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by mtmetzger
Thu Apr 21, 2016 10:43 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

I've been driving the car for the past 5 months or so. It runs great! Like driving a go-cart on the street. The rear end ratio is the same as an S2000 but the tires a much smaller so the gears are really short and close together. It turns about 4K RPMS @ 70 MPH. Not too bad. I still need to do somet...
by mtmetzger
Thu Apr 21, 2016 7:32 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

After the drive shaft was done, I started integrating the Corolla lights to the S2000 wiring harness. It was pretty simple. Run the wires to the lights, solder the corolla connectors and plug them in. Everything works like it is supposed to. I included the circuit for the headlight retractor motors ...
by mtmetzger
Mon Nov 16, 2015 1:00 pm
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

Working on the wiring. You can see the S2000 climate control unit is in for more mock-up. Not bolted in in this picture. http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/88014E92-6324-4E9E-A822-08B6A8EF4A79.jpg http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/5C5FC9AF-4846-...
by mtmetzger
Mon Nov 02, 2015 9:38 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

Here's where we left off: http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/405C667B-53C8-4565-8AA6-FB3FE4BB7EA3.jpg http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/BE9388E5-86D5-452F-9FDC-B807B8D4E974.jpg http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/394915...
by mtmetzger
Mon Sep 21, 2015 5:45 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

Throttle cable has been made. I used the S2000 cable inside the corolla sleeve. Shortened the whole thing about 18": http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/11F23876-9C9F-4683-B399-8C4FA13E16E2_zpsxn9iteuw.jpg http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/C...
by mtmetzger
Wed Sep 16, 2015 12:01 pm
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

After about a year break I started working on the car again.. The gas tank was removed and I swapped the S2000 fuel pump into the corolla bracket. It fit perfectly like it was meant to go there. S2000 fuel pump & sending unit - original Corolla pump - S2000 pump installed in corolla bracket. htt...
by mtmetzger
Thu Dec 18, 2014 12:37 pm
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: AE86 Project - Restore / S2K swap
Replies: 23
Views: 20338

Re: AE86 Project - Restore / S2K swap

Which rear end are you running? Also, can you post a picture and any details you have of the drive shaft? I'm not sure what I'm going to run in my F22c car just yet.
by mtmetzger
Wed Dec 10, 2014 8:57 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

small update: Front suspension back on - http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/830DD7AF-49A2-4CD4-9A07-18380378AD95_zpsmslbiqf3.jpg http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/19767F53-E7AA-4902-AE72-3B79449C340C_zpswnlbaoqo.jpg http://i57.photobucket.com/al...
by mtmetzger
Mon Sep 01, 2014 10:41 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

Made a little more progress last night. Cut the hole for the shifter and rolled the edge: http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/700B4DF5-2032-4B63-8151-97D28DB1528A_zpsmgonk9qp.jpg Hopefully the last time I drop the engine in! :) http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzg...
by mtmetzger
Fri Aug 29, 2014 6:26 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

I finally painted the engine bay! I went with a silver hammered finish and I'm pretty happy with the way it turned out... http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/B0C44210-BD11-4F96-AEEC-5F47933009F7_zpsnidbnyek.jpg http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/B...
by mtmetzger
Fri Jan 17, 2014 12:09 pm
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

After putting this project on the back burner last year, I started working on it again recently. Hoping to have it done in the spring. Here's what I've been working on: Disassembled, cleaned, painted, lubed and reassembled front suspension: I love this rust oleum Hammered black! http://i57.photobuck...
by mtmetzger
Tue Jan 07, 2014 3:31 pm
Forum: Want to BUY (seeking sellers)
Topic: WTB: Upper raditor mounting brackets for AE86
Replies: 2
Views: 2464

Re: WTB: Upper raditor mounting brackets for AE86

Looks like we have a deal. Thanks Deuce Cam and thanks to others who replied.
by mtmetzger
Mon Jan 06, 2014 2:55 pm
Forum: Want to BUY (seeking sellers)
Topic: WTB: Upper raditor mounting brackets for AE86
Replies: 2
Views: 2464

WTB: Upper raditor mounting brackets for AE86

I think I had some but cannot locate them. Let me know if you have some upper radiator brackets to sell. The cheaper the better!
by mtmetzger
Thu Apr 11, 2013 8:21 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

I've been working on the engine bay again. This part is not much fun at all! Here's where original heater core came through http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/DSC00129_zps9ac92e1c.jpg Cut http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/DSC00130_zps970771c9.jp...
by mtmetzger
Sun Mar 31, 2013 7:28 pm
Forum: Wheels, Tires, Suspension
Topic: FS: **RARE Brand New SSR EX-C Fins**
Replies: 4
Views: 5041

Re: FS: **RARE Brand New SSR EX-C Fins**

Beautiful! GLWS!
by mtmetzger
Wed Mar 27, 2013 11:20 am
Forum: Fun Talk
Topic: What else do you drive?
Replies: 75
Views: 45196

Re: What else do you drive?

My daily is a 2006 Toyota Tacoma. I've kept this thing longer than any other vehicle I've had. Love my truck!

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by mtmetzger
Tue Mar 26, 2013 2:22 pm
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

Thanks guys! Not a very exciting update, but it's what I've been working on... Figuring out the climate control. The car needs to at least have heat and if I can use the S2000 controls then that would be awesome. The blower box / heater core / diverter boxes from the S2000 were huge, but I think the...
by mtmetzger
Fri Mar 22, 2013 12:49 pm
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

Thanks! Not sure what I will put back in just yet. This is mostly going to be a track car, but I still want it to look respectable. :)
by mtmetzger
Wed Mar 20, 2013 7:31 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: 2013 f20 86 build round 2
Replies: 33
Views: 22676

Re: 2013 f20 86 build round 2

Nice progress! This thread makes me feel like I'm taking short cuts on my F22c build! :)

Also, Can you post some details of how you did / are going to do the drive shaft?
by mtmetzger
Mon Mar 18, 2013 12:59 pm
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

Thanks! I try to be thorough. :) I got a little more done last week. Welded the end plate on the tunnel and smoothed it out. Didn't want any rough edges: http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/37CB916B-7429-4CCA-A511-CB755B864F5B-24413-000006309532428C_zps8342b65e.jpg Pulled t...
by mtmetzger
Mon Mar 04, 2013 11:24 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

So I took a pretty good break from working on the car around Christmas time and recently started back on it. Things are starting to move along nicely again. Here's the process of making the transmission cross member. I used the stock S2000 mount. http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%2...
by mtmetzger
Mon Mar 04, 2013 11:23 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

I got the other mount tacked up the other day and pulled them back out for welding. I think they turned out pretty good for a novice! Feedback is welcome. :) http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/DSC00052.jpg Look Ma! No hoist! http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger...
by mtmetzger
Mon Mar 04, 2013 11:22 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

Update! :) Got some paint on the subframe and reinstalled it: http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/DSC00037.jpg http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/DSC00038.jpg Then it was time to make some sparks fly! http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzg...
by mtmetzger
Mon Mar 04, 2013 11:21 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

There was a little learning curve with the plasma cutter so my cuts weren't the greatest, but it's nothing a little grinding couldn't fix: http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/DSC00023.jpg http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/DSC00024.jpg Test fittin...
by mtmetzger
Mon Mar 04, 2013 11:21 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

There really is nothing cooler that cutting metal with an arc and some compressed air.

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by mtmetzger
Mon Mar 04, 2013 11:19 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

Sorry it's been so long since I've posted. Progress has been slow as I was deciding what to do about which direction I want to take the car. Full interior with all S2000 controls or simple, gutted race car. I guess it will be somewhere in between. I know I'm using the S2000 ignition, key and stalks ...
by mtmetzger
Mon Mar 04, 2013 11:16 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

Re: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

Got my bible out and mocking up some wiring connections to see what I can eliminate. (All door wiring, convertible top motors, EPS circuit, air pump circuit, etc) http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g211/mtmetzger/85%20corolla/D2F4ED60-01D2-46C9-A26B-1FE345E6AA97-5119-0000058523A93B81.jpg http://i57.p...
by mtmetzger
Mon Mar 04, 2013 11:16 am
Forum: OWNERS and BUILDERS
Topic: My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread
Replies: 30
Views: 34725

My 85 Corolla GT-S build / F22c swap thread

This is a project I started back in August 2012. I guess the original thread got deleted so this is a copy / paste of it. Enjoy! I recently bought this car from a friend who has owned it the past 8 or so years and it is the first one I have ever owned. It is an original GT-S car and it also has: -KY...