Small Questions Thread (SEARCH FIRST! Use this instead of making NEW threads)

[mau5trap]

I just replaced my rear s14 brake pads + rotors with hawks pads and brembo rotors. After installation my e brake doesn't lock like it used to and there's uneven wear on the rotors (inner is getting more worn than outer). Any suggestions??? I'm thinking caliper guide pins are bad?

[David48]

Originally Posted by mau5trap

I just replaced my rear s14 brake pads + rotors with hawks pads and brembo rotors. After installation my e brake doesn't lock like it used to and there's uneven wear on the rotors (inner is getting more worn than outer). Any suggestions??? I'm thinking caliper guide pins are bad?

Either seized slide pins or a sticking caliper. Did you use a silicone lube on the pins?

[I'm Redline]

Originally Posted by DJTTon

Would anyone happen to have any suggestions on how to seal this? I'm trying to retain the oem look. Bondo and sanding is not an option

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Get a large tube of super glue, and baking soda. Mix the stuff up and quickly get it under the edges, then fill in. You can also use bondo that has been thinned out. Using 400g sandpaper, sand it smooth, then use vinyl paint and a texture roller to match it up

[DJTTon]

Originally Posted by I'm Redline

Get a large tube of super glue, and baking soda. Mix the stuff up and quickly get it under the edges, then fill in. You can also use bondo that has been thinned out. Using 400g sandpaper, sand it smooth, then use vinyl paint and a texture roller to match it up

Do you think if I use bondo that itll crack? My car isnt particularly soft.

[I'm Redline]

Originally Posted by DJTTon

Do you think if I use bondo that itll crack? My car isnt particularly soft.

This then, it should work for that small patch

http://www.asseenontv.com/leather-an...l.php?p=295262

[DJTTon]

Originally Posted by I'm Redline

This then, it should work for that small patch

http://www.asseenontv.com/leather-an...l.php?p=295262

Thank you very much dude!

[truckmtrS13]

Can anyone help name what is leaking from my ka now?
I know the red is power steering. The brown though? Coolant looks good.

[AllThingsGravy]

Originally Posted by truckmtrS13

Can anyone help name what is leaking from my ka now?
I know the red is power steering. The brown though? Coolant looks good.

Nasty oil or rusted water? Not too sure

[jared420sx]

what parts should I buy for my car ? and yes I have searched I cant find anything about this.

[kashira kureijii]

Originally Posted by jared420sx

what parts should I buy for my car ? and yes I have searched I cant find anything about this.

All of the things


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[DJTTon]

If pumping brake pedal while car is on and rpms begin to slowly drop means I have a booster/vacuum leak, is that right?

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[FcSwangin]

I have a 1990 single cam 240. Today I got in my car started it up, check engine light was on but it ran great, about 5 min later the check engine light turned off and the car bogged down and died. Has anyone had the happen? What could be wrong. I searched and found no similar problems. The check engine light is normally off btw. I was able to start it after a while of cranking and the check engine light came on again and ran fine. 2 min later the light went off and bogged down.

[dorkidori_s13]

pull your ECU, put it into diag mode, read blinky lights with handy instructions below...

http://www.240sx.org/faq/articles/ecmcodes.htm

[FcSwangin]

Originally Posted by dorkidori_s13

pull your ECU, put it into diag mode, read blinky lights with handy instructions below...

http://www.240sx.org/faq/articles/ecmcodes.htm

Did the test. Got code 55 which is no malfunction. I have spark and fuel but won't start.

[dorkidori_s13]

you need to run the test while the CEL is on. its an OBD1 ecu, it doesnt have memory functions like OBD2 does.

[FcSwangin]

figured it out man, it was the coolant temp sensor. I appreciate the help

[DJTTon]

I was wondering if someone could confirm or deny if the cause of this transmission noise is a bad throw-out bearing

s13 sr20 trans in ka bellhousing

Heres a short video of the noise: https://youtu.be/EeiW2ZU7hs0

[mau5trap]

Originally Posted by David48

Either seized slide pins or a sticking caliper. Did you use a silicone lube on the pins?

I replaced the pins and I still have the problem. I'm gonna have to rebuilt my rear calipers. thanks for the help!

[mau5trap]

Any recommendations for Front Sway Bar Endlinks for a s14 besides circuitsports/megan???

[e1_griego]

You can use moog mazda 3 endlinks (not Mazdaspeed) and those work pretty good. Two sealed ball joints instead of sphericals.

They work for s13 so I suspect they work fine for s14, too.

[mau5trap]

Originally Posted by e1_griego

You can use moog mazda 3 endlinks (not Mazdaspeed) and those work pretty good. Two sealed ball joints instead of sphericals.

They work for s13 so I suspect they work fine for s14, too.

Thank you!!
Would you happen to know the part #???

edit:
nvm
http://www.moog-suspension-parts.com/moog-k9825
moog makes sway bar end links for s14s!!!

[DirtyKityLitter]

Im new to the forum, im looking for a wiring guide for the white under dash plug for a s13

i have a 1990 240sx hatch, recently did a red top sr20det swap.

the engine has good compression, fuel pressure, proper timing, and so forth.

the engine will crank over and its a battle to start it, i have to keep the throttle body wide open for it to start.

once it starts it dies instantly.

i took the fuel rail off and had my buddy crank it over, the injector spray is puney, not very strong.

my honda s2k has a way more powerful spray than these things...

my local "injection" shop tested the injectors and they said they are good.... im thinking either they are full of crap or the constant 12v has intermittent problems, the red wire, should i just hard wire them to the battery and see if that solves my problem?

I really appreciate any help here im starting to get really frustrated with this incredible swap.

also, does anybody have a better wiring for the fuse box wires from the harness? and the white under dash plug?

better than FRsports crummy one?

thanks!

[dorkidori_s13]

unplug your MAF, then start it... if it runs, youve found your issue.

[kashira kureijii]

Is there a way to test popup headlight motors with them out of the car? I was thinking i could just apply power to certain prongs and get them to work, just to see which ones are working. I have 2 sets, 1 set wouldnt pop up and i went silvia front anyway. Now i need them, and i am wondering which set will work


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[stralec]

Going to pick up a rolling shell this week, just have to put on a few parts for the front suspension
I need to know the bolt sizes/thread for the following parts:
Front Tension rods
Front LCA

Thanks a lot in advance

[DJTTon]

Can someone please PM me? I am having some small brake issues and Id like to clarify several things before I go and buy parts.

<3

[Farkel]

For 2 tone s13 coupes, what's the paint code for the bottom gold section on the white/gold cars?

[91stockcoupe]

Anyone know if the stock lower control arm bushings on an s13 are rubber or solid?

[dorkidori_s13]

Theyre rubber with a metal center sleeve.

[jared420sx]

S14 t28 frsh rebuild
Blitz bov
Aem ems
370cc sr injectors
Evo9 stock fmic
3in dp
3in exhaust
Cast manifold
Aem wideband
Headgasket
Ngk BKR7EIX-11
255fp
Fresh ka24de
Can i hit 300 whp relatively safely?