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by dirklc
Tue Nov 09, 2021 7:16 am
Forum: General
Topic: diagnosing high idle
Replies: 24
Views: 4669

Re: diagnosing high idle

Thank you all for the advice. We will double-check the throttle plate and we will walk through all the vac hose routing. Agree 100% with the suggestion to diagnose before I start throwing parts at it. I'll keep you posted - hopefully I can get to the culprit!
by dirklc
Sat Nov 06, 2021 3:03 pm
Forum: General
Topic: diagnosing high idle
Replies: 24
Views: 4669

Re: diagnosing high idle

One additional observation. After we swapped carbs, I believe that we had it idling just above 2k. Went on to tackle other projects and figured we either had (1) a vacuum leak somewhere or (2) needed to adjust idle. Fast forward a few weeks. We're back in the project and back at 3k+ idle. So, I don'...
by dirklc
Sat Nov 06, 2021 12:11 pm
Forum: General
Topic: diagnosing high idle
Replies: 24
Views: 4669

Re: diagnosing high idle

dlb wrote: Sat Nov 06, 2021 11:54 am So both carbs have had the same high idle when warm problem, is that correct?
Correct - same high idle when warm with either carb.

When we installed the rebuilt carb, we labelled and reinstalled the vacuum lines as they were set on the carb we removed.

Again, we really appreciate any advice.
by dirklc
Sat Nov 06, 2021 9:43 am
Forum: General
Topic: diagnosing high idle
Replies: 24
Views: 4669

Re: diagnosing high idle

I'm still trying to chase down a high idle. Starts (cold) and idles around 2k. As it warms up, the idle increases (doesn't drop). When warm, it's 'idling' around 3k. Idle speed doesn't drop if I bump the gas or if I completely disconnect the throttle cable. A bit more background (building on my earl...
by dirklc
Fri Aug 06, 2021 7:15 am
Forum: Tercel 4WD Parts: New and Used
Topic: 1988 Corolla parts question
Replies: 3
Views: 1617

Re: 1988 Corolla parts question

that should have the 4af or 4afe (variable venturi carb, or fuel injection). there are a few parts that are can be used to upgrade the Tercel, but I do not remember which. if it has larger dia front struts, they can be adapted to the Tercel for more dampening. the GTS and the all-trac corollas used...
by dirklc
Thu Aug 05, 2021 8:22 pm
Forum: Tercel 4WD Parts: New and Used
Topic: 1988 Corolla parts question
Replies: 3
Views: 1617

1988 Corolla parts question

A 1988 Corolla popped up at the local Pull & Pay. Does the '88 Corolla still have the 4AC? Or was the 1987 the last year for 4ACs? Also, any parts off this Corolla that would be worth picking up for a T4WD?
by dirklc
Mon Jun 28, 2021 11:56 am
Forum: General
Topic: diagnosing high idle
Replies: 24
Views: 4669

Re: diagnosing high idle

Thank you for the suggestions. Over lunch, I disconnected the throttle cable, plugged up that open vacuum port, and it's running at a much more reasonable RPM. I still want to work through the vacuum lines to make sure we don't have a leak before we start any tuning but we definitely need to adjust ...
by dirklc
Sat Jun 26, 2021 2:05 pm
Forum: General
Topic: diagnosing high idle
Replies: 24
Views: 4669

Re: diagnosing high idle

And I tried to embed images linked to my Google Photo account but they didn't load. I just edited to urls in my message. Maybe the images are too large or something? Anyway, let me know if I missed something with the image function and I can update my original post.
by dirklc
Sat Jun 26, 2021 1:58 pm
Forum: General
Topic: diagnosing high idle
Replies: 24
Views: 4669

diagnosing high idle

Hello - My son and I are sorting through our 1984 T4WD (MT SR5 w/AC). We're trying to figure out a high idle issue and would appreciate any advice as we try to diagnose the most likely culprit. I bought the Tercel years ago and trailered it home, where it's been sitting in storage awaiting some atte...
by dirklc
Tue Jul 14, 2020 1:16 pm
Forum: Part Numbers - OE and Aftermarket
Topic: Fuel pump gasket(s) part number?
Replies: 0
Views: 5300

Fuel pump gasket(s) part number?

Hello, I can't seem to find a part number (Toyota or aftermarket) for the fuel pump gasket. Looks like there are two, actually (one on each side of that little shield underneath the pump) but I'm assuming that they are the same size. Could anyone point me in the right direction? My apologies if I mi...
by dirklc
Tue Jun 30, 2020 3:44 pm
Forum: Tercel 4WD Parts: New and Used
Topic: 4WD fuel pickup line?
Replies: 8
Views: 3299

Re: 4WD fuel pickup line?

I need a source for one too. I tried modifying a 2wd one and it works, but comes into contact with my float so the gauge won't read below 1/2 tank. Frustrating. Yeah, that's what I'm concerned about as well. I will play around with it a bit this weekend and will let you know if I come up with a fix...
by dirklc
Thu Jun 25, 2020 10:40 am
Forum: Tercel 4WD Parts: New and Used
Topic: 4WD fuel pickup line?
Replies: 8
Views: 3299

4WD fuel pickup line?

Hello, I need to replace the fuel pickup line on top of the fuel tank (so the three metal lines going into the tank). This part is still available for FWD Tercels. I ordered this part and it's a drop-in replacement for our T4WD tank but the pick-up line doesn't reach close to the bottom of the 4WD t...
by dirklc
Wed May 30, 2012 6:13 pm
Forum: Cars for sale
Topic: 1986 Toyota Tercel Wagon 4wd $3500 (Cincinnati, OH)
Replies: 1
Views: 927

Re: 1986 Toyota Tercel Wagon 4wd $3500 (Cincinnati, OH)

It is a repost. The owner was out of town for a few weeks. I checked it out over lunch a few weeks ago. Auto tranny. It's in good shape (body's in great shape for a midwest ride). Amateur paint job with a few drips but fine from 10' away. Auto T4WD's are just too underpowered for me else I would try...
by dirklc
Fri Mar 30, 2012 10:08 pm
Forum: Cars for sale
Topic: 1986 TOYOTA TERCEL WAGON - $1900 (loveland, OH)
Replies: 4
Views: 1385

Re: 1986 TOYOTA TERCEL WAGON - $1900 (loveland, OH)

Another one in the neighborhood. Must be karma - I'm looking to buy a daily driver and two nice local Tercels show up on CL. I'm still trying to track down the white one (will call the owner again when I'm back in town this weekend). I'll give this guy a call as well...
by dirklc
Tue Mar 27, 2012 2:29 pm
Forum: Cars for sale
Topic: 1986 Tercel Wagon 89k Miles - $3500 (Cincinnati, OH)
Replies: 4
Views: 1403

Re: 1986 Tercel Wagon 89k Miles - $3500 (Cincinnati, OH)

I left the guy a message. Will go over and check it out...