Category: MK1

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Engines / MK1
30 May, 2004

Distributor O-Ring

1) Norm: To start with, turn the engine to top dead center (always do this to pull the distributor). You do that by making sure the “0” timing mark on the pulley lines up...

Power Window Issues (Diagnosis) 0
MK1 / Windows
20 May, 2004

Power Window Issues (Diagnosis)

It’s funny that everyone is quick to jump to the stripped motor gear replacement. While that’s usually the cause, it could also be the regulator gear that IS NOT replaceable. I would recommend you...

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Body / MK1
23 Apr, 2004

Side Markers -> Side Repeaters

Here’s a simple mod to update your MR2 to like today’s fancy cars. This will make your side markers flash when your turn signals and hazard lights are on. It will also keep the...

4AGZE Swap Wiring Info 0
4A-GZE / MK1
21 Mar, 2004

4AGZE Swap Wiring Info

Okay… this is going to be long, but hopefully it will help you out. Disclaimers/Notes: – All references are to the way my ’86 NA (manufactured 8/85) were wired. The references are to the...

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20V 4A-GE / Engines / MK1
28 Aug, 2003

20V Blacktop Swap – Wiring

The most time consuming part of the swap. I was somewhat reluctant about doing this swap because I was afraid of the daunting task of the wiring. However, once I got into it it...

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20V 4A-GE / Engines / Exhaust / MK1
28 Aug, 2003

20V Blacktop Swap Exhaust

For the exhaust, you need to decide if you want to use the 16V manifold or the 20V. The 20V manifold is a much more efficient design, however involves more customization that the 16V....

MK1 / Suspension & Bracing
12 Jul, 2003

Replace Ball Joint

Here’s a step-by-step guide to replacing the lower ball joints. The pictures below are with the strut assembly removed as I am doing the entire suspension work at the same time & had just...