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Well stated Daryl Another thing that most people fail to do is check that the seat belt is correctly adjusted and is sitting as low on your abdomen as is possible. The ideal placement is across the hip bones nearly touching your legs. If it is across your belly the soft nature of the tissue allows additional internal injuries. Keep it as low as possible even though this may not be the most comfortable until you get accustomed to it.

I am wondering whether it may be something to do with the traction control. (If they are fitted on the Kluger) I was told by a mechanic that late model RWD vehicles use the rear brakes to modulate the trac control. Under moderate to heavy acceleration on wet roads my BF Falcon seems to get what feels like a slight shudder and a barely audible thudding from the rear. It doesn't do it with the Traction control switched off but that just makes driving heaps more fun even though my better half disapproves of the sideways action at the lights.

Hello Simon, I work for an importer of both aftermarket and genuine alternators and starters. There can be issues with some aftermarket units (depending on the origin) which are much cheaper than the genuine. Yes some dealers do use aftermarket ones. Sometimes apprentices have also been known to forget to plug in the harness to the alternator. They may have found that when you returned for it to be checked. But generally these should be a 'plug & play' replacement. Anything can fail though - even new genuine ones. The plug connections should be checked and cleaned before fitment as this may be the source of the trouble. If the pin connectors are all corroded the plug harness might need to be removed and replaced. The listing on the toyotapartseast site has confirmed that the alternator should have a 4 pin squarish looking plug I can't think of much else that will cause an alternator to fail except if it has been through some deep water. Seems electricity and water don't mix well according to sources in the trade. I hope this helps

Hello William This is the first hit on google when I typed Mastercraft tyres http://www.driveaccord.net/forums/showthread.php?t=14681 hmmmmm Gotta add that I have never seen or heard of them before

Train horn sound is maybe a bit much. If you want a really good loud automotive one try the unit off a 2003-5 Holden Astra. Girl in one blasted a guy beside me texting at the lights. Woke me up too.

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Sorry that I didn't think of it from that angle. A bit insensitive on my part.

Really glad to hear you were not too badly hurt. Some people have a lot worse injuries with a lesser crash. How about some pics of the Lux.

Hey Jack The Carina looks awesome with the twin round headlights. It looks as though you have an adventurous spirit to do a major change out like that. BMW lights into the Toyota is certainly a feat worth bragging about. The first pics of the guard cuts had me more than a bit concerned but that has turned out looking OK too. Hope it is still going well for you too Regards Mark

Most manufacturers of disc type horns recommend that you fit a low tone horn and a high tone horn. This makes a better resonance and a sound which travels further and is more clearly audible. I had two of the same Hella high tone horns on a car some time back and it didn't sound very strong at all. Bought a low one and it sounded heaps better. I get annoyed at the horn in my BF falcon. It seems to say 'er excuse me - can I get through?' What I want with a horn is a firm 'GET OUT OF MY WAY!!' Just some food for thought that's not meant to confuse anyone. http://stores.channeladvisor.com/OnlineAutoParts/Items/hf80-2?sck=13902401&caSKU=hf80-2&caTitle=Stebel%20Twin%20Disc%2012%20volt%20Electric%20Horns%20-%20Hi%20%26%20Low%20Tone%20136db

There could be a stone or other bit of debris wedged in the brake caliper or one of the pads. This is a common thing and would be worth checking for. It will be a bit of work for you to check though. Wheels off ETC..

Took the filters off the 18RG sprayed in a bit of fuel and fired her up!! That is a sound that brings a warm feeling to my heart. Next I drove it from the side of the house and reversed it into the garage where the Tonner (Now Sold) used to be parked. Time to begin the journey of stripping it down and getting it ready for the panel and paint it so deserves. Starting tomorrow the interior comes out and then the bonnet, guards, bumpers, doors and hatch etc. This car holds a special place in my heart and I am committed to having it totally restored as a tribute to my youngest son Mitchell who tragically passed away earlier this month. I just wish he was still here to help me finish the Celica that was his inspiration to begin with. I will try to keep you all up to date with the progress. Mark

Hey guys Sorry to break into a conversation so late. I changed the chain in a Mazda MA series engine some time back. I went to an industrial supplies warehouse and asked for 3/8" British Standard Timken (brand) roller chain. It turns out that most Japanese car makers use the imperial chain and sprockets in their engines. It may be the same with the 22RE as well. It should be both cheaper and turn out to be a better chain than anything available from Repco or other suppliers. John I trust all goes well for you

3M products are really good qualiy products but I would be doubtful if the spoiler would stick for long. You would be surprised at the force that the spoiler has to take. I would definately go for the screw-down option.

There is a guy near Beaudesert who does a process called burnishing. Any corroded alloy parts can be restored to a near perfect finish with the blasting that he does. I have had all the alloy parts done from the engine of the tonner engine we did up a few years ago. See the picture below. The timing cover, manifold, alternator shell and a few other bits cost about $75 to get back to looking like new If you are interested his number is 0411 332 834. I can't think of his name though. I trust all goes well for the resto job

Welcome to the club. Can't say I know too much about the late model Toyotas but I feel sure there will be someone out there who is more than willing to help.

Agreed!! Looks untidy

These should be a real buzz. I think there must be a typo there regarding brake rotors being 16" with 17" wheels though. The link in the word 'Sports' to a life insurance company seems rather appropriate. That thing will be lethal.

I hear the sound of distant drumming! Or is the sound coming from a panel shop flaring Rolla guards

Age is not a problem at all. You can't be too old if you can use a poota and get on the net. Welcome and I hope you enjoy the club for many more years to come.

I can feel a mid-life crisis coming on. Getting hot flushes and cold sweats already That is one sweet looking car.

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I was just looking at some old posts and found this. I had a look on the spillige profile but I could not find anything. Has there been any progress made on the Gem? Any chance of an update Judging be the comments back last month I am sure there's more than me who would like to know regards Mark

I really have no idea if the ABS system would be compromised but I am sure that the speedo will be inaccurate due to the larger rolling size of the 50 profile tyre. Starting with the standard tyre size use the calculator on the link below to gauge the correct plus size fitment for the rims. It made choosing the correct size tyres for my wheels a lot easier. http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html Hope this is useful

Hi Scribe Welcome to the club. Hope all goes well for your tripping around. Definate agree with the see Australia first thing. Keep us updated with your progress and the trip. All involved in the club are more tan willing to offer advice and help in any way possible Mark