by Wa-Chiss Overview: O.K., I was experiencing some bad leaking problems in my A/C. We tried the stop leak system but it didn’t work. I was changing my oil one day and while I was underneath the car I notices the sway-bar was soaking wet right under the compressor. So, I decided it was time […]
Tie Rod End Replacement
by: 240sx_guy Overview: This will walk you through replacing your worn out tie rod ends. Difficulty: *** Time: ~1 hr Cost: ~$70 Materials: – Tie Rods and hardware (included) Tools: – Jackstands, Jack– Socket wrench– Crescent wrenches– Pliers Procedure: Begin by placing the front of the car on jackstands, make sure it is secure before […]
How to do a compression test on your engine
Measurement of Compression Pressure If you’re even the least bit serious about working on cars, you should own a compression tester. With good basic models available for less than $20, there’s no reason not to have one. Here’s the one I take with me when I go look at a car for sale: Compression tester […]
Restoring Carbon Fiber Body Parts
by chrislis Overview: Chances are if you have had a CF hood, fenders, or other body parts for a fair amount of time, it has begun to fade and collect scratches and dings from exposure to the elements. Don’t fret; you can restore and protect your investment with a simple process if you have the […]
Bleeding Power Steering System
by 240sx2nr95 Step 1: Jack up front of car, place on jackstands for safety. Make sure car is in neutral and start engine, roll down window. Step 2: Take a fluid pump (manual or vacuum) and remove 3/4 of the fluid in the resovoir. Step 3: Fill resovoir back up. Now grab steering wheel and […]
Fuel pressure regulator
Fuel pressure regulator By:Mike Lee Most modern fuel injected cars run a fuel pump in the tank and run much more fuel than is needed to the fuel rail. A regulator keeps a certain amount of fuel pressure in the rail and then sends the rest back to the tank. Your car as well as […]
Nitrous Oxide FAQ
There is a lot of good nitrous information here for newbies. I have combined this from my FAQ, and one done by BlackSS on Ls1Tech.com. Enjoy and Spray Safe. Wet vs. Dry; A Basic Overview These questions will come up a lot, so I’ll try to address them now. The main difference between the 2 […]
Checking for air conditioning leaks
by C-Kwik Overview: Does your A/C performance deteriorate gradually after a recharge?Thisindicates a slow leak. Difficulty: ** Time: 2-4 hours Cost: varies by method Procedure: There are couple of ways to find a leak in your A/C system. One way is to use a “sniffer”. This is a hand held device that is waved around […]
Restoring your Nissan’s paint
From Salvage to Showroom Shine—Bringing Paint Back From the Dead It began with a phone call. A friend had just bought a bargain-basement-priced 1990 240sx.Although it was mechanically in good shape, the paint job was trashed. It was badly oxidized on the hood, trunk, and roof—with a chalky pallor and no reflectivity left at all. […]
All you ever wanted to know about differentials
I’m often asked, “Does my 240sx have a VLSD?” Here’s how you can tell: The most obvious sign is the presence of a big orange sticker on the side of the differential that says VLSD. Another way to find out is to lift both drive wheels completely off the ground. With transmission in neutral, spin […]