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by bruce
Sat Feb 27, 2016 12:19 pm
Forum: Engine and Drivetrain
Topic: white smoke coming out of valvecover breather
Replies: 6
Views: 8691

Re: white smoke coming out of valvecover breather

What static ignition timing and octane fuel were you running? What do you reckon caused the head gasket to go?
by bruce
Mon Mar 31, 2014 12:11 pm
Forum: General Parts
Topic: 89mm 3T 10.5:1 Wiseco Forged Pistons*NEW PRICE*
Replies: 15
Views: 16558

Re: 89mm 3T 10.5:1 Wiseco Forged Pistons*NEW PRICE*

Do you know if these pistons can be used with standard 3TC conrods?
by bruce
Mon Aug 19, 2013 10:35 am
Forum: Engine and Drivetrain
Topic: Cam bearings
Replies: 20
Views: 34379

Re: Cam bearings

What duration camshaft are you running? Did you modify the oil pump for higher flow?

I've got a 3TC engine manual that might have the clearance specifications, but won't be able to check till next weekend.
by bruce
Fri Aug 02, 2013 11:14 am
Forum: Engine and Drivetrain
Topic: DIY Pulish Eng Parts
Replies: 2
Views: 4649

Re: DIY Pulish Eng Parts

Came up pretty good.
What's a good way to maintain the shine? I've polished my rocker cover, but after a while it becomes dull (oxidation). I wonder if a clear coat of something can keep the shine?
by bruce
Fri Aug 02, 2013 11:08 am
Forum: Engine and Drivetrain
Topic: Clutch for 3TC
Replies: 7
Views: 9945

Re: Clutch for 3TC

I contacted NPC and they recommended the HD organic clutch, which was around $350. Getting a Centerforce or Spec clutch from the US was costly since they charge $100 for postage. I ended up going for an RPM HD clutch kit from Clutch Industries, which was pretty cheap: http://www.motorsportessentials...
by bruce
Tue Jul 23, 2013 11:34 am
Forum: Engine and Drivetrain
Topic: Clutch for 3TC
Replies: 7
Views: 9945

Re: Clutch for 3TC

G'day Jason, with NPC did you go for a Heavy Duty Organic:

http://www.npcperformance.com.au/npc_products_hdo.html

Or the Ceramic Button:

http://www.npcperformance.com.au/npc_pr ... ramic.html

What's it like for daily use?
by bruce
Mon Jul 22, 2013 6:37 am
Forum: Engine and Drivetrain
Topic: Clutch for 3TC
Replies: 7
Views: 9945

Re: Clutch for 3TC

Just noticed a similar thread:

http://toyota3tcgarage.com/viewtopic.php?f=43&t=110

Didn't realize with the new site. Though would like to hear peoples opinions.
by bruce
Mon Jul 22, 2013 6:24 am
Forum: Engine and Drivetrain
Topic: Clutch for 3TC
Replies: 7
Views: 9945

Clutch for 3TC

Looking at replacing the clutch behind my 3TC soon. It's in a KE30. I did have a PBR stock replacement clutch, which was still new. It was OK with a stock 3TC with headers, 2" exhaust, and 32/36 Weber, but seemed to slip a bit when driven hard. A mechanic drove the car and said it needed to be ...