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240sx Shock/Strut & Springs Installation

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by Kyle Bennett Overview: The items installed in this scenario consist of 1.75 Intrax lowering springs and Tokico shocks/struts. Note: Installation may differ between different brands of equipment. After acquiring the desired springs and shocks/struts, it is suggested the shock boots (on the front and rear) be replaced to ensure the life of the equipment. […]

Installing Adjustable Tension Rods

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Overview: For this article, we’ll be installing Stillen’s adjustable tension rods. Difficulty: *** Time: 1-3 hours Cost: $200-$350 Tools: – 17mm deep socket wrenches, ratchet, extensions– jack and stands– open end wrenches Materials: – adjustable tension rods Procedure: Very simple. Lift one wheel at a time and unbolt 3 17mm bolts. I used pair of […]

How to Retard Ignition Timing on a Turbocharged 240SX

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After turbocharging your 240SX, one of the final and crucial tasks is to retard the ignition timing to ensure safe engine operation under boost. This guide will take you through the process, step by step. Step 1: Warm Up the Engine Before making any timing adjustments, it’s important to fully warm up the engine. This […]

240sx curb weights

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These are from the NADA Official Used Car Price Guide 1990 (SOHC)Coupe XE – 2657lbsFastback SE – 2684lbs 1992 (DOHC)Coupe – 2699lbsFastback – 2730lbsCoupe SE – 2712lbsFastback SE – 2747lbsFastback LE – 2748lbs 1994Convertible – 2870lbs 1995Coupe – 2815lbsCoupe SE – 2821lbs

240sx (S14) HotShot header install

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1996-1997 Nissan 240sx   Cost of your Headers   1-2 hours     NICOclub Rating System   Rich Bjornson     I’ll give Hotshot some credit, the header fits fairly well when you get it into position. The EGR tube lined up perfectly, and the port for the first O2 sensor was well placed, and […]

240sx (S14) AEM Intake System Install

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AEM 240sx Intake System On a 97 240sx By: Phil Woodard and Shawn Schembri Removing old intake 1) First disconnect negative battery terminal and let your car cool down 2) Unplug the MAS and the IAT sensor connectors 3) Disconnect and remove the large lower breather tube and the small breather hose from the rubber […]

Steering Rack Bushing Replacement

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Overview:

I took a few pics when I installed my Energy Suspension steering rack bushings today. It was a easy install, takes about 30-40 minutes without any complications. I took a drive across town after the install and I could feel a difference in the steering with the new bushings. It was tighter and more responsive.

Difficulty: ***

Time: ~ 1 hour

Cost: $15-$30…

HID Dome Light Installation

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Another installation in the HID interior lighting series!  Also see: HID trunk light. Tools: – small screwdriver (optional) Materials: – LED dome light Procedure: There really is nothing to this install. Don’t overthink it and you’ll be fine. Turn the domelight switch to the “off” position. Remove the plastic case and dump out the dead […]

Replacing s14 Subframe Bushings

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by MeanGreens14 Overview: This is a write up on how to change out subframe bushings on the Nissan S14 chassis. No. Not the little spacers that go in between the top and bottom of the subframe, we’re talking THE ACTUAL BUSHINGS. Doing this job on your own will save you lots and lots…did I mention […]