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theodditie · 07-08-2005, 12:25 AM

Alright, I got a 95 240sx and recently everytime I go to take off or gun it just a little bit I get a quick Popping sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. It only pops 1 time unless I keep letting off the gas then hitting it again. At first I thought somehting suspension wise, but then I talked to my dad and a couple others and they said it sounded more like a u-joint. Problem is I can't find a U-joint at any parts store, so I'm kinda wondering if that is the problem for sure or not. Have any of you guys had this problem happen to you before? Any help is greatly appreciated.

projectRDM · 07-08-2005, 09:17 AM

U-joints are not replaceable on 240s.

It's more than likely the subframe bushings, do a search. It's well discussed.

Eddie@Performance · 07-08-2005, 10:48 AM

The popping noise is most likely the subframe bushings and the stoppers, i once had that problem when the subframe was rocking back and forth during acceleration and letting off. Best way around it is to replace the subframe bushings and install a subframe spacers, while yer under there you might as well install new diff stopper bushings since its cheap.

driftstar · 07-08-2005, 11:23 PM

yah i had an s14 and mine did the same thing 90 twin-turbo Z is absolutley correct, i replaced all bushings and was good to go

theodditie · 07-08-2005, 11:45 PM

Can you only get the bushings from the dealership? or are you able to get them from other auto parts store?

morpheus8486 · 07-09-2005, 10:02 PM

check out splparts.com for all your suspension needs. they sell some solid subframe spacers and collars that will probably take care of your problem.

07-08-2005, 12:25 AM	#1
theodditie Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Oklahoma Age: 41 Posts: 7 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Rear End Question Alright, I got a 95 240sx and recently everytime I go to take off or gun it just a little bit I get a quick Popping sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. It only pops 1 time unless I keep letting off the gas then hitting it again. At first I thought somehting suspension wise, but then I talked to my dad and a couple others and they said it sounded more like a u-joint. Problem is I can't find a U-joint at any parts store, so I'm kinda wondering if that is the problem for sure or not. Have any of you guys had this problem happen to you before? Any help is greatly appreciated.

07-08-2005, 09:17 AM	#2
projectRDM Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Atlanta Age: 51 Posts: 13,812 Trader Rating: (12) Feedback Score: 12 reviews	U-joints are not replaceable on 240s. It's more than likely the subframe bushings, do a search. It's well discussed. __________________ FORMERLY R240NA Learn what's really going on and protect your assets now before they're gone forever: www.paypalsucks.com

07-08-2005, 10:48 AM	#3
Eddie@Performance Zilvia.net Advertiser Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Duarte, CA Posts: 445 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	The popping noise is most likely the subframe bushings and the stoppers, i once had that problem when the subframe was rocking back and forth during acceleration and letting off. Best way around it is to replace the subframe bushings and install a subframe spacers, while yer under there you might as well install new diff stopper bushings since its cheap. __________________ PERFORMANCE NISSAN IN DUARTE My Direct Line 626-739-1968 or TOLL FREE 1-866-211-7389 For All Your Nissan Parts Needs! 1434 Buena Vista St Duarte, CA 91010 Where the 210 & 605 Freeways meet, Buena Vista Exit! My Garage: 1990 Nissan 300ZX Twin-Turbo (modded weekend car) 2008 Suzuki GSX-R750 (Race/Weekend bike) 2003 Toyota 4Runner V8 Limited (Daily stock and boring) 2002 Honda VFR800 Interceptor V-TEC (Sport Touring Bike)

07-09-2005, 10:02 PM	#6
morpheus8486 Zilvia Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: ND Age: 38 Posts: 274 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	check out splparts.com for all your suspension needs. they sell some solid subframe spacers and collars that will probably take care of your problem. __________________ '91 240sx Fastback SuperHicas My Car Domain Page

07-08-2005, 11:23 PM	#4
driftstar Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: hevanell Posts: 34 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	yah i had an s14 and mine did the same thing 90 twin-turbo Z is absolutley correct, i replaced all bushings and was good to go

07-08-2005, 11:45 PM	#5
theodditie Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Oklahoma Age: 41 Posts: 7 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Can you only get the bushings from the dealership? or are you able to get them from other auto parts store?