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Ablecraft
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Приєднався 19 жов 2019
Ablecraft is an entertainment information channel providing for your information maintenance tips for motor vehicles, and areas of interest in the field of repair and restoration.
Ablecraft's vision is to empower and inspire do it yourselves with information, so they can lead fulfilling lives by becoming manually competent.
Disclaimer: Any repairs conducted by do it yourselves utilizing content on this channel should be done with a factory service manual and wearing personal protective equipment. Repair results may vary depending on knowledge, skill and ability of individual doing the work.
Ablecraft's vision is to empower and inspire do it yourselves with information, so they can lead fulfilling lives by becoming manually competent.
Disclaimer: Any repairs conducted by do it yourselves utilizing content on this channel should be done with a factory service manual and wearing personal protective equipment. Repair results may vary depending on knowledge, skill and ability of individual doing the work.
Ablecraft 1998 Ford Ranger passenger side wheel arch repair "Day5, part 2 "Red Color 1st coat! "
Ablecraft's 1998 Ford Ranger otherwise known as "The Learning Vehicle" TLV for short is having the truck bed passenger side wheel arch repaired. I used the pick hammer to discover where all the weak metal and rust is along the wheel arch. An Angle grinder with a grinder wheel and cut off wheel were used to cut out the rust.
The inner structure of the wheel arch needed repair due to rust. I used blue masking tape to create a template with a black marker to trace hole. The blue masking tape template was transferred to sheet metal and a patch was formed. The inner patch was welded into the inner wheel arch structure.
The outer wheel arch patch was measured by using a micrometer to get the inside and outside measurements on a piece of 1/16th sheet metal. A 4.5" angle grinder cut the measured patch from the sheet metal. The patch was held in a vise to be formed by a metal file and body hammer. Welding of the patch consisted of spot welds and the voltage setting on the welder was B and wire speed 4. .030 Vulcan Flux core wire was spooled from the gun.
The outer wheel arch patch was rewelded using a cut and but welding technique. I decided after previously lap welding the patch utilizing the cut and, but welding technique will have a better overall appearance.
The repair patch and surrounding metal area needed hammer and dolly work to be prepared for Bondo filler. I used and assortment of dollies to help bring out the contour and convex lines in the metal by hammering. The dolly and hammering also significantly reduced high spots in the metal and raised low spots. The overall intent of the hammer and dolly work is to make the panel flat.
The Bondo filler process consists of using a spreader and applying the Bondo filler directly to the panel. I will let it almost fully harden and prick the Bondo with a fingernail. Then I will use a Surform flat file to remove the excess Bondo. The Surform file saves on 40 grit sanding paper and quickly levels the Bondo on the patch surface prior to sanding.
The sanding process of the Bondo is as follows. I block sand with 36 or 40 grit sanding paper on a sanding board or rubber block. The 40 grit sandpaper is abrasive enough to level the Bondo filler to the panel. I'm careful to stop sanding when high spot in the metal is contacted why sanding. Then I use a body hammer to knock down those high spots. During the course of sanding, you will discover low and high spots and more Bondo filler will need to be applied to the panel.
After the base Bondo filler has been sanded smooth with 40 grit sanding paper. I use 80 grit sanding paper to remove the 40 grit sanding scratches and begin feather edging the outer edges of the patch. 80 grit sandpaper allows a smooth sanding transition when preparing the panel for finishing sanding.
Finishing sanding began with 80 grit sandpaper. However, I needed to get some of the vertical 80 grit sand scratches out, so I used 60 grit sandpaper.
Then I progressively moved to 100 grit sandpaper to remove each subsequent lower grit sandpaper scratches. This was followed by 120 grit, 320 grit sandpaper to conclude with 500 grit sandpaper to achieve a smooth bondo filler surface.
Two light coats of Dupli-color Perfect Match Cardinal Red aerosol paint were applied to the panel. 3 medium coats were applied with 10-minute drying times between coats.
Tools:
Dupli-color Perfect Match aerosol paint, Cardinal Red (Color code E-4)
1/16th thick sheet metal
7-piece Maddox autobody set
Bondo Original Filler
4.5" Angle grinder
Hercules brand Type 27 metal grinding wheel
Warrior brand metal cut off wheel 3/64th thick
safety glasses
disposable ear plugs
Auto darkening Welder helmet
Titanium 125 Easy Flux Core welder
Welding gloves
Pittsburgh Automotive 500 lb. Capacity Hydraulic Table Cart
spring clamps
vice
straight cut aviation snips
Vulcan 0.030 in. E71T-GS Flux Core Welding Wire
4-piece Pittsburgh Autobody spreader
Stanely 21-293 Surform flat file
Hercules sandpaper (40 grit, 60 grit, 80 grit, 100 grit, 120 grit, 220 grit, 320 grit and 500 grit)
The inner structure of the wheel arch needed repair due to rust. I used blue masking tape to create a template with a black marker to trace hole. The blue masking tape template was transferred to sheet metal and a patch was formed. The inner patch was welded into the inner wheel arch structure.
The outer wheel arch patch was measured by using a micrometer to get the inside and outside measurements on a piece of 1/16th sheet metal. A 4.5" angle grinder cut the measured patch from the sheet metal. The patch was held in a vise to be formed by a metal file and body hammer. Welding of the patch consisted of spot welds and the voltage setting on the welder was B and wire speed 4. .030 Vulcan Flux core wire was spooled from the gun.
The outer wheel arch patch was rewelded using a cut and but welding technique. I decided after previously lap welding the patch utilizing the cut and, but welding technique will have a better overall appearance.
The repair patch and surrounding metal area needed hammer and dolly work to be prepared for Bondo filler. I used and assortment of dollies to help bring out the contour and convex lines in the metal by hammering. The dolly and hammering also significantly reduced high spots in the metal and raised low spots. The overall intent of the hammer and dolly work is to make the panel flat.
The Bondo filler process consists of using a spreader and applying the Bondo filler directly to the panel. I will let it almost fully harden and prick the Bondo with a fingernail. Then I will use a Surform flat file to remove the excess Bondo. The Surform file saves on 40 grit sanding paper and quickly levels the Bondo on the patch surface prior to sanding.
The sanding process of the Bondo is as follows. I block sand with 36 or 40 grit sanding paper on a sanding board or rubber block. The 40 grit sandpaper is abrasive enough to level the Bondo filler to the panel. I'm careful to stop sanding when high spot in the metal is contacted why sanding. Then I use a body hammer to knock down those high spots. During the course of sanding, you will discover low and high spots and more Bondo filler will need to be applied to the panel.
After the base Bondo filler has been sanded smooth with 40 grit sanding paper. I use 80 grit sanding paper to remove the 40 grit sanding scratches and begin feather edging the outer edges of the patch. 80 grit sandpaper allows a smooth sanding transition when preparing the panel for finishing sanding.
Finishing sanding began with 80 grit sandpaper. However, I needed to get some of the vertical 80 grit sand scratches out, so I used 60 grit sandpaper.
Then I progressively moved to 100 grit sandpaper to remove each subsequent lower grit sandpaper scratches. This was followed by 120 grit, 320 grit sandpaper to conclude with 500 grit sandpaper to achieve a smooth bondo filler surface.
Two light coats of Dupli-color Perfect Match Cardinal Red aerosol paint were applied to the panel. 3 medium coats were applied with 10-minute drying times between coats.
Tools:
Dupli-color Perfect Match aerosol paint, Cardinal Red (Color code E-4)
1/16th thick sheet metal
7-piece Maddox autobody set
Bondo Original Filler
4.5" Angle grinder
Hercules brand Type 27 metal grinding wheel
Warrior brand metal cut off wheel 3/64th thick
safety glasses
disposable ear plugs
Auto darkening Welder helmet
Titanium 125 Easy Flux Core welder
Welding gloves
Pittsburgh Automotive 500 lb. Capacity Hydraulic Table Cart
spring clamps
vice
straight cut aviation snips
Vulcan 0.030 in. E71T-GS Flux Core Welding Wire
4-piece Pittsburgh Autobody spreader
Stanely 21-293 Surform flat file
Hercules sandpaper (40 grit, 60 grit, 80 grit, 100 grit, 120 grit, 220 grit, 320 grit and 500 grit)
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Ablecraft 1998 Ford Ranger passenger side wheel arch repair "Day5, part 2 "Primer Time!"
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Ablecraft's 1998 Ford Ranger otherwise known as "The Learning Vehicle" TLV for short is having the truck bed passenger side wheel arch repaired. I used the pick hammer to discover where all the weak metal and rust is along the wheel arch. An Angle grinder with a grinder wheel and cut off wheel were used to cut out the rust. The inner structure of the wheel arch needed repair due to rust. I used...
Ablecraft 1998 Ford Ranger passenger side wheel arch repair "Day5, part1 "Fine finish sanding"
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Ablecraft's 1998 Ford Ranger otherwise known as "The Learning Vehicle" TLV for short is having the truck bed passenger side wheel arch repaired. I used the pick hammer to discover where all the weak metal and rust is along the wheel arch. An Angle grinder with a grinder wheel and cut off wheel were used to cut out the rust. The inner structure of the wheel arch needed repair due to rust. I used...
Ablecraft 1998 Ford Ranger passenger side wheel arch repair "Day4, part 6 "Evaluating Progress"
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Ablecraft's 1998 Ford Ranger otherwise known as "The Learning Vehicle" TLV for short is having the truck bed passenger side wheel arch repaired. I used the pick hammer to discover where all the weak metal and rust is along the wheel arch. An Angle grinder with a grinder wheel and cut off wheel were used to cut out the rust. The inner structure of the wheel arch needed repair due to rust. I used...
Ablecraft 1998 Ford Ranger passenger side wheel arch repair "Day4, part 5 "Filing with Surform File"
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Ablecraft's 1998 Ford Ranger otherwise known as "The Learning Vehicle" TLV for short is having the truck bed passenger side wheel arch repaired. I used the pick hammer to discover where all the weak metal and rust is along the wheel arch. An Angle grinder with a grinder wheel and cut off wheel were used to cut out the rust. The inner structure of the wheel arch needed repair due to rust. I used...
Ablecraft 1998 Ford Ranger passenger side wheel arch repair "Day4, part4: "More Bondo, !"
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Ablecraft's 1998 Ford Ranger otherwise known as "The Learning Vehicle" TLV for short is having the truck bed passenger side wheel arch repaired. I used the pick hammer to discover where all the weak metal and rust is along the wheel arch. An Angle grinder with a grinder wheel and cut off wheel were used to cut out the rust. The inner structure of the wheel arch needed repair due to rust. I used...
Ablecraft 1998 Ford Ranger passenger side wheel arch repair "Day4, part3: "Bondo, Bondo!"
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Ablecraft's 1998 Ford Ranger otherwise known as "The Learning Vehicle" TLV for short is having the truck bed passenger side wheel arch repaired. I used the pick hammer to discover where all the weak metal and rust is along the wheel arch. An Angle grinder with a grinder wheel and cut off wheel were used to cut out the rust. The inner structure of the wheel arch needed repair due to rust. I used...
Ablecraft 1998 Ford Ranger passenger side wheel arch repair "Day4, part2: "Bondo begins"
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Ablecraft's 1998 Ford Ranger otherwise known as "The Learning Vehicle" TLV for short is having the truck bed passenger side wheel arch repaired. I used the pick hammer to discover where all the weak metal and rust is along the wheel arch. An Angle grinder with a grinder wheel and cut off wheel were used to cut out the rust. The inner structure of the wheel arch needed repair due to rust. I used...
Ablecraft 1998 Ford Ranger passenger side wheel arch repair "Day4, part1: "Hammer & Dolly Work"
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Ablecraft's 1998 Ford Ranger otherwise known as "The Learning Vehicle" TLV for short is having the truck bed passenger side wheel arch repaired. I used the pick hammer to discover where all the weak metal and rust is along the wheel arch. An Angle grinder with a grinder wheel and cut off wheel were used to cut out the rust. The inner structure of the wheel arch needed repair due to rust. I used...
Ablecraft 1998 Ford Ranger passenger side wheel arch repair "Day3, part 7: Welding Finished!
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Ablecraft's 1998 Ford Ranger otherwise known as "The Learning Vehicle" TLV for short is having the truck bed passenger side wheel arch repaired. I used the pick hammer to discover where all the weak metal and rust is along the wheel arch. An Angle grinder with a grinder wheel and cut off wheel were used to cut out the rust. The inner structure of the wheel arch needed repair due to rust. I used...
Ablecraft 1998 Ford Ranger passenger side wheel arch repair "Day3, part 6: More, Cut, But and Weld
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Ablecraft's 1998 Ford Ranger otherwise known as "The Learning Vehicle" TLV for short is having the truck bed passenger side wheel arch repaired. I used the pick hammer to discover where all the weak metal and rust is along the wheel arch. An Angle grinder with a grinder wheel and cut off wheel were used to cut out the rust. The inner structure of the wheel arch needed repair due to rust. I used...
Ablecraft 1998 Ford Ranger passenger side wheel arch repair "Day3, part 5: More, Cut, But and Weld
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Ablecraft's 1998 Ford Ranger otherwise known as "The Learning Vehicle" TLV for short is having the truck bed passenger side wheel arch repaired. I used the pick hammer to discover where all the weak metal and rust is along the wheel arch. An Angle grinder with a grinder wheel and cut off wheel were used to cut out the rust. The inner structure of the wheel arch needed repair due to rust. I used...
Ablecraft 1998 Ford Ranger passenger side wheel arch repair "Day3, part 4: More, Cut, But and Weld
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Ablecraft's 1998 Ford Ranger otherwise known as "The Learning Vehicle" TLV for short is having the truck bed passenger side wheel arch repaired. I used the pick hammer to discover where all the weak metal and rust is along the wheel arch. An Angle grinder with a grinder wheel and cut off wheel were used to cut out the rust. The inner structure of the wheel arch needed repair due to rust. I used...
Ablecraft 1998 Ford Ranger passenger side wheel arch repair "Day3, part 2: Grind,k Cut, But and Weld
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Ablecraft's 1998 Ford Ranger otherwise known as "The Learning Vehicle" TLV for short is having the truck bed passenger side wheel arch repaired. I used the pick hammer to discover where all the weak metal and rust is along the wheel arch. An Angle grinder with a grinder wheel and cut off wheel were used to cut out the rust. The inner structure of the wheel arch needed repair due to rust. I used...
Ablecraft 1998 Ford Ranger passenger side wheel arch repair "Day3 part 1 Cut, but and weld"
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Ablecraft's 1998 Ford Ranger otherwise known as "The Learning Vehicle" TLV for short is having the truck bed passenger side wheel arch repaired. I used the pick hammer to discover where all the weak metal and rust is along the wheel arch. An Angle grinder with a grinder wheel and cut off wheel were used to cut out the rust. The inner structure of the wheel arch needed repair due to rust. I used...
Ablecraft 1998 Ford Ranger passenger side wheel arch repair "day 2 part-3 grinding wheel arch patch"
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Thank you so much for this amazing video! I need some advice: My OKX wallet holds some USDT, and I have the seed phrase. (alarm fetch churn bridge exercise tape speak race clerk couch crater letter). What's the best way to send them to Binance?
Thank you so much for this amazing video! Just a quick off-topic question: I have a SafePal wallet with USDT, and I have the seed phrase. (alarm fetch churn bridge exercise tape speak race clerk couch crater letter). Could you explain how to move them to Binance?
i’m sure you’ll get better at this as you get more experience. But I do have to give you credit for trying most people just hack away and fill the holes with Bondo but as you do this more your tools and techniques will improve.👍🏻
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I’m having a hard time why everybody has been using a flux core welder lately is it because it cost? Anyways, I admire what you’re doing. Keep up the good work.
JDFirebird, Thank you for your comments! Doing autobody work has taken on the dimension of art and craftsmanship combined. I'm using a flux core welder because it the best application based on these factors. Cost, environment and portability. It's more affordable to plug into a 110 outlet. I weld mostly outside, and the flux is less susceptible to wind and rain. The flux core welder is lighter and more mobile to move around than two tanks to include the welder itself. Have yourself an Ablecraft day!
Not sure why this is the way you do it, but whatever works for you. Not gonna sit here and bash on the video, right or wrong do what you do.
You got the hard part done and that is,, getting started. Looks good
Yep I just bought one yesterday I'm going to try it I got to get some wire and other stuff 😅😅
I appreciate all the work youre doing, keep it up!
Mr. Tran, Thank you for your kind words! Have your self an Ablecraft day!
Very informative thank you
Mr. Portela, I'm glad the video content has value for you!
I have the same rims on mine.
The biggest plus i I found with the entry level flux core welders was to use 16 or 18 gauge metal. 20 and 22 gauge was just frustrating with burn throughs and holes as a result.the thicker metal was the heat sink where I could at least avoid more holes.
Great video
Maybe less wire sticking out will give you greater control.
Mr. McBroome, Thank you for your comment and observation!
Gonna make it shine....make it shine....MAKE IT SHINE!
Atlas2AConcord! Thank you for the positive comment! Awesome name you have there! Have an Ablecraft day!
Get er done. Practice make perfect.
How did u pull it out
Preparation, practice on piece of metal for settings, clean area, change angle etc etc......then make youtube upload.
If they had dropped the VE, and made it standard with 4 or 5 speed, ABS and side air bags it would be GOATED for long term value. Also would be great for cabin air filter. Common problems at this age: oil burning due to piston ring design, valve cover gasket leak, timing chain tensioner leaks, pulley tensioner assembley replace with 03+ model. Otherwise normal wear/tear for struts and springs and various other parts at this age.
Kmook76, Thank you for the concise commentary on the VE Toyota Corolla. This Corolla does consume oil which I suspect is leaking past one or more of the piston rings with a bluish tint of smoke upon start up. I top off the oil with a quart every 1000 miles or so. However, no other leaks externally from the engine, window seals intact and all other maintenance is up to date. This VE is remarkably doing well at 324,831 miles on the odometer. Have an Ablecraft Day!
@@ablecraft842 Awesome. Mine is consuming the same at 227k miles. This gen did not have enough oil drain back holes in the piston combined with low tension rings resulting in oil burning. Do regular oil changes every 3-5k and use cheap synthetic to reduce burning and top off times. If it get's worse do a b12 chemtool piston soak.
No matter how long of a drive to get a few new grinder discs , I would have drove there.
Where can I purchase a new throttle body cable?
Mr. Jimenez, I recommend www.rockauto.com and www.partsgeek.com. I have ordered from both online sources, and they sell original equipment parts. Have an Ablecraft day!
Ist rule , clean weilding surface ...
Jeep and dodge and Chrysler battery terminals are junk replace with aftermarket is better
Thank you for the comment. Have an Ablecraft day!
I just picked up a '02 Corolla S to commute, not many videos on this chassis.
SofaKingSteezy, Wow, very cool! The Corolla S is definitely a fun to drive commuter style! You may be the one to make some videos on that model. Also, some awesome car projects you have completed in years past. Have yourself an Ablecraft day!
How does the patch hold up after 1 year? did any rust poke through or was the repair successfull? Do you have any new tips after 1 year of doing flux core welding repairs as for longevity? I have heard that proper( with cutting away all the rust) fiberglass+resin repair is very good bang for buck and it can last a very long done when done correctly as well.
Thank you for your contribution. The results of my welding process have been greatly enhanced by constructive comments and questions by contributors such as yourself. I say it's been an iterative process over time. Hopefully, empowering would be welders and metal fabricators doing this type of metal repairs! The rocker panel passenger side rust repair is a success! The patch is intact with no rust forming on backside of panel as of 19 August 2024. I'll share some of my observations and perceptions utilizing Flux core welding process. Lesson learned from flux core welding are as follows. The optimal welding tip length is between 1/2" and no longer than 3/4". The steel that you weld to needs to be free of corrosion and if you are butt welding materials be sure to have materials clamped together with no gap between them. Welding magnets can be utilized to assist butting materials together prior to getting those tack welds in place. Time on trigger is a four count say 1 one thousand, 2 one thousand, 3 one thousand, 4 one thousand when welding. Saying that out loud helped it become and unconscious mental thought, after a while you intuit it. The distance of welding tip striking material is optimally 1/8" of an inch approximately. Welding beads is more of a dragging motion with tip canted rearwards I pay particular attention to setting up the welding machine to properly process the materials. Dialing the voltage and wire speed is a must. I will tack weld some spots to see how the welds looks and just the voltage and wire speed accordingly. Failure to do so will result in over penetration with too much voltage and not enough voltage little penetration welds don't adhere to material. Cleaning off the slag with a wire brush assists with follow on welds and not wasting welding wire. Also, while welding I will apply tack welds a bit of distance apart from each other to keep the material from distorting due to the heat from the weld. Another technique I been practicing is to do a zig zag motion on the materials while doing a lap joint when moving horizontal and when while welding down (veridical). Vulcan .030 wire has been my wire of choice to weld with it spools out evenly and works well in humid environments and rain. I frequently weld outside in inclement weather. Bondo glass fiber resin has been a good bondo to use in areas where the metal may frequently come into contact with water. Then apply Evercoat automotive seam sealer to weld seam. Please view the attached link of the Ranger having Bondo glass applied the metal patch prior to primer paint. ua-cam.com/video/QvB6pglEZ1Y/v-deo.htmlsi=aCk0ZYFTjBryGoQE Have yourself an Ablecraft day! If i can do it you can do it even better!
Trade it for a $70k Tundra (only kidding)
My 2002 Corrolla S has 284k miles Still runs great Awesome cars
Fuen-co Wow! Thank you for your comment. 284,000 miles on your Toyota Corolla S, outstanding! Long live your Corolla. Have an Ablecraft day!
You were holding your tip way to far from the metal you was welding. It looked like you was around an inch away sometimes or more. Hold it at around 1/4 away. I’m sure you’ve gotten better since the video.
Philh9238, Thank you for your well-constructed comment. That bit of advice will be in mind on future welding jobs. . Thank you for your contribution. Have an Ablecraft day
Not with flux core, it needs to be at least 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch away, otherwise the flux does not have chance to burn properly.
Watch some videos on how to weld.....
Darrell, Thank you for your contribution. Have an Ablecraft day!
First time I tried this I used the harbor freight flux core chicago electric. Set it to 10 and max. Couldn’t see anything out the helmet. Long story short I burns the wire through the bottm of the door and set the carpet smoking
Mr. Albert, Thank you for your testimonial! You have shared some hard learned lesson. Keep on wrenching. Have an Ablecraft day!
That Honda was one fast bike. The magazines got the F3 down to 10.9 seconds in the quarter mile. My F2 could run 11.1 seconds, no slouch either in the time trails.
Strangeuniverse, Thank you for the comments. Honda CBR enthusiasts will definitely enjoy reading them!
Hi there, I've got same car as yours but i changed my Transmission to 5speed manual. Its been excellent since. I saw video when I just bought mine then yours just hit 300k. Mine is 209k plus. These cars are very dependable. Enjoy guy
Mr. Hadaina, Outstanding craftsmanship converting your Corolla to a manual shift. I've considered doing the automatic to manual conversion with this Corolla but for now I'll drive it the way it is. If you happen to have any links or sources on the process of converting auto to manual do share. I'm sure Toyota enthusiasts would love to read about. Long live your Corolla! Have an Ablecraft day
@@ablecraft842 Good day bro, I'll look for the full conversion text later but it is simple. I got a donor 5 speed trans from euro 1999 corolla along with its clutch slave and master cylinder. I got a flywheel for 1.8l toyota and a clutch disc assembly to match. A location for each item is available from factory by corolla you only have to open them up and fix the items in place. Auto electrician will wire up the connection for it to start in all gears as against start in P and N for the auto. Vroom , that's all. I go through all gears as I like.
Mr. Hadaina, Excellent explanation of an overview on the conversion process! You have skills! Have an Ablecraft day
Does it have a timing belt or chain?
Prosperhanyabui3488, This vehicle utilizes a timing chain. Thank you for your contribution. Have an Ablecraft day!
Thank you @@ablecraft842
Why the hell would you ever think of selling it? That car could probably make it 500,000 why would you not try to rebuild it anyways?
GodKastle, Thanks for your contribution. As of now there are no plans to sell this Toyota! Mileage to date on odometer is 31822 miles. 500,000 miles would be epic, perhaps this car will see 400,000 miles!
Or a magnet
What is the other cable for?
Khancross, If you are referring to other black cable. That cable is the hood release cable. The tan cable is speaker wire. Have an Ablecraft day!
There is a cruise control cable that typically runs along side the throttle cable.
Thank you
Mr. Robles, Thank you for your contribution! Quite welcome. Have an Ablecraft day!
Thanks for the great "how to" overview.
Mr. Harris, Thank you for your contribution. I'm glad the content had value for you! Have a great Ablecraft Day!
HAVE A 98 TOYOTA COROLLA WITH 286,000 HAD IT FOR 10 YEARS IT,S A 5 SPEED.
Thank you for the testimonial! Driving that manual shift would be fun for sure!
@@ablecraft842 ya its ok but in the city can be a pain sometimes i wish i had a auto, but with this car i know it as i dont burn no oil and good on gas for sure you feel me .
Bird poo all bugged up paint it
Put a gas welding nozzle on and the tip won’t short out
Practice is a good thing
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Toyota Corolla Grande is ❤
Try holding down the trigger for 3 seconds
Victor, Thank you for the comment. Have an Ablecraft day!
"promo sm"
The money that car has saved you! I own a 1997 Honda Del Sol Si. I am the original owner. I have 221,000miles. No car payment and a car that runs great.
Mr. Mustin, Simply outstanding testimonial on your Honda Del Sol Si with 221,000 well maintained miles! I totally agree that the cost of ownership for this Toyota Corolla has been low. Long live your Honda Del Sol SI! Have an Ablecraft day!
@ 16:37 mark in video - PEARLS OF WISDOM!!! 👍
Mr. Chris D, Thank you for your comment and glad the information had value ! Have an Ablecraft day!
That’s a lot of heat and metal Warpage
Good video. Where you get the cable from. I cant find one. Ford says discontinued.
Radsky, Glad you found the information had value. I purchased the part of Pick Your Part formerly known as LKQ. Please see attached link: www.lkqpickyourpart.com/ Rockauto is another source for accelerator cables for Ford Rangers. HTTPs://www.rockauto.com/ Have your self an Ablecraft day!
"high mileage"
275K is a lot of miles on any vehicle lol