Driving an '84 Celica instead of a Suburban - cut fuel use in half

[Sporty Modder]

Originally Posted by vrmilionzx

Nice job with the e-fan. I found that made a nice difference in both of my s-chassis cars. Revved easier, felt peppier....the trick is not to be fooled, and drive it harder as a result.

I am finding that exactly The advantage I have is, the car isn't running quite right. Any more than 20% throttle and the car bogs

[Sporty Modder]

Originally Posted by Neen

Oh man that car definetly looks better on the outside than the inside...bummer. Anyhow, I love e fans! What was the rating on the stock alt? The fan will draw about 10 amps on start-up...you should be fine but you should double check the stock amp capacity. It's easier for a 80 amp alt to run at 40 amps than a 50 amp running at 40.

I am goimg to finish gutting the interior, so its ok for now.
From what I understand is these have weak alternators the plan is to replace w a Gm 90-100 amp in place of the ac compresor in the future.

[vrmilionzx]

Awww, don't lose the A/C....just get a bigger alternator. I'm sure you can find other toyota units that'll fit, with minor modifications. That way you don't lose A/C on those hot days. That's one creature comfort I refuse to sacrifice. Ironically, it's very rare that I actually use it, but when I do, it's like not using it, and having a PS pump on there (my justification to myself)

[Sporty Modder]

The compressor is frose up. Plus it doesnt get very hot here. Avg summer temp is 80°F, not like Sol Cal. For the few 100°days we get I can live with it.

[rmay635703]

Originally Posted by Sporty Modder

I am finding that exactly The advantage I have is, the car isn't running quite right. Any more than 20% throttle and the car bogs

My subaru did that when the carb kept plugging up from sediment and rust coming out of the tank, might be a good idea to try and clean her out a bit.

[Sporty Modder]

Originally Posted by rmay635703

My subaru did that when the carb kept plugging up from sediment and rust coming out of the tank, might be a good idea to try and clean her out a bit.

Thanks I am going to see if i can just drain the tank with the plug. It just kills me to waste any gas.
Is there a way to strain it and put it back in. Or should I drive the car till its on empty?

[Sporty Modder]

Comparison between my Celica and a local Prius.

[Sporty Modder]

Finished my upper grill block.

[Sporty Modder]

Made an aluminum block off plate for the pass side mirror.

[Marc F.]

I pulled the clutch fan off of "Tank". It was slightly more FE but the engine rev'ed smoother and quicker. I had to watch my foot that I didnt use the increase in avalible power.

I agree with rmay, crap from the tank may be part of your problem. A good carb rebuild with a proper soaking in cleaner to remove all the build up in the small passages might be required also. A full tuneup and you should be in good shape.

I love those body styles.