Thermostat
Here’s just a short write-up for changing the thermostat.1) Drain engine coolant. It’s quicker to just tear the housing apart without the pain of draining the coolant, but that way is...
Midship Runabout
How To: Clean Throttle Body
It’s a good idea to clean up the throttle body every so often, as the oil vapor in the PCV system condenses on the cooler walls of the intake. This leaves a nice oily...
How To: Adjust the Throttle Position Sensor
Having never done this before and with a faster than normal idle speed, I decided to check out the TPS. First, I checked it out while it was installed on the car. But, then...
How To: Change Water Pump
After a leak that had been going on for a couple months, I decided I would go after changing out the water pump. I also wanted to flush out the entire coolant system as...
’87+ Brake Upgrade
All you need to upgrade your 85/86 to the bigger 87+ rotors are the rotors themselves and the caliper mounting brackets. If you want to go all out for this upgrade, you will need...
How To: Rebuild Front Caliper
I’ll try to go about explaining the caliper rebuilds. However, this was during my suspension rebuild, so some of the pics may look weird… Tools needed: Various sockets and wrenches Screwdriver Rebuild kit ~$20(Toyota...
How To: Rebuild Rear Caliper
List of parts you will need: Rebuild kit ~$30 from Toyota (Part # 04479-17011) Various sockets and pliers Denatured Alcohol Brake Fluid To do a complete rebuild you will also need: Snap ring pliers...
How To: Remove Rotor Dust Shield
ince I’m converting to the 87+ brakes, I need to remove the dust shields. What better time to do this with the steering knuckle off the car! I’m pretty sure you can do this...
How To: Replace Parking Brake Cable
Over time it is almost gauranteed that at least one of your parking brake cables will freeze up & need replaced. The cables run about $50 each at the dealer and that’s the only...
Goodridge SS Brake Lines
Replaced my brake lines with stainless steel braided lines during my suspension project. Ordered them from Nopi. 1) Bleed out as much brake fluid from the system as you can. 2) Remove...