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S8S8

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Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
I'm looking at parting out my Celica within the next month or so if I can't sell it as a complete car.
The following parts will be available:
JDM tail lights
JDM projectors and high beams
GT-4 bonnet
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2 replies Topic ID: 90443

Celica + girl = NSFW... - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Multimedia
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Jun 29, '08From DenverCurrentlyOfflineReputation:59(100%)
I hope I'm not breaking any forum rules with this pic...
Normally I wouldn't share this sort of stuff, but after recognising the mighty 6GC I had to share it here.
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38 replies Topic ID: 88570
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
I found this when looking at the TMG website. It's the TTE factory back in 1988 with a few ST165 Celicas and old Surpas undergoing builds.
I'd love to see a similar pic from the ST205 era!
0 replies Topic ID: 84465
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
I went along to the All Japanese Day yesterday here in Brisbane. I was a little late and missed some of the good cars (including a new 86 which Toyota brought along) but I managed to grab a few Celic...
6 replies Topic ID: 84450

Clear side indicators - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Exterior Styling
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Nov 5, '07From New ZealandCurrentlyOfflineReputation:3(100%)
Searching on ebay I can find plenty of clear side indicators, but they're always for the 5th gen and not for the 6th gen.
I know from the outside they look pretty much identical, but does anyone know ...
2 replies Topic ID: 80715

Installing coilovers - where to grease? - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Suspension/Handling/Braking
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
This may be a stupid question, but I've searched 6GC and Google without any luck.
I'm about to install my new BC Racing coilovers, and everything I read online talks about greasing them, but I can't f...
3 replies Topic ID: 80111

KYB struts - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Suspension/Handling/Braking
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
After getting my engine conversion finished the next project is suspension.
I was about to order the BC Racing coilovers, but at the last minute I'm thinking the KYB GR2s may provide better value for ...
14 replies Topic ID: 79838

Front end creaking at low speed - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Suspension/Handling/Braking
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Nov 5, '07From New ZealandCurrentlyOfflineReputation:3(100%)
Since the conversion I've picked up a strange creaking noise from the front end. It happens mainly at low speed, particularly when coming to a slow stop at the traffic lights.
I first noticed it when...
8 replies Topic ID: 79640

Removing drive shaft seal - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Sep 6, '10From Lancaster, CACurrentlyOfflineReputation:1(100%)
What's the best way to get the drive shaft seal out? I'm talking about the one in the gearbox that faces towards the timing belt end of the engne.
I've removed the axle and can stick my fingers into ...
11 replies Topic ID: 79304

Fuse panel and wiring assistance - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Does anyone happen to have a picture of how the fuse panel and wiring goes together under the dash? There are two main panels and a few other brackets.
Everything is plugged in correctly and working,...
0 replies Topic ID: 79281

Beams is in - but won't start - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Nov 5, '07From New ZealandCurrentlyOfflineReputation:3(100%)
I've just finished converting my Aussie ST204 to Beams power using an ST202 SS-II clip, but I can't get the engine to start.
The engine turns over, but won't fire. We're pretty sure the problem is the...
22 replies Topic ID: 79074

Converting normal aircon to climate control - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
I know there's a great thread started by Cavegod on fitting climate control to a non-aircon Celica, but I'm looking to convert a normal aircon Celica to climate control.
Has anyone done this before?
C...
5 replies Topic ID: 78993

Refitting gearbox - having some difficulties! - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
I've fitted the new clutch and machined flywheel, but I'm having a horrid time trying to put the gearbox back on. The shaft is sliding into the clutch disk okay, but something is stopping it from goi...
3 replies Topic ID: 78992

Pulling out the Beams - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
I'm in the process of pulling the Beams out of the clip, but I can't find the rear hook to lift the engine.
Using the pic below (not my engine) I have a hook at the front right (near the VVTi badge) b...
2 replies Topic ID: 78718
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Nov 22, '04From FLCurrentlyOfflineReputation:1(100%)
I know the 6GC is a nice looking car, but I doubt Toyota will ever build another car as beautiful as the 2000GT.
Anyone with a lazy $650k might want to look at this one...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymoto...
12 replies Topic ID: 78694

Beams intake - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 21, '05From Okinawa, JapanCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
My Beams came with the standard intake which I'm planning on using to start with, but is there any/much advantage going aftermarket with a decent CAI in place? I've read elsewhere that the standard B...
12 replies Topic ID: 78585

JDM steering wheel - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Interior/Audio/Electrical/Wiring
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: EnthusiastJoined Oct 21, '05From Okinawa, JapanCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
So my clip is arriving tomorrow, and it has a nice red stitched leather three spoke wheel, which you can see below:
Prior to exporting the clip the airbags were cut open (for safety I guess?) but I'm ...
7 replies Topic ID: 78538

What to look for in a Beams clip - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › Engine/Transmission/Maintenance
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
I'm going to look at an ST202 Beams clip tomorrow morning. They're going to run the engine for me, but I'm wondering it there's anything else I should be looking out for?
I know generally what to loo...
5 replies Topic ID: 78466

3SGE Beams powered Celica - 6G Celicas Forums

6th Generation Celica › My Project
Started: EnthusiastJoined May 9, '09From Brisbane, AustraliaCurrentlyOfflineReputation:0(0%)
Last reply: ModeratorJoined Nov 5, '07From New ZealandCurrentlyOfflineReputation:3(100%)
I've had my Celica since 2005. It's a ZR model which was released in Australia with the 5SFE engine. The ZR came with a few nice little extras like the leather wheel and gear knob, airbag, ABS, crui...
207 replies Topic ID: 78455
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