Cracked dashes plague us all. Instead of going to the trouble of replacing the whole dash, or trying to install a dash cover, you can fill and paint over the cracks and end up with a really nice-looking dash for little cash and effort. Difficulty: *** Time: 1-2 hrs + dry times Cost: ~$30-40 Materials: […]
DIY Cooling Panel Fabrication and Installation
Cooling panels redirect airflow that would normally escape into the engine bay through the radiator fins thereby increasing cooling efficiency noticeably. This piece of metal/plastic/fiberglass can cost up to $100 online, but why pay that when you can build your own? NOTE: This project was done on an S13, but any cars that needs cooling […]
240sx Roof Swap for Sunroof Install or Sunroof Delete
This question comes up a lot, for a couple different reasons: Someone bought a sunroof car but wants to get rid of it for “lightness and stiffness.” Someone has a hardtop and wants the sunroof – but doesn’t want to butcher the car with some aftermarket monstrosity. 99% of users will not have the skill/tools/means […]
S13 FLCA Install
Due to some alignment issues and the need/want for more adjustability of camber in the front of my car, I chose to get the SPL adjustable Front Lower Control Arms (FLCA). There are a few options for Adj FLCAs on the market, but knew SPL has the highest of quality and just by looking at […]
240sx Tech: S14 Isolated Fog Light Switch
As many of you s14 guys with factory fog lights know, the stock circuit allows you to only turn your fog lights on when your headlights are on. The fogs also automatically turn off when the high beams are on. Some of us want to turn the fog lights on by themselves when it is […]
240sx Tech: S13 Rear Ball Joint Replacement
Replace Rear Ball Joints in the Nissan 240sx S13.Just like the title says, this write up will walk you step by step through the process of replacing the rear lower ball joints on an s13 240sx. Difficulty: *** Time: 3-5 hours Cost: ~ $14 per ball joint online Materials: – b12 Sentra front ball joints […]
How to install an aftermarket steering wheel on a 240sx Vert
Here’s a quick installation writeup on putting an aftermarket steering wheel in an S13 240sx. I’ll just put up the pics and small descriptions, let me know if you need anything explained. Parts:SPW 350mm WheelD2 Quick Release (ball bearing)LTBmotorsports 25mm spacerMomo S13 hub (started with HKB but didn’t work) Tools/etc:Locktite19mm socket wrench/extensionAllen wrenches and bolts […]
Are your seat belts broken? Get them fixed for free!!!
Overview: Are the automatic seat belts in your Nissan acting up? Does the belt refuse to plug into the buckle? Does the belt stay in the driving position all the time? How would you like to fix all of those issues, at no out of pocket cost? I know there are lots of you out […]
JDM S14 Power Folding Mirrors Install
If you want to be JDM tyte with some rare-ish bling, you need some power folding mirrors from a Silvia. Designed so you can fit your car into tight spots without worrying about having them knocked off, these mirrors are only marginally less useful in the US where most people in parking lots disregard the […]
SR20DET Oil strainer / pickup tube replacement.
A common problem with early model SR20DET engines is the poor design of the oil strainer. Over time, the strainer itself can break free from the pickup tube. This leads to oil pressure problems, and possibly total engine failure. This article should help you figure out if yours is broken, and how to replace it. […]