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lonelydrifter · 08-13-2007, 12:24 PM

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 · 08-13-2007, 12:41 PM

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

Wahl 136 · 08-13-2007, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by GSXRJJordan

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

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

lonelydrifter · 08-13-2007, 01:27 PM

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 · 08-13-2007, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 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.

GL let us know if it worked out or not.

QuikS14 · 08-13-2007, 12:53 PM

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

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

BiG MiKE86 · 08-07-2008, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by QuikS14

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

Technical Articles: Installing Greddy Rocker Arm Stoppers on SR20DET

x2 - I also trimmed my oil baffle with a dremel.. takes 10 minz - goodluck

Kuzumi · 09-27-2008, 11:59 AM

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.

moses · 08-05-2008, 03:48 PM

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 · 08-05-2008, 03:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 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

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 · 08-05-2008, 03:59 PM

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 · 08-05-2008, 04:01 PM

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

bshotts · 08-05-2008, 04:03 PM

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 · 08-05-2008, 04:18 PM

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 · 08-05-2008, 04:21 PM

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 · 08-05-2008, 07:30 PM

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

sbanzer123 · 09-28-2008, 09:33 AM

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

08-13-2007, 12:24 PM	#1
lonelydrifter Zilvia Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: florida Age: 39 Posts: 270 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	RAS install. 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.

08-13-2007, 12:41 PM	#2
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09-27-2008, 11:59 AM	#8
Kuzumi Zilvia Addict Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Minecraftia! Posts: 753 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	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. __________________ http://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=1127316777

08-05-2008, 04:18 PM	#14
INeedNewTires Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,527 Trader Rating: (4) Rides Gallery: INeedNewTires Feedback Score: 4 reviews	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... __________________

08-13-2007, 01:27 PM	#4
lonelydrifter Zilvia Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: florida Age: 39 Posts: 270 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	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.

08-13-2007, 12:53 PM	#6
QuikS14 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Detroit Posts: 13 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I trimmed mine with a dremel since I used this DIY: http://www.nicoclub.com/articles.php?id=224734

08-05-2008, 03:48 PM	#9
moses Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Jacksonville, ar Age: 38 Posts: 555 Trader Rating: (2) Rides Gallery: moses Feedback Score: 2 reviews	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

08-05-2008, 03:59 PM	#11
bshotts Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Indianapolis, IN Age: 42 Posts: 472 Trader Rating: (13) Feedback Score: 13 reviews	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.

08-05-2008, 04:01 PM	#12
moses Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Jacksonville, ar Age: 38 Posts: 555 Trader Rating: (2) Rides Gallery: moses Feedback Score: 2 reviews	alright thanks guys. ill wait for the torque wrench and rtv.

08-05-2008, 04:03 PM	#13
bshotts Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Indianapolis, IN Age: 42 Posts: 472 Trader Rating: (13) Feedback Score: 13 reviews	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!!!

08-05-2008, 04:21 PM	#15
aNskY Nissanaholic! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: NY Age: 41 Posts: 1,604 Trader Rating: (10) Feedback Score: 10 reviews	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

08-05-2008, 07:30 PM	#16
sbanzer123 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Buffalo, NY Age: 36 Posts: 534 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	you have to trim a little bit on the vc for the s14 motor

09-28-2008, 09:33 AM	#17
sbanzer123 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Buffalo, NY Age: 36 Posts: 534 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	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