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brianglawson · 11-08-2003, 08:22 AM

i should be doing my swap in about 2 weeks(im stoked) and i had a few questions about some nismo parts

1. are the nismo motor/tranny mounts worth the money? Do they really reduce drivetran flex and such?

2. has anyone tried the nismo clutch/flywheel package that heavy throttle has? how is the clutch in it, also does the flywheel help you out a worthy amount? I am a very rev happy person, i like the car to rev up fast and down fast so im curious...

thanks in advance to whomever answers

~Brian~

Phoen_x_s14 · 11-08-2003, 03:06 PM

1: Stiffer motor and tranny mounts directs more power instead of having to "balance" the vibrations since softer mounts dampens the vibrations coming through the engine to the drive train. So with stiffer mounts its said that the engine will respond alot better with the drivetrain, some what better "engine response". But you'll have more vibrations coming out from the ening with stiff mounts, solution= HPI or 5Zigen engine torque damper.

exe=HPI torque damper (red looking stick near the exhaust manifold)
HPI's site
heh, they also make carbon fiber doors for silvia's/240sx's

2: Having a lighter fly wheel helps the car rev up faster. You could also get light weight gear pullys, or get both and you'll really notice how you car revs. Usually don't go lower then 11 pounds unless you got more then 300 HP, its kind of over kill. Lighter flywheels don't make power, they free up power, understand that. People keep thinking it makes power. Same thing with light weight gear pullys.

What level is the cluth rated at? Having too high of a clutch that can hold more power then your putting out will put alot of stress on your drivetrain; especially the tranny. Turbo magazines recommend using a low level clutch thats in your power range. Or you can learn the hardways like my honda's friends and either get your tranny rebuilt 5 months from install or get a new one.

ryan hagen · 11-09-2003, 09:12 PM

i got a nismo tranney mount, and i filled in the gap in the mount with 3m urethane window glue to make it stiffer and they are wonderful, my shifter doesnt shake or rattle around or vibrate as bad as it did witht eh stock mount, im gonna take motor mount next and fill them in with the urethane and see how that works

brianglawson · 11-10-2003, 04:53 AM

here is a link to the nismo clutch flywheel package
http://www.srswap.com/shopexd.asp?id=416

Phoen_x_s14 · 11-10-2003, 08:25 AM

Hmm it looks like a level 5-6 clutch cuz it looks like its a 3 puck design. But they listed as being able to hold up to 400hp. Weird. If your not making that much power when you install it I dont know if your gonna be happy with the results.

I forget tho, is it the higher level the clutch, the easier it is to engage, or is it vice-versa?

11-08-2003, 08:22 AM	#1
brianglawson Nissanaholic! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA Age: 37 Posts: 1,912 Trader Rating: (1) Rides Gallery: brianglawson Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Q's about a few NISMO parts??? i should be doing my swap in about 2 weeks(im stoked) and i had a few questions about some nismo parts 1. are the nismo motor/tranny mounts worth the money? Do they really reduce drivetran flex and such? 2. has anyone tried the nismo clutch/flywheel package that heavy throttle has? how is the clutch in it, also does the flywheel help you out a worthy amount? I am a very rev happy person, i like the car to rev up fast and down fast so im curious... thanks in advance to whomever answers ~Brian~ __________________ S15 SR20DET Powered, Kouki S14 http://zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=578575

11-08-2003, 03:06 PM	#2
Phoen_x_s14 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: ATL, GA Age: 42 Posts: 311 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	1: Stiffer motor and tranny mounts directs more power instead of having to "balance" the vibrations since softer mounts dampens the vibrations coming through the engine to the drive train. So with stiffer mounts its said that the engine will respond alot better with the drivetrain, some what better "engine response". But you'll have more vibrations coming out from the ening with stiff mounts, solution= HPI or 5Zigen engine torque damper. exe=HPI torque damper (red looking stick near the exhaust manifold) HPI's site heh, they also make carbon fiber doors for silvia's/240sx's 2: Having a lighter fly wheel helps the car rev up faster. You could also get light weight gear pullys, or get both and you'll really notice how you car revs. Usually don't go lower then 11 pounds unless you got more then 300 HP, its kind of over kill. Lighter flywheels don't make power, they free up power, understand that. People keep thinking it makes power. Same thing with light weight gear pullys. What level is the cluth rated at? Having too high of a clutch that can hold more power then your putting out will put alot of stress on your drivetrain; especially the tranny. Turbo magazines recommend using a low level clutch thats in your power range. Or you can learn the hardways like my honda's friends and either get your tranny rebuilt 5 months from install or get a new one. __________________

11-09-2003, 09:12 PM	#3
ryan hagen Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: rhinelander wisconsin Age: 42 Posts: 1,465 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	i got a nismo tranney mount, and i filled in the gap in the mount with 3m urethane window glue to make it stiffer and they are wonderful, my shifter doesnt shake or rattle around or vibrate as bad as it did witht eh stock mount, im gonna take motor mount next and fill them in with the urethane and see how that works __________________ 1990 hatch ka24de gt2871r

11-10-2003, 04:53 AM	#4
brianglawson Nissanaholic! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA Age: 37 Posts: 1,912 Trader Rating: (1) Rides Gallery: brianglawson Feedback Score: 1 reviews	here is a link to the nismo clutch flywheel package http://www.srswap.com/shopexd.asp?id=416 __________________ S15 SR20DET Powered, Kouki S14 http://zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=578575

11-10-2003, 08:25 AM	#5
Phoen_x_s14 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: ATL, GA Age: 42 Posts: 311 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Hmm it looks like a level 5-6 clutch cuz it looks like its a 3 puck design. But they listed as being able to hold up to 400hp. Weird. If your not making that much power when you install it I dont know if your gonna be happy with the results. I forget tho, is it the higher level the clutch, the easier it is to engage, or is it vice-versa? __________________