White smoke, when changing DOWN to 2nd gear

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jmma, Apr 14, 7:33pm
and no brakes (o:

carkitter, Apr 14, 8:01pm
In theory yes, in practice, have you ever seen this happen on a Japanese car, least of all a 1990's Toyota! I haven't. I think this explanation is a red herring.

mrfxit, Apr 14, 8:38pm
Will admit not seen it happen in a jappa . BUT still a remote possibility.

johnf_456, Apr 14, 8:49pm
Correct

carkitter, Oct 30, 9:49pm
It's the sort of thing one expects on a Hillman Hunter or a Austin Mini, not a Starlet turbo. Worn valve guide seals or rings on the other hand.