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

[PapaSmurf2k3]

what do you mean ran it dry? Ran it dry of oil or ran it dry of gas?If the transmission doesn't want to shift until about 4000, check the fluid level in the transmission. Sometimes, when it is low, it acts like you are describing. If the motor is toast, and you want to do a motor swap, you should be able to find a SR20 red top with 5 speed transmission for maybe $2500? I don't really know... I'm not into the SR.

[randallblaine]

I'm not wanting a a Sr i like the KA how hard is it to convert to MTand what kinda boost can a stock KA take? and dry on oil

[PapaSmurf2k3]

in order to get the best answers... PLEASE try and clean up what you type. Use some grammar. What I understand is:"I don't neccessarily want an SR, I like the KA. How hard is it to convert to a 5 speed transmission, and how much power can the stock KA make with an added turbo? My KA ran dry on oil, not gas.

KA-T question:zerothread/226410

5 speed swap question:zerothread/181139(S14, but S13 should be easier... I don't think you have to swap your ECU).

[EthanM]

ok so i just bought an 95 s14 and just got exhust. i plan on getting Ls dif. soon. i dont have the money for turbo yet so i was wondering how to raise horse and torque cheaper? would intake be a good way to go? if so what model?

thanks for any help you can give

[PapaSmurf2k3]

Just save your money for turbo. You will end up replacing any intake components you would buy anyway. Your best bet for more HP that you can use after turbo, would be a set of cams.

[TBarry]

Alright so the time has come to upgrade my suspension... but the only problem is I'm not completely sure of all the parts i need to get. and first off i want some input on coilovers, i was thinking about tein ss coilovers, or greddy type s. I'm not sure if there is a huge difference in the two but i was just wondering.

also i was going to get greddy front and rear strut bars. and an es bushing kit.

so what am i missing?

thanks for the help

lost...

[adrianfromthecastle]

Alright so the time has come to upgrade my suspension... but the only problem is I'm not completely sure of all the parts i need to get. and first off i want some input on coilovers, i was thinking about tein ss coilovers, or greddy type s. I'm not sure if there is a huge difference in the two but i was just wondering.

also i was going to get greddy front and rear strut bars. and an es bushing kit.

so what am i missing?

thanks for the help

lost...

both coilovers you suggested are great coilovers, but moreover their differences, do you know what spring rates you're looking for?

bushing kit is a great start too. but depending on how low you're planning on going, I'd also look into getting some rear upper control arms to adjust rear camber and after market front tie rods and tie rod ends to adjust front caster.

[TBarry]

i dont want to drop the car to much, i like the height that it is now. and any lower would almost be pointless because it wouldn't go over speed bumps and such.

spring rates... no idea.

[adrianfromthecastle]

i dont want to drop the car to much, i like the height that it is now. and any lower would almost be pointless because it wouldn't go over speed bumps and such.

well, I'd still look into getting some rear upper control arms to have that rear camber adjustablity at your fingertips. Front camber plates already come with the coilovers.

spring rates... no idea.

what do you plan on doing mostly with your 240? daily driven on street? Track? a mixture of both?

Honestly, I think a spring rate of 7/5 kg/mm (front/ rear respectively) would be the ideal spring rate for daily street driven (with the correct damper settings ofcourse). But if you'd like a bit more stiffness for the track, look for a higher spring rate (i.e. 10/8). I'd say check out both sites (Tein and Greddy) to see which spring rates they offer to accomodate the road conditions you have.

[TBarry]

well, im sorry to say but its probably never going to make it out to the track... ever. so it would just be a street car. thanks for your help, have any suggestions on upper control arms? im completely new at buying parts. i have no idea what i need.

[adrianfromthecastle]

well, im sorry to say but its probably never going to make it out to the track... ever. so it would just be a street car. thanks for your help, have any suggestions on upper control arms? im completely new at buying parts. i have no idea what i need.

SPL RUCAs are by far one of the best, imo.http://splparts.com/main4/part...k.htm

they are a bit pricey, but I can assure you won't regret its purchase.

[TBarry]

those are really nice, and the price is do-able. but those rear upper control arms were only for the s13, i have a s14...

other then that, thanks for all your help.

[adrianfromthecastle]

those are really nice, and the price is do-able. but those rear upper control arms were only for the s13, i have a s14...

other then that, thanks for all your help.

oops

http://splparts.com/main4/part...k.htm

or just surf the spl site for other stuff they have.

http://splparts.com

[hud_240coupe]

I wanna do a 5 speed conversion but at the same time I wanna ditch my current single cam for a 91-up dual cam or the SR20det. If I found a dual cam allready with a manual transmission would it be a direct bolt on to my car?

Also If I did wanna just get the SR20(which I really do), is it legal in California, or is there a way to make it legal here to pass smog/emissions??? If I'm caught???

[PapaSmurf2k3]

Well... technically, it will "Bolt up", but you are going to have a lot of wiring to do. For either motor, you will need a new wiring harness and ECU. Also, if you are changing from an auto to a manual, you will need to change your driveshaft.

[Tarheelgeek]

If I want to lower my 1998 kouki about 1.5" and get a little better handling on a budget what is the best way to go?

[Tarheelgeek]

I forgot to ask... Is there a place that I can by the outer trim (fiberglass) for my 1998 kouki sunroof. I have only been able to find the complete assembly for $800.

I would like a new on, but may have to go used if I can't find one.

[PapaSmurf2k3]

If I want to lower my 1998 kouki about 1.5" and get a little better handling on a budget what is the best way to go?

If you are loaded with cash, get coilovers and adjust them to whatever height you want. If not, try finding a set of springs that will lower it 1.5 inches... and hopefully not blow your shocks. The best option would probably be to find a set of springs/shocks that you can use. Be aware you will need a spring compressor to change the suspension out if it doesn't come all pre assembled (with new upper strut mounts).

[Evildalton]

Hi new here, From Canada. I work as a mechanic I love cars of all sorts but mostly tuner cars. I have a 2003 Acura Rsx Type S.

I don't accually have a 240sx but I want to buy one... Never had a RWD tuner car, exactly what I want to buy .

I want to buy a car for under $5000 (all I can afford ) and build it up over time... I was wondering if anyone had some suggestions of the best year to get and some cheap mods to do when I get it (keep in mind I only want to spend $5000 max ). I want a hatchback and I love the flip up lights but haven't looked at too many pics of the newer models. Pm me if you have some good sites I can do some research on or some info, pics whatever I apprecciate any help... I plan to do research on my own before buying I just thought I would ask for some help...

EvilDalton

[ka-t4u]

hi guys, my 240 seems to have abad maf sensor and it looks like the maf off a z32 will end up cheaper than a replacement for mine, since i want to go turbo later on it wouldn't hurt to have it, but would it work with the stock ECU??

the car is a 93 240sx with a fully rebuilt KA24DE.

any help will be apreciated!!!!!

thxs

[PapaSmurf2k3]

That MAF will NOT work with the stock ECU. You will need either an ECU retune, or an SAFC or something of the like.Check the classifieds here, people get rid of stock MAFs all the time for WAY less than a Z32 MAF.

[Scuffed_ChukiCoupe]

The real jdm headlighs off a silvia dont turn yellow in the sun right?

[Scuffed_ChukiCoupe]

These are hid glare guard or somethin of the sort. It blocks the upwards glare in h4 housings. Anyone know where i can these?

[SIlFourty54]

Hi Everyone, I am new on here and i have done a SR swap and a RB swap and have been around 240s quite a bit but my question to you guys if you can help me i live in iowa so its hard for me to get access to things and i bought 555cc injectors for my SR to do my turbo upgrade but i cant seem to find anywhere close by to adjust or tune my ECU for these! so please if someone can help me out, it would be more than grateful! and another thing if someone could also help me find a Z32 maf that would also help for this Thank You!

[PapaSmurf2k3]

Well, you could tune it yourself if you got an E-manage, or an SAFC or something, or you could order a tune from JWT, Enthalpy, or E-mance. Z32 mafs are frequently in the classifieds section of this forum.

[gorski_89]

Hi new to nico so just sayin hello. I own a 95 240sx se, man, and hopin to fix her up this summer. WILL have a lot of questions, as this is my first 240 but for now, just gettin my 10 posts

[shmex]

So I have a question bout power windows on a 90 fastback. I was a traffic court today and my power windows died(with the window all the wa down)...I took the panel off on the driver side and found that a clickin noise or a tick tick tick noise was coming from the pw relay. I was wondering if that's all it is that I need to replace....the other power window works...but the driver side didn't. When I took the relay out it was waterlogged and found that the ticking was coming from the relay. I'm thinking its blown and all I need is another one...am I right??? Thanx a lot guys! -Heath

[PapaSmurf2k3]

chances are that if it was waterlogged, it needs to get replaced reguardless. The only other options of why your window will not work are: The switch, and the motor itself. If you want, you can try putting power directly to the motor to see if it still works.

[Scuffed_ChukiCoupe]

dammit papa i feel hurt. My questions went unanswered. (second and third posts of this page) ty

[DJButton]

dammit papa i feel hurt. My questions went unanswered. (second and third posts of this page) ty

Well I'll give it a shot, glare gaurds are usually a cheap fix for poor cut-off on cheap HID's, so not sure what your application is but try ebay for HID kit replacement parts etc. I'm not sure where else you would find as they aren't a common piece by themselves. As the the JDM S14 headlights, look for Euro's easier to find and they are glass so yes they will not yellow with age and/or sunlight. Hope that covers it