MR2 tail conversion
xivera
12-10-2001, 07:52 PM
I have a friend with an older MR2 (same body as the most recent one). He would like to know where he can pick up some of the newer tails (quad-light-thingie/JDM thingie... I think). I am curious myself to help him out. Any ideas?
Also, has anybody done this? Would you have any advice or tips regarding this conversion?
Also, has anybody done this? Would you have any advice or tips regarding this conversion?
11 sec. mr2
12-12-2001, 03:39 PM
i got mine off ebay. check out the pic. it was really cheap and it included everything i needed. i would look on there.
11 sec. mr2
12-12-2001, 03:41 PM
i got mine off ebay. it was really cheap and it included everything i needed. i would look on there. and the installation isnt the easiest in the world the first time you do it. it involves using a hammer and bending the metal behind it for clearance. mine included instructions so you shouldnt have a problem.
xivera
12-13-2001, 01:52 PM
Yeah, I noticed that the install is a bit involved.
Do you have to do some work on the body itself?
Thanx...
Do you have to do some work on the body itself?
Thanx...
11 sec. mr2
12-13-2001, 02:03 PM
No not really just behind the taillights. there isnt enough room for the newer lights to fit.
all it really involves is test fitting it seeing where there isnt clearance and using a ballpine hammer to dent the metal back.
when you replace the inner cover you wont be able to tell the differance.
all it really involves is test fitting it seeing where there isnt clearance and using a ballpine hammer to dent the metal back.
when you replace the inner cover you wont be able to tell the differance.
xivera
12-15-2001, 01:14 AM
Cool... Thanx!
Jay!
12-15-2001, 04:33 AM
What did you do about the trunk lock? I've never heard of anyone fixing it so it can still be used. Do you just rely on the trunk release from inside, then?
11 sec. mr2
12-16-2001, 02:26 PM
yeah the trunk release from inside is the same. you wont change that. i remember something about the door lock but i cant remember off the top of my head. its been awhile and i had help with my friends and i never did anything with that. that part they did. i will try to find a link on how to do it and ill post it on here. sorry i couldnt be any help.
bluetwo
01-24-2002, 12:46 PM
this site has complete parts info/install instructions:
http://users.ev1.net/~sturgeon/car/mr2/howto.htm
the 94+ tails can be had at www.partznet.com for about $400. they have group buys pop up every now and then on the mr2 message board...
the trunk lock cylinder is shorter on the 91-93's, so you won't be able to use that. you can purchase a longer lock cylinder with or without the factory anti-theft option (instructions on setting lock pattern is also on the site). not having it won't affect operation of the interior trunk release, as 11secmr2 pointed out.
http://users.ev1.net/~sturgeon/car/mr2/howto.htm
the 94+ tails can be had at www.partznet.com for about $400. they have group buys pop up every now and then on the mr2 message board...
the trunk lock cylinder is shorter on the 91-93's, so you won't be able to use that. you can purchase a longer lock cylinder with or without the factory anti-theft option (instructions on setting lock pattern is also on the site). not having it won't affect operation of the interior trunk release, as 11secmr2 pointed out.
Automotive Network, Inc., Copyright ©2026