would like some advice

handheld · 06-15-2009, 08:37 AM

hay guys im new here i have an 86 mr2 non turbo, i got it for $150 from a guy who didnt know what he had, it has 140k miles and is in great condition only problems are fuel pump and small ding in the back rear fender. Now im posting this for my friend because he doesnt have internet but he also has an 86 mr2 non turbo but he has a blown head gasket. Im just trying to get some advice on how i should start this off he wants it done within a month as its his daily driver. basically im just trying to get some outside advice from the guys here at the mr2 site so please any help would be appreciated.

muffinman · 06-15-2009, 10:48 AM

first change the fuel pump and make sure that's the only problem.

Jackstand Queen · 06-17-2009, 12:53 AM

Get tools, get repair manual, get busy.

Do subject searches on this forum about the job, or problem you have. Its unlikely anyone is going to write a step by step procedure to replace a head gasket. But the forum users here, will probably help you with any interesting difficulties you encounter.

mr2parts.net · 06-17-2009, 11:58 AM

You should also know that 1st Gen AW11 MK1 MR2s were never turbo from the factory, some were Supercharged (S/C). There is a huge difference in how both work.

The fuel pump is inside the gas tank. You will have to remove all the underside cover pieces (if you still have them), detach the parking brake from the underside as well as all the hoses and anything else attached. Then drop the tank, preferably with as little gas as possible. A gas pump can range anywhere from $100 - $200 depending on what you buy brand wise and where.

The best way to change the fuel pump is to have some help, a lift and patience. Otherwise, you will need 4 cinder blocks / 4 jack stands and even more patience.

Good luck!

boycelaforest · 06-18-2009, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by handheld

hay guys im new here i have an 86 mr2 non turbo, i got it for $150 from a guy who didnt know what he had, it has 140k miles and is in great condition only problems are fuel pump and small ding in the back rear fender. Now im posting this for my friend because he doesnt have internet but he also has an 86 mr2 non turbo but he has a blown head gasket. Im just trying to get some advice on how i should start this off he wants it done within a month as its his daily driver. basically im just trying to get some outside advice from the guys here at the mr2 site so please any help would be appreciated.

Wait. He wants you to fix is blown HG mr2? or do you need information how to fix yours?

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handheld No Skills Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 4 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	would like some advice hay guys im new here i have an 86 mr2 non turbo, i got it for $150 from a guy who didnt know what he had, it has 140k miles and is in great condition only problems are fuel pump and small ding in the back rear fender. Now im posting this for my friend because he doesnt have internet but he also has an 86 mr2 non turbo but he has a blown head gasket. Im just trying to get some advice on how i should start this off he wants it done within a month as its his daily driver. basically im just trying to get some outside advice from the guys here at the mr2 site so please any help would be appreciated.

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06-15-2009, 10:48 AM	#2 (permalink)
muffinman U-P-G-R-A-Y-E-D-D Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Sunny South Florida Posts: 5,881 Thanks: 53 Thanked 283 Times in 272 Posts Blog Entries: 1 My Google Map iTrader Rating: (2/100% )	first change the fuel pump and make sure that's the only problem.

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Jackstand Queen Cage Fighter Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 840 Thanks: 75 Thanked 64 Times in 60 Posts iTrader Rating: (1/100% )	Get tools, get repair manual, get busy. Do subject searches on this forum about the job, or problem you have. Its unlikely anyone is going to write a step by step procedure to replace a head gasket. But the forum users here, will probably help you with any interesting difficulties you encounter.

06-17-2009, 11:58 AM	#4 (permalink)
mr2parts.net Carbon fiber lover Join Date: May 2009 Location: Fremont, CA Posts: 46 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	You should also know that 1st Gen AW11 MK1 MR2s were never turbo from the factory, some were Supercharged (S/C). There is a huge difference in how both work. The fuel pump is inside the gas tank. You will have to remove all the underside cover pieces (if you still have them), detach the parking brake from the underside as well as all the hoses and anything else attached. Then drop the tank, preferably with as little gas as possible. A gas pump can range anywhere from $100 - $200 depending on what you buy brand wise and where. The best way to change the fuel pump is to have some help, a lift and patience. Otherwise, you will need 4 cinder blocks / 4 jack stands and even more patience. Good luck!