Piggyback Heaven – Installing a SAFC NEO in a SRT-4
Today we are installing the ever popular SAFC NEO into our Project SRT-4. While piggyback computers aren’t as commonplace today as they were 10 years ago, they are still quite useful for the tuner on a budget. While I install quite a few AFC NEO’s, I don’t recommend this install for the SRT-4 due to […]
Case Studies – Installing Megan Rear Upper and Lower Arms in a S14
Today we are bolting on a set of Megan Rear Upper Control arms, and Megan Racing Lower Control arms in a 1996 240SX ( S14 ), part numbers are : MR-RTCA-NS14 – Nissan 240SX Rear Lower Toe Arms These arms allow you to change the static toe and toe change during suspension compression and load. […]
Case Studies : Project SRT-4 gets a heart transplant!
When we last left our Project SRT-4, it had an unfortunate head gasket tear and consequently had overheated. While the stock turbo had done it’s part putting down 355 @ 25 psi, it was definitely not happy at that level of boost. While tearing the head off for service, we’ve decided to upgrade the turbo […]
Case Studies – Installing TEIN Stech Springs in a Evolution X
A good friend of mine recently picked up a slightly used Evolution X from a dealer, after trading in his S2000. He’s been around DSM’s for the better part of his professional career, having worked at Road Race Engineering and the now defunct BOZZ. So to say the least, he knows his way around the […]
Why I hate my Acadia Part II….
Well it’s yet another chapter in “Why I Hate My Acadia” and this car is becoming more and more of a problem than a solution. To be honest when crap goes wrong with this car, I’ve stopped being shocked or angry. The latest thing to go wrong with this car? The headlight went out. No, […]
Case Studies – How to Repair a OBDI Engine Harness
We are taking the time to repair a engine harness on a 1992 Acura Integra GS, as the previous owner completely hacked up the connectors and did not leave sufficient wire to solder them together. What better time than to re-pin the engine harness? Let’s begin. First isolate the plug in question and undo from […]
Case Studies – Installing an HKS catback on a S13
Today we are installing an old-school HKS Hi-Power onto a 1992 Nissan 240SX SE.This is an older HKS unit with the old school dual exhaust tips, meant for NA applications. Tools you will need for this install : HKS Exhaust part number 31006-KN005 Breaker bar 14mm wrench or socket Spray on lube First raise the […]
Case Studies – 2006 Infiniti G35 Stereo Removal
This G35 has the 6 disc changer option from the factory, and it refuses to spit out discs or play discs anymore. Instead of operating, now the unit simply makes an odd buzzing sound and turns off when you attempt to access the CDs. So removing the G35 stereo is our next step, tools you […]
Case Studies – Project Supra hits the Dyno!
When we last left our 1997 Anniversary Edition Supra, it was just getting used to calling to it’s new owner and had been modded for the first time in its life. Because the car is so new, my friend is adamant about going slow and keeping it BPU for a while. He even goes so […]
Case Studies – Cam Angle Sensor and Drive Belts on a Infiniti G35
My G35 has been driven hard and put away wet by many various members of my family, and just the other day the car threw the dreaded P0340 CAS error. Oh well, I guess I can’t be too upset considering the G35 has over 230,000 miles on it. What better time to replace my drive belts […]