[Supras] '89NA -> Turbo swap & Parting out

[Dan Gyoba]

On 23 May 2007 at 9:43, Dan Gyoba wrote:

> It's officially underway.

Progress:

I've picked up my parts.

My 'gasket set' turned out to be a complete overhaul set, so it has abunch of o rings, and all 
of the valve stem seals and things that I was thinking that I might do as well.  I guess that 
explains why it cost more than I thought it would, besides typical Toyota Parts counter 
pricing.

My ARP head bolt set turned out to be a stud set.  I guess I'll just have to settle for ARP 
studs instead of bolts.  (Gee, tough luck, huh?)

I'm just going to put in a Toyota OEM head gasket.  I ran out of budget before getting to an 
HKS head gasket.  I figure though that the OEM gasket should be fine with adequate torque.  
Also, since I'm not machining the head or block (Well, not PLANNING to) I figure the OEM 
gasket might have a better chance at sealing with whatever minor imperfections might be 
present.  If needed though, I have clients with machine shops, and I might be able to ask a 
favor...

The teardown begins Sunday.


Dan Gyoba
'89 NA 450,322 kms, Turbo Swap in progress
http://www.abstractconsulting.com/~dan