This page: My MR2 blog / Page 1: Current pics & info / Page 2: Old Stuff / Page 4: Technical info

Sep 5, 2009: Replaced headlamp lenses with Raybrig lenses, replaced JDM headlamp bulbs with Philips H4 4000K white/blue bulbs, replaced foglamp bulbs with Philips H3 4000K white/blue bulbs.
Aug 7, 2009: Changed engine oil (Silkolene Pro S 5W30 100% synthetic, oem oil filter) @ 70000mi
Jul 25, 2009: Replaced spark plugs with NGK copper colder grade 7s @ 70000mi
Dec 21, 2008: Replaced front ball joints and tie-rod ends, Prothane polyerethane bushes
Aug 30, 2008: Replaced spark plugs with NGK copper colder grade 7s @ 64600mi
Jun 19, 2008: Replaced front suspension
Jun 10, 2008: Changed engine oil (Fuchs 5W30 100% synthetic, oem oil filter) @ 63300mi
Jun 6, 2008: Replaced ignition coil @ 63100mi
May 11, 2008: Replaced distributor cap and rotor arm @ 63000mi
Mar 26, 2008: Fitted uprated brass gearshift linkage bush kit
Mar, 2008: Removed downpipe and refitted Cat to pass emissions test
Jan 24, 2008: Replaced brakelines with Goodridge braided brakelines, replaced front brakepads, refurbished front brake calipers
Dec 13, 2007: Replaced spark plugs with NGK copper colder grade 7s @ 59000mi
Dec 12, 2007: Fitted downpipe
Dec 4, 2007: Fixed coolant leak, replaced rear tyres, fitted new flat wiper blades. Received new Hyper SR downpipe (de-cat)
Oct 7, 2007: Modified CarPC boot-up logos, improved boot-up and response times. Added more pics to page 1
Oct 4, 2007: Fitted new front fog-lights
Sept 30, 2007: Replaced single-filament rear inner bulbs/holders with dual-filament ones
Aug 30, 2007: Replaced Magnecor ignition wires with new Toyota ones, replaced distributor cap and rotor arm.
Aug 12, 2007: Replaced front bumper & lower lip, replaced JDM indicators with blank strips
May 21, 2007: Replaced fuel cap
Apr 25, 2007: Fitted MOMO Jet steering wheel, MOMO hub kit.
Apr 16, 2007: Added new pic with open boot, used 10k boost engine cleaner.
Apr 7, 2007: Changed gearbox oil (Redline MT90) @ 55580mi.
Apr 6, 2007: Removed Apexi S-AFC, S7 AC Invision EL boost gauge, S7 AC Invision EL Air/Fuel gauge, and A-pillar gauge pods x2
Mar 27, 2007: Changed engine oil (Motul 300V Chrono 10w40 100% synthetic, TRD oil filter) @ 55500mi.
Mar 24, 2007: Fitted red (USA Spec) rear lense corners.
Mar 17, 2007: Ordered some new parts from Toyota inc new rocker cover gasket/bolt/washer set, Thermostat, dizzy cap gasket, and a pair of red (USA Spec) rear lense corners.
Feb 18, 2007: Checked ignition timing (correct) and for ECU error codes (none).
Feb 11, 2007: Fitted new clear front indicators, added Technical info to page 4 .
Jan 30, 2007: Updated to-do list.
Jan 26, 2007: Fitted chrome GReddy/Trust oil cap, updated to-do list.
Jan 16, 2007: Replaced all 3 handbrake cables, replaced air filter with Apexi induction kit, changed blog date format.
Jan 2, 2007: Rear brake caliper strip-down & overhaul (inc. piston seals) completed.
Dec 28, 2006: Updated to-do list.
Nov 4, 2006: Replaced rubber bushes for gearshifter mount with aluminium versions.
Oct 14, 2006: Replaced rear brake caliper sliders & rubber boots.
Sept 22, 2006: Alpine amp installed and CarPC now works 100%, added frunk pic and 2 night interior pics
Aug 27, 2006: Removed JBL GTO6000 1100W 6-channel amplifier from to-do list and replaced with Alpine 2-channel 250W amp, updated to-do list.
Aug 26, 2006: Fitted new Lambda sensor.
Aug 12, 2006: Fitted my new exhaust. The turbo spools quicker and about 200 or 300rpm earlier, and seems to pull harder now. It has a real deep tone outside and while it's idle and you're in the car you hardly hear it, open up the throttle and it gets very loud!! Very pleased >:D
Aug 11, 2006: Received new exhaust direct from manufacturer.
Aug 8, 2006: Blueflame performance exhaust should arrive in the next few days.
Aug 1, 2006: Fitted TRD rear strut brace.
Jul 24, 2006: Added more interior pics.
Jul 22, 2006: Added gauges night pic (air/fuel gauge is not yet connected to sensor).
Jul 11, 2006: Fitted Front Bonnet Dual Hydraulic Gas Strut Kit.
Jul 3, 2006: Removed Sony headunit, fitted 8" touchscreen, connected CarPC (MP3/DVD/Sat-nav).
Jun 27, 2006: Fitted Cusco front strut bar, updated to-do
Jun 5, 2006: Fitted cold air intake pipe.
May 16, 2006: Updated to-do.
May 13, 2006: Fitted Aluminium dash trim, added pics.
Apr 28, 2006: Added 2 more pics.
Apr 23, 2006: Fitted Work 16" split-rim wheels.
Apr 21, 2006: Updated to-do list, added 2 engine bay pics.
Apr 9, 2006: Installed RamAir panel filter, TRD Radiator cap, changed oil (Motul 300V Chrono 10w40 100% synth, TRD oil filter), magnetic sump plug.
Apr 5, 2006: Added 7 more pics.
Mar 29, 2006: Fitted Revo DAB digital radio tuner, added engine bay pics.
Mar 26, 2006: Added interior pics, updated mods/to-do lists
Mar 16, 2006: Fitted Apexi S-AFC, S7 AC Invision gauges, A-pillar gauge pods, updated to-do list.
Feb 17, 2006: Updated to-do list, info.
Feb 6, 2006: Fitted HKS SSQV BOV.
Feb 2, 2006: Replaced Distributor Cap, Rotor Arm, changed to Magnecor ignition Leads, HKS colder grade spark plugs.
Jan 29, 2006: Replaced faulty Alpine comp speakers with Kenwood KFC-P505ie components, fitted mesh radiator grille, updated To-Do
Jan 10, 2006: Replaced gearknob.
Jan 8, 2006: Updated to-do list (quad headlamps, gearknob, exhaust), added pic.
Jan 1, 2006: Updated to-do list (BOV, rims), added poll, uploaded pics.
Dec 23, 2005: Fitted carbon fiber wing, updated to-do list.

Money spent on mods: approx £3100 (USD$6000)

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