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EddieFlipzco · 02-16-2013, 09:59 PM

Just picked up a 93 s13 hatch with a boosted Ka, minimal and I mean minimal rust. Car runs but needs work. Currently idling at 2.1k rpms, just reconnected the boost line idk what's wrong.

This is going to be a daily project car and I'm just wondering where to start first. Such as engine, suspension, body, etc. I'm indecisive and need help on where to start building the car so that I can daily it without problems.

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Corbic · 02-16-2013, 10:06 PM

I'd start by searching.

NICO and 240SXForums are where most noobs start.

freepunk · 02-16-2013, 10:10 PM

I would recheck that "minimal rust" before I put a dime into a build

EddieFlipzco · 02-16-2013, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by freepunk

I would recheck that "minimal rust" before I put a dime into a build

Frame rails and strut towers are untouched of rust, only rust is passenger quarter easy replacement and common hatch rust from gay spoiler. Completely removed all trunk carpeting today and I was surprised to see not a spot of rust.

tacotacotaco · 02-17-2013, 12:32 AM

work on suspension and brakes.

kevinzhou · 02-17-2013, 12:49 AM

is it just me or these are popping up more often now...

SoCalDrifter · 02-17-2013, 01:00 AM

if you want something reliable i dont think good suspension is gunna get you there without a reliable motor.....

KiLLeR2001 · 02-17-2013, 10:03 AM

Fix body / rust / paint etc > brakes > wheels/tires > suspension > engine > interior.

That'll keep you busy for the next few years, now GTFO.

Nissan206 · 02-17-2013, 10:17 AM

If you wanted a reliable daily you should've bought a Toyota Corolla... We aren't going to tell you how to build YOUR car. Start researching on what you need to fix.

Dtap1022 · 02-17-2013, 12:05 PM

reliability is kind of a long shot if its a boosted ka that you know nothing about what the previous owner really did.(assuming). IF its running ok and can get you by, i would start with bushings and suspension. I would probably find a single cam for cheap to put in there while i rebuild the ka properly. EVERYONE is different.

EddieFlipzco · 02-17-2013, 09:16 PM

I never realized how annoying people are on here till now. All I asked for were a couple opinions from random people. Sorry a simple question broke your fucking hearts.

Napoleon-S13 · 02-17-2013, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by EddieFlipzco

I never realized how annoying people are on here till now. All I asked for were a couple opinions from random people. Sorry a simple question broke your fucking hearts.

You have to realize that we get these threads every day, when all the person had to do was search...cause if you think you're the first person to ask a certain question about a 240SX online, you're wrong.

silviaNC · 02-17-2013, 09:30 PM

People have to realize is tax time. More and more people wants to get in the nissan scene. Personal opinion this is not the way to welcome people and support new memebers but agree that they need to to research instead of jumpimg straight to ask questions that have been answered for the past 20 years. Please dont look stupid and research on your own and make sure you coveted badics before posting

silviaks2nr · 02-17-2013, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by EddieFlipzco

Just picked up a 93 s13 hatch with a boosted Ka, minimal and I mean minimal rust. Car runs but needs work. Currently idling at 2.1k rpms, just reconnected the boost line idk what's wrong.

This is going to be a daily project car and I'm just wondering where to start first. Such as engine, suspension, body, etc. I'm indecisive and need help on where to start building the car so that I can daily it without problems.

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Sell the 240 and buy a newer car that doesn't need work.

KOUKIboy · 02-17-2013, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by EddieFlipzco

I never realized how annoying people are on here till now. All I asked for were a couple opinions from random people. Sorry a simple question broke your fucking hearts.

In a nutshell Welcome to Zilvia!!!!!

Well you said the engine is boosted so that should be a check off the list, next thing get Coils cause the damn thing will feel like a boat on the high seas!!! Then you work on brakes, body, wheels, etc, etc.... Or the other way around, get some brakes cause you want some stopping power when a car is boosted..

EddieFlipzco · 02-17-2013, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by KOUKIboy

In a nutshell Welcome to Zilvia!!!!!

Well you said the engine is boosted so that should be a check off the list, next thing get Coils cause the damn thing will feel like a boat on the high seas!!! Then you work on brakes, body, wheels, etc, etc....

Finally, holy shit. Everyone else is either heartbroken or on their period.

*fliprayzin240sx* · 02-18-2013, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by EddieFlipzco

Finally, holy shit. Everyone else is either heartbroken or on their period.

Fuck you and use google you lazy fuck...

dezzS13 · 02-19-2013, 12:50 PM

S13-JOhNy. · 02-19-2013, 12:57 PM

1st mistake of owning a nissan is hoping on zilvia posting this thread and expecting everyone to welcome you with hugs and kisses. Lol

Your car so you fix it how you want to.
Fuck shit up only way you'll learn without having it fed to you.

Goodluck!

da_crew10 · 02-19-2013, 12:59 PM

Omg Deezs13 and Killer2001's comment made me laugh in t he middle of a quiet class lol

itsjustdaphne · 02-19-2013, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by KiLLeR2001

That'll keep you busy for the next few years, now GTFO.

Lol. But that'll leave him to post a thread for every question he has.

ReEducation · 02-19-2013, 06:56 PM

Keep the KA and buy my Eagle rods

2.5T_/<ouki · 02-19-2013, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Corbic

I'd start by searching.

NICO and 240SXForums are where most noobs start.

LOLOL!

cokoukimonster · 02-20-2013, 10:32 AM

Yep man people here are strange. I feel bad that no one can help you out.
Good luck with everything

sterlinge · 02-20-2013, 10:52 AM

Start by making your engine run proper. Do you have a boost gauge? wideband? What tune if any? What injectors? Is your iacv hooked up.? Have you done a boost leak test? Have you checked the compression?

kamryn · 02-20-2013, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by da_crew10

Omg Deezs13 and Killer2001's comment made me laugh in t he middle of a quiet class lol

Same haha.

And as for this post... Are you seriously asking an entire forum community on how you should work on your car?

*240Cali* · 02-20-2013, 11:50 AM

^^^^ read my mind LOL

02-16-2013, 09:59 PM	#1
EddieFlipzco Leaky Injector Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 60 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Just bought a 240 indecisive, need help. Just picked up a 93 s13 hatch with a boosted Ka, minimal and I mean minimal rust. Car runs but needs work. Currently idling at 2.1k rpms, just reconnected the boost line idk what's wrong. This is going to be a daily project car and I'm just wondering where to start first. Such as engine, suspension, body, etc. I'm indecisive and need help on where to start building the car so that I can daily it without problems. Attachment 50931 Last edited by EddieFlipzco; 06-06-2013 at 05:56 PM..

02-17-2013, 10:03 AM	#8
KiLLeR2001 Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: オーランドフロリダ Posts: 7,955 Trader Rating: (46) Feedback Score: 46 reviews	Fix body / rust / paint etc > brakes > wheels/tires > suspension > engine > interior. That'll keep you busy for the next few years, now GTFO. __________________

02-17-2013, 10:17 AM	#9
Nissan206 Leaky Injector Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: WA(206) Posts: 138 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	If you wanted a reliable daily you should've bought a Toyota Corolla... We aren't going to tell you how to build YOUR car. Start researching on what you need to fix. __________________

02-19-2013, 12:57 PM	#19
S13-JOhNy. Nissanaholic! Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: LOS ANGELES Posts: 2,166 Trader Rating: (45) Feedback Score: 45 reviews	1st mistake of owning a nissan is hoping on zilvia posting this thread and expecting everyone to welcome you with hugs and kisses. Lol Your car so you fix it how you want to. Fuck shit up only way you'll learn without having it fed to you. Goodluck! __________________ Laced Up!

02-20-2013, 11:50 AM	#27
240Cali Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Hollywood, CA Age: 34 Posts: 1,724 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	^^^^ read my mind LOL __________________

02-16-2013, 10:06 PM	#2
Corbic Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: US Age: 40 Posts: 8,225 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	I'd start by searching. NICO and 240SXForums are where most noobs start.

02-16-2013, 10:10 PM	#3
freepunk Leaky Injector Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Utah Age: 37 Posts: 60 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I would recheck that "minimal rust" before I put a dime into a build

02-17-2013, 12:32 AM	#5
tacotacotaco Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: GRRRVINE!!! Age: 40 Posts: 3,249 Trader Rating: (16) Rides Gallery: tacotacotaco Feedback Score: 16 reviews	work on suspension and brakes.

02-17-2013, 12:49 AM	#6
kevinzhou Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: philly Age: 33 Posts: 544 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	is it just me or these are popping up more often now...

02-17-2013, 01:00 AM	#7
SoCalDrifter Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Thousand Oaks-818 Posts: 1,990 Trader Rating: (10) Feedback Score: 10 reviews	if you want something reliable i dont think good suspension is gunna get you there without a reliable motor.....

02-17-2013, 12:05 PM	#10
Dtap1022 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: mesa, az Age: 30 Posts: 8 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	reliability is kind of a long shot if its a boosted ka that you know nothing about what the previous owner really did.(assuming). IF its running ok and can get you by, i would start with bushings and suspension. I would probably find a single cam for cheap to put in there while i rebuild the ka properly. EVERYONE is different.

02-17-2013, 09:16 PM	#11
EddieFlipzco Leaky Injector Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 60 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I never realized how annoying people are on here till now. All I asked for were a couple opinions from random people. Sorry a simple question broke your fucking hearts.

02-17-2013, 09:30 PM	#13
silviaNC Zilvia Addict Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: North Carolina Age: 40 Posts: 937 Trader Rating: (17) Feedback Score: 17 reviews	People have to realize is tax time. More and more people wants to get in the nissan scene. Personal opinion this is not the way to welcome people and support new memebers but agree that they need to to research instead of jumpimg straight to ask questions that have been answered for the past 20 years. Please dont look stupid and research on your own and make sure you coveted badics before posting

02-19-2013, 12:50 PM	#18
dezzS13 Zilvia Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Anaheim, CA Age: 35 Posts: 275 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews

02-19-2013, 12:59 PM	#20
da_crew10 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Hell Posts: 2,461 Trader Rating: (14) Feedback Score: 14 reviews	Omg Deezs13 and Killer2001's comment made me laugh in t he middle of a quiet class lol

02-19-2013, 06:56 PM	#22
ReEducation Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Rockton, IL Age: 34 Posts: 318 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Keep the KA and buy my Eagle rods

02-20-2013, 10:32 AM	#24
cokoukimonster Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Colorado Posts: 44 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Yep man people here are strange. I feel bad that no one can help you out. Good luck with everything

02-20-2013, 10:52 AM	#25
sterlinge Zilvia Addict Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Austin, TX Age: 34 Posts: 857 Trader Rating: (15) Feedback Score: 15 reviews	Start by making your engine run proper. Do you have a boost gauge? wideband? What tune if any? What injectors? Is your iacv hooked up.? Have you done a boost leak test? Have you checked the compression?