Toyota AE86 Levin Coupe, Pics inside

[madmatt]

I've lost the "Microwave" link :S

Will get some pictures tomorrow hopefully
Had a good choice to go over it with a fine tooth comb today to go digging and find any issues - unfortunately I found a few but HOPEFULLY, not too many

 

[MovingShadow]

STREET DRIVEN 600HP SCOOT 26B QUAD ROTOR RX-7 FD3S: https://youtu.be/lOvv-KAM22M

Unless it's anything but this, you should stick to Renault Sport

(thanks to Ghostz for finding this)

 

[oscar]

STREET DRIVEN 600HP SCOOT 26B QUAD ROTOR RX-7 FD3S: https://youtu.be/lOvv-KAM22M

Unless it's anything but this, you should stick to Renault Sport

(thanks to Ghostz for finding this)

this ones for you and ghostz then! this is so silly but you can't help just smiling
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[madmatt]

Mmmmmmm, peri port

Unfortunately, she's been in the ICU with some ECU issues (see what I did there), so I've not have the chance to get it cleaned and out for some pics

It is LOUD, but not Peri port loud and isn't Rotary

 

[madmatt]

Well, this has been quiet...and probably still will be for a while because it has yet MORE issues, but I'll at least give you some pics

So, I bought a 1985 Toyota Levin Coupe (Kouki).
It's had a fair bit of work done to it in terms of rust prevention, added bits and widened steel arches.

Spec
Engine
4AGE 20v Blacktop (97 Spec)
80mm Velocity Stacks
S-86 Engineering Distributor Relocation Kit
Magnecor KV85 HT Leads
HKS Exhaust Manifold
Unknown Stainless Exhaust
Unknown Catch Can

Drivetrain
Unknown Clutch (strong engagement)
T50 Gearbox
TRD 2 Way Diff

Suspension & Braking
Cusco Front Coilovers + Camber Adjustable Top Mounts
KYB Adjustable Rear Shocks + TRD Lowering Springs
AW11 Manual Steering Rack with Power Steering Knuckles
Unknown Front and Rear Uprated ARB (might be Hardrace but not too sure..)
Unknown Adjustable Panhard Rod
Stainless Steel Braided Brake Lines
Endless CCX Pads

Wheels & Tyres
SSR Longchamp XR4 - Polished, 6x14 et?
Rota Grid V - Black, 7x15 et15 & 8x15 et0, Federal 595RSR all round. 25MM Spacers on Rear.

Interior
Standard Seats
Personal Neo Grinta 330mm Suede Wheel
Epani Racing Titanium Gear Knob
Broadway 300mm Convex Mirror
Sony Aux/Radio Head Unit
Uprated Speakers

When I got it:

Now:

Been a bit of a tough story this one

Picked it up on August 15th. Took a flight out from Edinburgh to Belfast and then drove it from Belfast to Larne for the ferry to Cairnryan, then to Stranraer to tax it and back home to Clackmannan.

It had the annoying mechanical chime over 100kmph which did my head in and a fair missfire from 6.8 to 7.5 and was just running a bit ****.
The power steering rack was completely gone and 2 of the wheels were buckled...good start

Tried to start it on Monday morning and it failed me. 3 Days Driven.
Had an individual COP conversion on the OE ECU which causes load of issues so an engine re-wire, new ECU, S-86 dizi relocation kit and magnecor custom lead set later, she sparked up.

After that, I got the rack pulled out for an AW11 manual rack and the engine started death rattle like a goodun think it was just oil starvation after sitting for too long but who knows, fecked now. Total - 5 Days Driven.

Plan is to get a 20v in to replace the current one and rebuild the current one properly in the winter - Head Cleanup, Cams, Rods, Pistons.

I've got a load of parts waiting to go in it - Shifter rebuild, Cusco Catch Can, Dash Lights, Replacement Switch Plate for heater controls and then I can start enjoying it again

I'll keep this updated as much as I can

 

[James-Hilton]

I really like it. Something different!

 

[madmatt]

Chers James
I like the longchamps but the fitment was pretty weak and wanted some wide 15s, at least until I could look at getting them straightened - one is bent to 10-12mm deflection

A couple of older pics while it was on the XR4s.

Still on COP

Front Tyres (205/50R15 on back)

S-86 Dizi relocation Kit and Blanking plate

Some mesh for a screen in the TB to save it from sucking up too much crap

New Leads

Fitted

Grill Polished

 

[MovingShadow]

Oh I like this one! Oldskool Jap!

 

[madmatt]

Oh I like this one! Oldskool Jap!

Cheers Shadow
I look forward to driving the tits off it and get the engine rebuild done in good time too.

 

[GhostZ]

<3 JDM quite nice clean Coupe you got there 4AGE with ITB's is like pure eargasm to me

 

[Twins go]

Oh my christ - that's stunning mate, I can see how you were tempted away from the twingo!

Oscar is going to love this!

 

[flowerpowerdave]

love the engine, had 2 corolla's, wish i cud turn back time, loved redlining 9000!!

 

[AS_BO]

This is absolutely EPIC!!! More pictorz please, love a good kouki!!! This looks like a decent example as well Matt, they all have their niggles, don't lose the faith buddy because these cars are amazing!

 

[singlespeed]

Some mesh for a screen in the TB to save it from sucking up too much crap

Thats got potential to cause more harm than good. Expanded mesh tends to crack at the corners of the holes. Join up a few cracks and you could end up with a piece going through the engine. Assuming that you intend to sandwich it between the body and rampipe, you can probably discount the effective length of the rampipe as there will be so much reflection from the mesh.

tights

 

[madmatt]

Some mesh for a screen in the TB to save it from sucking up too much crap

Thats got potential to cause more harm than good. Expanded mesh tends to crack at the corners of the holes. Join up a few cracks and you could end up with a piece going through the engine. Assuming that you intend to sandwich it between the body and rampipe, you can probably discount the effective length of the rampipe as there will be so much reflection from the mesh.

tights

This was speced tight enough and thin enough to remain flexible and pliable. The holes were punched and then widened and there is a compressive/adhesive layer between the body and the ram pipe.
It ran brilliantly while it was on it

Temporary until I get the ITG Sausage filter set up.

 

[Caz-133cup]

LOVE it!!!! Shame she's been ill though. Hope you manage to sort everything out in time

 

[madmatt]

Cheers for all your kind words guys.

The engine will be with me next Thursday so hopefully have some fresh pics and maybe vids next weekend
A belt change before it goes in and a fluid change once it is in and should be good to go again

I can get back to tinkering.

Priorities once on running:
1. Engine oil, Fuel Filter and Coolant change + Fuel system cleaner/additive. (Replace shnide-no make catch can with Cusco and Braided Lines)
2. Gear shift rebuild, Gearbox and Diff oil change.
3. Alignment.
4. Dashboard Bulbs - Green LED.
5. Diagnose Faulty Electric Mirrors.
6. Replace Heater Control plate (existing one is cracked )
7. Replace Number plate bulbs and reverse bulb.
8. Have wiper arms welded for modern hook fitment.

 

[madmatt]

Got some pics of the damage caused

 

[madmatt]

Cleaned up and wrapped the manifold while it was out the car. Turns out it had been hacked up a bit to make it fit...

Horrible itchy stuff!!!
A combination of Tomei Wrap and DEI Titanium.

Also a pic of some of the parts I've got in/waiting

Love the colour and weight of this - Epmani Racing Ti

To replace my current one as it's cracked to bits

Engine has been bought and shipping is arranged for Monday, should have it by Thursday and running by Friday

 

[singlespeed]

Its safe to say those shells are fooked

How does the 20v motor (if thats what you ordered) compare to the original?