Abeja Roja
(The Red Bee) 1973 Toyota Corolla
The build of a 1973 Toyota Corolla TE21 chassis. Michael Yount’s history with these chassis dates back more than 30 years when he campaigned an TE27 Corolla chassis in SCCA racing. Life’s priorities changed through the years which made him sell his little “Abeja”, but in his later years he had the chance to grab another one. This one is affectionately called Abeja Roja, The Red Bee, as a throwback to his SCCA racer. Click the link to read his blog story and follow along.
The Build
Toyota 2TG Intake – Adapt Downdraft to DOHC Head
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Holy Grail 2TG DOHC Head Valve Seal Removal
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Holy Grail 2TG DOHC Head Disassembly
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The Holy Grail – Disassembly – Camshaft Measurements
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HOLY GRAIL 2TG Toyota Motor – Lady Luck Shines!
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Toyota Corolla Fiberglass Front Bumper Fabrication – Part 1
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Fiberglass Rear Bumper Fabrication – Part 2 – Finished Product
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Fiberglass Rear Bumper Fabrication – 1973 Toyota Corolla
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Ported Toyota 3TC Intake – Stage 5
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