I'm New Here And I have A Simple Question Thread, (No Flaming Allowed)

[PapaSmurf2k3]

can any1 tell me wat i need for auto 2 manual ka24de swap . . . 1992 se besides the transmission

Master Cylinder, Slave Cylinder, clutch, flywheel, clutch pedal, Thinner brake pedal??, hydraulic lines. Thats all I can think of right now.

[Melda240]

Supposedly an s14 cylinder head fits on a s13 block... well it fits except one flaw.

The valve covers dont match there are 2 bolts on the s14 valve cover and 3 on the s13 valve cover... Nobody told me this.

Just a bit of FYI that people neglected to tell me...

Not a big deal if u have ready access to s14 parts.

[Melda240]

My question is this:If I have the HUD and digital speedometor as well as power locks and windows does that mean I got the higher end SE model or could it still possibly be a base model with added features?? Also what are the differences between the base and SE? THANKS.

I have an SE the only real difference between the basic and SE is that Se useually come power window/locks and also tend to come twin cam. A big give away belive it or not is that the SE are the ONLY 240's that came with a back winshield wiper.

[adrianfromthecastle]

I have an SE the only real difference between the basic and SE is that Se useually come power window/locks and also tend to come twin cam.

partly wrong.

Twin cam engines are irrelevant to trim on 240s. They're only dependant on year. I have a base model 92, and mine came with a twin cam.

You're thinking hondas, with the EX, LX, DX, etc.

[qat727]

partly wrong.

Twin cam engines are irrelevant to trim on 240s. They're only dependant on year. I have a base model 92, and mine came with a twin cam.

You're thinking hondas, with the EX, LX, DX, etc.

Partly wrong. Agreed on the SOHC/DOHC 240SX info.

If we're talking USDM, the general rule for most Hondas is that the number of cams doesn't change for a given model based on trim level. HP ratings and engine features can change, but that's about it. i.e. VTEC, VTEC-E, number of valves, etc. The only exceptions I can think of off hand are the Del Sol VTEC and the 99-00 Si, both of which got a DOHC where the rest of the line got a SOHC. Accords might have a few exceptions, but the rule holds true for most of the product line.

If you're talking about JDM, UKDM, or EDM then never mind, because all bets are off. It seems that they threw whatever engine they could find into whatever chassis they had on hand and slapped a new badge on it.

Regardless, this is NICO, so I'll shut up about the Honda stuff.

[PapaSmurf2k3]

Supposedly an s14 cylinder head fits on a s13 block... well it fits except one flaw.

The valve covers dont match there are 2 bolts on the s14 valve cover and 3 on the s13 valve cover... Nobody told me this.

Just a bit of FYI that people neglected to tell me...

Not a big deal if u have ready access to s14 parts.

First of all, I don't know what you are talking about... my valve cover has about 12 bolts on it. Secondly... what does it matter? If you have a head from an S14... chances are you also got the valve cover with that head.

I have an SE the only real difference between the basic and SE is that Se useually come power window/locks and also tend to come twin cam. A big give away belive it or not is that the SE are the ONLY 240's that came with a back winshield wiper.

I think it depends a lot on the year. I have a 91 SE (coupe). It has crank windows, manual locks, crappy tweed interior... and SE rims. It appears the ONLY thing on my car that designates it as an SE is the rims, which are long since gone.

[shmex]

Hey i was just wonderin, cuz i read someone say that its posted somwhere, but couldnt find it...probably using the wrong search terms.

Is there a list of what the rps13 and all the abbreviated stuff at. I know theres the one in the faq about the 240...but i dont remember if it has the whole jargon of the rps and stuff like that thanx!

[Half_Demon785]

hi, i have a 90' 240sx hatchback and a friend is disputing with me whether or not it has HICAS he said he looked on wikipedia and it said all 240 hatchbacks had it, i told him it doesn't have HICAS badging and i didn't see any steering joints under the rear of the car, he said i needed to do more research online. so my question, did 89'-90' 240sx's come with HICAS?

[qat727]

hi, i have a 90' 240sx hatchback and a friend is disputing with me whether or not it has HICAS he said he looked on wikipedia and it said all 240 hatchbacks had it, i told him it doesn't have HICAS badging and i didn't see any steering joints under the rear of the car, he said i needed to do more research online. so my question, did 89'-90' 240sx's come with HICAS?

Wikipedia FTL. No, tell your friend that not all hatches came with HICAS. HICAS was optional. It wasn't even that common of an option.

[Half_Demon785]

Wikipedia FTL. No, tell your friend that not all hatches came with HICAS. HICAS was optional. It wasn't even that common of an option.

thanks for your help

[adrianfromthecastle]

Partly wrong. Agreed on the SOHC/DOHC 240SX info.

If we're talking USDM, the general rule for most Hondas is that the number of cams doesn't change for a given model based on trim level. HP ratings and engine features can change, but that's about it. i.e. VTEC, VTEC-E, number of valves, etc. The only exceptions I can think of off hand are the Del Sol VTEC and the 99-00 Si, both of which got a DOHC where the rest of the line got a SOHC. Accords might have a few exceptions, but the rule holds true for most of the product line.

If you're talking about JDM, UKDM, or EDM then never mind, because all bets are off. It seems that they threw whatever engine they could find into whatever chassis they had on hand and slapped a new badge on it.

Regardless, this is NICO, so I'll shut up about the Honda stuff.

eh... I was merely implying that trim level on 240s are irrelevant to what's under the hood, like hondas (regardless of cams). But I shoulda clarified that

[hud_240coupe]

YO, niether the heads up display nor the digital tach seems to be working on my coupe??

Would it be easier to work on it myself or is it better to look for a whole other unit from a different car?

Also I eventually wanna get rid of the SOHC my car came with for a DOHC but I heard from some where I would have to get the digital dash and HUD unit from out of a 91-93 for it to work with a dual cam engine. Is this true or would the tach that my car came with still work with a dual KA? That is if I did decide and was able to repair it.

[gold on gold yo]

i am having a hard time getting the egr disconnected from my stock exhaust manifold to install my header. i was wondering what size or what would the best way to get that loose. i tried to vise grip it but it wouldnt work for me? is it a 26m or do i need like a line wrench?

[PapaSmurf2k3]

i am having a hard time getting the egr disconnected from my stock exhaust manifold to install my header. i was wondering what size or what would the best way to get that loose. i tried to vise grip it but it wouldnt work for me? is it a 26m or do i need like a line wrench?

Chances are it is rusted on like a mofo. Why are you replacing your factory header anyway? Have you ever looked at it? It is essentially a well designed header.

Anyway, your best bet is to use heat to get it off. Torch the mother, then try and loosen it. When I took off my manifold (to replace it with a turbo manifold), that thing was really on there. I wasn't going to keep it anyway, so I cut that bisch off, and removed the rest of the system. I don't reccomend doing this, cos you most likely won't be able to pass emissions.

[PapaSmurf2k3]

YO, niether the heads up display nor the digital tach seems to be working on my coupe??

Would it be easier to work on it myself or is it better to look for a whole other unit from a different car?

Also I eventually wanna get rid of the SOHC my car came with for a DOHC but I heard from some where I would have to get the digital dash and HUD unit from out of a 91-93 for it to work with a dual cam engine. Is this true or would the tach that my car came with still work with a dual KA? That is if I did decide and was able to repair it.

From what I understand, you are better off just switching out the entire gauge cluster. When going to DOHC, you need the DOHC gauge cluster (from what I remember). Why? Something about the tach and/or speed signal being different in a SOHC. Good luck!

[gold on gold yo]

alright thanks bro, i will try to heat it up. i guess i never really looked at the stock manifold but i see what your saying. i was given a ssautochrome header so thats why i am swapping it. you wouldnt know if i needed a line wrench or anything out of the ordinary would i? thanks for your help

[PapaSmurf2k3]

usually line wrenches are used on brake lines and such... smaller sized nuts, because they are more prone to stripping. I would think the EGR tube nut is big enough to where it isn't prone to stripping. A line wrench would provide better grip though. If you have access to one, and it fits around the tube, definately use it. Otherwise... I wouldn't worry.

[roeinondubs]

does any1 know how to put coil packs from a sr20 onto a ka24de? or if there is a after market setup?

[shmex]

Hey i was wondering, my gf's nissan sentra got totalled and i just bought a battery for the car before it happened. I dont wanna lose the pretty much brand spankin new battery...so i was wonderin if the same battery used for the sentra can be used on the 240????

[PapaSmurf2k3]

Hey i was wondering, my gf's nissan sentra got totalled and i just bought a battery for the car before it happened. I dont wanna lose the pretty much brand spankin new battery...so i was wonderin if the same battery used for the sentra can be used on the 240????

People use miata batteries for 240s... so I don't see why not. If it fits and cranks over fine... go for it!

[tekon]

i was wondering if a s15 steering wheel will fit a s14? if not what modifications do i need? a new hub?

also i have a '97 240sx automatic. if i buy a sr20 5 speed will most the manual parts i need to change the car to five speed come from the sr20?

[Mr. Bojangles89]

I was not sure where to put this so figured this would be the best place, I was wondering if 6900 for a '97 240 5 speed with 88k miles on it is a good deal, it seemed good to me but was not sure. Bit suspicious though because the others seem more expensive for more mileage.

[PapaSmurf2k3]

i was wondering if a s15 steering wheel will fit a s14? if not what modifications do i need? a new hub?

also i have a '97 240sx automatic. if i buy a sr20 5 speed will most the manual parts i need to change the car to five speed come from the sr20?

S15 to S14 deal... I don't really know, But I wanna say yes it will fit with no mods.

If the SR20 5 speed comes as a front clip (as in comes with motor, transmission, and entire front end), then you will have everything. If not, you need a clutch pedal assembly, and some hardlines and stuff to route to the slave cylinder (and maybe master and slave if it doesn't come with it.)If you are buying JUST the transmission, you will need a stock bellhousing, and all the aformentioned parts.

[PapaSmurf2k3]

I was not sure where to put this so figured this would be the best place, I was wondering if 6900 for a '97 240 5 speed with 88k miles on it is a good deal, it seemed good to me but was not sure. Bit suspicious though because the others seem more expensive for more mileage.

If the car is mint... that is a OK. Also, check to see if it has ABS (and with it, a viscous limited slip) that will drive up the price a little bit. Post pictures if you can.

[Mr. Bojangles89]

If the car is mint... that is a OK. Also, check to see if it has ABS (and with it, a viscous limited slip) that will drive up the price a little bit. Post pictures if you can.

It does have ABS, I believe this weekend I am going to go look closer at the car and can possibly get some pictures then, although if it looks good, has a clean carfax, and is checked out by a mechanic I will probably have the pictures from it in my driveway lol. I also have a couple questions about the black top SR20DET from an S14 that I am truly sorry for not wanting to search for the answers too...

1) What grade fuel must be used? 2) What are the main problems people experience with them?

[Scuffed_ChukiCoupe]

watsup guys, i had posted a thread in the wheel/tires section but no replies. i guess its not a popular place to be so ill post the question here:

Hey guys, im moving to orlando next week. Im gettin rid of my car, and hopin to buy this guys 95 240sx tht's 5 lug swapped with 300zx brakes. I got a set of rims, the fronts measure 235 45 17 the rears 255 45 17. So to make this fit, spacers? If so what size, and extended studs are a definite but should i get the longest? Fender roll?

Also another question. To tell that an s14 has a vlsd rear other than doign a burnout, the diff. cover should have fins on it right? thanks

[PapaSmurf2k3]

1) What grade fuel must be used? 2) What are the main problems people experience with them?

1. Premium. Minimum 91 octane. You can use lower octane in a pinch, but stay the hell out of boost, and you will most likely lose gas milage.

2. wiring problems due to a crappy install.

I got a set of rims, the fronts measure 235 45 17 the rears 255 45 17. So to make this fit, spacers? If so what size, and extended studs are a definite but should i get the longest? Fender roll?

Also another question. To tell that an s14 has a vlsd rear other than doign a burnout, the diff. cover should have fins on it right? thanks

We can't tell if the rims will fit just by what you gave us. It depends a lot on spoke design whether they will clear Z brakes or not. If not, get spacers (how big depends on how close they are to clearing the Z brakes). If you get bigass spacers (25mm), a lot of them have new studs right in them, so you won't have to get longer ones. If you go anything bigger than a 3mm spacer, you are going to want to get longer wheel studs.

Diff Covers- both have fins. The VLSD fin design is different. There should be an orange sticker on the diff. If not, and it still looks like VLSD to you, jack it up, put the car in neutral, and spin 1 wheel. The other should spin in the same direction.

[The Inflicted]

I'm rebuilding my 1995 240SX after someone wrecked into me. I'm having to replace the hood, fenders, and headlights, and I figured if I'm doing all that I may as well do a Kouki conversion.

My question is, if I go to Kouki headlights and fenders, will I need to replace the front bumper cover as well?

Also, these things look too good to be true. Should I be suspicious of them?http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors...ZWDVW

[PapaSmurf2k3]

yeah, I'm pretty sure you will need a new bumper as well. As for the lights... I guess you can do what you want. If you don't mind the look of them, go for it I guess? I have some lights I bought off ebay like 4 years ago and they still work fine.

[randallblaine]

Alright guys I'm new to the 240 I WAS a Honda man but after my GF's family basically gave me the 92 s13 240 KA24DE I loved the way it drove even with its issues....how ever I ran it dry and now its knocking. I've been told I spun a bearing what kind of internal damage can that that do? Also the Auto Trans doesn't want to shift until about 4 thousand any clues? I don't know a whole lot other the everyone talks about the SR and swapping it? I know my basics of cars, but performance I won't claim anything I don't know.