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MK2ENVY · 10-27-2009, 12:25 PM

Alright so I purchased a 91 n/a with supposebly a 93t swap in it. The previous owner told me that the motor had 70k on it but I dont really believe it now after all the issues I've had with the car, either that or it's because it's a swap and maybe it wasnt done right. I bought the car in April and as I was driving the car it started acting up on me and left me stranded on the side of 95. Got the car towed, cost me another $350 after I bought the car for $6,000. The previous owner then came to my house and said he fixed the issue. At that time the issue was the alternator, so since I've had the car I've put a new alternator in it, new Downpipe, new 02 sensor, new speedo sensor, new wheel studs, wheels locks, fresh oil change w/ lucas stop leak sealant, I drained the tranny fluid and refilled with Mobil 1, I put new spark plugs in the car, new headlamps, etc. So i've probably put another grand in the car. After I got the car runing descent (I thought), then it started smoking heavilly, It doesnt smoke while Im driving but If I'm sitting at a light or in traffic it starts smoking pretty bad. I was told that it may be the turbo seals, the o rings, or the distributer cap and motor.

Also whenever I step on the brake pedal the whole dash lights up, I dont know if it's a ground or a short.

AND whenever I try to get on the car it'll choke, like it'll studder and hesitate. The check engine light will come on but the turn back off, I can only ease into it, but if I try to stomp on it or even steadily get into it it'll choke and studder.

FS: 1991 Toyota MR2 Turbo! - VAdriven.com Forums

Above is the original FS thread from when I purchased the car, I was just to tempted but full of regrets now. But I do not want to give up on this project even though I'm having trouble tracking down these issues especially not having the financial needs after spending about $7500.

So if any of you guys can give me any type of advice or something. Another thing I failed to mention is I know a descent amount with cars but geting down and dirty is not my specialty. The most I've done is the downpipe and swapping the alternator which I was very proud of myself when I accomplished that

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Thank you all for taking the time to read my thread and giving your opinions.

10-27-2009, 12:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
MK2ENVY Some Skills Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 70 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader Rating: (1/100% )	Need Help, Smoking issues!!! Alright so I purchased a 91 n/a with supposebly a 93t swap in it. The previous owner told me that the motor had 70k on it but I dont really believe it now after all the issues I've had with the car, either that or it's because it's a swap and maybe it wasnt done right. I bought the car in April and as I was driving the car it started acting up on me and left me stranded on the side of 95. Got the car towed, cost me another $350 after I bought the car for $6,000. The previous owner then came to my house and said he fixed the issue. At that time the issue was the alternator, so since I've had the car I've put a new alternator in it, new Downpipe, new 02 sensor, new speedo sensor, new wheel studs, wheels locks, fresh oil change w/ lucas stop leak sealant, I drained the tranny fluid and refilled with Mobil 1, I put new spark plugs in the car, new headlamps, etc. So i've probably put another grand in the car. After I got the car runing descent (I thought), then it started smoking heavilly, It doesnt smoke while Im driving but If I'm sitting at a light or in traffic it starts smoking pretty bad. I was told that it may be the turbo seals, the o rings, or the distributer cap and motor. Also whenever I step on the brake pedal the whole dash lights up, I dont know if it's a ground or a short. AND whenever I try to get on the car it'll choke, like it'll studder and hesitate. The check engine light will come on but the turn back off, I can only ease into it, but if I try to stomp on it or even steadily get into it it'll choke and studder. FS: 1991 Toyota MR2 Turbo! - VAdriven.com Forums Above is the original FS thread from when I purchased the car, I was just to tempted but full of regrets now. But I do not want to give up on this project even though I'm having trouble tracking down these issues especially not having the financial needs after spending about $7500. So if any of you guys can give me any type of advice or something. Another thing I failed to mention is I know a descent amount with cars but geting down and dirty is not my specialty. The most I've done is the downpipe and swapping the alternator which I was very proud of myself when I accomplished that. Thank you all for taking the time to read my thread and giving your opinions.