Why does my 89-90 SOHC 240SX make a rattling sound right after I startup which then stops about 2 or 3 seconds later? The rattling you hear coming from under the hood right after start up is the timing chain in your SOHC engine. This problem frequently occurs in just about every SOHC 240SX out […]
Rear Main Seal Replacement
by slyedog240sx Overview: A leaky rear main seal can be problematic beyond simply losing oil. Replacing it can be a tedious exercise as the transmission must be removed, but the payoff is worth the work if you intend to keep your car driving and your driveway clean. Difficulty: *** Time: 1-2 hours not including removing […]
240sx Homemade Cold Air Intake writeup
by thenameismatt. Overview: Create your own custom intake system to relocate the filter outside of the hot engine bay. Warning: This looks really long because I wrote out everything in detail for you guys, its really not that bad. This method allows you to continue to use the AIV if you do not wish to […]
Nissan 240sx S13 Sleepy Eye Pop Up Headlight Modification
This article will show you how to modify your pop up headlights to look half open for the highly sought-after “sleepy eye” look. Disclaimer – Modifying your headlights in this manner is not legal in most areas and you should check your local laws before performing this procedure. Skill Level 4 of 5 Time Required […]
Installing a Safety21 180sx Roll Cage
Let’s install a Safety21 cage into a s13 hatch.What I have is a 7 point through dash cage. For now, I’m only showing the 5 point install. You can buy a simple 5 point cage like this, and you can follow my instructions to do it. Difficulty: **** Time: 4-6 hours Cost: $750 Materials: – […]
SR20 Bottom Mount Turbo Manifold Install
The Manifold I am installing is a Top Speed tubular stainless steel bottom mount T25 turbo manifold for the SR20DET, at the same time I am also installing a Top speed stainless steel turbo extension. Difficulty: **** Time: ~4-6 hours Cost: $750-1000 Materials: – T25 bottom mount turbo manifold– penetrating lubricant – Scotch Brite pad– […]
S13 Power Steering Rack Replacement
Nissan 240sx S13 Steering Rack Replacement: So, you have a crappy or blown rack? Time to replace it? Difficulty: *** Time: 3 hours Cost: refurbished rack minus core Materials: – Steering Rack Assembly including but not limited to: — Inner Tie Rods— Outer Tie Rods— Cotter Pins— Tie Rod dust boots— Hard and soft lines— […]
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: S13 Red Top vs. S13 Black Top – The differences
There always seems to be confusion as to what a “black top” SR20DET really is, and what makes it different from the “red top” SR20DET. Here are a few pointers so you can impress your friends with how much you know about Nissan motors. First, how to tell the differences between s13 “red tops”, s13 […]
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