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[Overkill]

e153>s54

why?

LSD

S54 has lsd available. mr2 spyder lsd will work.

but the e series it a much beefier box and can handle the extra abuse better

Bit pricey for the LSD for the S54 if I remember correctly. Whereas you can just get the E153, as you said, handles more power, and comes with LSD.

The only issue I recall from the e153 was axle issues. Which is why I opted for the S54, I snap an axle or whatever, I want to be able to easiely replace it.

That would definitely be a plus, but if I am dropping this into my 10th gen Corolla... will that even be an issue?

[96stgreendemon]

Not all of the E153 transmissions come with a LSD. mine did not, but i bought the open diff E153, and then a LSD. tore it apart and installed the LSD, and in the end it was about 400 bucks to have an e153 with lsd..... well worth it, hell i could sell it tomorrow for well over 600. but i do have an s54 trans if your interested, and it will go cheap

[Overkill]

I have officially embarked on my journey. Took WAY too long to get here, but I made it. First thing I need to do is find and buy a new seat belt. It seems that the seat belt on the driver's side has been modified to be shorter. NO! It is NOT because Im a fat ass! lol!

[Overkill]

This is my celica.

[Overkill]

Could I get a MOD to move this thread to the Projects section please?

[Overkill]

So today I swapped out the original antenna for the Honda S2000 antenna. This was a very simple switch. Below are a few of the links that led me to completing this swap.

http://www.6gc.net/howto/install_s2000_antenna

http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/107-camr...-your-comp.html

http://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showto...49281&st=20

IMO there are a few ways you can do this swap, but I found one that worked best for me. First, I went to the salvage yards and picked up the 2000+ celica model antenna for $20. I bought the Honda S2000 antenna mast from Ebay for $19.75 +3.75 shipping. I took the rear panels off, took the old antenna out, then put the new antenna in. Once the new antenna was tightened into place, I screwed the Honda S2k antenna into the new antenna... done. No glue, No tape, and no splicing wires. The old antenna would not extend, and I dont like the look anyways. The Honda S2k antenna gets better reception and looks way cooler! I think at some point, I will probably put some "loc-tite" on the threads so that nobody can steal my Honda S2K antenna.

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After

[cheela]

wow! that has really been quite a journey and pretty inspiring to see you so determined to get a celica. and looks like the one you got is really clean too. Worth the wait. can't wait to see how this will progress. good luck!

[Overkill]

Thank you. It was definitely worth the wait. I just hit 175,000 miles today.

[saleenvic]

Great looking car,,I'm glad to see you finally were able to pick one up. Sometimes things take time to develop, but I'm positive now that you got one you enjoy it that much more because of what it took to get it. Good luck on your project and keep us updated.

[Overkill]

1st - Admin, Will you PLEASE move this thread to the Project's forum? Thank you in advance.

2nd - I am having some trouble making decisions. I am going to be getting Rotors & Brake pads via ebay in the next couple of days. I am having a bit of trouble on what else I should order. I am 90% sure that I am going to order a Injen Short Ram intake with the heat shield. I have been thinking about getting Exhaust Headers, A muffler (and take it to a muffler shop for the piping), JDM tail lights, 3 Point Front upper strut brace, Rear Strut Brace, 20mm Spacer, Tinted Windows, JDM Kouki Seats, an SS-III Spoiler, GT4 Front Bumper, ect. ect. ect. ....

There is so much I want to do to my car I am getting dizzy trying to figure out what I want to do. I am honestly thinking about trying to be as practical as possible. I am thinking that I am going to get the Rotors and Brakes, Intake, Exhaust, Spark Plugs, Wires, Cap and Rotor, Change to fully Synthetic Mobile 1 oil (cause I dont know what oil is in there now), and save whatever money is left over for either Window Tint, or paint job. Please let me know what you guys think.

This is the Exhaust Muffler I was considering. If you have better alternatives, please let me know.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/OBX-Steel-Universa...331007201739%26

This post has been edited by Overkill: Sep 4, 2013 - 1:54 AM

[Maggie73]

So today I swapped out the original antenna for the Honda S2000 antenna. This was a very simple switch. Below are a few of the links that led me to completing this swap.

http://www.6gc.net/howto/install_s2000_antenna

http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/107-camr...-your-comp.html

http://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showto...49281&st=20

IMO there are a few ways you can do this swap, but I found one that worked best for me. First, I went to the salvage yards and picked up the 2000+ celica model antenna for $20. I bought the Honda S2000 antenna mast from Ebay for $19.75 +3.75 shipping. I took the rear panels off, took the old antenna out, then put the new antenna in. Once the new antenna was tightened into place, I screwed the Honda S2k antenna into the new antenna... done. No glue, No tape, and no splicing wires. The old antenna would not extend, and I dont like the look anyways. The Honda S2k antenna gets better reception and looks way cooler! I think at some point, I will probably put some "loc-tite" on the threads so that nobody can steal my Honda S2K antenna.

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After

Very nice. Definitely going to have to go this route!

[Overkill]

No one has any suggestions or comments?

[Box]

First thing is to bring maintenance up to date, then I'd say go with tint. I wouldn't bother with paying the extra for synthetic oil, Super-Tech conventional from Wal-Mart will suffice. The Injen short ram is a waste of money, if you just want the sucking sound grab a $30 eBay kit. The only setup that might(strong emphasis on that) gain power would be a true cold air or ram air setup. A header really won't do much, but make for raspiness in the exhaust note. I'd only replace the muffler, if again, you just want the sound. If you really want to replace the OEM muffler I'd look into something that has baffles in it, such as a Flowmaster. Unless you enjoy the bumble bee sound, then by all means get a straight through muffler. For what the strut bars would cost you'd be better off getting lowering springs and new struts. Let's be honest here, you have an economy engine with a slushbox behind it. All you have are looks and handling, so work on the car's strong points. Anything "performance oriented" short of turbocharging or swapping is a waste of money.

This post has been edited by Box: Sep 5, 2013 - 2:55 AM

[Box]

I should also say, don't take any of that the wrong way. I'd hate for you to spend $500 between the intake and exhaust only to end up sorely disappointed. Especially when that money could go towards suspension or cosmetics, and do a lot more good.

[Overkill]

Box - thank you for your input.