4A-GE (AE86/AW11) Idle Speed Adjustment (Properly)
Like many others, the idle of my AE86 was too high, even when fully warmed up. The engine would idle…
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Category: Corolla AE86
Valve Shim Failed after 60km, Engine f*ked
After my Levin finally passed inspection, and the issue with the leaking clutch was fixed, a friend an I went…
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How to Restore the AE86 Levin Zenki Headlights
The headlights on my Levin were in terrible condition. The adjustment screws didn’t work, the lights were not aligned, and…
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Replacement Gaskets for a Toyota AE86 Fujitsubo Legalis R Exhaust
Recently, I had to remove the Fujitsubo Legalis R catback exhaust from my AE86, and renew the gaskets. The original…
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My AE86 in Japan (3): A Long Way Home
I bought a rusty AE86 unseen of yahoo auctions. The car had been sitting for over eight years, has rust,…
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My AE86 in Japan (2): Desperately Needed Maintenance
I bought a rusty AE86 unseen of yahoo auctions. The car had been sitting for over eight years, has rust,…
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My AE86 in Japan (1): Buying A Car Unseen of Yahoo Auctions
I bought an AE86 shitbox off Yahoo Auctions in Japan, and plan to bring it home.
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The Parking Lot of the Tokyo Mobility Show 2023
In today’s blog post, I would like to share my experiences from the Tokyo Mobility Show 2023. However, it may…
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An Unmolested Toyota AE85 Survivor Hidden in Downtown Tokyo
If you lived in Japan for a while, chances are high that you have been infected by the foodie obsession:…
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Visiting the Largest AE86 Festival 2023 in Japan
Shortly after I moved to Japan in late 2022, I learned about Japans most famous AE86 meetup in Japan: the…
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