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

[skylet414]

yea it feels the same.. but it kinda feels like its pumpin back really quick from time to time when it gets really hard and kinda force it into gear... and yea changed the throwout bearing and pp

Not sure then... the only thing I can think of is if you aren't pushing your slave far enough (maybe your master is out of whack, or you got a little air in the system, or the seals are starting to go). You can try pulling the master cylinder out, and adjusting the fork on it (thread it further down the rod) to essentially give you more stroke. Adjust your stop on the pedal bracket so you have 1-3mm of pedal free play and see if it helps.

hey thanks.. but i guess it was the transmission.. i went n bought a used one.. and put it on. its workin now so im guessin it was the transmission.. but thanks.

[speedeast]

hey thanks.. but i guess it was the transmission.. i went n bought a used one.. and put it on. its workin now so im guessin it was the transmission.. but thanks.

We're just glad you got it sorted out. NEXT!

[youngmoney]

so i removed my charcoal canister. the large hose on the bottom of the canister can be removed or capped right? where does the hose disappear to anyway? could i just put a breather on the smaller hose/line that goes to the tank?

[PapaSmurf2k3]

^I actually just did that too. I capped off my small lines (except for 2, which got looped back to the fittings under the throttle body). I left the large one open... it seemed like it was just a drain of some sort.

[speedeast]

^I actually just did that too. I capped off my small lines (except for 2, which got looped back to the fittings under the throttle body). I left the large one open... it seemed like it was just a drain of some sort.

Finally time for me to contribute with a question of my own...

^Why remove the charcoal canister? What are the benefits? Is the evap sysem affected?

[PapaSmurf2k3]

It was pretty much the only emission device left on my 240. It was already kinda bypassed, and more or less dead weight that got in the way of other things under the hood.

[speedeast]

Can I get a pic of how you capped it all off?

[PapaSmurf2k3]

yeaaaaah... lemme see if I have some kicking around somewhere. If not, I'll snap some.

[PapaSmurf2k3]

You can kinda see the loop going right over my radiator, and the one line that is plugged off right there. I can get some more/better pics if you want.

[speedeast]

Yeah, get me a closer pic if you can; thanks!

[youngmoney]

^I actually just did that too. I capped off my small lines (except for 2, which got looped back to the fittings under the throttle body). I left the large one open... it seemed like it was just a drain of some sort.

all the small vacuum lines that went to it have been removed. you left the large one open but could you cap it? what did you do with the line coming from the tank? you think it would be alright if i capped the big one and put a breather on the smaller one?

[kupo]

Hey guys, I have a 93 s13 ka24de pretty much stock and only running on 3 outta 4 cylinders

My question is : does the r32 dash fit the s13 (after the RHD conversion obviously)

Any help is greatly appreciated thanx in advance

Let me get this straight... you're not asking why your car is only running on 3 cylinders!?
For your question, anything is possible, but that dash wasn't made to fit, so it won't. You can however get a RHD S13 dash...

Haha no I know why its only running on three cylinders. I went to change spark plugs during a routine tune up and the previous owner had put loctite on the Fourth cylinder spark plug so I had to really strain to get the plug out . Well I wound up pulling the threads the spark plugs threads intothe head as well.
Perfect excuse to let the wife buy a "more reliable" motor swap
My question is about the dash cause while I am prepping the car for an RB swap I'm seriously considering a RHD conversion. I found an R32 half cut for a decent price and was gonna use the dash and steering rack and such from the half cut to cut and weld into my S13 frame.
If anyone knows ANYWHERE I can send my 240 and have the RHD conversion done for me please email me or send a private message MONEY IS NOT AN ISSUE. This site is hard to navigate on my phone.
Email: [email protected]

[PapaSmurf2k3]

Yeah, get me a closer pic if you can; thanks!

If I don't get it for you before the weekend is over, shoot me a PM. I've been busy, but I might forget.

[PapaSmurf2k3]

^I actually just did that too. I capped off my small lines (except for 2, which got looped back to the fittings under the throttle body). I left the large one open... it seemed like it was just a drain of some sort.

all the small vacuum lines that went to it have been removed. you left the large one open but could you cap it? what did you do with the line coming from the tank? you think it would be alright if i capped the big one and put a breather on the smaller one?

Eh, I looped 2, and capped the rest except for the big one that goes into the frame rail... no idea what that one was, but it was likely just a drain so I just left it open.

[youngmoney]

i was curious as to what that large one was too. i think im just going to cut it down and leave it open.

[initial_jc]

will z brakes clear stock s14 wheels?

[Crazyirish]

5 lug se wheels will clear z brakes.

[speedeast]

^ +1
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[initial_jc]

thanks guys

[JoseBronx]

I did a 95 ka swap into a 90 hatch and got all the s13 ka24de parts I need for the swap (ecu, intake mani, coils, distributor, etc) connected everything, harness, ground etc. My problem is that nothing electrical work what so ever, no horn, no lights it wont even turn over. Do you guys know what might I be missing?

also when I tap the starter with a metal object to the chassis the lights turn on

[speedeast]

Well, start by inspecting the wiring around the starter, maybe even replace the starter.

[KYZAAC]

i have a few questions before i paint me engine. i've painted a bit of parts, but dunno if its the same for high heat, i don't want the paint to peel/bubble after its installed i got a bunch of duplicolor high heat engine primer,paint and clear
i cleaned the whole engine with degreaser and a toothbrush, then wire wheeled the whole thing, does this look ok to paint? i usually sand everything before painting, but i think it will be hard to get the whole block to the same finish. the engine is spotless now tho
i was thinking 2 coats prime, 3 coats paint and a few clear. hows that sound?

engine pics:

[speedeast]

Pretty sure one coat of primer will do the job... I also don't think you'll end up needing 3 coats of paint as it tends to be a little heavier. I like rustoleum and jht high heat paints. Other than that, you should be good. If you use a gloss color, you may not actually need a clear, but it won't hurt anything.

[JoseBronx]

Well, start by inspecting the wiring around the starter, maybe even replace the starter.

Ive tried to remove the starter but cant find the bolts, do you know where and how much bolt need to be remove? I see one on the transmission but Im not sure if thats it.

and is that the reason why nothing electrical work?

Thanks

[KYZAAC]

Pretty sure one coat of primer will do the job... I also don't think you'll end up needing 3 coats of paint as it tends to be a little heavier. I like rustoleum and jht high heat paints. Other than that, you should be good. If you use a gloss color, you may not actually need a clear, but it won't hurt anything.

Thank You Sir!

[angrypenguin182]

Hello, I'm in the middle of doing my 5 lug conversion to my 91 s13, i seem to be having trouble taking the dust cover off, I can't get the flat head to get in there, any ideas? I have the new hub w/the wheel bearing on there already

[speedeast]

Hello, I'm in the middle of doing my 5 lug conversion to my 91 s13, i seem to be having trouble taking the dust cover off, I can't get the flat head to get in there, any ideas? I have the new hub w/the wheel bearing on there already

Angle grinder ftw

[PapaSmurf2k3]

Well, start by inspecting the wiring around the starter, maybe even replace the starter.

Ive tried to remove the starter but cant find the bolts, do you know where and how much bolt need to be remove? I see one on the transmission but Im not sure if thats it.

and is that the reason why nothing electrical work?

Thanks

There are 2 bolts that hold the starter on the bell housing. They are long as hell. Disconnect your battery before messing with any of it.

Hello, I'm in the middle of doing my 5 lug conversion to my 91 s13, i seem to be having trouble taking the dust cover off, I can't get the flat head to get in there, any ideas? I have the new hub w/the wheel bearing on there already

Angle grinder ftw

+1. Cut the bish.

i have a few questions before i paint me engine. i've painted a bit of parts, but dunno if its the same for high heat, i don't want the paint to peel/bubble after its installed i got a bunch of duplicolor high heat engine primer,paint and clear
i cleaned the whole engine with degreaser and a toothbrush, then wire wheeled the whole thing, does this look ok to paint? i usually sand everything before painting, but i think it will be hard to get the whole block to the same finish. the engine is spotless now tho
i was thinking 2 coats prime, 3 coats paint and a few clear. hows that sound?

You might want to hit it with something to remove any residue from the engine degreaser. I seem to remember having extreme orange peel if I didn't.

[speedeast]

^ Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) will work great! It evaporates fairly quickly so scrub and rinse fast - use chemical cloves. Discard in gravel or on pavement where it can evaporate when done!

[PapaSmurf2k3]

Or shoot fireballs at it!!! (Joe Dirt style)