never seen anyone do that, and there would be no reason to. access that plug is not too bad from the tunnel under the car if you just unbolt the rear cross member, and lower the rear of the trans (without removing anything else).
by Petros
Thu Sep 15, 2022 8:12 pm
Forum: Tercel Gallery and Projects
Topic: Amazing 1984 Tercel Rally Build by Verve Racing
Replies: 14
Views: 7887

Re: Amazing 1984 Tercel Rally Build by Verve Racing

there is not much of the original Tercel4wd left,just some sheet metal body. the roll over can be attributed to the all new (and unproven) suspension, front and rear, as much to the extra hp. it states it is "stock ride height" but that does not look correct to my eye. that is a very costl...
by Petros
Thu Sep 15, 2022 7:54 pm
Forum: Cars for sale
Topic: Fully restored Blackhawk CO
Replies: 5
Views: 4379

Re: Fully restored Blackhawk CO

looks very nice. likely worth the price, if it is actually as good as they claim.

but I would hate to spend that much to get the stock 62 hp, for that much effort he should have upgraded the engine to a 4afe or 4age!
by Petros
Thu Sep 15, 2022 7:08 pm
Forum: Tercel 4WD Parts: New and Used
Topic: 1988 Tercel DX Sedan 4D for sale (needs engine)
Replies: 4
Views: 687

Re: 1988 Tercel DX Sedan 4D for sale (needs engine)

Usually when it over heats it just needs a head gasket, and perhaps to have the head resurfaced. I have replaced head gasket in these toyota Tercels in about 4 hours and with only about $40 worth of parts. No special tools required, except perhaps a torque wrench (which you can rent if you do not ow...
by Petros
Thu Sep 15, 2022 6:48 pm
Forum: Tercel 4WD Repair Questions
Topic: Oh boy, valve knock? Video inside
Replies: 40
Views: 4375

Re: Oh boy, valve knock? Video inside

I highly recommend install only new exhaust valves. New ones do not cost much, I have seen too many exhaust valves disintegrate with time, often trashing the engine when the come apart. Well worth getting new exhaust valves when you redo the valves seats. intakes are safe to regrind and reuse if not...