Odyssey PC680 Lightweight Battery Install (And Relocating the Battery to the Front)
Friday, March 28th, 2008 Posted in Tech (MR2 Spyder) | No Comments »This article serves two purposes. First of all, I am replacing the factory 29+ pound battery in the MR2 with the Odyssey PC680 unit weighing in at a "hefty" 14.8 pounds, effectively creating a 14.2+ pound weight reduction. ...
Project 240sx Overhaul Journal (Day 9)
Wednesday, March 26th, 2008 Posted in 240sx Build Journals | No Comments »Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index I finally finished my "little" test with the MR2 Spyder so back to the 240sx rebuild. Today I sanded, cleaned and rust proofed the steering rack. I also cut the power steering hard ...
News Archive (Jan – Feb 2008)
Wednesday, March 12th, 2008 Posted in Archived News | No Comments »February 28, 2008 The latest install guide (240sx Solid Aluminum Subframe Bushings) is a little different. The kit I used came with a dvd install guide so instead of restating what has already been said, I simply detailed a few ...
Part 2: But Can This Thing Flex 20′s?
Monday, March 10th, 2008 Posted in Project MR2 Spyder (DD) | No Comments »Ok so maybe it will. But I ask should it because this article has nothing to do with flexin' yo' 20's fo da bling blang. Or in the Spyder's case, some oversized 18" rims. Something that I ...
TRD Rear Strut Tower Brace Install
Monday, March 10th, 2008 Posted in Tech (MR2 Spyder) | No Comments »Unlike the front brace on the MR2 Spyder where the trim had to be cut and the spare tire lid removed, the TRD rear strut tower brace requires no modifications. In fact, a 14mm wrench and about ten minutes ...
MR2 Spyder Power Steering Removal (Part 1)
Tuesday, March 4th, 2008 Posted in Tech (MR2 Spyder) | No Comments »Related Links MR2 Spyder Power Steering Removal (Part 1: Try Before You Buy) MR2 Spyder Power Steering Removal (Part 2: The Vented Surge Box) MR2 Spyder Power Steering Removal (Part 3: Disabling the P/S Warning Light) MR2 Spyder Power Steering Removal (Part 4: Summary ...