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 Jul 25, 2013 - 11:55 PM
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 Enthusiast  Joined Feb 23, '12 From Warrior, AL Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%)  |
I do what I can.
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Jul 26, 2013 - 12:18 AM
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 Enthusiast Joined Mar 6, '12 From Brisbane, Australia Currently Offline Reputation: 6 (100%) |
QUOTE (rentaspace @ Jul 26, 2013 - 12:10 AM)  So just got back from JayCar, The pack contained two of the EMI filters for $7.00 and I also got a 50m role of aluminum tape $11 and placed the filter directly below the line going from Ballast to bulb. I then wrapped the rest of that wiring with the Aluminum tape and repeated on the opposite sides. I also Wrapped up the connection halfway through which disconnects the bulb from ballast wire for good measure. and the verdict. I can now listen to the radio  Although, on the way too JayCar I decided I would try and see if the problem still persisted. I turned my HIDs on and off around 10 times throughout the trip and the radio didn't get affected (that I could tell).... So maybe one of the connections was bad, and me inserting the Plastic buffer today (requiring the wires to be disconnected from Ballast) has lead to a better connection and therefore no more interference.... Either way, I decided I would buy the stuff anyway and now the test will be home long it lasts Later tonight I will be adjusting the High/Low Beams (finally) now that everything is sorted with the HIDs. Thanks Box So when do we get those comparisons.... I need to know if I go HID or not --------------------  SOLD :( 1997 ST204 Celica ZR -----> See it here on 6GC! 2013 October Celica of the Month XD Now: '00 NB8B Mazda MX5 -----> See it here in off topic! |
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Jul 26, 2013 - 12:44 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Feb 23, '12 From Warrior, AL Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
 Next car? First car. Why not? It's the only car I really regret getting rid of... -------------------- 2001 Miata LS 5-speed
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Jul 26, 2013 - 2:08 AM
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 Enthusiast Joined Sep 23, '12 From Australia Currently Offline Reputation: 4 (100%) |
QUOTE (JoshuaM @ Jul 26, 2013 - 1:18 AM) QUOTE (rentaspace @ Jul 26, 2013 - 12:10 AM) So just got back from JayCar, The pack contained two of the EMI filters for $7.00 and I also got a 50m role of aluminum tape $11 and placed the filter directly below the line going from Ballast to bulb. I then wrapped the rest of that wiring with the Aluminum tape and repeated on the opposite sides. I also Wrapped up the connection halfway through which disconnects the bulb from ballast wire for good measure. and the verdict. I can now listen to the radio Although, on the way too JayCar I decided I would try and see if the problem still persisted. I turned my HIDs on and off around 10 times throughout the trip and the radio didn't get affected (that I could tell).... So maybe one of the connections was bad, and me inserting the Plastic buffer today (requiring the wires to be disconnected from Ballast) has lead to a better connection and therefore no more interference.... Either way, I decided I would buy the stuff anyway and now the test will be home long it lasts Later tonight I will be adjusting the High/Low Beams (finally) now that everything is sorted with the HIDs. Thanks Box So when do we get those comparisons.... I need to know if I go HID or not As soon as they're adjusted I will take photos Got Bored after I cleaned the interior and fixed my HIDs this arvo and got a video of my exhaust note when idle/low power/reverse Car This post has been edited by rentaspace: Jul 26, 2013 - 2:45 AM --------------------  ------------------------------| White '94 Celica | Bought 11/05/12 | Sold 12/05/15 |------------------------------ |
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Jul 26, 2013 - 7:40 AM
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 Enthusiast Joined Feb 2, '07 From Berlin, WI Currently Offline Reputation: 18 (100%) |
QUOTE (cyberblader1130 @ Jul 25, 2013 - 8:56 PM) QUOTE (Box @ Jul 25, 2013 - 6:41 PM) I HATE RED!!! Tribute to Box. That is all.  Today a fresh wash and Polish. LOL!  looks good! I gotta meet up with you one of these days and check out your car again. Seems like you've done alot since the last time i saw it. --------------------  *1997 Celica ST - 3SGE Greytop BEAMS *1977 Celica RA29 - Classic Cruiser *2005 Matrix AWD - dedded but still hanging around like a ghost 2019 Rav4 XLE Premium - Sports mode is fun. |
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Jul 26, 2013 - 1:39 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Feb 23, '12 From Warrior, AL Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
So, I've been crunching some numbers since I like to do that sort of thing. I had heard of some people getting better mpg in the Supra Turbo over the N/A Supra. Did some math and I can see as to why, at least on the highway. At 55 mph the N/A is at 2,500 rpm and at 70 mph is at 3,200 rpm. The Turbo on the other hand at 55 mph is at 2,100 rpm and at 70 mph is at 2,650 rpm. I also for fun did the 4th gen F-body, and was really shocked. At 55 mph the F-body is at 1,200 rpm and at 70 mph is at 1,550 rpm. No wonder they get such great highway mileage. All numbers were rounded up slightly to make for nice even numbers. Since I'm sure everyone else is curious here is how our cars fare:
ST at 55 mph is at 2,550 rpm and at 70 mph is at 3,250 rpm. GT at 55 mph is at 2,650 rpm and at 70 mph is at 3,350 rpm. Also this was on manually equipped cars, because nobody has time for automatics. Though on our cars the automatic brethren run 500 rpm lower at 70 mph. YAY MATH!
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Jul 26, 2013 - 5:11 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Mar 24, '11 From 704 Currently Offline Reputation: 3 (100%) |
Today I discovered a huge bald spot on one of my tires along with abnormal wear along the outside. Huzzah for new tires and an alignment boo for $$$
I am mounting and changing them myself of course, cause labor prices are ridiculous.
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Jul 26, 2013 - 6:38 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Sep 23, '12 From Australia Currently Offline Reputation: 4 (100%) |
QUOTE (Box @ Jul 26, 2013 - 2:39 PM) YAY MATH! I read that as 'YAY METH! '
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Jul 26, 2013 - 7:18 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jun 18, '09 From Orlando Currently Offline Reputation: 8 (100%) |
^ Considering his posts, possibly interchangeable.
Today I drove the Celica and enjoyed it like I should, with proper 1-2 shift tire chirp. This post has been edited by SwissFerdi: Jul 26, 2013 - 7:19 PM -------------------- '97 ST \ Eibach \ KYB \ Kenwood \ Alpine \ Cusco \ OEM+ [sold 10/18]
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Jul 26, 2013 - 8:13 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Mar 6, '04 From Charlotte, NC Currently Offline Reputation: 9 (100%) |
Travis, boo to spending money but hooray for new rubber contact patches. Have you received your HID kit yet?
Today, I broke 182,000 miles and went part hunting. QUOTE (SwissFerdi @ Jul 26, 2013 - 8:18 PM) ^ Considering his posts, possibly interchangeable.
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Jul 26, 2013 - 8:33 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Feb 23, '12 From Warrior, AL Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
QUOTE (SwissFerdi @ Jul 26, 2013 - 7:18 PM) ^ Considering his posts, possibly interchangeable. Fùck you too Ferdi. At least I help people between my bitching. I put the "mental" in fundamental, still need a shirt that says that... Anyhow... This post has been edited by Box: Jul 26, 2013 - 8:36 PM -------------------- 2001 Miata LS 5-speed
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Jul 26, 2013 - 8:36 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Feb 23, '12 From Warrior, AL Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
QUOTE (travisxcore @ Jul 26, 2013 - 5:11 PM) Today I discovered a huge bald spot on one of my tires along with abnormal wear along the outside. Better than finding a bald spot on your head. -------------------- 2001 Miata LS 5-speed
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Jul 27, 2013 - 12:19 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Mar 6, '12 From Brisbane, Australia Currently Offline Reputation: 6 (100%) |
Today I lost my first drag off from the lights :'( (I don't race, just full throttle launch it from every traffic light I get to the front of ).An old guy with his mate in the car saw this behavior and floored his 3.5L V6 Toyota Aurion (bigger Camry) at the next set of lights.... I had him up until about 60km/h (no chirp - i was being sensible to start off with) but then my manual advantage dwindled and his giant engine won 
-------------------- SOLD :( 1997 ST204 Celica ZR -----> See it here on 6GC! 2013 October Celica of the Month XD Now: '00 NB8B Mazda MX5 -----> See it here in off topic! |
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Jul 27, 2013 - 2:31 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Feb 23, '12 From Warrior, AL Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
QUOTE (JoshuaM @ Jul 27, 2013 - 12:19 AM) Today I lost my first drag off from the lights :'( (I don't race, just full throttle launch it from every traffic light I get to the front of ).An old guy with his mate in the car saw this behavior and floored his 3.5L V6 Toyota Aurion (bigger Camry) at the next set of lights.... I had him up until about 60km/h (no chirp - i was being sensible to start off with) but then my manual advantage dwindled and his giant engine won BAN HAMMER FOR STREET RACING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See, this is why I need a Supra again. Not for street racing, really just shame on you, but for the fact than grandpas and soccer moms don't blow your doors off. I'm sure unlike Ferdi you're more than capable of detecting the air of facetiousness in my comments, but just in case I'm just giving you a hard time. BECAUSE I CAN. Also... You were beat by a gay couple in a fancy Camry, heh heh heh... Our differentiation in the term "mate" makes it more amusing for us in the states. This post has been edited by Box: Jul 27, 2013 - 2:39 AM -------------------- 2001 Miata LS 5-speed
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Jul 27, 2013 - 2:48 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Feb 23, '12 From Warrior, AL Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
I wasn't aware of it, but apparently our car did Pike's Peak as well:
-------------------- 2001 Miata LS 5-speed
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Jul 27, 2013 - 2:50 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Mar 6, '12 From Brisbane, Australia Currently Offline Reputation: 6 (100%) |
WOOO... I CAN OPEN MY FUEL FILLER CAP AGAIN!!! Second time I have had to pull the seat out to get to the mechanism to fix it in 18 months -.- Added some silastic this time to make it stick! QUOTE (Box @ Jul 27, 2013 - 3:31 AM) BAN HAMMER FOR STREET RACING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See, this is why I need a Supra again. Not for street racing, really just shame on you, but for the fact than grandpas and soccer moms don't blow your doors off. I'm sure unlike Ferdi you're more than capable of detecting the air of facetiousness in my comments, but just in case I'm just giving you a hard time. BECAUSE I CAN. Also... You were beat by a gay couple in a fancy Camry, heh heh heh... Our differentiation in the term "mate" makes it more amusing for us in the states. Its not really racing if its just how I drive, irrelevant of everybody else... right? And yes, I assume everything next to your name is sarcastic unless indicated otherwise Bahahaha, I forgot about that slang Next year in the states will be fun And I would be depressed about this fact.... EXCEPT MINE IS STILL FASTER THAN YOURS!!! Tehe
-------------------- SOLD :( 1997 ST204 Celica ZR -----> See it here on 6GC! 2013 October Celica of the Month XD Now: '00 NB8B Mazda MX5 -----> See it here in off topic! |
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Jul 27, 2013 - 3:06 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Feb 23, '12 From Warrior, AL Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
Only by a second to 60, and it's not worth the trade off in fuel efficiency. Yours is a much nicer colour though, I'll give it that.
Just wait until I have a Supra again, muwahahahaha. I still have a lot of parts for them, it wouldn't make sense if I didn't get one. Besides, I really want to have my first car again before it's too late.
This post has been edited by Box: Jul 27, 2013 - 3:07 AM -------------------- 2001 Miata LS 5-speed
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Jul 27, 2013 - 7:33 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Mar 6, '12 From Brisbane, Australia Currently Offline Reputation: 6 (100%) |
QUOTE (Box @ Jul 27, 2013 - 4:06 AM) Only by a second to 60, and it's not worth the trade off in fuel efficiency. Yours is a much nicer colour though, I'll give it that. Just wait until I have a Supra again, muwahahahaha. I still have a lot of parts for them, it wouldn't make sense if I didn't get one. Besides, I really want to have my first car again before it's too late.Whatever helps you sleep at night And I don't get why you guys complain about fuel so much.... I pay $6.50 per gallon here (often more) and just floor it and deal with it (..... 22.5 MPG )And I like silver.... but I really wanted a red one...... So can you legit pick up the exact car, or just same model? -------------------- SOLD :( 1997 ST204 Celica ZR -----> See it here on 6GC! 2013 October Celica of the Month XD Now: '00 NB8B Mazda MX5 -----> See it here in off topic! |
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Jul 27, 2013 - 1:23 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Feb 23, '12 From Warrior, AL Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
I'm not complaining about petrol, I just said mine gets better. Much better than you apparently.
 35>22.5 My uncle has had nine 6GC's with a mix of ST's and GT's and even he says it's not worth the drop in fuel efficiency. Then again his 5S model of choice is Mister Two. Let's trade paintwork then, magically! Won't be the exact same car, I'd hate to think of what ended up happening to it... It seems though more and more of them are being desecrated as time goes by. It's hard now to find one that hasn't been mucked around with. I want a car that's stock so I don't have to fix, as many, mistakes made by idiots. That and if it's been heavily modded you know they dogged the Hell out of it. -------------------- 2001 Miata LS 5-speed
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Jul 27, 2013 - 5:19 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Feb 14, '09 From Mid West Currently Offline Reputation: 7 (100%) |
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Must compliment Box....--- Celica looks realy nice all cleaned up, waxed, & shiney!! GOOD JOB!! |
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