Forum: performance & modifications
04-05-2021, 11:13 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 17,556
brakes !!!
Hey guys , well my situation was different. I swapped a 7mgte into my 240 wagon and the original brake /booster system would not fit ,so I had to do some searching and after 2 years my brakes would...
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Forum: performance & modifications
04-05-2021, 10:57 PM
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Replies: 88
Views: 61,519
wagon
hey thanks means a lot!!! A lot of coworkers pass by to look at it and i get a lot of complements and jaw dropping looks when i pop the hood :) and see a supra six banger.
Seeya
DZ:lol:
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Forum: performance & modifications
04-01-2021, 11:12 PM
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Replies: 88
Views: 61,519
back from a while !!!!
HEy Guys , The wagon is been running since November. I have still to make lotta adjustments like the rear suspension thats hard as a rock. Also Im re-engineering the driveshaft cause the factory one...
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Forum: performance & modifications
03-02-2021, 12:17 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,491
brakes
Hey 2turbotoys thanks , but it was actually fun and very rewarding to know they really work. I havent really tested it yet cause of an unbalanced driveshaft , but they lock up, no abs pump. See ya...
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Forum: projects & restorations
02-28-2021, 12:47 AM
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Replies: 60
Views: 49,177
spot welds.
Hey , nice build. When I was doing my supra 6 cyl swap,I decided to drill trough the spot welds and put nuts and bolts in it. It was so much easier to slide the engine / trans combo in one shot,...
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Forum: projects & restorations
02-28-2021, 12:23 AM
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Replies: 97
Views: 67,087
shifter !!!!
hey nice shifter. I swapped a 7mgte / r154 supra in my 240 volvo wagon. I also had a closer shifter position, so i was able to solve it with a mustang manual lever.Good luck in your mod. Take care. ...
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Forum: projects & restorations
02-26-2021, 12:18 AM
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Replies: 213
Views: 181,548
Shifter!!!
Hey nice job!!!! question, Where did you get that shift boot? I made mine 5 spped and I need a boot just like yours cause the one I have does not cover the gap left by the auto lever assembly. Thanks...
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Forum: performance & modifications
02-22-2021, 09:37 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,491
brakes!!!
Hello Mate , Well I used a whole bunch of things . kinda Frankesteined it. I re-drilled the rotors for a Nissan, Toyota , Lex , Mitsubishi pattern. I used Lugs from a US Chevrolet Model , rotors from...
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Forum: projects & restorations
02-09-2021, 10:57 PM
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Replies: 136
Views: 112,411
DBAG!!!!
So glad the altercation have been resolved . Now that chapter is now in a clean sheet, You can breathe again and continue your endevour.
Seeya DZ :)
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Forum: projects & restorations
02-06-2021, 08:18 PM
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Replies: 136
Views: 112,411
dushbag!!!
I hope something is recorded. Actually yesterday I was in my way to work in a single lane and a Honda CRV was doing 23 on a 30 mph route. Well I said to myself , no problem I still got time. Once the...
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Forum: projects & restorations
02-06-2021, 07:59 PM
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Replies: 136
Views: 112,411
Mangled !!!!
Oh geee so sorry about that . Thats why I am purchasing a cam for the wagon. Here in Chicago people really drive stupid and good thing i have heavy duty brakes and a reinforced front bumper assembly...
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Forum: projects & restorations
01-28-2021, 10:53 PM
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Replies: 257
Views: 308,019
Rear suspension
Hey !!! thanks for the info. Im trying to get a driveshaft that I have from a toyota t 100 shorten and then taking it to a shop for balancing. I need to get a 1310 - volvo uni joint to keep the...
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Forum: projects & restorations
01-26-2021, 11:13 PM
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Replies: 257
Views: 308,019
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Forum: projects & restorations
12-22-2020, 12:24 AM
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Replies: 50
Views: 33,613
Sandblasting !!!!
Luckily my engine bay is pretty clean. I kinds took advantage when I had the 4 banger out of the bay to prepared it for the L6 Supra engine. Just gotta fix the infamous battery spot that we all know...
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Forum: projects & restorations
12-20-2020, 01:32 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 33,613
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Forum: projects & restorations
12-14-2020, 06:45 PM
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Replies: 688
Views: 672,423
Underground Jack
It's been about the most expensive, involved way to put a lift in a garage but I couldn't be happier. It keeps the garage 100% functional when not in use, I still have great access down the middle....
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Forum: performance & modifications
11-23-2020, 02:54 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 8,932
Fan switch
Hey , It might be a little hard to do wiring, but all the ideas above sound good. Just a tip, make sure you have heavy duty gauge like # 8 or so to power the relay and the fan. Also use a fuse...
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Forum: projects & restorations
11-14-2020, 09:54 PM
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Replies: 362
Views: 342,340
Exhaust !!!
Great minds think alike !!!I also did my exhaust just like yours, just that I had to add a second catalitic converter to diminish the emissions . Here it is , https://youtu.be/b-so6-vJ4bE
take care...
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Forum: projects & restorations
11-14-2020, 09:37 PM
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Replies: 175
Views: 240,825
gold paint
Hey , Love the color and how it came out!!!! Amazing build. Im about to get my wagon in the road any day now after 4 years part time build. Covid helped a lot cause i was able to do in a month what...
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Forum: performance & modifications
11-10-2020, 11:46 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 9,128
Hey !!!
Hey I guess no one bothered to give you the proper greeting !!!
Welcome to the "bricks"
Hope you find the info and the support needed for your brick
Take care
DZ:cool:
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Forum: projects & restorations
11-02-2020, 11:47 PM
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Replies: 96
Views: 97,805
steering wheel
Hey , that steering wheel came out amazing !!!!!
I got one 6 hole from an Alfa romeo in the states over 10 years ago. I am using it in the 240 wagon. I did re - enginnered the air bag clock to a...
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Forum: performance & modifications
10-30-2020, 06:39 PM
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Replies: 52
Views: 31,026
Hi , cover .
Hi, I did a g 80 swap in my 92 wagon from a 940. I got the whole bearing set and the cover as well. Both aluminum covers were the same. I believe it will work for you. I didn t have to use mine cause...
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Forum: projects & restorations
10-21-2020, 10:03 PM
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Replies: 362
Views: 342,340
LOL , concern
lol , ok , well now you know the reason why the 7mgte. Yesterday I redid the right side motor mount cause the factory toyota has taken a beat and the engine vibrated at 3500 rpm. I friend changed his...
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Forum: projects & restorations
10-19-2020, 11:51 PM
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Replies: 362
Views: 342,340
7mgte swap
Hey , the engine was a gift back in 2007. I had a cressida and I swapped the 7mge to the turbo 7mgte. It was my test mule. Had the cressida for over 10 years. It rusted out at the rear suspension and...
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Forum: projects & restorations
10-19-2020, 11:35 PM
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Replies: 96
Views: 97,805
Roof!!!!
Nice panoramic view !!! Also the third lite must lit aa far back as a mile, who ever dont see it , must NOt be behind a wheel!!!
Nice handles, I got mine form a range rover discovery.
Keep up the...
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Forum: projects & restorations
10-14-2020, 11:07 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 12,608
weldings!!!
Is that flux core? Thats awesome !!!! came out strong .
I'm using a flux core welder and it does what it is supposed to. Sometimes I need something mig welded, so I take it to work and in my...
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Forum: projects & restorations
10-14-2020, 10:47 PM
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Replies: 362
Views: 342,340
Hibernation
Talking about hibernation, Mine had about 4 years to the date. Bought it 9/15/16, registered her 9/03/2020:-P. Had to pull the oil pan out for a helluva leak repair. I test drove it around the block...
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Forum: projects & restorations
10-14-2020, 05:58 PM
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Replies: 362
Views: 342,340
first start
Nice going !!!!
I remember the first start after the swap!!! best feeling ever !!!
Hope uyou get to enjoy the car before winter hits here
Take care
DZ:oogle:
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Forum: performance & modifications
10-11-2020, 12:41 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,999
brake boster
Hi, Nice set up. Ive been working with a different type of brakes , but is been a pain trying to get the mc to hold pressure. I changed the booster forma toyota corolla nd the nc form a camry 1 inch...
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Forum: projects & restorations
09-19-2020, 09:56 AM
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Replies: 154
Views: 143,656
Blue Jeep!!!
Hey Nice job!!! Everything fits so well. Now the fun begins!!!!
You almost tripled the hp from about 48 to 114. that's a lot of pull for a tractor engine.
I recently got plates for my wagon and im...
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Forum: projects & restorations
09-07-2020, 12:47 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 12,451
Hello from Chicago !!!
Hola , I am from Puerto Rico ( look for it in the Caribbean sea) . Good to see that you got your wish , just like I did with my wagon. Hopefu;;y you get to do your wagon before you are "finnished...
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Forum: performance & modifications
09-03-2020, 08:50 PM
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Replies: 88
Views: 61,519
power making
Hey thanks for watching the videos !!!!
I really cant tell how many ponies will be pushing. I changed the intercooler to a Mazdaspeed aluminum free flow unit and the wastage is an 8psi Volvo unit...
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Forum: performance & modifications
09-01-2020, 11:45 PM
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Replies: 88
Views: 61,519
video update
I got some new vidoes I wanna share with you guys .
Some upgraded tv screens and testing all gears in the transmission
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6y_HHXdchIQ
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Forum: projects & restorations
08-30-2020, 09:19 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 3,140
240 7mgte swap upgrade
hey guys , this are some vidoes as an upgrade of the mods done in the wagon. I still have some details to go and I am working in the a/c upgrade to the 134a system. God willing i will have plates by...
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Forum: projects & restorations
08-30-2020, 11:58 AM
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Replies: 57
Views: 37,978
Nice jack stands!!!!
Hey , well sometimes things don't go as planned. I know the feeling. I've been working in my wagon 4 4 years almost to the day i bought it. Almost done.
take care .:rofl:DZ
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Forum: performance & modifications
08-28-2020, 10:35 PM
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Replies: 88
Views: 61,519
Covid update
Hey guys ,I AM back,dear Lord what a crazy time. I took a month off and it helped to really make some heavy duty updates and finish the rear suspension with a Volvo 940 locker.
Also the entire...
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Forum: projects & restorations
08-23-2020, 07:47 PM
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Replies: 257
Views: 308,019
Moving !!!!
I guess your brick was able to handle the load. RIGHT !!!! lol
Best of luck in your voyage to a new horizon
take care !!!!
DZ
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Forum: projects & restorations
08-23-2020, 01:56 PM
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Replies: 154
Views: 143,656
Blue Jeep
Nice Color!!!
The rims remind me of the 80s when i used to be with my uncle in Puerto Rico in dirt competitions. Those were the days!!!!
Nice job!!!!
Hope is done soon so you can enjoy the hard...
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Forum: projects & restorations
08-23-2020, 01:51 PM
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Replies: 94
Views: 76,613
Fires!!!!
OMG!!!! Os sad to hear all these sad news in Cal. Praying that all this stuff plus covid takes a slower pace so we Tbrickers and the rest of the world can return to a certain new normal
Please be...
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Forum: projects & restorations
08-16-2020, 09:24 PM
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Replies: 42
Views: 45,777
om 606
Hi ,is funny how i was watching this week bout mb om 606
they make a lot of ponnies
hope ALL goes well with your swap
DZ:oogle:
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Forum: projects & restorations
08-02-2020, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 460
Views: 509,025
Hey Amazing build!!!
hey nice job, Ive seen your 240 in the donut video!!!!
Im almost done with my build, A few things more and ready to hit the road, JACK!!!!!
congrats in the Awards!!!
Take care
DZ:cool:
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Forum: projects & restorations
08-02-2020, 01:55 PM
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Replies: 198
Views: 231,356
nice wagon !!!
Hey , glad to hear you got your wish!!!
I am still doing mods in my 240 wagon, hopefully i get them done by September.
Take care and enjoy the build!!!
Dz :oogle:
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Forum: projects & restorations
07-12-2020, 09:40 AM
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Replies: 57
Views: 37,978
Hey , nice wagon!!!
the wagon will love you back for rescuing her !!!!
I know mine will!!!
Godspeed in your project .
Take care ,greetings from the Windy City
DZ
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Forum: projects & restorations
06-28-2020, 10:23 PM
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Replies: 257
Views: 308,019
Windshield@@@
Hey Nice upgrade. I was jst wondering the cost of the new windshield . I am planing to put a new one in mine once is registered. Right now Im doing the front suspension with new shocks and poly...
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Forum: projects & restorations
06-23-2020, 11:36 PM
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Replies: 136
Views: 112,411
alternator
Hi, Have you considered a chevy alternator?
they are dime a dozen and they push 105 amps and 14,5 volts. I used the one from a chevy Savana in my project and it worked fine until i crossed a wire...
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Forum: projects & restorations
06-14-2020, 11:01 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,681
welcome newbie!!!
I was in Maine once like 1984 , Congrats on your new wagon!!!!
Any set of wheels with the right combination of tires will look good on her. I was doing some things in mine like changing the...
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Forum: projects & restorations
06-13-2020, 08:11 PM
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Replies: 57
Views: 27,616
A/c ,
Hey , nice job, question What kind of condenser is that?
aftermarket or form another type of car?
I am trying to decide wether or not I use the original cause is over 28 years old and the car was...
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Forum: projects & restorations
06-11-2020, 10:39 PM
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Replies: 129
Views: 137,026
Blue Volvo!!!
Hey Nice looking 240!!! Im still doing my wagon , but i got the engine running already. I am trying to keep my a/c system, but i have to adapt the compressor form a 850 because i swapped the engine...
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Forum: projects & restorations
06-09-2020, 11:42 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 20,092
Instrument panel.
Hey nice idea!!!! I used digital gauges on mine and the same type of leds for all sort of warning things, the only one different was the battery light , although it was led, I changed the bulb to...
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Forum: projects & restorations
06-04-2020, 07:22 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 7,741
Update
Hey , you are making me go back to the shop and finish my car today, but is a bit complicated because , although is a free space, is kinda far from home. I still gotta rebuilt or clean the alternator...
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