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

[PyRo_240SX]

whats up everyone, quick question, im new to the site, but i jus got my own 93 240 sx (s13) and i was wondering wheres the best place to get parts, i need a driver side fender asap so i can paint my car... thanks!

[PapaSmurf2k3]

You could try a junkyard, or go through the NICO classifieds and see if anyone is selling one, or parting a car out. You can also post a WTB thread in the classifieds.

[PyR0NiAk]

You could try a junkyard, or go through the NICO classifieds and see if anyone is selling one, or parting a car out.

What's it like 15 minutes from now? Your post says 2:43am

Edit: Apparently, NICO's clock is 15 minutes fast, because mine says 2:45...

[PapaSmurf2k3]

The NICO is in the future.... Xmas 2010.

[blaster17363]

My speedometer reads double. Exactly double.

I have a sr20det in an s14. Would this be caused by having a KA speed sensor or something?I doubt its the speedo because it goes up twice as fast as it's supposed to.

Any replies appreciated as always

[rzerob]

89-90 are considered Kouki aka Pignose cars

I thought they were Zenki... not that it really matters, everyone just calls it the pignose anyway.

Timeline- Zenki, Chuki, Zenki, Kouki

In japanese zenki translates to "first part". Kouki translates to "later part" or "final". Japanese sometimes has many meanings for one word so I could be wrong in translation but I think the translations i gave are what they are supposed to be. With that being said kouki could not be the first half. That wouldn't make sense would it? I have no clue what chuki means, it would be best to ask someone that lives on the other side of the pond for that one.

My speedometer reads double. Exactly double.

I have a sr20det in an s14. Would this be caused by having a KA speed sensor or something?I doubt its the speedo because it goes up twice as fast as it's supposed to.

Any replies appreciated as always

This is a long shot and don't take it as an insult I only ask because I have seen this somewhere before. An acquaintance of mine just bought a car and the speed was off by almost double and we couldn't figure out what it was. Come to find out he had a jdm gauge cluster with kph instead of mph. If not it has to be an electrical issue. A chewed up speed sensor gear would be on/off again or not work at all. It would be best to ask the SR forum and see if anyone else has had this same issue. Chances are someone over there will be able to help you out better. Good luck and post back on here after you fix it, I am interested to know what is causing that kind of issue, for my own personal future reference.

[speedeast]

Orr... the circumference of your tires is exactly half that of the OEM size! LMAO

If it was KPH, it wouldn't be exactly double, it would be 1.61x the mph. BUT on the other hand... how do you know it reads exactly double!?

[Brownskills]

Hey guys, need some help;

Was looking into upgrading the s14 deck('95), since the stock is almost unbearable.Wondering if anyone knows speaker dimensions, deck adapter, harness. Any pointers would be appreciated in installing a new deck/speakers.

Thanks in advance

[PapaSmurf2k3]

check http://www.crutchfield.com for that. They do all that pretty much automatically.

Also check http://www.240sxtech.com to see if there are any custom speaker upgrades or something.

[rzerob]

Orr... the circumference of your tires is exactly half that of the OEM size! LMAO

If it was KPH, it wouldn't be exactly double, it would be 1.61x the mph. BUT on the other hand... how do you know it reads exactly double!?

LOL. But it is a true story, and I did say almost double. I am looking forward to finding out what caused this issue in his car.

[speedeast]

LOL. But it is a true story, and I did say almost double. I am looking forward to finding out what caused this issue in his car.

+1

And Crutchfield ftw

[bersh240]

alrighty here goes..im hooking up the a/f ratio gauge that was in my car when i got it. but not hooked up.so i ripped it all apart and found the power for the oil pressure gauge thats right next to a/f on dash. so i spliced in power to the a/f on that same wire. found a ground and it works. but.there a lil green light on even when ignitions off.did i taap into wrong power source? or is that supposed to happenand also how the purple wire get into the ecu. just stuff it in with the other purple wire in the ecu harness?

edit:nvm i figured it out. oil pressure has its own shut off so im gona use radio power intead. and purple wire is supposed to go to the wrire from o2 sensor. if im wrong let me know...
Modified by bersh240 at 7:45 PM 1/26/2010

[blaster17363]

You know those signs on the street that show the speed you're going? It shows 20 if my speedo says 40, 30 if my speedo says 60, etc.

Could it possibly be that the USDM final drive is 4.1 and the JDM one is 3.6? and I'm on 16s with 45 series tires.

[tmwnn]

Sup guys, hope you can help me out.

Im thinking about doing the Maxima/180sx brake swap and have a question:

I read in some forum that the maxima, altima, and 240 brake calipers are all the same, the difference being the caliper mounting brackets.

So could someone confirm if I could just get the brackets off a Maxima and use them on my stock calipers for the 180sx brake swap?

Its cheaper/more convenient for me to just order the mounting brackets than to go to a JY and hunt for the entire caliper assembly.

thanks

[rzerob]

You know those signs on the street that show the speed you're going? It shows 20 if my speedo says 40, 30 if my speedo says 60, etc.

Could it possibly be that the USDM final drive is 4.1 and the JDM one is 3.6? and I'm on 16s with 45 series tires.

whatever gear ratio you have in your rear should not cause these symptomsIt is more than likely an electrical issue. Like I said in a previous post. Post this down on the sr forum. But keep us posted, I am interested in what is causing these conditions.

[troskinatior]

ok... so im back againis the s14 trans bigger then the s13. because im trying to take out my transmission in my s13 and the top of the transmission hits the bottom of the firewall, so is there a certain trick? and by the way i have a s14 engine and trans.

[Afrodrift]

alrighty i got two questions guys.

Im looking into buying this pristine looking s14 with rather low original miles (86k) on a local forum. the offer seemd too good to be true so i started browsing the sellers older posts and it would appear as though he turbo'd the Ka at around 70-75k and then unturbo'd it around 80. I donno but that seems kinda sketchy to me. would there be anything really detrimental that i should look for because of this? i donno too much about cars.when i go see it im gunna ask him about it and some other things i found a little weird.

also anyone know where i can find these headlamps? or atleast what their called so i can look 'em up.


Modified by Afrodrift at 8:37 PM 1/27/2010

[Caveit77777]

I'm looking to buy an s13 but it needs a new driveshaft bearing. It runs fine but has a knocking sound every once in a while. It is still worth it? I found the bearing at multiple places online but am I going to get whacked with a huge install fee or could it be a simple DIy project?

[jayrawr]

been searching here, and on zilvia, and on google... i've been contemplating if i should buy some 18x10+25 all around, however i am pretty "slammed".. and was wondering if anyone has ever run this size wheel up front on an s13 hatch... i mainly want to know if they will clear stance gr+pro coilovers.

[speedeast]

alrighty i got two questions guys.

Im looking into buying this pristine looking s14 with rather low original miles (86k) on a local forum. the offer seemd too good to be true so i started browsing the sellers older posts and it would appear as though he turbo'd the Ka at around 70-75k and then unturbo'd it around 80. I donno but that seems kinda sketchy to me. would there be anything really detrimental that i should look for because of this? i donno too much about cars.when i go see it im gunna ask him about it and some other things i found a little weird.

also anyone know where i can find these headlamps? or atleast what their called so i can look 'em up.

Unturboing doesn't really mean anything except he knew he could get more money selling a car and a turbo kit rather than a car with a turbo kit. Ask him and see what he says. Maybe he was selling the car and his friend called dibs on the turbo, I don't know. It looks like a pretty clean car with some camber issues. How much does he want for it?

I'm looking to buy an s13 but it needs a new driveshaft bearing. It runs fine but has a knocking sound every once in a while. It is still worth it? I found the bearing at multiple places online but am I going to get whacked with a huge install fee or could it be a simple DIy project?

It depends on how much he's asking for it. Does he know for sure that's what the problem is? How does the car run otherwise? The bearing is a pretty simple procedure, and I'm sure you wouldn't have trouble finding a member on here in SC that wouldn't mind lending a helping hand. Check the fluids meticulously: transmission, engine oil, etc; you don't want any metal shavings, etc. Just be careful dude, and ask a hundred and one questions. We're here for follow-up.

been searching here, and on zilvia, and on google... i've been contemplating if i should buy some 18x10+25 all around, however i am pretty "slammed".. and was wondering if anyone has ever run this size wheel up front on an s13 hatch... i mainly want to know if they will clear stance gr+pro coilovers.

It might be close, but I think it will be fine with some 275-35R18s. The Stances are adjustable; would it be the end of the world if you had to lift it 1cm? If you go to a local wheel/tire shop, they'll usually measure you up to tell you what would fit best for free...

[speedeast]

ok... so im back againis the s14 trans bigger then the s13. because im trying to take out my transmission in my s13 and the top of the transmission hits the bottom of the firewall, so is there a certain trick? and by the way i have a s14 engine and trans.

Drop it out the bottom.

[troskinatior]

i pulled the transmission out until it hits the firewall but when i lower it, it is still hung up on something. so bacicaly when i try to pull the transmission off the engine it wont come out far enough to lower it.and if there is metal shavings in my transmission should i rebuild it?

[Afrodrift]

Unturboing doesn't really mean anything except he knew he could get more money selling a car and a turbo kit rather than a car with a turbo kit. Ask him and see what he says. Maybe he was selling the car and his friend called dibs on the turbo, I don't know. It looks like a pretty clean car with some camber issues. How much does he want for it?

thanks. seems logical. hes asking $4900 for it. Thats not the picture of the car though. thats just a random can with headlamps that i want, i was asking if anyone knew where i could find some or what theyre called.

this is the car im looking at buying.

[troskinatior]

thanks. seems logical. hes asking $4900 for it. Thats not the picture of the car though. thats just a random can with headlamps that i want, i was asking if anyone knew where i could find some or what theyre called.

this is the car im looking at buying.

whats done to it? if it just has the stock ka its not worth it.

[Afrodrift]

Quote » Stock KA24DE with only 86k original miles, emissions removed and EGR blocked off.Nismo motor and transmission mountsCompetition Clutch stage 4 Sprung street/strip clutch (installed this summer)Royal Purple transmission fluidJ30 VLSD with only 62k miles on it (Locks up great every time)Westco Drycell mini racing batteryMegan Racing 3” test pipeCircuit Sports Silicone exhaust bushingsWalboro 255 fuel pumpNew NGK BKR5E spark plugsNew OEM Knock sensor ($106 from Nissan)New Cap and RotorNew OEM gas tank from Nissan (Tank alone cost me $500+, with labor at Nissan came to over $1,000+)New OEM subframe bushings (installed with gas tank replacement)New alignment, done at the Alignment Factory 8/23/09

Exterior:Rare JDM NaVaN Nissan front bumper w/JDM orange turn signalsJDM Bubble sidemarkers.'96 grill and Silvia Ks hood badgeOEM Kouki (97-98) sideskirts(Navan bumper, grill and sideskirts were all freshly painted about a year ago when installed)German Hids w/ mini ballasts(not sure of kelvin but they are pure white not ricer blue or anything lol)Original factory Nissan Concord grey (LN1) paint still in great condition, just light clearcoat fade on the roof.Set of stock SE wheels with good tires

Interior/Electronics:Car has all full original interior in almost mint conditionPioneer headunitMB Quarts full sound system (speakers and tweeters)Factory Jack and Spare tire included

Suspension:Eibach Bridgestone Potenza ERS full track coilovers with front camber plates and helper springs (rare discontinued coilovers)SPL Rear upper control arms (camber arms)Authentic Greddy front strut tower barProthane polyurethane rear sway bar bushings with Prothane brackets[/quote]nothing too extensive but its for sure the cleanest relitively stock s14 zenki ive ever seen for sale down here (south florida) in awhile
Modified by Afrodrift at 3:26 PM 1/28/2010

[OutToWinPAHC]

i pulled the transmission out until it hits the firewall but when i lower it, it is still hung up on something. so bacicaly when i try to pull the transmission off the engine it wont come out far enough to lower it.and if there is metal shavings in my transmission should i rebuild it?

Loose metal in the trans is very bad, so yeah

[tmwnn]

thanks. seems logical. hes asking $4900 for it.

Too much drit tax for a zenki . If you want it that bad its your money.....but you can find clean and boosted s13s for that price or lower, or boosted s14s that would look great with a little bit of paint.

[Dire91]

I have 350z track v. 1 rims and I need new lug nuts (the stock ones are really short and the wheel is to deep). I know nothing about lug nuts so can someone point me in the right direction? I would like them to be that metallic blue. Thank you.

[dg_htx]

New member here. Just wondering if you guys have a sticky with what to look out for when buying a 240sx. Is there something particular that I should look at and also, is it a fairly reliable car?Thanks

[speedeast]

New member here. Just wondering if you guys have a sticky with what to look out for when buying a 240sx. Is there something particular that I should look at and also, is it a fairly reliable car?Thanks

Reliable? Yes and No. First, I'm not a big fan of the single cam KA; I believe the DOHC KAs will last longer. Some people swear by 'em, but I'm not some people. Secondly, who owned it last or who owned it at all for that matter? Is it stock? If you start with a stock car and move forward with it, reliability is in your hands and your odds are much better. If you buy one that's been molested, odds are it's gonna molest you. 240s are great cars and they're fun if that's what you're looking for. Go to the 240SX Forum (the parent forum of this thread) and look at the stickies on there. The first several threads are stickied, and there should be some info in there. The search function is great also, because almost any question you can come up with has been answered before. Also, a lot of people hate seeing repeat questions...

Good luck! ...and Welcome!