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That was my FIRST thought Roadrash! I've seen several projects derailed because of failed transmissions. I'm very impressed, speechless even, with the power squeezed out of his 1GFE, but I'll be 5 times as impressed if the tranny holds up. This is exactly why I've delayed modding my Tezza, I'm still uncertain as to the strength of my tranny. For this reason alone I've been considering a complete engine+tranny swap or ... *cough, cough* getting myself another car Keep us all posted tho, I'm really keen to see how well the tranny holds up :D

My weight certificate says 1350Kg. I'm not sure how much fuel was in the tank when it was weighed tho, but I'm certain there were NO passengers inside. So I'll go with the coilovers then, along with decent anti-roll bars - as Mat had mentioned earlier. Hmmmm ... any recommendations for anti-roll bars?

Ok guys, Sorry about the mini-war I started :-) ... c'mon guys, it's XMAS!!!! Hey Mat, I NEVER said I was ordering from the US, I merely stated that I saw them on that site. I havent made a final decision yet as to what I will order and where I am ordering from.. The main reason I was thinkin of this kit is because: 1. I'm seriously considering a 1J - or maybe a 2J transplant..(once the resources are there - financial, avaliability of parts, downtime of vehicle, helpfulness of someone who has done this b4, etc) I own a GT4 that I can use while the Tezza is ungergoing surgery so I am not overly concerned with downtime. and 2. My stock setup is worn...seriously worn...I prefer an upgrade instead of stock replacement parts. I do know I need to upgrade my suspension first, even b4 I think of a transplant, so I thought the coilover kit was a good start .. or am I wrong?

Wassup and Merry XMas!!! I saw this listing at Titan Motorsports. It's advertised for the IS300, but I am wondering if it is compatible with my AS200. Is it?

will ask him these questions, i'll try to persuade him to join the LOC as well ;-) thanks for the input so far :D, esp that one about leaving the key in "run" posn for 6 minutes! :o stay tuned

Hey guys, Was not sure which section to post in, so I'll try here. I have a friend who has a 2002 Altezza GXE10 with automatic transmission. He has a problem which seems to have even the local Toyota dealer stumped. He gets in, turns his key, the engine will turn and turn, but it will NEVER start. :-O Where should he start looking? Thanks in advance...

I've already got the Autronic EMS so I'll be lookin @ the kit MINUS the EMS. I've got a tuner down here as well. :winky:

Seems I opened a can of worms!!! We had a serious 3S vs 1G vote here bit it seems the thread is leaning towards the 1G. Hmmm B) Hey Dave, if I can acheive my HP goals (or come close) with the 1G then I'd happily go that route and save myself the hassle of an engine swap. So keep us all posted!

Mat, Where'd you source your 3SGE? I've been reading up and it appears that the GE is a far easier implant than the 3SGTE. I may need some help

Dave you just had to throw something in here to confuse me didn't ya!!! Was set on 3S route, now you step in here with your 1G plans! You had to leave me in a dilemma didnt ya!!! 1. 3SGE 2. 3SGTE 3. 1GFE Eeeny, meeny, miiiny, mo!

Hmmmm ... where can I find info on HKS's drift car? It looks like I'll go the 3sge/gte route, depending on which is available to me when I begin.

Hiya, I've been deliberating over this for some time now but I can't seem to decide what route to take? I had a Celica GT-Four which was easy & fun to mod, all the way up to 396hp. I'm EXTREMELY tempted to re-use the 3sgte as I know that engine so well. I'm afraid it will snap my gearbox tho I aint too confident in the Tezza's box I was thinking: 1. Keep my 1GFE, get the stronger internals (most likely from Dave @ Prolex), turbo kit and go that way. I can't seem to find much parts for this engine tho (headgasket, head bolts, cams, adj cam gears, etc). Will the stock gearbox take the abuse tho? 2. Use the 3S-GTE, and mod it to my heart's content (huge aftermarket for that engine). :D :P I know my GT4's box held up to 400hp, but can the stock Altezza box do the same? 3. Step up to the 1JZ. I wouldn't mind doing this except that I can't seem to find much info on this engine (OEM and aftermarket parts). Am I looking in the wrong place? 4. The 2JZ. At the moment this option seems a bit too pricey 4 me tho :( What do y'all think?

Hey Chiba, I ordered my English handbook from this site. I believed they translated it from the Japanese handbook. The only key I have is the key with the wireless door lock transmitter. I've never heard of Johnny-Five until now, hmmmm, seems I missed out on some fun, Mr. Jiberjaber!!! Regards B)

Excuse my ignorance, but what is johny number five?

Hmmm ... I guess I'll have to get the # off the door lock. The car was imported (used) from Japan and came with no such tag and only one key. Thanks for your help tho B)