Inching ever so close to the finish line, I find myself realizing that I still have plenty to do to get my 1985 Toyota Corolla SR5 back on the road with its new 1UZ engine swap. Fit and finish may cost me plenty of time and even a little bit of cash but there are those vital systems that I plan on sharing my “to-do” list with you all. What started over six years ago to have a great handling, reliable V8 swapped AE86, has turned into learning more about myself, my car, and about vehicles in general; but this phase of the journey will come to an end this year…that is the goal.
Currently, my car sits in my garage with no fenders, a flat tire, and a bunch of stuff missing that I will outline in my project plan. For the first time since really digging in on my own, I’m using some of the practices from my real-world job and applying them to my old Toyota for all of you to follow in an attempt to have accountability, transparent reporting on pricing and headaches, and as a way to schedule some content so readers/viewers can follow along. Let’s dig into what’s left and what I’m starting on next.
Color Key:
Green- Easy to do as a standalone process
Yellow- Requires other steps to be completed first
Red- Final steps
Completed
Engine:
Install intake manifold with new gaskets
Install cam angle sensors
Buy intake filter: https://www.bmcairfilters.com/en/products/air-intake-systems-car
Buy intake tubing: https://www.airaid.com/tubes.html
Install new intake setup
Make lines and brackets for oil cooler
Install oil cooler
Fill with oil
Drivetrain:
Install slave cylinder- https://www.autozone.com/drivetrain/clutch-slave-cylinder/p/duralast-clutch-slave-cylinder-13231/577901_0_0
Install a custom clutch fork or purchase one from a Hilux- https://www.ebay.com/itm/324120178797
Get the driveshaft cut to size
Install driveshaft
Fill diff
Fill transmission
Brakes:
Install rear T3 BBK - Watch Here: https://youtu.be/XTQaJOqAwtg?si=WigCKEG9Ww0KngY_
Install e-brake cables
Purchase/make hard line
Fill brake fluid
Electrical:
Install engine harness
Create harness for alternator and starter
Wire up fuel pumps
Buy LED bulbs all around- https://www.superbrightleds.com/vehicle/?find=1986-toyota-corolla-6517348&sid=AIHjzhivkS
Relocate fuse box
Buy battery- https://www.summitracing.com/parts/brl-b2015
Install battery with a new positive cable
Fuel:
Buy/Install fuel rail plugs: m12 x 1.25 m14 x 1.5
Set FPR
Add fuel
Interior:
Weld accelerator bracket
Install gas pedal cable
Install speedo cable
Install carpet velcro pads
Secure dash board
Install remaining interior panels
Cooling:
Buy expansion tank canton racing
Buy coolant reservoir summit racing
Buy a passthrough radiator cap summit
Create fan shroud
Create/buy radiator mounts
Install expansion tank/reservoir
Install radiator
Fill with coolant
Exterior:
Fix and reseal 3D printed headlight duct
Use Bondo to fix cracks on fenders
Paint fenders
Install fenders
Install side skirts
Paint front lip
Install front lip
The list is pretty long but I plan on updating this post as a live document and creating some sort of media to install all of this stuff. Can I wrap all of these line items up before summer? Time will tell, but it’s time to get to work on making my dream a reality. Follow along and keep an eye open on YouTube and Instagram for what’s in store.
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