garethr

I think we may be confused with our "types". Type-IV (T-IV) is an ATF that is specifically for Toyota/Aisin Warner automatic gearboxes. It superseded Type-II and Type-III, which are no longer available. Dexron was originally an ATF for General Motors (GM) gearboxes. Dexron 3 superseded Dexron 2 which superseded Dexron. I'm not getting into the discussion about which to use, though... (except to say that it's marked on the dipstick).

Also double check where it's actually coming from. Although, as you might assume, my old Soarer leaked from the gearbox/sump joint, on my GS one of the hard pipes for the transmission cooler corroded (admittedly it's done a lot of miles year round in all weathers, unlike most Supras).

Same part number for all models according to the EPC. (and you have a PM that might help in the future)

Not if you use the stronger early (1991/2) Soarer 1UZ. The emissions test is based on whichever is earlier, engine or chassis. There are plenty of V8s in Australia and the USA running the W58. Check Club Lexus and the Australian Soarer forums (ALSC and Soarer Central). Since you have to do a conversion anyway, you could also consider the 6-speed out of a 350Z (preferably the later box - code "CD009").

Australia. IIRC some Aussie Chrysler Valiants were officially imported in the early '70s. I think there were some RHD Ford Falcons over here as well. Possibly South Africa?

It's been holding the car together... Does she drive across a beach every day? It's not worth spending money on repairing that. It would be easier to buy a decent cheap GS and do a swap.

MVATF is the Dexron 3 equivalent. http://www.commaoil.co.uk/productsguide/view/6/180

W5something. You can tell by the three closely spaced ribs on the top left. Gearlever position is wrong for a Mk3 Supra (MA70) W58. From a Mk2 (MA61) perhaps?

http://www.motinfo.gov.uk/htdocs/m4s01000401.htm Lamps incorporating a side repeater are marked either with an ‘E’ mark in a circle or an ‘e’ mark in a rectangle above which is a number 5. However, some vehicles are fitted with a wraparound lens with no European approval markings. These can be tested by standing approximately 1000mm to the side of the vehicle’s rear bumper with the indicator on. If amber light can be seen coming through the front lens (not a reflection) this is acceptable.

Depends on the diameter of the pistons. EDIT: Apparently the Nissan calipers have 40.4mm pistons. "J-spec" Supra calipers have 44.4mm pistons, so the S14 calipers on the same discs would be a downgrade.

This thread is useful already. Looked up Pro Garage, and they are just round the corner... could be handy.

Plenty of Aussies and Yanks running Soarer V8s and SC400s on W58s. Check Club Lexus and the Australian Soarer forums, and Lextreme.

If the high temperature performance isn't needed you might be better off with DOT 3 because, IIRC, DOT 4 and 5.1 are more hygroscopic and would have to be changed more frequently.

Just down the road from me. Used to use one of the garages in Bitton (the one on the right as you head towards Bath) until my mate sold it and moved to Kingswood.

Exactly the same - ET50. Always remember, the Supra is just an Aristo engine in a Soarer chassis.

I have Supra N/A shocks and springs on one of my Soarer TTs, so they are interchangeable. I don't think you can mix and match springs and shocks. Unfortunately, I didn't measure the ride height before the swap, so I can't tell you if there is any difference. A full set of new KYBs for the Supra is only about 200 quid, though.

If all else fails, Toyota part numbers: BOLT, UNION, NO.1 90401-12009 GASKET(FOR UNION BOLT NO.1) 90430-12026 BOLT, UNION, NO.2 90401-12009 GASKET(FOR UNION BOLT NO.2) 90430-12026

That's weird. last night I thought the price was a little low , so I went through their menus again, with the same result. However, this morning I always get the other one, no matter what I try. Sorry about that.

http://www.carbibles.com/tyre_bible_pg4.html#ixzz2N0jndtgM Aspect Ratio and Rim Width Aspect ratio is the ratio of the tyre's section height to its section width. The aspect ratio is sometimes referred to as the tyre 'series'. So a 50-series tyre means one with an aspect ratio of 50%. The maths is pretty simple and the resulting figure is stamped on all tyres as part of the sizing information: aspect ratio = section height / section width The actual dimensions of a tyre depend on the rim on which it is mounted. The biggest variable is the tyre's section width; a change of about 0.2" for every 0.5" change in rim width. The ratio between the section width and the rim width is pretty important. If the rim width is too narrow, you pinch the tyre in and cause it to balloon more in cross-section. If the rim width is too wide, you run the risk of the tyre ripping away at high speed. For 50-series tyres and above, the rim width is 70% of the tyre's section width, rounded off to the nearest 0.5. For example, a 255/50R16 tyre has a design section width of 10.04" (255mm = 10.04 inches). 70% of 10.04" is 7.028", which, rounded to the nearest half inch, is 7". Ideally then, a 255/50R16 tyre should be mounted on a 7x16 rim. For 45-series tyres and below, the rim width is 85% of the tyre's section width, rounded off to the nearest 0.5. For example, a 255/45R17 tyre also has a design section width of 10.04" (255mm = 10.04 inches), but 85% of 10.04" is 8.534", which, rounded to the nearest half inch, is 8.5". Ideally then, a 255/45R17 tyre should be mounted on an 8½x17 rim. Source: ETRTO Design manual. Yokohama Tyres

According to the EPC, the same part is used on: JZS147 GS300 MR2 with 3S-GE UCF10 and UCF20 LS400 http://www.buypartsby.co.uk/buy/LEXUS/GS300/3.0/1994/__/112/engine/ignition/ignition-parts/

OK... I was wondering if it was much more difficult (or even impossible) to register a car that doesn't have European type approval.

You need a proper penetrating fluid for corroded fasteners... something like Plus Gas. WD-40 just has the best marketing. (Although even that probably wouldn't have worked on those alloy threads.)

Does the value depend on whether it's European spec or North American spec?

Mk1 GS300 (JZS147) only.

In spirit, although I've been in Bristol (trying to bring civilization to the English ) for years, and it's a Soarer not a Supra... So almost a Supra, and almost South Wales.