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snp_ethan
12-12-2004, 05:31 AM
I got a zenki some time ago. It sounds like there is something loose in the frame. I got tein flex, new tie ends/rods, rims, and tires, but its still there, I'm assuming its the bushings, the problem is that I dont have cash right now, and prolly wont for a while, so I wanted to know if there was someone who knew how to get the bushings done, or at least the rear.
Or some website with detailed instructions so a guy with no experience, nor tools could do it.

S14DB
12-12-2004, 10:32 AM
Push on the side of the car above the wheel. Don't rock the car, push it sideways and see if the car moves and the bushings flex.

idlafie
12-12-2004, 11:57 PM
Your subframe bushings are shot.....you'll need to buy some subframe spacers.

Once you get the subframe spacers, click on the attached link for installation instructions...Dont' let the 300ZX info fool you...it also applies for 240SX's.
http://capitalzoftexas.com/techtips/

Anyhow, hope this helps...
ID

snp_ethan
12-13-2004, 11:27 PM
Ic , hey, thank you very much, now, would I have to align or balance the car or do any post installation after i get it done? and where could I get some spacers, and which ones are good/ affordable?

snp_ethan
01-12-2005, 06:56 PM
ok, I installed the spacers for the back, but I could not find where to put the spacers for the fron so, could anybody tellme where they go?

projectRDM
01-12-2005, 08:46 PM
There are none in the front.

snp_ethan
01-13-2005, 07:20 PM
well, thats why i couldnt find it... thanks...
so, now im stuck with 2 extra spacers?

idlafie
01-13-2005, 10:52 PM
First of all, which spacer kit did you get?? A Gregg Dupree spacer kit??
http://www.specialtyz.com/suspension.htm
These only mount on the bottom portion of the subframe bushing....
Or something similar to the attached??
http://www.jspec.com/p2msubspac.html
These mount above AND below the subframe bushing....

If you have the Gregg Dupree spacer kit, then you still need to install the remaining two spacers. The rear subframe has four mounting points. Two are in front of the rear tire by the frame rails. Look for an angle type bracket, (something like this < or this >). Did you check this install link when you installed your spacers?? Take a look at the photo at the top of the page.
http://capitalzoftexas.com/techtips/

Anyhow, hope this helps...
ID