KpMrJ
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Jan 13, 2005 10:10:51 GMT
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Since the ol' mondeo went up in smoke, I've been looking into its replacement. Initially I'd thought of going the passat estate route ( mk2 / b3e ) but over the last few days I've been strangely drawn to something from our far eastern friends. The Toyota Space Cruiser ;D I've found a few good uk/usa based websites informing of the pitfalls ( overheating !!! ) of these motors, but would especially like to hear from anyone on here whos owned one, around the C to G/H reg. Oh and of course it would have to be euro'd just for the sheer pose value, dropped on shiny 15's ( i don't know of any modified space cruisers in the uk  ) So if anyone has any links to tuning / parts companies Ta muchly. As always thanks in advance, and we're loving the Euro'd thread at the moment ;D J |
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Last Edit: Jan 13, 2005 10:12:17 GMT by KpMrJ
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Jan 13, 2005 10:36:47 GMT
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I no absolutely nothing about them at all, but that's an inspired choice! I'm off to google for some pics...
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Jan 13, 2005 10:39:16 GMT
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Been trying to find some piccies,.. there are a couple really realy ones on the mooneyes Japan website,.. trying to get some better piccies of them.
Inspired choice,.. could ber waaaaay cool.
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Jan 13, 2005 10:56:31 GMT
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*Fires up PotatoChop*
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Top grammar tips!
Bought = purchased. Brought = relocated
Lose = misplace/opposite of win. Loose = your mum
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KpMrJ
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Jan 13, 2005 11:01:13 GMT
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Cheers chaps, Can't wait to see the pics / links. And photoshopped ideas most welcome too ;D Theres some bargians on fleaday at the moment too, leaving funds for mods  J |
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Jan 13, 2005 11:39:46 GMT
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I had a Townace 9the J spec version), quite a good car really...but watch out for the head gasket!
There used to be a slammed cream one in Japan. I'll try and find a pic.
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Jan 13, 2005 11:41:34 GMT
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Here's the front of it (closest in this shot):  |
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Jan 13, 2005 11:51:10 GMT
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 Quick, Cheap and Nasty...just how I like it  *n |
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Top grammar tips!
Bought = purchased. Brought = relocated
Lose = misplace/opposite of win. Loose = your mum
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Jan 13, 2005 18:59:00 GMT
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theres something pervertedly cool about this.
could an ae86 motor bolt straight in?how cool would that be. ;D
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RetroMat
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Jan 13, 2005 19:10:34 GMT
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A modded Space Cruiser, what a great idea! ;D
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Jan 13, 2005 19:17:10 GMT
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I'd heard rumour that Space Cruisers are actually a bit poo. Shlap in a Supra / Celica engine if you must. I'd rather have a Renault Espace. Quadra. With an R21 Turbo engine. Bbbwwwwaaaaarrrrr!  |
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KpMrJ
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Jan 13, 2005 19:33:42 GMT
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A modded Space Cruiser, what a great idea! ;D Why thanks very much ;D I've never been one to follow the crowd..........................................! Hence why I ask on here for opinions and advice, a far better resource than *ahem* certain sites can offer. As for performance, not really bothered to be honest. As it'll need to be a family hauler, and tow the trailer tent , plus carry the odd engine about.And i can get it as reliable as I can, looking how I want it ( ie dropped faily low and shiny 15's ) Kinda euro looking and go to a few shows this year, I'll be a happy chappy. Plus like I said before, I don't think anyone else has doen one, YET !. So if all things go well I might gatecrash R-R stand at santa pod in July !!. Cheers all, I'll let you know when the purchase has been made. J |
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Jan 13, 2005 20:09:47 GMT
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Jan 13, 2005 20:18:37 GMT
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Here's the front of it (closest in this shot): need to see more of the other vans in that piccie....like i really, REALLY do NEED to see more !!!!  |
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Jan 13, 2005 20:19:46 GMT
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could you do a gold tint to the back windows ? |
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KpMrJ
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Jan 13, 2005 20:33:08 GMT
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could you do a gold tint to the back windows ? Cheers RM & Guz, If you have the time, could it be in dark blue ( that standard dark blue they come in ) and with say 15" ronal turbo's or similar on ?. Plus dark tints out back, but not limo blark. You lot are so on my wavelength, its scary ;D J |
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Jan 13, 2005 21:44:04 GMT
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Space Hopper:  |
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KpMrJ
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Jan 13, 2005 22:15:07 GMT
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Space Hopper: I thank you RM, and we now have a name for the above, Prject Space Hopper ;D Made me laugh out load !!!! |
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some inspiration for Project Space Hopper :  Is that an early space cruiser or what? |
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KpMrJ
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Jan 15, 2005 19:46:51 GMT
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some inspiration for Project Space Hopper : Is that an early space cruiser or what? Hotwire, I'm liking the idea, mainly cause that shape come in 'diesel' too. Plus for example take a panel van version, turn it into a crew cab ( similar to vw T4 style ) and go old school with the styling, oh the possibilities ;D Do you have a link to the gallery that the pic came from ?, Also if anyone knows the make and model of the above, if you could let me know Ta muchly. J |
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Last Edit: Jan 15, 2005 21:35:59 GMT by KpMrJ
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) So if anyone has any links to tuning / parts companies Ta muchly.
