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It means the turbo is putting out boost, you ninny

I wouldnt paint it, thats pretty permanent. At the least it will take some harsh chems to get it off. I use the Dot Matrix Static Cling stuff on my back and side windows of my Mazda truck. Its stayed on for years and does ok blocking the sun. They also make the solid type stuff also.

Jeez, that brings new meaning to the term "jet lag". Hope things go better on the way home Ed. Whats winter like down there?

Thanks Gabe for the info. Heres a link to a site that sells the covers. And they are not cheap GTS Light Covers

It doesnt sound like you are in the USA, so any prices we give might be irrelevent to you. I would suggest looking for a donor car, I think a 85 - 89 wagon would even work for you. You can use the front fenders for direct replacment, but you will need to cut out sections from the rear quarter panels to replace the old rusted ones.

Looking sharp, now we know why you havent been around for a while. One question tho, where did the headlight covers come from? Only got one?

Ah yes, the ghetto anti-theft device. Lift hood, pull coil wire, close hood But realistically, a ignition interrupt switch is easy to install. Preferably a high amp switch, hidden under the dash is best.

You may have had it right the first time. When the passenger side cam mark is straight up, there will be 3 small lines showing on the flywheel. These are not the timing marks, those are about 90deg to the right. Once you have this belt on and lined up you need to rotate the crank so the pass cam is pointed down. Now with the drivers cam mark pointed up, put on the belt. After your all done, time it with a timing light.

Naw, no need to rub your nose in it. Just looking at what you did to your 1st car in less than a month is punishment enough

Kinda glad you didnt buy my 84 coupe now :-\ You'll learn, its only money

The jiggle pin is a small loose piece of brass that sits on the flat part of the Tstat. It allows air in the system to escape.

The only times it got warm on me was when I was in town and sitting at the lights. You have to turn on the fans when in traffic. The back battery runs the fans, and has a inline fuse close to the battery. That sucks about the caliper, I guess thats from a few years of offroading abuse. It sounds like you might have a HG problem, due to the clogged rad fins. Hard lesson learned You really need to rinse it off when it gets stuffed with mud and junk. Will you have it fixed for the HP weekend?

Yup, the rest of it is on the underside of the XT hood. Altho I did see something like it on Corky's 2dr WRX.

Eh, when they work its great. I guess I'm lazy The one on my 86 T-Wagon hasnt worked since I got it and I still try to make it work. Did I say I was lazy? When the clutch gets worn out, the HH will be a bear to adjust right. Most people disconnect them and then dont reconnect when they put the new clutch in.

Well, I'm going to be hard pressed to get the kids and wife up and at em by 6am, let alone me. I just might take an extra day off (Thurs) so I can get to bed early. Yea right, like I'm gonna sleep

I'll most likely be in that group also. I will be ready at least 2 days in advance Otherwise someone will have to play catch up.

I was lucky, I only had one break and it was stuck in the intake. But of course it broke clean on the head But like Danbob said, it was loose in the head. If there is any threads sticking out and you cant get the vice grips on it, try taking a cold chisel and tapping it at a angle counter clockwise. I've gotten a few out like this.

Ok, I guess I need to edit my second answer I have had a couple folks tell me about this, so its obviously there. Altho I sure have never seen it in the FSM, I guess I need to get better glasses :cool: This may be a feature that only comes on in the first 60K. On all my Soobs, I have never had the light come on for that reason.

First answer - Yes, you need to adjust the cable some more. But not to much, its supposed to be so that at a certain incline the HH will work. So you need to adjust a little than test it. Second answer - Uh no. As far as I know nothing earlier than 90 that has this type of reset. You need to connect the green plug with one wire under the dash, to get the service codes from the ECU. Altho sometimes the color of the connector can be black.

Hmmm, still keeping things in the dark I see :cool:

Whats the scoop on the EA81T engine? Are you doing a stock rebuild or going a little more?

Hey Gd, he's on the "east coast". By saying "lift", he might mean a jack or stand :cool:

Maybe meeting at the Malls on the way down is a good idea. That way others can meet and wait for the rest of the groups coming down. Although SouthCenter is north of me, Tacoma Mall would be better, and its also off of I-5. Theres a few of us going that are south of Seattle and that would be a better spot for us.

I didnt buy mine from Ebay, but I have a cover on my 84 T-Coupe. These should fit your Brat with no problem, and they give you a lifetime warranty to boot The price isnt bad either, $30 is common.

The FP should be under the car in front of the right rear tire. It sits on a little platform to help protect it from road debris. Theres alot of places you can get the FP, so prices will vary. I cant say how much because I have never had to buy one. The reason your key wont work is because when the slim jim unlocked the door it also removed the rod that controls the inside lever to the lock. Its easy to put back on, just remove the inside door panel/arm rest/inside door handle cover and slip it back in the clip. I would probably be most concerned about the timing belts. They must be replaced every 60,000mi, and by changing them you will have peace of mind knowing they are fresh belts. If they do break, it will not harm the engine. But it will leave you stranded untill replaced. Not a hard job to do and I think its in the on line repair manual. Welcome to the Board.