Post date: Feb 20, 2016 12:58:35 PM

1st Gen JDM 3S-GELU Engine from ST162 Celica GT-S as received from Makoto Auto Parts Corporation in Gardena, California in January of 2008.

View showing the Exhaust Manifold with heat shield removed.

The original JDM Manifold does not contain a port for EGR.

The original timing belt as installed from Toyota at the factory.

The Timing Gear Pulley no.1 had a hairline crack, possibly from shipping.

Engine mounted to engine stand in my garage.

Exhaust Manifold removed. View inside the Exhaust Ports showing carbon buildup.

Closeup view of the Valve Cover and T-VIS badge on the Intake Manifold.

Rear view of the engine showing the T-VIS Actuator and Intake Manifold with 8 Intake Runners.

Closeup view of the T-VIS Actuator and Vacuum Reservoir Tank.