for those morons that would like to now more

[crioten]

i would like to know of any good books about 240's (mechanical) and other technical stuff, or any other books that talk about different car parts, since when i read other peoples posts, i have no idea what they are talking about.

i really really would like to learn what most of this means, because i am really interested in knowing the ins and outs of a car, and everyone i know doesnt know sh** about cars...

please help me =)

thanks glen

[Dousan_PG]

i didnt know anything 1.5 years ago. hang out here and on FA and read everything and you'll learn VERY fast. there's not shortcuts you can take.

read read read online look at pics look at people's websites..lots ot be learned.

[thelinja]

Yeah, read posts not only here, but also at FA and 240SX.org. They also have a lot of good info. If you're looking for something like a Haynes repair manual, you're out of luck, Haynes doesn't make one for the 240SX. Chiltons, however, does.

[Foxcolt]

and work on your car. Buy parts and install them yourself. All the knowledge in the world won't help when your trying to pull out a stripped lower strut bolt:D

Seriously though do what dousan said and don't be afraid to tinker with your car. The more work you do to it the easier it will be to understand what people are talking about on these forums.

[HippoSleek]

Since it is hard to work on your own car and learn, I suggest starting off by working with other people. When I first started seriously wrenching, it was hanging out with friends doing "install days" where people would be doing a variety of projects. Once you learn the basics, it is a lot easier to tackle new issues - even on components you have never before dealt with.

Find some locals around you - 240 or similar - and get out there and start wrenching.

[Kreator]

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1566376106/ref=ed_oe_h/102-3738797-9606546?v=glance&s=books&st=*

Ok, this doesn't specifically deal with 240s, but it's a great book on how cars work. Covers everything in great detail. This is the book i started with.

[HaLo]

Hang around and read... That's the best way to learn. When I got my 240sx in fall of 2000, I knew NOTHING about cars. I can now say that I know much more, but there is still a lot to learn.

[Matt_240]

im pretty new w/ cars and so i just started going into fa, zilvia, and other forums and reading other peoples posts to learn. I also started reading maximum boost by corky bell to learn about turbocharging and reading all the how stuff works writeups. but even if you read all this, its really hard to understand unless you really spend time on your car. so i think a balance of working on your car and going through these forums will help.

[matt0941]

a dictionary wouldn't hurt.

[crioten]

thanks a bunch guys...ill look into buying those 2 books you all mentioned in your posts

thanks
glen

[nIsmoAddict]

Hey man here is something you can try. Get a binder and go to howstuffworks.com and print out all the articles about car engine, mechanics and etc. Carry the book with you or leave it in the toilet room and read to your hearts content. It really help breaking into the hobby of cars a lot easier at a basic level.

John
96s14

[96SEChick]

Originally posted by nIsmoAddict
Hey man here is something you can try. Get a binder and go to howstuffworks.com and print out all the articles about car engine, mechanics and etc. Carry the book with you or leave it in the toilet room and read to your hearts content. It really help breaking into the hobby of cars a lot easier at a basic level.

John
96s14

That's a cool idea!! Since my bf and I live together, that binder can go in the bathroom along w/ the Motor Trends! hehe :)

[bbp]

Carry the book with you or leave it in the toilet room and read to your hearts content

Great idea! I may have to get meself a binder... I feel one coming one:D :D

The best book on 240's is the Factory Service manual. I learned by volenteering to work with race teams. eventually got paid, learn from the pro's. you will amke mistakes and do many things twice, but unfortunately thats the nature of the beast! Speaking of beasts, where is that binder!?

[96SEChick]

I keep remembering how much I still want an FSM, but can't find one here. There haven't been many on eBay lately, either! The dealership wants like $125 for it, and that's just not reasonable enough for me. Anyone have an FSM for sale (yeah, right!!)? hehe

----Lauren :)

[AceInHole]

Heh... I've used the S14 SR FSM for a lot of stuff actually.... but I've also got the Chilton's manual for the S13 for the KA stuff (since I used to have an S13). As worthless as that book seems, there are a few uses for it (like quick access to torque and gap specs). Other than that... having a friend that's the partially-undisputed most knowledgeable 240 guy doesn't hurt. :p

Most of the stuff I do is at my uncle's house tho, with him as a veteran mechanic to ask if I've ever got probs that I can't solve... in general, having someone who knows a lot about working on cars helps more than any book. There are a shizzitload of small tricks and shortcuts to the actual labor that aren't described on paper anywhere.

[misnomer]

I took an introduction to auto mechanics course at the community college. Covered the basics very well. With that, my FSM, and some tools, I'm good do go.


. . .cept for that godforsaken tranny drain plug

[240 2NR]

Originally posted by 96SEChick
I keep remembering how much I still want an FSM, but can't find one here. There haven't been many on eBay lately, either! The dealership wants like $125 for it, and that's just not reasonable enough for me. Anyone have an FSM for sale (yeah, right!!)? hehe

----Lauren :)

I ordered mine direct from Dyment for ~$70 shipped (1993 S13) last year.

I think it was worth every cent. I'd love to have paid less, but I would buy it again for more.

[DuffMan]

Glad to see it all worked out ace. My orignial concern with your plan was that the NA-designed ECU wouldn't put out more fuel than the stock engine could theoreticly flow in air.

Since you are running 5psi of boost (a 34% increase in air - 5/14.7) and 370cc injectors (a 37% increase in fuel - 100/270) it could be running perfectly and my prediction could still be correct.

Now I could be wrong here, I don't really know how Nissan ecu's are programmed exactly, but I know for some cars this problem would exist. So be VERY careful upping the boost and make sure you keep a close eye on the EGT, listen for pinging, and go only 1 psi at a time.

If that limitation does exist, you could posibly get arround it by getting a fmu with it set to start adding pressure after 5psi. With that, you could run some pretty high boost and still keep fuel pressures reasonable.

[nissan slut]

Hey where could I go to volunteer for race teams? I live in Austin, TX, and is 17 too young to start volunteering? any help?

[bbp]

do some searches on the web for IMSA teams, World Challenge, SCCA racers in different classes. Contact them directly, let them know what you are interested in. You will start out doing the crap stuff, like lugging tires, washing rigs, sweeping floors etc.. show initative..go the extra mile on stuff, it will be noticed and you can progress. Have to earn your right to be there.

good luck!