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[S14DB]

Originally Posted by pitesy

Does anyone have experiences with e-bay roof spoilers for S14?

1995 1998 Nissan 240sx s14 Transparent Black ABS Rear Roof Window Spoiler | eBay

Quite cheap, so I would assume either the fitment, or the material itself is bad quality.

Does it worth the money, or avoid it and buy a proper one?

Thanks a lot in advance!

It's not a real spoiler. It's some tinted plastic like rain guards that go on your side windows.

[pitesy]

Originally Posted by S14DB

It's not a real spoiler. It's some tinted plastic like rain guards that go on your side windows.

Now you say it really looks like that on the pictures. Thanks a lot, I'll avoid them!

[HipHopHippo]

Im about to put on a fiberglass bumper, if I misplace a hole would I be able to fix it with something like this?

Fibreglass Evercoat 632 Everglass Short Strand Fiber Reinforced Filler - Quart : Amazon.com : Automotive

[zombiewolf513]

Originally Posted by pitesy

Does anyone have experiences with e-bay roof spoilers for S14?

1995 1998 Nissan 240sx s14 Transparent Black ABS Rear Roof Window Spoiler | eBay

Quite cheap, so I would assume either the fitment, or the material itself is bad quality.

Does it worth the money, or avoid it and buy a proper one?

Thanks a lot in advance!

That thing is a piece of junk. Buy something legitimate from a legitimate dealer.

[HipHopHippo]

Originally Posted by HipHopHippo

Im about to put on a fiberglass bumper, if I misplace a hole would I be able to fix it with something like this?

Fibreglass Evercoat 632 Everglass Short Strand Fiber Reinforced Filler - Quart : Amazon.com : Automotive

vis b speed to be more exact

[OrangeVirus1]

Does anyone know what the RB20DET injector o-ring size is? in MM.

and are they high impedance?

[killer240]

let me get this right. So in California you can basically swap any engine in any make vehicle as long as the engine is the same year or newer than the car your putting it in to, or for example if the car is a 92 Nissan 240sx, does the engine have to be a Nissan made?

[zombiewolf513]

Originally Posted by OrangeVirus1

and are they high impedance?

The silvertop ones are.

[ultimateirving]

Originally Posted by killer240

let me get this right. So in California you can basically swap any engine in any make vehicle as long as the engine is the same year or newer than the car your putting it in to, or for example if the car is a 92 Nissan 240sx, does the engine have to be a Nissan made?

in its most basic.form yes. But there are a lot.of requirements on the emissions side of things.

[I'm Redline]

Originally Posted by HipHopHippo

vis b speed to be more exact

If you misdrill a hole, it is because you have failed this mechanic verse:
Measure twice, be correct. Measure once, cry twice

Seriously though, you will have to fill the hole and repaint it. Measure you mounting points first. Then measure them again. Place the bumper where it goes, and measure twice to insure correct measurements.
Drill the farthest right and left holes first and mount them. The measure and mount the very center. No go outward most to left them right, then back to center left and right. This insures you will not cause any warpage while installing due to just hanging it, them screwing in the stuff from left to right or center out. You will of course more than likely have to trim the outer edges or the top line somewhat for proper spacing fitment as well.

The worst part on 'glass front bumper covers is that any dip and bump can crack and break them like I saw some DB do to his Audi front lip trying to show off at a friday night spot. He basically got laughed out of the place when he came back all smiles and we started pointing and laughing. The two chicks, boy were they impressed

[S14DB]

Originally Posted by killer240

let me get this right. So in California you can basically swap any engine in any make vehicle as long as the engine is the same year or newer than the car your putting it in to, or for example if the car is a 92 Nissan 240sx, does the engine have to be a Nissan made?

Your year or newer. Sold or available in California. Include all emissions necessary for it when it was originally sold. You can use aftermarket parts with CARB CO certs.

You will still be at the mercy of what Referee you get. They could want to help you or want to fail you. You have to feel out which they are. All OE parts usually make them happier than anything shiny. Make sure you have a reason for everything you did swap wise.

I wish SEMA or something had Technical Counselors to help people with the Inspection(Ref). Only thing they seem to have done is the e-rod project.

[killer240]

does the engine and vehicle have to be the same make?

[OrangeVirus1]

Originally Posted by killer240

does the engine and vehicle have to be the same make?

yes.......................

[xGoggles88x]

Ok I have a question, I know the alternator has a ground, where does it hook up too though? Same screw that the battery sends the power too or the one that you adjust for the belts. Any answer is appreciate.

[zombiewolf513]

misinformation

disregard

[xGoggles88x]

Originally Posted by zombiewolf513

The ground for the alternator is an eyelet on the lower harness. See schematic below:



My harness only has one ground, I'm not sure why there's two in that picture, but that should help you out a little.

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So where does this plug go too? Because doesn't the alternator need to connected to the battery??

[zombiewolf513]

misinformation

disregard

[xGoggles88x]

I understand that but this has its has it own plug. I have another extra ground

ImageUploadedByTapatalk1359819677.627669.jpg

The bigger plug was the first pic I posted and the second is the extra ground. Im really confused lol.

[codyace]

Originally Posted by zombiewolf513

The ground for the alternator is an eyelet on the lower harness. See schematic below:

My harness only has one ground, I'm not sure why there's two in that picture, but that should help you out a little.

WOAH WOAH WOAH


What you posted is not correct at all

The big eyelet you have circled there is the POWER, not a ground. THat's why Nissan was kind (as all OEM's) to put a rubber cover/plastic cover on those parts to prevent unwanted shorting.


THe alternator ground is the little wire that uses the screw or the 8mm headed bolt. You also have the large wire that comes down from the fuses that you connect to the bracket itself.

[Kyomae]

Where are some realiable places to buy body kits? Is there a certain place I should look for Origin Stylish kits for an s14? I checked out the website, but it only shows images, no pricing or option to buy on the Origin website. Or let me know if you guys know someone trying to sell an Origin Stylish kit. Thank you!

[zombiewolf513]

My bad, definitly dropped the ball on that one

[codyace]

Originally Posted by zombiewolf513

My bad, definitly dropped the ball on that one

Hehe it's ok. I don't mean to sound funny, but go back an edit your posts, the last thing we need is someone searching (not that they do that anyway, but just in case! haha) and hooking the ground up there

[zombiewolf513]

Ten steps ahead of you

[S14DB]

Originally Posted by OrangeVirus1

yes.......................

No,

Misinformed troll...

[dazed]

So I know the topic of 'moar camberzz' has been discussed time and time again. Trust me I did some researching.

I maxed my camber on the front via pillow-ball mounts. After getting my alignment, I'm only at a disappointing -3.9* on both sides. I would like to get a little more. Not a LOT more, just a little, -4.5* or even 5 would be dandy.

So basically when I say it's 'maxed' the coil is hitting the car.



Like so.

I know people slot the top mount, but I don't really want to do that. Would it be safe to like dremel a little bit out where the coil meets the car? (That little red area). It's not a lot, but I'm just thinking structurally wise, obviously it's designed like that for a reason.



Here is a pic of what I am thinking about taking a dremel to shaded in black.

Is this a stupid idea?

Also people with Silk Road RM/A8's, did you get more camber? I had KTS and I want to say they gave me more.

[codyace]

Originally Posted by dazed

So I know the topic of 'moar camberzz' has been discussed time and time again. Trust me I did some researching.

I maxed my camber on the front via pillow-ball mounts. After getting my alignment, I'm only at a disappointing -3.9* on both sides. I would like to get a little more. Not a LOT more, just a little, -4.5* or even 5 would be dandy.

So basically when I say it's 'maxed' the coil is hitting the car.



Like so.

I know people slot the top mount, but I don't really want to do that. Would it be safe to like dremel a little bit out where the coil meets the car? (That little red area). It's not a lot, but I'm just thinking structurally wise, obviously it's designed like that for a reason.



Here is a pic of what I am thinking about taking a dremel to shaded in black.

Is this a stupid idea?

Also people with Silk Road RM/A8's, did you get more camber? I had KTS and I want to say they gave me more.

That wont hurt it at all, but it may be easier to slot the mounting hole and then use the adjustment up to for fine tuning.

However with that said, how/why on earth do you need that much camber? I only run -3 on my track car?!?!!

[dazed]

Thanks for the advice as always.

My reasons are mainly looks to be honest, and my 215's are rubbing a tad. I only use this car as a means of transportation to school and 2 jobs, it doesn't see any track time. I could do a newspaper roll, but I just like the way a moderate (which would be a relative word to use I guess) amount of camber looks, and how it pulls the wheel and tire closer to the fender.

[drift94]

Im doing a SOHC to DOHC swap and want to keep the a/c.
i know i can either make custom lines or a custom bracket.
my quesiton is does anyone have a step by step procedure or anything of the sort on how to make the custom brackets?

[tanesa]

awesome, like me

[240sxDavid]

does anyone know if the stock 15 inch raindrops will clear q45 rotors and calipers?