Case Studies – Converting the Ignitor setup on a 90 DSM Turbo to a 91.
A friend of mine recently picked up a 90 Eclipse Turbo for 400 dollars in non running condition. After a few minutes, we determine that the engine lacks spark and after a few tests, we find that the ignitor is completely dead. As the 90 is the “black sheep” of the DSM family, I elect […]
Why I hate my Acadia…..
Early in 2009, I purchased a slightly used 2008 GMC Acadia for a family vehicle and to accommodate my growing family and the needs that come along with all the kids. With a sharp looking exterior and a roomy interior and optional captain seats, I thought this car would be a decent buy. After all…. Domestic quality […]
Case Studies – How to wrap your headers
Header wrap kicks ass….. when it’s already installed. Yep, nothing worse than wrapping headers or exhaust manifolds, especially when you are wrapping an elaborate one as we will be doing today. One look at the Talon’s exhaust manifold and it’s quite clear to see that this task isn’t going to be an easy one. Wrapping […]
A Blast from the Past – One of the original Pro Street DSM’s
When Jesse spoke to me about purchasing my Talon, one sentence made me pause and think about exactly what this car was. The conversation went something kinda like this : Jesse : “What’s up with your Talon, I want to buy it.” Me : “Oh yeah? lets work it out” Jesse : “I want the […]
Case Studies – Outside John’s comfort range
It isn’t everyday that I pause when someone asks me to tune their vehicle, but this particular Chevelle had me reconsidering. Gary Avant’s Chevelle is a 383 powered, supercharged Chevelle using Edelbrock’s EFI Pro Flo XT Engine management unit. Needless to say, a little bit out of my comfort range….. Gary has had some problems […]
Jesse’s RB25 S13 – Installing Top Feed Injectors
When we last left the RB25 S13, the injector duty cycles kept us from bumping up the boost and making some real power. The solution? some 760cc top feed Precision Injectors to help our S13 crack the 450whp mark. Parts you will need for this conversion x6 top feed injectors of your choice – high […]
Case Studies – Jesse’s RB25 S13 – The Beginning
Jesse’s S13 first came to me as a 700 dollar shell with an auto tranny and a completely shot KA24. Within a week, Jesse had sourced a RB25 and tranny and had 2 wiring harnesses ready to be wired up. When it came to the mounts, Jesse had sourced a shop that was closing in […]
Aligning at Treds
A good friend of mine just opened his doors at Treds Alignment in Hayward, which presented me with the perfect opportunity to hash out any lingering stance issues. Jesse, Butch and Chris are as cool as they come, and provide top-notch support and service. Butch is probably one of the most experienced and knowledgeable alignment guys in […]
Setting the Stance – Aligning the 240 and Megan Racing
After my ordeal with C&J Automotive, I finally got my Megan subframe bushings pressed in and locked in. My last shipment of parts from Megan Racing finally arrives with my upper rear control arms and tie rod ends. I remove my old subframe, and find that the subframe itself had been cracked and rewelded. This […]
Project 240SX – Installing Megan Subframe Bushings
Nelson and the boys at Megan Racing come through again, sending me a full set of their S14 Hardened Subframe Bushings. I get the dumb idea in my head that swapping my subframe at home is something that I actually want to try. Unfortunately, having just moved to Tracy, CA I’m not exactly close to […]