Im a new entrant to the backroom, though Ive been a visitor for a year or so. I?m also new to the world of older cars. SWMBO sought to rejuvenate my flagging interests by providing me with an old sports car. The first that caught her eye was a red 924. But the elder son told her that was not real Porsche. So I have a grey 1988 Supra. Automatic and not twin turbo but it has all the bells and whistles and has power enough for me. Cosmetically it needs a bit of work. And despite a total lack of mechanical dexterity Im going to have a go myself. I am having trouble finding information on the web. Supra enthusiasts havent provided what I need and the Toyota ditto have not replied at all. So I turned here. Thommo posted a question about a car of similar age, though I note he was not overwhelmed with replies.
I am looking, initially, for a replacement for the trim (rubbing strip?) that runs along the drivers door. Any suggestions as to a source, or how to construct a search will be welcome. References to any sites which offer very basic guidance to the mechanically inept will also be appreciated.
Fortunately I previewed this before posting as I see what effect apostrophes have.
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Body trim and stuff you best off chancing your luck at a breakers yard, check on ebay etc. For parts, Fensport are Toyota specialists and are recommended. www.fensport.co.uk
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Ah, the MKIII Supra. I've just got rid of mine and am missing it already. They are the sort of car which turn those who may, as you put it, possess a lack of mechanical dexterity, into mechanical experts in order to save their bank balances. I had a 1990 turbo and the headgasket went on it - a very common fault on these cars, both turbo and non-turbo. I opted to replace it myself in the end which was quite an experience and also saved me a huge amount of money.
Your number one source of information for the MKIII Supra is the BBS:
www.forum.mkiiisupra.net/
Register, introduce yourself and you'll find some very friendly people wiling to help, and quite a few cars breaking etc. for parts - I'm sure someone would have that piece of trim yuor after.
Another forum is the Smartgroups one - not nearly as good as the above but can make some interesting reading:
www.smartgroups.com/message/listbydiscussion.cfm?g...2
And for a copy of the original Toyota service manual, a parts catalougue and lots of useful tips, visit this link:
www.cygnusx1.net/supra/techtips.html
(The service manual is the link which says "TRSM MKIII Supra")
HTH. Good luck with it,
Ben
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Many thanks, the sites are safely in my favourites folder. I obtained the service manual on CD from E-bay. Only 2.99 I think so finding it free on the web does not hurt too much :-)
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Headgaskets go on these. Ensure that the radiator is in good nick change the coolant regularly (min every 2 years) - be sure to use the OEM 'Toyota Red' coolant from the dealer.
They are fiercly expensive on parts - Parts Direct of Derby can order parts cheaply direct from Japan if they have a VIN number.
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