Have recently acquired '94Q with 98K miles, and am looking to do performance modifications. (Also have a 2002Q and an Infiniti serviced '92Q with 190K miles, which may become a "parts donor" for the '94).
I read in earlier postings about Stillen, and would like your input on modifications you would recommend.
I have historically had Miller Infiniti (Van Nuys) service my Q's, but it is a longer hike and would like a recommendation of a local mechanic for the '94Q once modifications have been completed.
FYI - the '94 is for my wife, who loves hot cars. We just restored a '83 TransAm Firebird, a family heirloom (48K miles).
Modifications For '94q & Mechanic In South Bay, Los Angeles
Smith,Congratulations ot your new car and welcome to our club!
Stillen makes a great eninge chip for your model year.They also make a (less popular) TCU.
I would not botehr putting in aftermarket intake and exhaust as the factory ones are very well designed and run pretty free to begin with.
One good performance "mod" that's iften overlooekd:Keep the car in great shape as per plugs, injectors ect.
An maintenance act, as simple as a thourough throttle body cleaning (maybe plenum too) can add real power to a higher mile car.
Fred...
PS: You also a a 2k2Q? :thumbup, take pics of both next to ewach otehr and send them in to our members ride section we will gladly post them
Stillen makes a great eninge chip for your model year.They also make a (less popular) TCU.
I would not botehr putting in aftermarket intake and exhaust as the factory ones are very well designed and run pretty free to begin with.
One good performance "mod" that's iften overlooekd:Keep the car in great shape as per plugs, injectors ect.
An maintenance act, as simple as a thourough throttle body cleaning (maybe plenum too) can add real power to a higher mile car.
Fred...
PS: You also a a 2k2Q? :thumbup, take pics of both next to ewach otehr and send them in to our members ride section we will gladly post them
Check with Daedalus first before you go anywhere. He's currently working on my 91 and it's quite impressive as to the level of care and detail he takes when at work. He's truly inspired by the mechanics of the Q, so I guess that's where his real motivation comes from. If he cant do what you need, or is unfamiliar, he will honestly tell you. I've seen the motor torn down for replacement guides and other misc. items & although she hasnt been cranked yet, I'm real confident with the work that's been ongoing this weekend. I'll give report later this week when I get the beast back.
Thanks everyone for the referral
Thanks everyone for the referral
rsmithi purchased my 92q that was serviced at miller since 92.about possibly parting your 92, i am in need of chrome emblem, logo in the back, antenna mount.
the ones on the car are fadingly gold plated. i hate the look.i like buy them if they are in good condition.
send me an email if you like at [email protected]
the ones on the car are fadingly gold plated. i hate the look.i like buy them if they are in good condition.
send me an email if you like at [email protected]
GTO-Dave:
"Check with Daedalus first before you go anywhere."
How do I contact Daedalus? I'm interested in having the 94Q looked at ASAP, if possible, this weekend / Monday. Does he have a shop in El Segundo? Do you have a phone # for him?
Also, do you know how I got "Driving Mom's Car" after my username? I notice you have the same line. Is there a way I can change it? (My mother's dead & it creeps me out) Sorry for the dumb questions. I'm a novice at using these forums.
Rick
"Check with Daedalus first before you go anywhere."
How do I contact Daedalus? I'm interested in having the 94Q looked at ASAP, if possible, this weekend / Monday. Does he have a shop in El Segundo? Do you have a phone # for him?
Also, do you know how I got "Driving Mom's Car" after my username? I notice you have the same line. Is there a way I can change it? (My mother's dead & it creeps me out) Sorry for the dumb questions. I'm a novice at using these forums.
Rick
RSmith wrote:GTO-Dave:
"Check with Daedalus first before you go anywhere."
How do I contact Daedalus? I'm interested in having the 94Q looked at ASAP, if possible, this weekend / Monday. Does he have a shop in El Segundo? Do you have a phone # for him?
Also, do you know how I got "Driving Mom's Car" after my username? I notice you have the same line. Is there a way I can change it? (My mother's dead & it creeps me out) Sorry for the dumb questions. I'm a novice at using these forums.
Rick
Rick,
I will change this once I get home.For you only.Its something we do with everyone who's new, they then graduate to cooler and cooler titles as their posts go up.So I will up your post count until u r at the next level.
Fred..
GTO-Dave wrote:Check with Daedalus first before you go anywhere. He's currently working on my 91 and it's quite impressive as to the level of care and detail he takes when at work. He's truly inspired by the mechanics of the Q, so I guess that's where his real motivation comes from. If he cant do what you need, or is unfamiliar, he will honestly tell you. I've seen the motor torn down for replacement guides and other misc. items & although she hasnt been cranked yet, I'm real confident with the work that's been ongoing this weekend. I'll give report later this week when I get the beast back.
Thanks everyone for the referral
Dave's been kind enough to leave out some of the details, like the one where I jumped time on the engine! YIKES!!! Not sure how it happened, except that the cord I had holding the chain slipped and allowed the sprocket to rotate past the chain. Sounded like a damn roller coaster at Magic Mountain! Ugh, it was gut-wrenching. Guys, when you do your guides, do EVERYTHING possible to ensure you don't lose the timing! So I've been pretty busy the past several days...went ahead and removed the valve cover to retime the bank. Dave figured he may as well have both sides done at the same time since they were leaking, and we replaced both chains as well. It was quite an experience, but I did learn a few things. It's cool to play with an engine that's naked on top and front, watching dowel pins in the plug holes rise and fall as you turn the crank by hand!