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I LUV MY S13 · 02-23-2010, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by irritatedmax

Hmmm, I am a bit confused by that. The second mark on the crank pulley is the base timing mark (0* I think). I don't recall if it indicates TDC (it has been over a year since I had to do mine). Here is what I did:

With timing light on the crank pulley and the spark pickup on the number one wire, I checked where it was firing in relation to the timing mark. It was off so I rotated the distributor to bring it back in. It was off more than that so I pulled the distributor rotated it like one tooth in the direction I needed and then checked the timing. Using the timing light, I saw it was closer, so I rotated the distributor and got it to where I wanted. (Repeated this process a few times)

It was a bit confusing at the time, but it started to make sense. Without a timing light, it is going to be quite hard to determine when your engine is getting spark.

I think your other option is to align the timing marks on the timing chain and then reset the distributor. You would still need a timing light to bring it into spec.

well this is all i could find Ka24e Timing Off? - Nissan 240SX Forums

i never took the timing chain off so the crankshaft and valvetrain should be dead on as it was before..but when i replaced the oilpump i did take off the spindle and dizzy without putting it back in the same specific order...

could you kinda explain how this gun works? i would have to go to autozone to get it later on tonight

stinky_180 · 02-23-2010, 02:00 PM

you have never used a timing gun before?

the gun flashes when the number 1 spark plug ignites... you aim it toward the crank pulley and you can see what your ignition timing is at...

Mr.Bobble · 02-23-2010, 05:15 PM

Anybody know where i can obtain these old center caps.. I know they are rare or what not.. even just the logo chips in the middle..

I LUV MY S13 · 02-23-2010, 06:49 PM

ok so i messed around with it a little bit more and now it just backfires even more but still doesnt start...

ive been reading on the timing gun and even watched a few vids on youtube, and all featured the car running...this will work with my car not running correct?

Quote:

Originally Posted by stinky_180

you have never used a timing gun before?

the gun flashes when the number 1 spark plug ignites... you aim it toward the crank pulley and you can see what your ignition timing is at...

no ive never had a need for it

stinky_180 · 02-23-2010, 10:13 PM

the car needs to be running in order to use the timing gun

I LUV MY S13 · 02-23-2010, 10:16 PM

see thats the problem, im trying to get the car to start

wh0aitznic0 · 02-23-2010, 11:01 PM

Just bought a new car. 91' Hatch. Idiot kid snapped the left rear license plate bolt. And the other bolt hole apparently won't take a bolt since he's a fucking idiot. How do I go about changing the license plate bolts out?

Especially that snapped one that's still in there.

datboibrad · 02-24-2010, 07:57 AM

s15 injector seals? what do they cross too?

irritatedmax · 02-24-2010, 09:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stinky_180

the car needs to be running in order to use the timing gun

Not true.

Quote:

Originally Posted by I LUV MY S13

see thats the problem, im trying to get the car to start

If you are cranking and getting a spark, the timing gun will work.

First, timing gun basics: there is a spark signal wire that clips on the #1 spark plug wire; there is a power that clips onto the positive battery terminal; and a negative that clips onto the negative battery terminal or any chassis ground (any metal really).

Second, using it. Hook the gun up. When you crank the car, every time the first cylinder gets its spark, the timing light will flash (flashlight type light is emitted). While it is doing this, point it at the crank pulley to determine where it is firing in relation to the timing marks and the timing indicator arm/thing. (Have someone crank it while you watch the timing marks.)

If you don't see the marks on the pulley, you'll need to adjust your distributor. If it's way off (like 180*), it will need more correction than just turning the distributor. You will need to pull it, spin the distributor a bit, re-install it, and re-check the timing.

A couple helpful things to read (for DOHC KA):
KA-T.org - The Home of 1000+ whp/7 sec Turbo KA's
KA-T.org - The Home of 1000+ whp/7 sec Turbo KA's

MisawaJason · 02-24-2010, 10:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wh0aitznic0

Just bought a new car. 91' Hatch. Idiot kid snapped the left rear license plate bolt. And the other bolt hole apparently won't take a bolt since he's a fucking idiot. How do I go about changing the license plate bolts out?

Especially that snapped one that's still in there.

You can buy or borrow an easy out kit. Basically you drill the center of the bolt and then this "screw looking drill bit" goes in that hole and backs out the bolt for you

stinky_180 · 02-24-2010, 11:05 AM

can you run wheel spacers with wheels that have two PCD (4x114 & 4x100)? 15-20mm specifically.

killer240 · 02-24-2010, 12:37 PM

S13 coilovers question
i know both are some good coils

but which would you get if they were at the same price used.. well kei office go for 600 the cheapest and i found some tein flex for 450 + my old suspension w/ tein springs
kei office or tein flex w/out EDFC?

stinky_180 · 02-24-2010, 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stinky_180

can you run wheel spacers with wheels that have two PCD (4x114 & 4x100)? 15-20mm specifically.

Quote:

Originally Posted by killer240

S13 coilovers question
i know both are some good coils

but which would you get if they were at the same price used.. well kei office go for 600 the cheapest and i found some tein flex for 450 + my old suspension w/ tein springs
kei office or tein flex w/out EDFC?

kei office...................................

blackalicious95 · 02-24-2010, 02:39 PM

does anyone know or know where i can find the dimensions for a zeta II seat.
I have an offer on the table to trade my zeta III type L for a zeta II but im scared i might not fit in the zeta II
i wear a size 36 and the type L fits me nice and snug but not uncomfortablly and since this is my daily i dont want to get something that will make me hate driving my car.
all of my searches have only turned up with dimensions for brides newer seats.
And if there is anyone around the fresno area that has a zeta II that i could test out that would be great.

g-via · 02-24-2010, 03:48 PM

With the combination of NRG's short hub and gen 2.5 quick release, is the steering wheel exactly in the OE position?

From the Nardi website:
(DEEP CORN)
350 mm = 80 mm offset
330 mm = 53 mm offset

Is this offset (concavity) the same for their entire lineup of concave wheels (i.e. Sport Rally), and is this measurement from outside face to outside face of the steering wheel?

Thanks

NMs14.5kouki · 02-24-2010, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fckillerbee

http://zilvia.net/f/tech-talk/115916...nsion-faq.html

hope this helps, as I did not fully understand the difference. Most people that I have seen get a "drift" alignment stay around the 6.5-7 degree mark.

Pro drivers please chime in to correct me if I am wrong.

That thread just confused the hell out of me... i understand all the other suspension adjustments except caster. I can't get even a close grasp onto caster. Thanks for the thread tho it helped with other stuff.

P_856 · 02-24-2010, 07:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stinky_180

can you run wheel spacers with wheels that have two PCD (4x114 & 4x100)? 15-20mm specifically.

im going to say no i think you need atleast 25mm to clear the stock studs/back hub of the wheels, if you use 15-20mm a small amount of the stock studs will stick out and hit the wheels

repda916 · 02-24-2010, 07:56 PM

what would cause my guage cluster lights to lag when i turn my lights on?
also what would cause my high beams to turn on when its suppose to be the regular lights and my high beam switch turn on my regular lights.

datboibrad · 02-24-2010, 10:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by datboibrad

s15 injector seals? what do they cross too?

plz?

msglngth

*garagelu* · 02-24-2010, 10:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by datboibrad

plz?

msglngth

same as KA. Just buy for any dohc ka so 91-98 240sx.

Think about it. S15 injectors are upgrades for s13 and s14 sr. s13 and s14 sr 370cc injectors are upgrades for ka-t guys. All those injectors and injector o-rings interchange.

drftkng951 · 02-24-2010, 11:12 PM

J30/Z32 VLSD w/s13 cover is leaking.

1)which gasket do i use?

2)anyone using friction modifier for a nissan vlsd?

*hOngsterr* · 02-25-2010, 01:37 AM

people always use silicone to seal up diff covers.

Spring Break '92 · 02-25-2010, 03:53 AM

Has anyone with a knock off Tial wastegate replaced the diaphragm and spring with authentic Tial parts successfully?

ayuaddict · 02-25-2010, 03:59 AM

who the fuck makes cool shank lugs?

i found some nifty ones on summit and shit but no nice pretty ones.

MisawaJason · 02-25-2010, 08:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drftkng951

J30/Z32 VLSD w/s13 cover is leaking.

1)which gasket do i use?

2)anyone using friction modifier for a nissan vlsd?

Rtv works like a champ

*hOngsterr* · 02-25-2010, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ayuaddict

who the fuck makes cool shank lugs?

i found some nifty ones on summit and shit but no nice pretty ones.

maybe gorilla locks or mcgards?

jdm2191 · 02-25-2010, 04:09 PM

Any suggestions on where i can find a "Left Side S13 Silvia Aero Sideskirt"?

Geezy · 02-25-2010, 06:58 PM

double posted it

Geezy · 02-25-2010, 06:59 PM

so i been looking at the Rota Grids. (i know, bad juju already)
but on the their website it doesn't say it offers them in 18x9.5 4 or 5 lug sizes. unlike the P45Rs.

like these. (actual ones i'm lookin for)

how or where would i go about to find these?

I KNOW I KNOW! FLAME SUITE ON!

datboibrad · 02-25-2010, 07:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by garagelu

same as KA. Just buy for any dohc ka so 91-98 240sx.

Think about it. S15 injectors are upgrades for s13 and s14 sr. s13 and s14 sr 370cc injectors are upgrades for ka-t guys. All those injectors and injector o-rings interchange.

no the s15 sr injector seals are not as thick. the ka seals like lets say 1" OD while s14 and s15 sr are like 3/4"

anyone else?

02-23-2010, 02:00 PM	#662
stinky_180 Nissanaholic! Join Date: May 2004 Location: Pale Blue Dot Age: 36 Posts: 2,064 Trader Rating: (26) Feedback Score: 26 reviews	you have never used a timing gun before? the gun flashes when the number 1 spark plug ignites... you aim it toward the crank pulley and you can see what your ignition timing is at... __________________ SoCal RallyX Coverage and MTB Ride Reports WheelsDirty

02-23-2010, 10:13 PM	#665
stinky_180 Nissanaholic! Join Date: May 2004 Location: Pale Blue Dot Age: 36 Posts: 2,064 Trader Rating: (26) Feedback Score: 26 reviews	the car needs to be running in order to use the timing gun __________________ SoCal RallyX Coverage and MTB Ride Reports WheelsDirty

02-23-2010, 10:16 PM	#666
I LUV MY S13 Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Norwalk, Los Angeles Age: 32 Posts: 3,349 Trader Rating: (35) Rides Gallery: I LUV MY S13 Feedback Score: 35 reviews	see thats the problem, im trying to get the car to start __________________ -Jorge

02-24-2010, 11:05 AM	#671
stinky_180 Nissanaholic! Join Date: May 2004 Location: Pale Blue Dot Age: 36 Posts: 2,064 Trader Rating: (26) Feedback Score: 26 reviews	can you run wheel spacers with wheels that have two PCD (4x114 & 4x100)? 15-20mm specifically. __________________ SoCal RallyX Coverage and MTB Ride Reports WheelsDirty

02-24-2010, 03:48 PM	#675
g-via Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: B.C., Canada Posts: 1,023 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	With the combination of NRG's short hub and gen 2.5 quick release, is the steering wheel exactly in the OE position? From the Nardi website: (DEEP CORN) 350 mm = 80 mm offset 330 mm = 53 mm offset Is this offset (concavity) the same for their entire lineup of concave wheels (i.e. Sport Rally), and is this measurement from outside face to outside face of the steering wheel? Thanks __________________ "I'm a rage-aholic, I just can't live with rage-ahol!!!"

02-23-2010, 05:15 PM	#663
Mr.Bobble Zilvia Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Houston, T.X Age: 32 Posts: 236 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Anybody know where i can obtain these old center caps.. I know they are rare or what not.. even just the logo chips in the middle..

02-24-2010, 07:57 AM	#668
datboibrad Zilvia Addict Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: tx Posts: 636 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	s15 injector seals? what do they cross too?

02-24-2010, 12:37 PM	#672
killer240 Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Pair of dice, Norcal Age: 31 Posts: 2,619 Trader Rating: (24) Feedback Score: 24 reviews	S13 coilovers question i know both are some good coils but which would you get if they were at the same price used.. well kei office go for 600 the cheapest and i found some tein flex for 450 + my old suspension w/ tein springs kei office or tein flex w/out EDFC?

02-24-2010, 02:39 PM	#674
blackalicious95 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: May 2005 Location: Fresno... FresYES Age: 38 Posts: 318 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	does anyone know or know where i can find the dimensions for a zeta II seat. I have an offer on the table to trade my zeta III type L for a zeta II but im scared i might not fit in the zeta II i wear a size 36 and the type L fits me nice and snug but not uncomfortablly and since this is my daily i dont want to get something that will make me hate driving my car. all of my searches have only turned up with dimensions for brides newer seats. And if there is anyone around the fresno area that has a zeta II that i could test out that would be great.

02-24-2010, 07:56 PM	#678
repda916 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: cali Age: 29 Posts: 999 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	what would cause my guage cluster lights to lag when i turn my lights on? also what would cause my high beams to turn on when its suppose to be the regular lights and my high beam switch turn on my regular lights.

02-24-2010, 11:12 PM	#681
drftkng951 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Riverside,CA Age: 32 Posts: 529 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	J30/Z32 VLSD w/s13 cover is leaking. 1)which gasket do i use? 2)anyone using friction modifier for a nissan vlsd? __________________ J.SUN

02-25-2010, 03:53 AM	#683
Spring Break '92 Zilvia Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: unconcious on Daytona Beach Posts: 180 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Has anyone with a knock off Tial wastegate replaced the diaphragm and spring with authentic Tial parts successfully? __________________ BOOYAH! Last edited by Spring Break '92; 02-25-2010 at 05:02 AM..

02-25-2010, 03:59 AM	#684
ayuaddict Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Socal Age: 32 Posts: 4,017 Trader Rating: (9) Feedback Score: 9 reviews	who the fuck makes cool shank lugs? i found some nifty ones on summit and shit but no nice pretty ones.

02-25-2010, 04:09 PM	#687
jdm2191 Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Whittier Age: 30 Posts: 3,717 Trader Rating: (79) Feedback Score: 79 reviews	Any suggestions on where i can find a "Left Side S13 Silvia Aero Sideskirt"? __________________ My Build: The "Coupe De Ville" 1JZ Build!!

02-25-2010, 06:58 PM	#688
Geezy Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 301 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	asdf double posted it Last edited by Geezy; 02-25-2010 at 07:00 PM.. Reason: double post

02-25-2010, 06:59 PM	#689
Geezy Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 301 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	need some known resources so i been looking at the Rota Grids. (i know, bad juju already) but on the their website it doesn't say it offers them in 18x9.5 4 or 5 lug sizes. unlike the P45Rs. like these. (actual ones i'm lookin for) how or where would i go about to find these? I KNOW I KNOW! FLAME SUITE ON!

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