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by gotzoom?
Mon Jul 18, 2016 4:29 pm
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: Fuel rail adapter
Replies: 2
Views: 3101

Re: Fuel rail adapter

Smallport and largeport take different rails, but both use top-feed injectors.
by gotzoom?
Thu Apr 28, 2016 8:07 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: mr2 manual rack on ae86 what bellow kit/tie rod boot kit to use
Replies: 2
Views: 3356

Re: mr2 manual rack on ae86 what bellow kit/tie rod boot kit to use

Thread size and pitch is the same on the AW11 and AE86 racks. Just reuse your AE86 inner and outer tierods. If you want to center the ackerman angle, put a band clamp over the rack on the pinion side before installing the inner tierod.
by gotzoom?
Thu Apr 14, 2016 8:29 am
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: Future Build Components
Replies: 73
Views: 39191

Re: Future Build Components

Big crank in 3 rib block is not typical... I'd still look for a 7 rib block. No need for aftermarket rods (except mass savings)... Supertech exhaust valves would be 27.5mm. If you use Supertech springs, then you must use their retainers, and their spring seats... I'd also use their keepers. All tho...
by gotzoom?
Thu Mar 31, 2016 10:54 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: why is there a hole in my MAF?
Replies: 3
Views: 3573

Re: why is there a hole in my MAF?

To be more specific, that is the idle mixture valve. :)
by gotzoom?
Fri Mar 25, 2016 10:29 am
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: clutch
Replies: 4
Views: 4296

Re: clutch

Since it wasn't mentioned, drain the transmission oil before you pull the driveshaft or you'll have a big mess on your hands (and floor.)
by gotzoom?
Tue Mar 22, 2016 6:33 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: AE86 Suspension and effects
Replies: 21
Views: 19458

Re: AE86 Suspension and effects

The Godspeed and other similar designed rear links are like that too. They have a spherical bearing with the outer race made out of some kind of plastic type material. They work well and are a bit quieter than full metal bearings.
by gotzoom?
Fri Mar 18, 2016 10:32 am
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: LSD questions
Replies: 13
Views: 7960

Re: LSD questions

Deuce, gotta stop trail braking. :D
by gotzoom?
Mon Mar 14, 2016 8:11 am
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: 4AGZE on engine stand
Replies: 5
Views: 5373

Re: 4AGZE on engine stand

USDM bumper bolts work great. I shim with a stack of washers to fit my stand.
by gotzoom?
Fri Mar 11, 2016 9:03 am
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: crank sensor bracket
Replies: 7
Views: 9175

Re: crank sensor bracket

It's a VR sensor, not hall effect, but yes. '96 and later OBD2 4A and 7A engines use this.
by gotzoom?
Tue Mar 08, 2016 9:23 am
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: crank sensor bracket
Replies: 7
Views: 9175

Re: crank sensor bracket

Or do it the easy way with factory parts. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-5eKYGfB4JLU/VO5zttpH8GI/AAAAAAAAQ4A/jmZLkzRo81o/s912-Ic42/IMAGE_1181.jpeg You'll either need to laser cut a trigger wheel or buy one of the extras that I had cut. It presses on to the 4A timing pulley and just needs a few s...
by gotzoom?
Mon Mar 07, 2016 10:03 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: AE86 Suspension and effects
Replies: 21
Views: 19458

Re: AE86 Suspension and effects

I'm running 550lb Eibach springs up front and TRD 4.7kg uncut rear springs. I don't recommend running that combination unless you have my full setup, though. QA1 springs are quite a bit less than Eibach, so take a look at what they have to offer. For the most part, spring steel is spring steel.
by gotzoom?
Fri Mar 04, 2016 5:03 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: AE86 Suspension and effects
Replies: 21
Views: 19458

Re: AE86 Suspension and effects

Just the raw numbers don't tell the story. You really need to look at the dyno plots to see what is going on. Nearly all "sport" shocks are heavily compression biased. The good news is that Bilstein shocks are easily revalvable out of the box. You need to send them to Bilstein, since they ...
by gotzoom?
Fri Mar 04, 2016 10:05 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: AE86 Suspension and effects
Replies: 21
Views: 19458

Re: AE86 Suspension and effects

I agree with OST on using linear springs. Progressive springs make things too unpredictable for my liking. One thing you'll need to get your head around is that the RSX has a suspension that was designed to make the car handle well. The AE86 suspension design is from 50 or 60 years ago and was not d...
by gotzoom?
Thu Mar 03, 2016 9:07 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: AE86 Suspension and effects
Replies: 21
Views: 19458

Re: AE86 Suspension and effects

Without knowing what you plan to do with the car and which tires you plan to run, feedback will be of limited value, but here's my experience with the car, which is mostly track driving. Unfortunately, most of the shock/strut suspension kits that say AE86 on the box are junk. Yes, they will be bette...
by gotzoom?
Fri Feb 19, 2016 4:01 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: OEM LSD Kouki vs Zenki
Replies: 2
Views: 3382

Re: OEM LSD Kouki vs Zenki

The search feature on this site works well.

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by gotzoom?
Fri Feb 12, 2016 8:09 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: Wheel size question
Replies: 7
Views: 5863

Re: Wheel size question

Seems like a lot of money and effort to make them 1/2" wider. You're already stretched with 195 width tires, so I'm not sure why you would want to do this. If you really want to, just get under there and measure to see if it will rub.
by gotzoom?
Fri Jan 22, 2016 8:25 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: LSD half shaft axle installation question
Replies: 5
Views: 4744

Re: LSD half shaft axle installation question

Rub a little bit of oil on the seals and cylinder that the bearing sits in. That should help things slide in more easily. If the cylinder is rusty, I'd take the opportunity to clean it ip with some rust remover, which should make life easier when you pull the axles next.
by gotzoom?
Thu Jan 07, 2016 5:58 pm
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: 7afe Oil Pump + 20v ?
Replies: 19
Views: 16541

Re: 7afe Oil Pump + 20v ?

I'm using an OBD2 4AFE oil pump with crank trigger. I made one of these: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-dAyX9FJj-TY/U90RuJZYz0I/AAAAAAAAO8w/_joWkNhlglw/s808-Ic42/trigger_wheel.jpg It presses on the stock 4AGE timing gear, then you tack weld it in place. The result: https://lh3.googleusercontent....
by gotzoom?
Thu Jan 07, 2016 5:50 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: T50 - NEED HELP
Replies: 1
Views: 2632

Re: T50 - NEED HELP

What problem are you trying to solve? If you feel the gear spacing isn't appropriate for the driving you're doing, the easiest thing to do is to change the final gear ratio. If you're in an AE86, the stock rearend gear ratio is 4.3:1. You can get a lower ratio, something like a 4.1:1 or 3.9:1 to rai...
by gotzoom?
Mon Nov 09, 2015 8:48 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: GT-S/AE86 Easy and Cheap Engine Swap Options.
Replies: 6
Views: 7995

Re: GT-S/AE86 Easy and Cheap Engine Swap Options.

What's wrong with the 16V 4AGE? The car is plenty fun with that engine in it. The only swap that I would consider "easy" is the smallport 4AGE. You'll need to either modify (cut & weld) the intake manifold or buy an adapter and get a largeport rwd intake manifold. Otherwise, it's direc...
by gotzoom?
Thu Oct 22, 2015 11:21 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: AE-86 Track/Race car Spoiler/GT Wing Size and shape
Replies: 1
Views: 2661

Re: AE-86 Track/Race car Spoiler/GT Wing Size and shape

If you're asking whether it makes sense to run a large wing, I think it does in some cases. I run an aerofoil wing from a Lotus Elise on my car and it made a significant difference on Laguna Seca. The rear is much more planted when I'm cooking down the hill. I'm able to go flat from T8 to T10 now, w...
by gotzoom?
Fri Oct 09, 2015 8:55 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: AE86 levin trueno Time-Attack setup biuld
Replies: 4
Views: 4068

Re: AE86 levin trueno Time-Attack setup biuld

I've been doing time attack with my car for a few years now and I feel like most of the stuff that says AE86 on the box is not very good for track use. If you don't care about time and you just want to drive, pretty much anything is fine, but if you want to get the most out of the car, you're better...
by gotzoom?
Thu Sep 24, 2015 8:16 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: 15x8 tire size for track purposes
Replies: 9
Views: 8539

Re: 15x8 tire size for track purposes

I'll also add that the hub design requires a positive offset wheel to get the suspension geometry right. Running low positive, zero or negative offset wheels increases scrub radius, which is not great for handling. There really is no reason to run stagger wheels or tires on this car. Set it up corre...
by gotzoom?
Fri Sep 18, 2015 2:47 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: Removing 16v 4ag engine
Replies: 9
Views: 8473

Re: Removing 16v 4ag engine

Empty the gear oil from the transmission and pull the engine and trans out together as shown. It helps a LOT if you have a load leveler on your engine hoist. When you install the engine, you need to swing it all the way to the left side to get it to go past the radiator support. It's pretty easy, re...
by gotzoom?
Fri Sep 18, 2015 2:43 pm
Forum: Fun Talk
Topic: 1st time AE86 owner
Replies: 8
Views: 8044

Re: 1st time AE86 owner, how about you?

Welcome. I was wondering who picked up that car. If you're not on the NorCal FB group, send me a message and i'll go through the logistics to add you.
by gotzoom?
Fri Sep 18, 2015 9:13 am
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: TDC question
Replies: 8
Views: 6905

Re: TDC question

Also, verify that the woodruff key is in-tact and preventing the harmonic balancer from turning.
by gotzoom?
Fri Sep 18, 2015 8:58 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: 15x8 tire size for track purposes
Replies: 9
Views: 8539

Re: 15x8 tire size for track purposes

225's won't fit without some rolling and cutting. If you're close to stock power, you really don't need that much tire anyway. 205 is as much as you can comfortably fit with minimal rolling and cutting. I run 195 width Hankook RS3's and they work pretty well with minimal stretch. I don't think they ...
by gotzoom?
Wed Sep 16, 2015 8:42 am
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: HELP! Supertech Retainer / stock buckets
Replies: 13
Views: 9795

Re: HELP! Supertech Retainer / stock buckets

I don't think there is a design issue. They intend for you to use all of their stuff together, not mix-n-match like all of us have done. My bet is that if you use their valves, their springs, retainers and keepers all together, everything lines up perfectly. I think they just need to make it clear t...
by gotzoom?
Tue Sep 15, 2015 10:21 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: T50 good for autocross??
Replies: 5
Views: 4432

Re: T50 good for autocross??

Gearing is good on the T50 with 4.3 rearend for most courses in NorCal. It also works perfectly for the NorCal tracks with exception of Thunderhill West. In regards to reliability, I think you should be fine unless you intend to clutch kick while drifting. There is a lot of hype out there about how ...
by gotzoom?
Wed Sep 09, 2015 8:26 am
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: ae92 injector
Replies: 2
Views: 2816

Re: ae92 injector

The trigger wheel is inside the distributor.