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

[comatoseculture]

No. Timing at the dist. May be out from whatever you've been doing with your car. But I doubt crank/cam timing is off. And I know some kids may disagree, but there is a lot more holding your timing components together/ or in proper relation to each other then just the 27 mm nut holding the crank damper on. Plus it rotates clockwise/ tightening not loosening it.

[PapaSmurf2k3]

No, your timing isn't messed up. This isn't a timing belt driven off the crank pulley or anything. Its chain driven.

[spectral7]

is it normal to get a lot vibration when accelerating at the higher gears (esp. 4th or 5th) from below 2000 rpm?

[EnjoiNismo]

is it normal to get a lot vibration when accelerating at the higher gears (esp. 4th or 5th) from below 2000 rpm?

No sir.Coming from wheels/tires?Engine shaking?

But overall its not normal. However our cars are old so its kinda expected on some.

[spectral7]

No sir.Coming from wheels/tires?Engine shaking?

But overall its not normal. However our cars are old so its kinda expected on some.

Think it's the engine...it's not from the suspension anyway. I can give it light throttle, but much more and the whole car starts to shake. Only happens below 2000. No idea what would be causing it, nothing's been modified in there.

[Dazzla]

Think it's the engine...it's not from the suspension anyway. I can give it light throttle, but much more and the whole car starts to shake. Only happens below 2000. No idea what would be causing it, nothing's been modified in there.

exhuast maybe? I broke a hanger on my exhuast and its made my car shaky and it rattles/shrieks at like 1900-2000rpm lol

[odmoht]

need some help with my clutch pedal.every time i bleed my clutch i only get about 2-3 inches of travel till it hits metal.i also have about like 2 inches of freeplay ?i have a new Master and Slave cylinder, SS lines , new clutch and pressure plate.im getting confused on what to do.ive bled it numerous times, went through about maybe 2 bottles, big bottles.need help
Modified by odmoht at 12:44 AM 9/4/2009

[EnjoiNismo]

You try adjusting the clutch pedal?

[EnjoiNismo]

Think it's the engine...it's not from the suspension anyway. I can give it light throttle, but much more and the whole car starts to shake. Only happens below 2000. No idea what would be causing it, nothing's been modified in there.

Motor mounts maybe.

[odmoht]

yes i have sir

[Kalypso]

is it normal to get a lot vibration when accelerating at the higher gears (esp. 4th or 5th) from below 2000 rpm?

where's the vibration coming from? it could be a bad motor mount thats causing your engine and trans to wobble... or a loose bolt on the mounts.

- fresh mounts will cure that quickly. ( at one point, you should disassemble your suspension, and all rods, and arms. remove the sub frame... and cross member, and thoroughly re torque and re apply everything, rebuilding the chassis will re envigorate your car )

- get new sub frame bushings, and that will tighten the whole ride.

- or if you have a hub or wheel bearing issue, you rim/wheel will vibrate under the strain of intense driving. ( this happened to me. )replace your hubs, and studs... and get a good alignment.

eliminate all loose bolts.

need some help with my clutch pedal.every time i bleed my clutch i only get about 2-3 inches of travel till it hits metal.i also have about like 2 inches of freeplay ?i have a new Master and Slave cylinder, SS lines , new clutch and pressure plate.im getting confused on what to do.ive bled it numerous times, went through about maybe 2 bottles, big bottles.need help

thats odd...you should watch the clutch master cylinder while someone else pumps the pedal and see what it does.

make sure its not squirting out all over you. and also on the slave cylinder. if there are no leaks... its a bubble. If its not a bubble something needs to be checked and replaced.

also are you bleeding correctly?
Modified by Kalypso at 7:54 PM 9/4/2009

[AZ89two4Tsx]

What kind of clutch fan blades (not the clutch part) work with the KA-E?

I know other KA and SR ones do, and I'm pretty sure VG ones work too.

[odmoht]

no leaks in the slave.the way i am bleeding is...5 pumps, on the 5th pump hold it there. than restart.is that wrong?also when i look at the slave push on the fork, it only moves about an inch ...o.0what do you mean bubble?

[2g00d4u]

what can I do to loosen up a harden hose? I want to change the PCV valve since I bought a new one as one of the maintenance I need to do.

Also, I looked at the hose that is connected to the PCV and it runs down somewhere that I cant see. Is it possible to change the entire hose by going under the car and disconnecting it from where ever it is connected?

[Kalypso]

no leaks in the slave.the way i am bleeding is...5 pumps, on the 5th pump hold it there. than restart.is that wrong?also when i look at the slave push on the fork, it only moves about an inch ...o.0what do you mean bubble?

bubble as in air bubble, if one gets into the line it will create inconsistencies in pressure.

are you sure you're bleeding correctly? it takes a certain technique... im not great at it, but it has to be done well.

[odmoht]

oh i thought bubbles meant something else ahha.well i dont really know any techniques to bleed it correctly but my bro just told me to pump it 5 times and hold it on the fifth pump.is there a technique to the bleeder valve part?

[TroubleBound]

Quick question..im about to get the energy suspension 'hyper flex master kit' for the s13, do i need to get some aluminum or polyurethane subframe bushings in addition to those? I heard it didn't come with subframe bushings but it includes 'rear subframe inserts' according to the site. http://www.energysuspensionpar...18106 What company makes some of said bushings if this is the case?

[Kalypso]

oh i thought bubbles meant something else ahha.well i dont really know any techniques to bleed it correctly but my bro just told me to pump it 5 times and hold it on the fifth pump.is there a technique to the bleeder valve part?

- ok... to bleed, you attach a hose to bleeder valve on clutch slave. tighten it on it with a zip tie ( so no air gets into the bleeder )

- put the other end of the hose into a bottle of clutch fluid. loosen the bleeder valve until its open... and go into the car and pump the clutch pedal until you get pressure for atleast for 20 - 30 secs.

once the clutch pedal gives a reasonable amount of pressure.

- turn and tighten the bleeder valve without letting air into the line. dont let the hose (thats why we clamp it on with a small zip tie ) remove hose once its sealed and wont turn... the clutch system will bleed and when it has no air in it.

- remove zip tie + hose from the bleeder tip and you got it.

you can find more info if you search on nico and google for 'bleeding clutch slave cylinder' ... or similiar.

I can get pics if needed.

Quick question..im about to get the energy suspension 'hyper flex master kit' for the s13, do i need to get some aluminum or polyurethane subframe bushings in addition to those? I heard it didn't come with subframe bushings but it includes 'rear subframe inserts' according to the site. http://www.energysuspensionpar...18106 What company makes some of said bushings if this is the case?

im confused... but i think you're looking for these... you can get 'sub frame spacers' in aluminum or polyurethane...

poly is softer for street driving aluminum is harder.


Modified by Kalypso at 7:35 AM 9/5/2009

[TroubleBound]

Sweet, that's exactly what i was looking for and the pic even included the site. Thank you Kalypso.

[odmoht]

gotcha, will do today.

[2g00d4u]

Is it possible if I could disconnect the wiring harness on the ecu, remove the box, and finally reconnect the wiring harness?

The tutorial to check for codes says not to, but I cant move the box around because of the tubing in the way.

NVM. I managed to take it off. PITA though.
Modified by 2g00d4u at 5:34 PM 9/5/2009

[AZ89two4Tsx]

You guys are mean. You didn't answer my question.

[Why]

Hey new here n im looking for a 1998 Nissan 240 SX im trying to look but im not sure where to look for them. Autotrader doesnt have a 1998 model and its a lil pricey and Craigslist is sucking for me any ideas?

[AZ89two4Tsx]

Nico classifieds, craigslist, your local forums, ebay, newspaper, etc....

Come on, is it really that difficult?

[Why]

NO SIR! but ive had bad luck esp with craigs list maybe im being to specific but im not getting the type of options id hoped for. Either way thanks appreciate it
Modified by Why at 3:36 PM 9/6/2009

[Kalypso]

NO SIR! but ive had bad luck esp with craigs list maybe im being to specific but im not getting the type of options id hoped for. Either way thanks appreciate it

keep scouring, I find gems all the time, but I never have the $.

craigslist and nico classifieds work... or you could look into an sc300

What kind of clutch fan blades (not the clutch part) work with the KA-E?

I know other KA and SR ones do, and I'm pretty sure VG ones work too.

Az i dont know, I'd have to seriously research it.

what can I do to loosen up a harden hose? I want to change the PCV valve since I bought a new one as one of the maintenance I need to do.

Also, I looked at the hose that is connected to the PCV and it runs down somewhere that I cant see. Is it possible to change the entire hose by going under the car and disconnecting it from where ever it is connected?

If im not mistaken about the PCV valve and what you're referring to.

I think the best thing, is too remove the entire intake manifoldit seems like a big job, but takes 20 mins, if you have the tools.

the best way to reach something is to disassemble it, or the parts around it.

[Why]

Alright thanks ill keep looking then also can i get a lil clarification on the names Zenki and Kouki i know zenki is earlier models im guessing 90-95 and kouki is 95-98 i believe? What are the major diffrences? i read mainly body parts but also diffrent engines? which is better and why?

[OutToWinPAHC]

Welcome to Nico "Why" Please check this here, its one of the other stickies. TONS of good info and it will show you and tell you S chassis details under the first couple of links in the sticky. zer...sting

[rzerob]

"why" Don't limit yourself to a 98. They are one of the rarest to come by. If you like the kouki front end(97-98) search for 95-98 240sx. 97 and 98 are kouki and 95-96 can have a front end conversion. They are cheaper and easier to come by. I believe 97 and 98 are exactly the same. But if you are dead set on a 98 be prepared to spend around 6k+(5 speed)for one that is decent. You could get lucky and find one cheaper but if they know what they are selling it is going to cost you. Good Luck.

[odmoht]

ooookive bleed it with that straw technique and worked good.but i still have the same pedal travel, about a good 2-3 inches till it hits metal and i still get about 3inches of "play", i can pull up on the pedal and get that much distance.also does the white plastic piece on the spring help alot? cuz when i got my pedal it was really busted. i poked at it n it fell off.