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#002: RWC Work Aug 8, 2026
Mechanical
I've been getting all the little bits sorted for roadworthy, and one of the issues was no wiper washers. Turned out the washer bottle was brimming with this black algae, and seems to have clogged and killed the washer motor. I've cleaned the bottle and replaced the motor which works fine now, but now the next issue down the pipeline has showed itself.
The last time I saw this much gunk in a washer bottle was my mates ST204 that came from out in the boonies filled with rusty brown sludge
The valve/solenoid that controls whether the water goes to the front or rear sprayers is completely siezed, at least from what ive tested. Even when giving it 12v it doesnt seem to switch outputs, but even so it should allow water through in at least one direction at a time. I'll see if I can pull it apart, but most likely will need to be entirely replaced from the seals being perished anyways. valve solenoid

#001: The New Daily Aug 4, 2026
Discussion
The new daily has arrived.
AE82 Seca CS manual with the 4A-LC motor. Sure to be more engaging in every aspect over the camry.
Although it is the daily, I have plenty of, reasonable, plans already for it to make it a more enjoyable experience.
Toyota AE82 starting point


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