Peter Richens

Hi I don't currently have any problem with my Motor or ECU but have tried to read the ECU with two different OBD11 Readers in both cases the devices came back with a protocol error or simply could not read the ECU! I also tested my Daughters Toyota Starlet with one of the tools and it gave a similar error! The question is why! I have been chasing the subject up but have not found a solution yet. From what I can see there are several different protocols in use, trust the Automotive industry to yet again make nothing standard! But it also seems the Pin put of the plug may differ, I guess the question is then what Protocol is Toyota using and what pins are what? It seems the Power pins are correct as the most recent unit I have purchased tells me the correct Battery voltage but still fails to talk to the ECU.

Thanks That information should help heaps. It could be a month or two before I get around to looking at it but any info will help. Regards Peter

Hi My Daughters 97 - non Turbo Starlet has a Dead motor - possibly valves or head gasket, no water in the oil. The car died with a warning light from the ECU but no clue what the fault is - it just died some time after, it was low or out of water steamed a little but when filled back up no water has been lost, but then the motor will not start, it tries and turns over without a problem but only kicks sometimes.... Anyway it looks like the head will have to come off and be looked at, we have got the car back from the mechanic and when I get time will take the head off and look at it... What I was looking for is some information on this motor - workshop manual or something like that, also if anyone has a motor or top end that is in good condition and wanting to send it to a new home please let me know. Regards Peter Richens - VK4FSD Brisbane Australia prichens@iinet.net.au

Hi I need front control arm bushes, upper and lower plus trailing arm bushes for both upper and lower... I have been getting prices that both amaze and terrify ! Yet I see prices for other 4x4's that are not so bad. Also looking for help on the choice of materials.... There also seems to be a series of Polly materials around and obviously rubber Any feedback would be appreciated. Regards Peter Richens - VK4FSD River City 4WD Club Brisbane Australia