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

[Johnnie]

in addition to my last question, i just changed the injectors, it runs better, smoked a bit at first out the exhaust, then ran better...still a low idle, and stinks like crazyanyone have any ideas?

[PapaSmurf2k3]

i am in need of some help.i just finished putting my j30 front calipers on and i put my rims on then i noticed that my rims and calipers were touching literally...i thought the j30 calipers could clear stock oem rims...i would assume they would clear my rims which are ssr reverse mesh 15x6.5 +8.do i need spacers? or did i put them in wrong o.0any help is appreciated!

its pretty damn tough to put brakes on wrong... so chances are you need some spacers... don't forget longer wheel studs while you are at it.

[PapaSmurf2k3]

in addition to my last question, i just changed the injectors, it runs better, smoked a bit at first out the exhaust, then ran better...still a low idle, and stinks like crazyanyone have any ideas?

What color smoke? What does it smell like? What is the idle at? Does it jump around, or is it low and just stay there?

[odmoht]

thanks for reply sir.got some spacers and it cleared it by a lil. for j30 upgrade

edit with a question =ois it good to put my 15x7 in the front and 15x6.5 in the back?cuz i had to do that and i put 5mm spacers up front to clear the calipers.

Modified by odmoht at 9:03 PM 6/5/2009
Modified by odmoht at 9:14 PM 6/5/2009

[PapaSmurf2k3]

its kinda a** backwards... but shouldn't hurt anything. You should definitely look into getting thicker spacers and longer wheel studs, and making it right.

[two40sON240s]

thanks dude

[Johnnie]

What color smoke? What does it smell like? What is the idle at? Does it jump around, or is it low and just stay there?

white smoke, smells like intense carbon (nothing like exhaust regularly does), idles at around 600, then jumps up to 900, then down around 400, then when i tap the accelerator it goes down further, then up again depending on how much pressure i put to the pedal.it's never consistent, but it never idles more than 900rpm.

my smog readout says it idles at 730 rpm

[PapaSmurf2k3]

are you consuming any coolant? You should pull your plugs and see what they look like. Look for vacuum leaks... if everything checks out, pull your Idle Air Control valve and give it a good cleaning.

[Chrisq0904]

I tried searching but couldnt find anything on my question... Im getting ready to do a swap and i was planning on doing an rb20 swap and someone told me to just go for the sr20 since the 240 was built around the sr20. So i was wondering which one would be the better swap and would give me less of a hassle all around?

-Chris

[gordonliu]

I bought a "blacktop" front clip from G-dimension in city of industry, CA.

excellent quality, 57k kilometers (very low mileage), started right up, no issues installing, no hidden problems upon taking it apart, etc.....

I am in the market for a standalone engine managment system and I am opting for a Power FC because I never plan on getting crazy (max of ~300 whp)

there are different Power FC versions for each engine..... Yes, I know, the s13 redtop, blacktop and 180sx versions are, probably, the same (despite different serial numbers)

WHY I AM ASKING:

The front clip that I bought had pop up headlights (no, it was not a 240sx, it had RHD).....

I am under the impression that the 180sx had popups, and was the only JDM silvia with popups.

Hence I obtained a "blacktop" in a front clip with popups.

is my "blacktop" a 180sx engine, or is it simply an "s13 blacktop"

is there any other way to determine which version I have? engine serial number perhaps?

I no longer have the front clip skeleton

[Johnnie]

are you consuming any coolant? You should pull your plugs and see what they look like. Look for vacuum leaks... if everything checks out, pull your Idle Air Control valve and give it a good cleaning.

i seafoamed it today, changed the oil, and cleaned out the carbon gunk in the idle air control valve. that thing was stuck for sure and definitely causing problems with the idle. so that's better, but it still stinks like carbon...

i'm gonna have it sniffed again monday and see if he can hook it to the computer too.anything else i should do?

[PapaSmurf2k3]

I tried searching but couldnt find anything on my question... Im getting ready to do a swap and i was planning on doing an rb20 swap and someone told me to just go for the sr20 since the 240 was built around the sr20. So i was wondering which one would be the better swap and would give me less of a hassle all around?

-Chris

Honestly... there is someone here that will say "either way, you will be more or less better off"

...but honestly, you are better off with the SR... I can't count how many times someone has asked me some obscure RB question to which I have NO anwser..

[PapaSmurf2k3]

i seafoamed it today, changed the oil, and cleaned out the carbon gunk in the idle air control valve. that thing was stuck for sure and definitely causing problems with the idle. so that's better, but it still stinks like carbon...

i'm gonna have it sniffed again monday and see if he can hook it to the computer too.anything else i should do?

check your plugs, clean them if they are fouled...

[dahveed]

so, my passenger side right brake smells like burning after driving, and a weird noise occurs only when i'm in motion. does this mean that the caliper is seizing up? and my rim is extremely dirty, lol.

[Chrisq0904]

Honestly... there is someone here that will say "either way, you will be more or less better off"

...but honestly, you are better off with the SR... I can't count how many times someone has asked me some obscure RB question to which I have NO anwser..

Ok thanks just needed a second opinion, i guess ill just you the money to get a fast spooling turbo.

[PapaSmurf2k3]

so, my passenger side right brake smells like burning after driving, and a weird noise occurs only when i'm in motion. does this mean that the caliper is seizing up? and my rim is extremely dirty, lol.

most likely... it will also be WAY hotter than your other brakes.

[dahveed]

most likely... it will also be WAY hotter than your other brakes.

yarrr. i can feel the heat just by standing next to it lol.

[odmoht]

ok soo...im gettin 15mm spacers and they have built in studs.my wheels only have 4 holes , would i need the replace my original studs for extended ones? 50mm or 60mm ?im

[chris 91]

WANTING to do a engine swap lol. Really big newbie here so just checking before i even think about buying this thing.This is what he is advertising:

90-93 JDM SR20DET S13 RED TOP ENGINE for a price tag of $1,900.00

SPECS:

Donor Vehicle: JDM 1991-1993 S13 Silvia, 180SXMileage: 25k-45k milesDisplacement: 1998ccValve train: DOHC, 16 Valves, Chain driven cam sprocketsHorsepower: 205 HP @ 6000 RPMTorque: 203 LBS-FT @ 4000 RPMTurbo: Yes, T25Ignition: DirectCompression: 8.5:1Bore: 86.0 mmStroke: 86.0 mmInjectors: 370ccCompressor: 0.80A/R Compressor, Garrett T25 Turbo, 0.64A/R ExhaustOther Features: High-port head

INCLUDED PARTS:

Computer (ECU)5spd RWD Transmission100% Complete Engine- Complete Block- Complete Head- Intake Manifold- T25 Garrett Turbocharger- UNCUT Engine Wiring Harness- Sensors- Cam Angle Sensor- Turbo Manifold- Fuel Rail- Injectors- Throttle Body- Alternator- Starter- Coil Pack

Is this a fair price? Just checking before i make a mistake from the beginning lol.Thanks!

[PapaSmurf2k3]

ok soo...im gettin 15mm spacers and they have built in studs.my wheels only have 4 holes , would i need the replace my original studs for extended ones? 50mm or 60mm ?im

if they have built in studs, you don't need to extend your stock ones... so what if your wheels only have 4 holes?

[AZ89two4Tsx]

Is this a fair price? Just checking before i make a mistake from the beginning lol.Thanks!

If everything stated there is correct, especially the mileage, and all the parts are in good condition, yeah, that's a good deal. Most pay much more than that.

[chris 91]

If everything stated there is correct, especially the mileage, and all the parts are in good condition, yeah, that's a good deal. Most pay much more than that.

k thanks. my original motor right now has like 178,xxx miles on it. So i was thinking it wont last much longer so why not get it before its too late lol. My friends are all like motor heads and could help me. And also my father-in-law had a 240 that did this swap and if i ran into any problems he could also help me.

My sis and mom are saying it is not worth it because the car isnt even worth that much. But it is my first car and i dont wanna give it up so i want a good/nice (and of course decently fast) 1st car lol... if u kno wut i mean.

[AZ89two4Tsx]

I wish I had an esssssarrrrr in my first/current car (one in my sig). Your lucky, but hopefully you know how to put it in. Good luck.

[PapaSmurf2k3]

My sis and mom are saying it is not worth it

Ask them if its worth it when you are taking down cars that cost 3-6x as much.

[chris 91]

I wish I had an esssssarrrrr in my first/current car (one in my sig). Your lucky, but hopefully you know how to put it in. Good luck.

nah not too smart when it comes to mechanic stuff lol. but i got several friends that are very familiar with mechanic stuff. and if all else fails my father-in-law could always help me (of course at a price, but i got some extra money.)

Ask them if its worth it when you are taking down cars that cost 3-6x as much.

Yeah they are saying just to sell my car and get a car that is already manual and has a better motor. but its just not that easy for me. i like my car A LOT lol. i mean i got like 8 grand right now and got a job that pays $10 an hour so i def can afford it. just easier said then done i guess.

just nervous ill screw it up!

oh and 1 quick last question.... do i have to do a 5 spd swap in order to put this motor in? i will def do this just wondering...Thanks!

[PapaSmurf2k3]

probably, I think you'd need an auto ECU from an SR... and those are probably pretty hard to come by.

[root_locus]

Hi everyone I have a simple question about my brakes, I have a 1989 240sx.

I noticed an odd smell coming from my rear passenger tire, and the next day there was a grinding sound from the brakes. So I put the car up on jack stands, pulled the rear tires off, put the car in first gear and slowly let the clutch out and saw that the rear passenger rotor was struggling to rotate. Next, I took the caliper bolts out and took a look at the pads and not surprisingly one of the pads was completely gone. Here is some pictures:





I do not understand why the outer pad is completely gone while the inner still has lots of pad left, I would have expected the opposite to occur. Also, the piston has rips in the rubber seal around it.

My question is if this warrants replacing the caliper (and pads obviously must be replaced).

Thank you for any replies!

[bman49]

When I get my S14 I was planning on getting some coilovers. I was wondering if 10k/8k spring rate was too high and I should go for 8k/6k. I'm planning on using this car for dd, but I also want to autox it and plus there are tons of sharp turning mountain roads that I take all the time. I'm looking at either the Stance GR+Pro Coilovers that are 8k/6k or the Tein Super Drift Coilovers that are 10k/8k.

[matzinm2]

WANTING to do a engine swap lol. Really big newbie here so just checking before i even think about buying this thing.This is what he is advertising:

90-93 JDM SR20DET S13 RED TOP ENGINE for a price tag of $1,900.00

SPECS:

Donor Vehicle: JDM 1991-1993 S13 Silvia, 180SXMileage: 25k-45k milesDisplacement: 1998ccValve train: DOHC, 16 Valves, Chain driven cam sprocketsHorsepower: 205 HP @ 6000 RPMTorque: 203 LBS-FT @ 4000 RPMTurbo: Yes, T25Ignition: DirectCompression: 8.5:1Bore: 86.0 mmStroke: 86.0 mmInjectors: 370ccCompressor: 0.80A/R Compressor, Garrett T25 Turbo, 0.64A/R ExhaustOther Features: High-port head

INCLUDED PARTS:

Computer (ECU)5spd RWD Transmission100% Complete Engine- Complete Block- Complete Head- Intake Manifold- T25 Garrett Turbocharger- UNCUT Engine Wiring Harness- Sensors- Cam Angle Sensor- Turbo Manifold- Fuel Rail- Injectors- Throttle Body- Alternator- Starter- Coil Pack

Is this a fair price? Just checking before i make a mistake from the beginning lol.Thanks!

I would say... it depends on what shape the engine really is in. Compression testing included. I got my SR swap for $3000, $2000 for the engine and transmission (like yours as far as milage) and it compression tested just fine. then $1000 for a BUNCH of extra stuff, (FMIC, ECU, BOV, Garrett turbo, Downpipe, Turbo timer, boost controller, etc). Basically it sounds like a realistic in-the-ball-park price for a decent engine. You should have an intercooler of some sort in there though, perhaps a stock side-mount?

[nisstek2]

can someone tell me how to post pix on a thread?