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Convertible GT Tire limitations - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Suspension/Handling/Braking
My '97 convertible had Bridgestone Potenzas on when I bought the car, and I changed them to Kumho Ecsta tires on tirerack.com. They handled better than the Bridgestones, and I was finally able to driv...
Topic ID: 95510 • Post ID: 9965839

Temp Fan Switch - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
My fans were running all of the time between 2013-2014. I replaced the switch located on the bottom of the radiator, and all three fan relays. They still ran all the time. I kept on unplugged through ...
Topic ID: 95316 • Post ID: 9964437

Changed Thermostat ..... Hurray!!!!!! - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
QUOTE (Smaay @ Feb 11, 2015 - 2:50 PM)
just get a kit from autozone and flush it yourself. its not hard at all. once you have clear water coming out, drain the system and refill with 50/50 mix with ...
Topic ID: 95051 • Post ID: 9962553

Changed Thermostat ..... Hurray!!!!!! - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
It might be worse than that. I called the Valvoline oil change place right down the street, and they said a coolant "flush" only takes 10 minutes. I googled flushing machines, and I guess they're usin...
Topic ID: 95051 • Post ID: 9962550

Changed Thermostat ..... Hurray!!!!!! - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Okay.... I'm lazy sometimes. I bought a Toyota thermostat at least a year ago, since my engine was running cold during cold weather. I live in a townhouse community, and didn't feel like bothering. On...
Topic ID: 95051 • Post ID: 9962548

15" or 16" Wheels??? '97 GT 'Vert - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Suspension/Handling/Braking
I had TireRack install the tires before they shipped, so these might be mine now. I'm getting used to it, but maybe that's because the sun is fading....
16" rims would have left plenty of room for eno...
Topic ID: 95018 • Post ID: 9962207

15" or 16" Wheels??? '97 GT 'Vert - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Suspension/Handling/Braking
OMG!!! These wheels are so ghetto when the sun shines on them! They're just too shiney. I went through a parking lot, and couldn't find a single car with glistening silver wheels. Maybe I need to try ...
Topic ID: 95018 • Post ID: 9962205

15" or 16" Wheels??? '97 GT 'Vert - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Suspension/Handling/Braking
Maybe I should've bought the 16" rims.......
Somewhat better than the old rims, I guess.....
EDIT: The blue film on the center cap has to be removed, and it wasn't cooperating.
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Topic ID: 95018 • Post ID: 9962204

15" or 16" Wheels??? '97 GT 'Vert - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Suspension/Handling/Braking
I got impatient, and bought the Andros. They're supposed to be here tomorrow....
http://www.tirerack.com/upgrade_garage/Big...d+w%2FClearcoat
Topic ID: 95018 • Post ID: 9962203

15" or 16" Wheels??? '97 GT 'Vert - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Suspension/Handling/Braking
Speaking of weight, I like these wheels:
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/WheelCloseU...p;association=1
There's a 5lb difference between the 15" and 16"!!!
*** The problem with 15" wheels, is there aren...
Topic ID: 95018 • Post ID: 9962201

15" or 16" Wheels??? '97 GT 'Vert - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Suspension/Handling/Braking
I'm looking for an appearance bump that won't require any other mods, or effect my car's handling (great with 15" rims).
I was looking at something like this:
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/WheelClose...
Topic ID: 95018 • Post ID: 9962198

5sfe build? - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Well.... That's my next project, at least once 5sfe shows a single sign of being tired. Thanks for the info!
QUOTE (955SFE @ Sep 13, 2014 - 4:02 PM)
QUOTE (FrankB2 @ Sep 12, 2014 - 11:20 AM)
My '97 v...
Topic ID: 93691 • Post ID: 9955051

5sfe build? - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
My '97 vert GT has 133,000 miles on its 5SFE engine, and it runs perfect. The car handles like it's on rails, and I sometimes wonder if the V6 would make life a little more exciting. Does the V6 weigh...
Topic ID: 93691 • Post ID: 9955049

Where to buy convertible replacement carpet? - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
Cool! I was wondering if a coupe carpet could be made to fit well enough. My seats are fully back, and I don't think anyone would want to ride in that tiny back seat.
My carpet is still tip top, but m...
Topic ID: 93637 • Post ID: 9954657

Where to buy convertible replacement carpet? - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
I saw a guy power wash a carpet on YouTube, and it worked. Just be careful you don't blast the fibers to shreds. A power washer can remove paint, depending on the model.
Topic ID: 93637 • Post ID: 9954653

Where to buy convertible replacement carpet? - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
I had my top replaced two weeks ago, and the shop told me they could make a new carpet if I ever needed one. They do cars, boats, RVs, tops, upholstery and....carpets. I don't know what it would look ...
Topic ID: 93637 • Post ID: 9954651

New top - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › General Discussion
Haartz is the material used. Robbins seems to have a good rep, and a new top from them is around $550. I think my '97's top is original, so I've been looking.
Topic ID: 91182 • Post ID: 9926205

What TV Show or Movie have you seen a 6GC in? - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Multimedia
I've never seen the show, but stumbled onto some pics from "Operation Good Guys":
http://www.imcdb.org/vehicle_652347-Toyota...ST204-1997.html
Busty Babes and Dusty Drifting.
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Topic ID: 90871 • Post ID: 9923714

TRD THERMOSTAT - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
I gave the dealer the VIN for my '97 GT 5SFE, and they told me a new cap was $35. I don't know the part number, or if there's a difference between Toyota and TRD.
DUH!!! I saw thermostat, and thought ...
Topic ID: 90683 • Post ID: 9921483

my yellow mellow gt4 - 6G Celicas Forums

EnthusiastJoined Oct 25, '12From PennsylvaniaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
6th Generation Celica › My Project
We want pics and lots more details. Yellow is a start, but that's barely touching the surface.
Topic ID: 90682 • Post ID: 9921476
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