Help!she Just Won't Go!

Hi guys, i'm a brand new member and i have been pointed in your direction for some much needed help. I've got a 1995 MK1 Aristo, with the 2JZ-GTE engine i believe you guys are familiar with! it's in for some paintwork, and the bodyshop called me to say she won't start:( I've been over to have a look at it and i'm not sure where to start. i can't find anyone who knows much about the Aristo, but i'm lead to believe it's basically an uncool supra, with the same ECU and running gear hope someone can help!

The first thing i did was remove the fuel filler cap, and she gave me a reassuring hiss. i think that's a good thing? I've removed the front coil pack, and checked that we have a spark, so i think the ignition system is o.k. I've also checked all the fuses, and the feed directly to the fuel pump. All is fine. I've tried delivering 12 volts direct to the pump, and she still didn't want to start!!! the tank is reading three quarters, but to check i removed the sender unit. sure enough it's got £60 worth of optimax slopping around in it. The last thing i did was undo the fuel pressure regulator in the front of the injector rail, on cranking i got a 'healthy' spurt. i'm guessing the pressures there, but i'm not an expert, so i can't be sure! no idea what to try next. As far as i'm aware, there is no immobiliser of any type on the car, just remote locking built into the key.

If i have fuel and spark, but no go what do i check next. If anyone can shed any light i'd really appreciate it! gotta go back tommorow and have another look:search:

Cheers guys. Phill

'but i'm lead to believe it's basically an uncool supra'

Lol, there are some seriously cool Aristos on here mate, sure someone with some knowledge will be around soon.. Im useless with engines Lol

Sorry, but you've got a what? Got any pics m8? I'm kinda newish myself.

Thanks Jody. This seems like a Good bunch of peeps, maybe if i take a big hammer to the nose of the Aristo and hammer it into more of a wedge shape, i'll feel more at home with you guys. I must admit, it's quite amusing to unleash 'Supra power' on unsuspecting Subarus, cossies and other such street furniture.

x

Check Ahh Aristo's

One of the few if only 6 Speed manual in the country.

Cheers Jody! Looks a little like a Lotus Carlton, just faster!

Hi guys! Problem Solved. I went back down to the paintshop today, feeling quite negative about getting my ARISTO going. She cranked the same as yesterday, so I disconnected the battery for half an hour as resetting the ECU had been suggested. After staring at the engine for another 20 minutes, trying to convince myself I knew what I was doing, I followed the instructions on how to access the fault codes through the diagnostics port under the bonnet. I found it easiest to run a long loop of cable with a push switch in it into the car. That way I could link the terminals E1 and TE1 when I could see the MIL on the dash by pushing the switch. The light flashed twice a second, which when referenced on the table means ‘NO FAULT’. I started to sweat a bit more. So, back to basics. I got a can of easystart,( which was rusty around the bottom as it hadn’t left the garage shelf since I owned my 1973 mini 1000 8 years ago). And sprayed it directly into the air intake. Nothing. Not a sausage. After removing the coilpack and checking for a spark on cylinder no.1, I thought I’d check for fuel in the cylinder. It was soaked and I couldn’t understand why I had fuel, spark, ECU and No GO. There was one thing left. Check the plug I’d just removed. Sure enough, after cleaning it up and putting it back in, up she fired, with the BLITZ air intake trying to suck in various tools, my tea, and anything in close vicinity.

Just goes to show Check the basics first! I’m still grinning, and feel very clever indeed.

Thanks for everyones help and suggestions, I really appreciate it. I’ll be a regular to this site!

glad you got it sorted. No need to do the wedge thing, we all seem to have a thing for the aristo round here

thought we all had things for Supras.... Untill you need a boot, but dont want to loose your engine...

Hello and welcome O inuendo like one...

If you must have four doors, an Aristo is a great way to go about it.

I love it, No-one seems to have any clue what it is. Jaws just drop as the turbos spool up and it leaves them behind. I'd never seen one when i bought it, only the GS300. It's fast too; does anyone know the official top-end? i'm reluctant to say how quick i've had it (on a private track of course;) ). apart from the twin 4" powerflow pipes, the only sign of it being a 'bit special' are the 285/35/18" dunlops on vortex Rims. REALLY need to upgrade the brakes too. just discs and pads. any ideas? Does anyone know if it's possible to drop it to improve the handling yet not lose the 'Fat Man' Ride quality. I've got a dropped Escort for when i want to shake my teeth out and compress my vertibrae.

xxx

Jody, your aristo looks pretty naughty. mine's standard bodywise at the moment. looking for inspiration. Do-Luck make me grin a bit. does anyone else do anything?

Nice motors aristo's and the do-luck route would be kewl gone the same way with the supe an welcome fella