RAS install.

[lonelydrifter]

Hey when you install your Rocker Arm Stoppers are you still able to use that OEM copper cam plate on the exhaust side? I couldn't get it to fit with the new cams and RAS along with oil squirters.

[GSXRJJordan]

You don't need it. Search for some RAS install threads.

[QuikS14]

I trimmed mine with a dremel since I used this DIY:

http://www.nicoclub.com/articles.php?id=224734

[Wahl 136]

You don't need it. Search for some RAS install threads.


I'm pretty sure that thread is only in Premieland. :)

[lonelydrifter]

Alright thanks guys I just wasn't sure what it was used for and if I really needed that thing. Now that I know it just for blow-by i'll just leave it off since im running and catch can anyways.

[Wahl 136]

Alright thanks guys I just wasn't sure what it was used for and if I really needed that thing. Now that I know it just for blow-by i'll just leave it off since im running and catch can anyways.

GL let us know if it worked out or not.

[moses]

hey sorry to jack your thread for a little but i was going to the ras install tomorrow and i just had a few questions.
first do i really have to empty out all the oil?
second if i dont have a torque wrench can i just snug it down?
and third i have never took off my valve cover so do i have reseal the whole valve cover or is the gasket enogh?
thanks and sorry about jacking your thread

[aNskY]

hey sorry to jack your thread for a little but i was going to the ras install tomorrow and i just had a few questions.
first do i really have to empty out all the oil?
second if i dont have a torque wrench can i just snug it down?
and third i have never took off my valve cover so do i have reseal the whole valve cover or is the gasket enogh?
thanks and sorry about jacking your thread


1: no you dont have to drain your oil

2: a torque wrench is a MUST.

3: a little rtv on top and below the vcg is always good, they tend to leak without it

[bshotts]

If you've never removed your valve cover and are asking if you need to follow torque specs on your valvetrain, this might not be the job for you.

The writeup mentioned above from Nico has plenty of directions/pictures that you should use it as your guide. Like he says, follow FSM procedure for cam cap bolt loosening/torqing and you should be fine to use your existing valve cover gasket, unless it's already leaking. Just make sure it's not twisted or ripped when reinstalling. Careful to not drop anything inside the valvetrain either.

You shouldn't have to drain oil....unless you just happen to be putting fresh oil/filter in anyway.

[moses]

alright thanks guys. ill wait for the torque wrench and rtv.

[bshotts]

Good luck and good choice for a first mod.

Oh yeah, a reliable and accurate torque wrench should be your new friend....go treat yourself to one you'll never look back!!!

[INeedNewTires]

added questions, what if i have an S14 SR with the VVT can i install the same RAS's and if so is it the same install process or what? searched found only S13 schtuff...

[aNskY]

vvt unit is part of (in front of) the cam sprocket and the ras dont touch the cams so i dont see how it would be any different

[sbanzer123]

you have to trim a little bit on the vc for the s14 motor

[BiG MiKE86]

I trimmed mine with a dremel since I used this DIY:

Technical Articles: Installing Greddy Rocker Arm Stoppers on SR20DET (http://www.nicoclub.com/articles.php?id=224734)
x2 - I also trimmed my oil baffle with a dremel.. takes 10 minz - goodluck

[Kuzumi]

i appologize for bump but i have a serious question. Is there any specific way to install the ras with the spacers that are on the oil squirter? couldn't find anything online. today i started my car up and sounds like the rocker arms are hitting the stoppers.

[sbanzer123]

i hate how people have to appologize for a bump to ask a question on an old thread but if you start a new thread you get bashed for not searching