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Originally Posted by suprarx7nut
Well I got the car on the ground and it acts just fine.  Maybe there just needed to be some resistance.
The car runs well now and idles a little high (1000rpm after warm up) but other than that its in pretty good shape.
Current Issues:
-Softball size hole in muffler <<Give me some recommendations! (Patch, new muffler..etc.)
-Needs 4 new tires badly. Current ones have bad flat spots.
-E-Brake cables do in fact move, but ebrakes do nothing to hold the car in place
-High Idle (need to check timing still)
-Heater fan does not work at all
-Stereo Does not work
Any suggestions on the above?
Thanks! 
-Andy |
I would replace the muffler. Depending on what state you live in a patched muffler may not pass inspection. If the hole was caused by rust then a patch wouldn't last anyway.
Tires are a VERY subjective issue. Do you want performance tires which probably won't last long or tires that have good tread life? Here in Texas we have Discount Tire where I can get tires at good prices. Changing the tire size will affect your effective gear ratio, i.e., a larger outside diameter will lower your RPM at speed but it will be more sluggish off the line. The stock tire size is 185 60 R 14. Most of the SCCA Improved Touring drivers stick with that size or 195 60 R 14's.
The parking brake on MR2s actuates the rear brake pads unlike some other cars which have a separate drum brake. I've removed the parking brake from my car but as I remember it there is an adjustment to shorten the cable. You might check to see if the rear pads need to be replaced also.
High idle can be caused by any number of things. First, try adjusting it. If that doesn't work check for vacuum leaks or follow the troubleshooting guide in the BGB.
For the other electrical issues you need to get a BGB or its equivalent. The problem could be a bad fuse, broken wire, corroded connection or bad brushes in the motor (heater fan). This car has fuses and connectors EVERYWHERE!