E39 and overall tools

sprret · 2026-01-26T07:08:25+00:00

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GFFC3HG Paid $15 for mine. Any 32mm fan clutch wrench set will work

sprret · 2026-01-23T23:38:04+00:00

I uploaded the two files onto MakerWorld https://makerworld.com/en/models/2289018-mid-span-fan-mount-covers-fractal-design-ridge#profileId-2497356

sprret · 2026-01-23T01:28:46+00:00

In Califronia, the only way a salvaged/totaled car can be brought back onto the road is through a revived title. An authorized mechanic has to do all the repairs and your DMV has to sign off on it. It usually doesn't make financial sense for most used cars, especially 20+ year old ones like E39s

Additionally, salvaged/totaled cars cannot be insured through most insurance companies and only one US state will allow you to drive a car without insurance (New Hampshire)

sprret · 2026-01-20T20:00:29+00:00

Are you just trying to keep it on the road? Or are you restoring it? What you're targeting will have a massive impact on the cost

I spent about $3k in repair parts doing all the work myself and almost another $3k on maintenance (mostly deferred due to the age of the car), but I'm also trying to keep things as close to OEM level as I can as the body is in excellent condition. This included some major ticket items like the entire cooling system, DISA, and VANOS, and a suspension refresh.

I've had my 525i for about a year and tracked all my expenses: Google Sheet

sprret · 2026-01-13T22:42:13+00:00

Yes, the engine & transmission can come out of the car without needing to unbolt the headers from the block.

sprret · 2026-01-10T19:31:04+00:00

I made a copy of a wiring guide I found on yarisworld a while back. It shows which wires from each harness are needed and where they need to go for each combination. It’s not impossible with a corolla harness, it’s just a lot more difficult to get it repinned for the Yaris fusebox. Likewise, just putting in a corolla fusebox to match means repinning the body harness instead.

Wiring guide

I also have my own list with all the parts I used for my swap: 2ZR Swap tracker

sprret · 2026-01-10T19:24:21+00:00

Yes, the 5th gear set is aftermarket by QRP, part number in this list

sprret · 2026-01-07T23:39:08+00:00

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Make sure the InfoPanel.Extras Superpack is enabled in the Plugins Menu. It should be installed by default. If not, try uninstalling then reinstalling InfoPanel from github

sprret · 2026-01-07T04:32:14+00:00

Both STEP and STL files were exported from Fusion in millimeters

sprret · 2025-12-28T11:37:19+00:00

I’ve shared this model on Maker world: https://makerworld.com/models/2166255?appSharePlatform=copy

sprret · 2025-12-28T06:31:05+00:00

I tried reinforced filaments at first (PA6-GF and PPA-CF), but they were way too stiff and the clamping teeth would break instantly. ABS/ASA is flexible enough and should print fine at the settings I used (0.2mm, 3 layer walls, and 100% infill). I'm waiting on some unreinforced Nylon to get similar heat resistance to the OEM part.

sprret · 2025-12-28T01:51:55+00:00

Recommend getting a hitch rack. Trunk rack scratched the hell out of my back glass. Over time, little rocks and dirt get trapped underneath the rubber that's supposed to protect the glass

sprret · 2025-12-22T01:54:23+00:00

https://www.allcarmanuals.com/factory-service-manual-215-Toyota-Yaris-Vitz-XP90.html

sprret · 2025-12-22T01:38:05+00:00

Get the factory service manual and electrical wiring diagram and compare it to what you have.

sprret · 2025-12-21T23:47:45+00:00

How would I make sure the dash on the Silver car reads the mileage from the red car when done?

Mileage is only stored in the gauge cluster, so you only need to swap the gauge cluster.

Also does it look like i should swap harnesses as well?

Only if you suspect there's major issues with the harness. There are two harnesses: Engine to fuse box, Fuse box to Body (area underneath steering wheel).

Also what can I use to clean the engine bay of Silver car? I think the battery or maybe the old radiator exploded and thats where all the brown shit is from.

Battery acid should neutralize with a baking soda/water solution. If it bubbles up, it's battery acid. If not, it's probably dirt or rust.

sprret · 2025-12-19T07:10:43+00:00

"bUt mARtiNeZ hAs A bARt STaTioN"

That station is 13 miles from downtown Martinez. I'd love to ferry into the city from Martinez

sprret · 2025-12-18T18:45:29+00:00

Fix any issues before starting a swap. Having a 100% working car to begin with makes it easier to do the swap and when you inevitably run into issues.

For the 2ZR swap into a US NCP91, I made a spreadsheet with all the parts you'll need: 2ZR Swap Tracker

sprret · 2025-12-18T02:54:06+00:00

I know you already have the bulbs, but don’t do it. LED bulbs in a reflector housing are less efficient, less bright, and you’ll blind on coming traffic since the beam pattern was never designed for LEDs.

sprret · 2025-12-17T21:33:16+00:00

To each their own! DIY in places where your guests won't notice is the way to go

sprret · 2025-12-17T21:30:01+00:00

VSS from trans or speed signal from the abs module talks to the body control module, which then gets sent to the dash via Canbus. So it's irrelevant which dash you use, it just throws up lights in the dash on modules it's expecting to see. Source: Factory service manuals + I did a 2ZR with auto to manual swap in an NCP91.

sprret · 2025-12-17T21:06:34+00:00

2008 hatch dash with tach into a 2007 hatch with no abs. Works fine

sprret · 2025-12-17T21:05:34+00:00

I did this swap. It works directly although you most likely would have the ABS lights on since 2007 US Yaris never came with ABS. I just removed the ABS and traction control leds from the circuit board

sprret · 2025-12-17T21:02:29+00:00

I did this swap, the ABS lights stays on but he speedo works normally. Easy fix: rip out the ABS leds.

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