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

[speedeast]

I haven't found them, but they are for sale randomly on different discussion boards.

[patrickm1587]

I've got a quick question, it may be stupid but I kind of need to know. In all of the pictures I've seen on here of 240's with SR20's, none of them have top mount turbo manifolds. Is there any reason for this? Or is it just because the stock bottom mounts fit fine and people don't want to mess with going top mount? The reason I ask is because I'm trading my Datsun 510 for a '89 240sx and the 510 has a SR20 in it with a top mount turbo because the stock bottom mount on a SR won't fit in the 510 because of the steering box. And no I'm not trading the 510 with the SR for the 240, just trading the 510 shell, no engine.

[speedeast]

[patrickm1587]

Question answered I guess I just didn't look at enough pictures. I wonder what manifolds those guys are using? I've seen a lot of them that makes the turbo side kind of off to the side like those do, mine sits straight, here's a pic.

[Crazyirish]

Most of the time people go with a top mount so they can fit something bigger than a t-2 based turbo.

[bigbadberry3]

I know I ask a lot of questions but it's only after I search. I'm about to attempt some frame rail welding,1992 240sx hatch, and have read not to use a gauge thicker than the frame frails thickness as this actualy weakens the rail. Unfortunately, no one actually ever lists a gauge but most commonly say either 1/8 or 1/16 thickness. Does anyone know what the actual thickness is on the drivers side frame rail? Thanks.

[speedeast]

I know I ask a lot of questions but it's only after I search. I'm about to attempt some frame rail welding,1992 240sx hatch, and have read not to use a gauge thicker than the frame frails thickness as this actualy weakens the rail. Unfortunately, no one actually ever lists a gauge but most commonly say either 1/8 or 1/16 thickness. Does anyone know what the actual thickness is on the drivers side frame rail? Thanks.

I've read about people using 1/8" or 11 ga steel; that should do it for you.

[Mitchum]

im doing a 5 speed swap right now and im curious as to driveshaft I need? Im looking to have a local shop make me a one piece shaft but I need to know measurements. My car is an LE so im assuming is has an both a VLSD and ABS.

And another question-im looking at buying a walbro 255 fuel pump for my car, is it overkill? the stock pump has 250K(KMS)-ive been told unless im planning on running north of 15PSI its nit needed, but he drives an Eagle Talon so it may differ for them i assume.

Thanks

[EnjoiNismo]

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Any s14 driveshaft will work.

Walbro Fuelpumps are cheap, It can be a overkill if your stock however for it being so cheap I wouldn't worry about it really being a overkill.

[speedeast]

Walbro's are good for what they are. They aren't really overkill, but if you decide to force feed then you're already set.

[tmwnn]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Datsun-D ... 209wt_1165

just wondering wil this differential drain plug fit an s13? Its for an R200 but for a a 280z...

Should be the same, but get this one to make sure:
http://www.pdm-racing.com/products/ka24.html
Scroll down until you see it.

Thanks speedeast you are alwasy answering questions

Well I took a gamble and bought the one for a 280z since it was cheaper and would get here faster. I had asked in the local nissan dealership and looked online as well and that ebay link was the best deal/fastest shipping I found.

It fits perfectly, turns out its the same plug after all

So for future reference if anyone needs it it might be cheaper to get a 280/240z drain plug than one for a 240 through the dealer.

[speedeast]

My pleasure. I'll make a note of that; thanks for checking back.

[PapaSmurf2k3]

My car is an LE so im assuming is has an both a VLSD and ABS.

I wouldn't assume that.

[KYZAAC]

i want to paint my valve cover candy blue, can this be sprayed with a spray bomb? or should i use the paint gun? does anyone know a good place to order candy paint online? the blue i want is this color Thanks

[speedeast]

Why not go with a powder-coat? That picture probably is a powder. I would want the durability.

[KYZAAC]

Why not go with a powder-coat? That picture probably is a powder. I would want the durability.

that's the plan, but there is no shops around here so for now im looking for a decent paint until i get the cash to send it away. i was looking at a cheap powdercoating kit from harbor fright. i think it was your build thread you mentioned you had one maybe? if it was, would you recommend it? its the one for $69.99

[hatedinthemind]

If I want to switch from a digital cluster to an analog cluster all i need is the cluster and sub harness right?

[speedeast]

Why not go with a powder-coat? That picture probably is a powder. I would want the durability.

that's the plan, but there is no shops around here so for now im looking for a decent paint until i get the cash to send it away. i was looking at a cheap powdercoating kit from harbor fright. i think it was your build thread you mentioned you had one maybe? if it was, would you recommend it? its the one for $69.99

The one I got was $40 I think. I wouldn't recommend that route, mine has already pooped out - wouldn't coat my brake calipers properly. In this situation, I would probably go online and find a reputable powder-coater online and ship it out.

If I want to switch from a digital cluster to an analog cluster all i need is the cluster and sub harness right?

http://www.nicoclub.com/archives/instal ... uster.html

http://www.nicoclub.com/archives/instal ... n-s13.html

I'm assuming so. (reverse of above)

[hatedinthemind]

Sweet thanks bro

[Dire91]

I have the stock USDM lip on my kouki. The one in the link looks similar but not the same, in the article it says it is the stock lip. Just out of curiosity is this a different lip than on the USDM kouki's?
http://speedhunters.com/archive/2010/07 ... s-s14.aspx

[TroubleBound]

I FINALLY found out whats wrong with my sr. While it was running i popped the oil cap off and the little oil squirtie lines weren't squirting. There was an oily film on the inside walls but you couldn't actually see the oil moving around in there an stuffs. SO my next question is what part would most likely cause this? I am going to check the oil strainer/pickup thing by dropping the pan today i guess itll look busted if it is? And if its not, what else should i check?

[speedeast]

I FINALLY found out whats wrong with my sr. While it was running i popped the oil cap off and the little oil squirtie lines weren't squirting. There was an oily film on the inside walls but you couldn't actually see the oil moving around in there an stuffs. SO my next question is what part would most likely cause this? I am going to check the oil strainer/pickup thing by dropping the pan today i guess itll look busted if it is? And if its not, what else should i check?

If the pick-up isn't properly sealed to the block, it will pump air through the crack before it pumps oil. Just $0.02

[Telusethegoose]

Whats the price range running these days for shipped out powder coating valve covers etc? any other advice on other parts as well?

[Telusethegoose]

Questions 2 & 3:

2: how time consuming is resetting synchros for transmissions? Im getting my clutch replaced this weekend and have a bit of a short time schedule for it but if it doesnt take too long or too much work then i should be able to squeeze that in as well (hopefully)

3: Does anyone (if possible to get ahold of, not sure) have the measurements for the 97-98 kouki front clip/radiator supports? Im not trying to pay an arm leg and left testy for it when i do my conversion when I have the ability to build one.

thanks

[OutToWinPAHC]

Replacing the syncros is a chore, and requires some specialty pullers. Best to leave that to a trans expert.

Measurements no, but all you need is the top part not the whole thing.

[cyb3rneticvirus]

i am missing alot of bolts nuts ect on my car is there anywhere i can buy a kit that has all that stuff?

[speedeast]

A kit? No. You just have to determine what's missing and buy replacements. If you know which bolt, where, a picture, etc. - there is a good chance some people on here can tell you the length and pitch. I'm in a position with my car where I can measure up most of the bolts...

[Telusethegoose]

I need some rucas to align my car properly. any opinions on what are good for the money etc?

[speedeast]

There are several decent rucas; Godspeed is decent for the money. That's what I have.

[EnjoiNismo]

Circuit Sport works very well for the price.