Kev 16v
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Out of interest, what made you choose this charger?.
From what I'm able to find, the Lidl "Ultimate Speed" version is almost half the price, is able to charge a battery quicker at 3.8A as opposed to 1.5A, and has a three year guarantee, compared to the 12 months of the AA version.
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5 hours ago, commandosqueak said:
There is a lot of good suggestions and ideas. Im keen to see if there is anything else people could or would add?
Good ventilation in the garage is critical (I leave a small garage window part open). Otherwise, storage can be far worse then leaving the car outside.
As well as leaving it off, work the handbrake a few times when you can.
Also, unless you plan to start the engine from time to time, store the battery inside the house, and connect to a charger monthly. The TR battery is in my bedroom. The AGM battery in the Porsche has been left connected to a "smart" charger under the bonnet, as there would be a million and one settings to input in the spring otherwise.
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Asking for tyre recommendations, is like asking which is the best Bond film..everyone will have a different opinion.
However, given your location, plus the fact I don't think you're going to be covering a high mileage, I would suggest you consider the Rainsport 3.
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19 hours ago, bazz54 said:
It has been known for the clutch friction plate to stick to the flywheel when it hasn't been operated for a long time and be quite difficult to get it to un-stick.
I get this on the TR which lives in a double garage.
I have to raise the rear end on wooden blocks, run the car in gear, and then stamp on the brake pedal to free the clutch plate.
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Yes, especially if you go one size up profile wise, and opt for the very common 205/55/16, rather than the OE 205/50/16.
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Just a quick "heads-up"..Lidl's brilliant little smart battery charger will be in store as of today..
https://www.lidl.co.uk/en/p/car-essentials/ultimate-speed-car-battery-charger/p25475
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I was quoted £60 (no VAT) per Tech5 in 2017, but bought a set of Bola B1 rims instead.
That price included a change of colour to Gunmetal, masking the decorative studs, and a lacquered finish.
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I'd be looking at 215/40/17 on 7.5J, the difference between that size and 235/45, would be several seconds a lap.
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2 hours ago, commandosqueak said:
Agreed, don’t ever skimp on brakes or TIRES
Every time I think I've accidentally wandered onto an American forum, I feel like reporting the poster to the Management Team!
Oh..hang on
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I normally buy Bosch or Mann, but I would be very surprised if that filter didn't fit your 2ZZ.
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Acceptable for summer use only.
Would increase engine wear, and put extra strain on battery when cold starting during the winter.
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I'm happy with Lidl's Powerfix version. Use the replacement filter to get a loose fit, then tighten onto the old one. Of course, if you can wait until they're in-store, you'll save on the postage if ordering from eBay.
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22 hours ago, Master flex said:
it makes me believe the Celica does work without a spoiler!
Yoda says.."hope there is for you", young padawan.
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You weigh over 23 and a half stone?!
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Is your 021 battery a 005 (for a pre face lift), or a 053 (much smaller than a 005 for a face lift)?.
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Yes, but that patent has long expired, Belinda
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Answered on your other thread.
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The genuine Toyota washer is fibre, as shown here..
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9 hours ago, Master flex said:
More than anything though; I owe Kev a massive apology for thinking of turning my interior beige (the Austin's suited it, mind you
). I figured it would look nice but it is rather atrocious (sorry if the owner reads This, I guess)
I promise not to consider it ever again!
Young padawan..you are forgiven
7 hours ago, Freeman558 said:Don't see him getting anything close to 10.
I actually think it's worth 10
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With one exception, all the rims fitted to the Gen 7 in the UK (16" or 17") were manufactured by Fondmetal, and need collared nuts.
The rims you've just shown, ARE that exception. They were made by Team Dynamics, fitted to some pre face lift cars as an extra cost option, and I think, take tapered nuts. Hopefully, someone will confirm. Apologies for not checking the first pics. more carefully, but you don't see many of these rims around these days, with it being nearly 17 years since they were offered, and the high level of corrosion these diamond cut rims suffered from. Which is probably why they were discontinued.
As Old Red says, the Centre Bore needs to be 54.1, and that's easily measured.
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You MUST use the collared nuts on the left. The tapered nuts on the right are unsafe to use on Toyota rims!.
Please change them before you use the car again.
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IMHO, both cars are on the high side price wise.
I'd be catching the ferry over to Liverpool, to have a look at a "Premium Blue".
Makes the spec. of the Lagoon 140 look very low rent, and with the electric sunroof, has a higher spec. than the Chilli T Sport.
Save yourself around a grand in the meantime.
stolen catalyst converters?
in General Celica Discussion
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