Official ask Farzam a question thread!

[zerooath]

im looking into getting a better temperature gauge (aftermarket) for my KA because my stock one is the crap and doesnt work right. Whats the best (in your opinion) to go with? I like Defi gauges but which one would be best?

Also exactly how hard is the rb25 swap into an s14? I've been there for a few KA swaps and have helped on one and im ready to get into my own swap.

What am i looking to get into provided i have all the parts necessary?

[Irukandji]

Did you make this thread to just get your post count up? It's an honest question I think...

[jkgaddis]

1. have you ever heard of velocity porting? www.mototuneusa.com i think there is more info there. im wondering how this would affect a turbo application. basically the run down is by making the intake ports smaller, you up the velocity of the incoming air and you get more air into the chamber in less time. i know there are gains to be had on n/a applications and i just cant see why it would be different for a forced app. what are your thoughts on this?

2. does coating headers work well for keeping exhaust heat in the pipes without causing the failures that header wrap does? ive searched on this and most people are more concerned with how well it keeps underhood temps down; i dont care about its ability to dissipate heat, i want to keep the expanding heat in the exhaust.

[Chez]

Originally Posted by Farzam

Do you know the difference?

http://auto.howstuffworks.com/differential.htm

Read that and it should help you learn some more so you can make the decision on your own.

IMO for a road race car i'd look for a helical LSD.

A helical biases torque from one side to the other side, and are capable of transfering more torque to the wheel that has traction, which is why they're so cool.

Thanks man. I wasnt even thinking along those lines. but im glad i asked your opinion bc i was leaning more towards the 1.5 way but now i have some more research to do before i buy with a whole other option. -Chez

[lonelydrifter]

What plugs must be cut off Sr harness and replaced by plugs on KA harness for Sr swap? How long should the ones that need extending be extended?

[spinitsidewayz]

Changing PCV Valve on KA24e is a breeze. Now why the fuck did nissan decide to stick the DOHC PCV Valve in the most inconvinent place...

Took the alternator out to get to the PCV. Got the PCV out. Broke the PCV hose in the process... Now how the hell am i going to replace the hose... my hands hurt from weaving between everything...

[cheap_sticker05]

Well another follow-up. went autozone and had them check the alternator again (this is the 3rd time) And sure enough it is only putting out 9v peak. The battery is also taking a dump too.

[yokotas13]

the battery is taking a dump because the alternator sucks


told you it was the alternator didnt i

[nassin31spr]

Originally Posted by spinitsidewayz

Changing PCV Valve on KA24e is a breeze. Now why the fuck did nissan decide to stick the DOHC PCV Valve in the most inconvinent place...

Took the alternator out to get to the PCV. Got the PCV out. Broke the PCV hose in the process... Now how the hell am i going to replace the hose... my hands hurt from weaving between everything...

Go underneath the car and take off the starter and its a straight shot, kinda. It will give you a better angle. You could have gotten it that way with a long extension, some needle nose and rubber hands.

[Farzam]

Originally Posted by zerooath

im looking into getting a better temperature gauge (aftermarket) for my KA because my stock one is the crap and doesnt work right. Whats the best (in your opinion) to go with? I like Defi gauges but which one would be best?

Also exactly how hard is the rb25 swap into an s14? I've been there for a few KA swaps and have helped on one and im ready to get into my own swap.

What am i looking to get into provided i have all the parts necessary?

Temp gauges are like everything else, just get a quality product, look at company's track records. I love DEFI gauges, but Autometer is just as good.

Go look around and see which one looks coolest to you, and get it.

http://www.zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=90376 READ THIS.

http://www.zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=135906 READ THIS TOO.

[Farzam]

Originally Posted by n1sm0r

Did you make this thread to just get your post count up? It's an honest question I think...

No, a moderator asked me to do this.

Why does everyone need to be nosy?

[Irukandji]

Originally Posted by Farzam

No, a moderator asked me to do this.

Why does everyone need to be nosy?

Because this is the thread where we ask you questions.

[Farzam]

Btw everyone, i'm sick as Hell.
I seriously thought I wouldn't live past last night.
So i'm probably not going to be on the computer much for the next few days.
Just a heads up.


Helpful advice:
If you're ever in 40 degree weather, but sweating a lot and throwing up, just breathe and drink water. Lay down. Don't think about how you're dying, just relax.

[Farzam]

Originally Posted by n1sm0r

Because this is the thread where we ask you questions.

Tech-related ones, though.

Idc about my post count.

I'd rather have it lower than higher.

[tastycakeman]

this is a funny thread.

here we go, really really broad and general noob question.


why do 240 drivers like big offset? what does offset do for the car, does it affect handling in any way? how do tire and wheel sizes work, as in what does every single number letter and slash mean?

heres another.

what does a lower control arm do? what does an upper control arm do? what does a tension rod do? could you drive one without the other(s)?

[jkgaddis]

my question gets no love

[tastycakeman]

neither does mine.

[Jon Michael]

The guy's sick as hell, he was answering all within like an hour of posting. He didn't just decide to stop answering. Let him rest up and then I'm 100% sure he will answer all questions as fast as he did before. Like a month ago I had the flu like he had, was sick for a week and had to go to the hospital for an IV and some meds. Rest up Farzam, hope you're feeling better soon.

[Z U L8R]

1.why do 95 and 96 s14's have different different dash plug pinouts with no regard to production date or location of assembly??

2. why do people think they can wire in an s14 sr20 just because they've done an s13 sr20 lol?

3. why didn't they put the speed sensors in the trannies for s15 6 speeds?

4. what exactly is the rev limit rpm's on a stock rb25det computer??

5. why am i so damn good looking?

6. why are nissan maf's so crappy and expensive?

7. why would anyone vote for hillary clinton?

[Farzam]

Originally Posted by goj_cloud

if the pivot fork was broke could it stop the car from starting

Check out your pressure plate.
Check out your clutch/clutch fork.

All I can think of, get back to me when you try that out and i'll see what to do from there.

[Phlip]

Originally Posted by Z U L8R

1.why do 95 and 96 s14's have different different dash plug pinouts with no regard to production date or location of assembly??

2. why do people think they can wire in an s14 sr20 just because they've done an s13 sr20 lol?

3. why didn't they put the speed sensors in the trannies for s15 6 speeds?

4. what exactly is the rev limit rpm's on a stock rb25det computer??

5. why am i so damn good looking?

6. why are nissan maf's so crappy and expensive?

7. why would anyone vote for hillary clinton?

Why are you the only one laughing at your comments?
What is so hard about taking this (even partially) seriously?
Why would you come in and shit on this thread in this manner?
What will I do to you if you don't knock it off?

[steve shadows]

hermosa beach or santa monica?

[Farzam]

Originally Posted by jkgaddis

1. have you ever heard of velocity porting? www.mototuneusa.com i think there is more info there. im wondering how this would affect a turbo application. basically the run down is by making the intake ports smaller, you up the velocity of the incoming air and you get more air into the chamber in less time. i know there are gains to be had on n/a applications and i just cant see why it would be different for a forced app. what are your thoughts on this?

2. does coating headers work well for keeping exhaust heat in the pipes without causing the failures that header wrap does? ive searched on this and most people are more concerned with how well it keeps underhood temps down; i dont care about its ability to dissipate heat, i want to keep the expanding heat in the exhaust.

1. That's interesting. I want to personally try it and see what happens. I personally like natural aspiration and have been working on NA cars for years...and now I have an idea for my next project.

2. I personally don't care that much. I just run whatever and I know my fans do their job, and the exhaust gets out enough. I believe more in the driver and suspension than making the motor some "made by God" every-pony-taken-out kinda deal. I usually tell my tuner to make impressive, RELIABLE numbers.

[mrmephistopheles]

Yeah, enough with the bullshit questions.

I tasked Farzam to essentially act as a researcher for people, not to field stupid/smarmy/smartassed comments.

[Farzam]

Originally Posted by steve shadows

hermosa beach or santa monica?

You'd probably be all about anywhere in DA OC, dawg.

Viva la Shadows.

[Farzam]

Originally Posted by Jon Michael

The guy's sick as hell, he was answering all within like an hour of posting. He didn't just decide to stop answering. Let him rest up and then I'm 100% sure he will answer all questions as fast as he did before. Like a month ago I had the flu like he had, was sick for a week and had to go to the hospital for an IV and some meds. Rest up Farzam, hope you're feeling better soon.

Thanks man.

I really appreciate that.

+rep.

[Phlip]

From this moment forward, I will be frequently checking this thread and deleting the bullshit posts, like I just did the one above this one.
I have had about enough of the bullshit half-assed jokes

[Z U L8R]

sincere apologies for the certain unimportant questions, unwanted actions with good intentions sometimes not well received =]

1. so Farzam what is the ecu's redline on a stock rb25det computer?

2. and how much power do you think an rb25 should make running a GT30/71r, with all the other supporting mods & engine management? what is that turbo realistically capable of

[Farzam]

Originally Posted by Z U L8R

sincere apologies for the certain unimportant questions, unwanted actions with good intentions sometimes not well received =]

1. so Farzam what is the ecu's redline on a stock rb25det computer?

2. and how much power do you think an rb25 should make running a GT30/71r, with all the other supporting mods & engine management? what is that turbo realistically capable of

1. I think it's 7500rpm off the top of my head.

2. Probably 350whp is what i'd shoot for with that turbo. Right by the surge line, holds boost to 7500rpm from the bottom-ish end.

[CKAMC]

Farzam, Do you have any knowledge on toyota's?

Yes or No... or pm...

THX