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New 2002 Owner with some basic questions

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by ToyotaCoupe, Sep 1, 2010.

  1. Sep 1, 2010 at 5:09 PM
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    ToyotaCoupe

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    Hello All

    Have a 2002 4x2 5sp 2.4 reg cab Tacoma with 100K. I have a few qa's.

    1. I have a rear cat code. I am familiar with the OEM cat issues when swapping to after market cat's. I am trying to by-pass getting a overpriced oem cat, is there a fix for this. I did try to sleeve the O2 sensor but the O2 sensor bracket on the 2002 won't allow that.

    2. What are the week points of this drive train? From what I have heard the 2.4 5sp combo is pretty bullet proof. I am at 100K no fluid leaks no blue or white smoke. Might need a fresh clutch soon but that's about it with the tranny. I have done plugs, fuel filter, PCV, cleaned MassAir Sensor, Sea Foam, oil change, new air filter. Pulley's, belts, hoses look good. Idle quality is good although a tad rough depending on the weather, no stalls, accelerates smoothly. AC is good, electric is good.

    3. How to open this motor up a little? Like most oem ecu's the engine is running efficiently but may have allot more power available. My previous vehicle was a Subaru WRX with a Sti swap. A little contrast there LOL!

    3. What is the biggest rear diff you can safely swap on this truck?

    4. What is a good parts source(s). I will be scouring junk yards here in Georgia for things like sliding rear window, 40/60 bench seat, drive train parts etc.

    Thanks
     
  2. Sep 2, 2010 at 10:03 AM
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    Bump for any answers, Thanks!
     
  3. Sep 3, 2010 at 8:41 AM
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    Regarding the motor..I would just go with a hiflow filter and
    possibly an exhaust mod. The engine will adjust to the
    flow. Ive never been one for changing stock setups chips, etc.
    But maybe someone has some better thoughts.
     
  4. Sep 3, 2010 at 9:40 AM
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  5. Sep 3, 2010 at 9:44 AM
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    Also, the simulator may help you with your rough idle and a few extra hp.

    What color is your seats? I have a 60/40 bench in my truck and have thought about buying bucket seats before.
     
  6. Sep 3, 2010 at 10:23 PM
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    Thanks I will try this. definitely cheaper than a cat! My seats are tanish tweed/ interior is tan and light brown. an exact match is not necessary pm me if your interested in letting your 60/40 go!
     
  7. Sep 3, 2010 at 10:50 PM
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    The good thing is that you are right, unlike your WRX with the STI, this drivetrain is pretty bulletproof. Which also means that it is much cheaper if anything goes bad. A used STI engine for 4k makes the price for any Toyota engine seem like pennies. Of course having a STI is a large contrast to a Tacoma.
     
  8. Sep 6, 2010 at 9:22 PM
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    I definitely miss the HP but you are sooo right re. the cost per hp ratio of the wrx/sti requires a pretty deep wallet. I do miss the boxer AWD platform but I was looking at a new front diff, possibly head gasket at 98K(timming belt time), so it was time for the Suby to go. I love this truck it is very straight forwards. I had a Tercel with a starlet swap so I am familiar with the Toyota drive line (alteast older fwd) version. My gas consumption and cost with the Taco is half of the Suby as is the insurance. If I ever get some money together I might consider a 1KZ-TE (Toyota 3.0 Turbo Diesel) swap. So far the 2.4 has been a fun little motor with the 2wd reg cab 5sp platform. I just finished all the tuning for 100K: plugs/pcv/fuel filter/oil air filter/cleaned the MAF and am waiting for the o2 sensor mod. I also need a header gasket I have a slight leak at the header. Other than that she is fine, no leaks no sounds that concern me. The tranny seems solid. I might do a clutch in about 10k and I need brakes soon. I just had some hail damage removed. it is a Southern truck so it is pretty rust free. I am also going to get a professional buffing and 70% paint match because the rear was sprayed. I recently Line-x'd the bed and I am going to do a tool box back Toneau cover and a slider for the rear window. I will also Line-X the bumpers and do a 2" lift leveling kit with sways and shocks, probably Ranchos. Ofcourse I will be scouring this forum for ideas LOL! I also want to do a new seat and eventually better gearing in the rear. For 5$K you can't beat this little truck. I came in under budget with it (my goal was no more than 8$K) so I am able to play a little:D!
     
  9. Sep 6, 2010 at 9:34 PM
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    These are my go fast cars, that take up most of my money..IMG_0636_149983cc07b45324a7bbed344bfcd0b395bcd11a.jpg
     
  10. Sep 7, 2010 at 5:55 AM
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    I am glad to see we have another Cobra owner in the house. I own Shell Valley Cobra.

    I used to be active @ FFRCobra.com but, since I bought my son this Tacoma, I have been spending all my time on the Tacoma.
     
  11. Sep 7, 2010 at 6:01 AM
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    "3. How to open this motor up a little? Like most oem ecu's the engine is running efficiently but may have allot more power available. My previous vehicle was a Subaru WRX with a Sti swap. A little contrast there LOL!"
    There ain't a lot more power there in the 4 cyl unless you supercharge it.
    Should have bought a bigger displacement truck if you want to go fast.
     
  12. Sep 7, 2010 at 8:07 AM
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    Wow impeccable Ford muscle! Nice

    I definitely did not get the Tacoma for displacement, there is just always that craving LOL. The 2.4 stays until it dies, it is perfect for this recession and is going to save me a bunch of money in gas and insurance. This is a great mod LOL!
     
  13. Sep 7, 2010 at 7:41 PM
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    You should do the deck plate/ silencer delete mod. Click the build link in my sig mines also a 2.4 so the process should be identical.
     
  14. Sep 7, 2010 at 9:15 PM
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