Archive for February, 2008

240sx S13 Solid Aluminum Subframe Bushing Install

Wednesday, February 27th, 2008 Posted in Tech (CA18DET 240SX, S13) | 1 Comment »

This install guide highlights variations for the installation of solid aluminum subframe bushings into the Nissan 240sx. The kit used was purchased from niperformance,org through ebay. The kit includes the bushings, solid rubber inserts (optional) and an install ...

Project 240sx Overhaul Journal (Day 8)

Wednesday, February 27th, 2008 Posted in 240sx Build Journals | No Comments »

Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index I didn't get a whole lot done per se but I did complete a major change to the rear suspension. The solid subframe bushings were installed and the subframe was reattached to the car. ...

Project 240sx Overhaul Journal (Day 7)

Tuesday, February 26th, 2008 Posted in 240sx Build Journals | No Comments »

Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index Today was spent on a lot of loose ends. With the front and rear subframes removed, I went ahead and cleaned the members and then applied a rust converter / proofer. Once dry ...

Project 240sx Overhaul Journal (Day 6)

Friday, February 22nd, 2008 Posted in 240sx Build Journals | No Comments »

Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index It's been a few days but I finally had a few hours to work yesterday. I removed the factory bushings from the subframe and the diff and fully disassembled the rear suspension from the ...

Project 240sx Overhaul Journal (Day 5)

Monday, February 18th, 2008 Posted in 240sx Build Journals | No Comments »

Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index More miscellaneous gutting today. Removed the fuel tank, pump and fuel lines. Finished gutting the trunk and dropped the subframe.

APR Carbon Fiber Side View Mirror Install (S2000)

Friday, February 15th, 2008 Posted in Tech(S2000) | No Comments »

The APR carbon fiber side view mirrors for the Honda S2000 replace the automatic factory units. The APR mirrors offer a slight weight decrease over the factory mirrors and also present less aerodynamic drag. They are also a ...

Project 240sx Overhaul Journal (Day 4)

Thursday, February 14th, 2008 Posted in 240sx Build Journals | No Comments »

Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index The trunk lid, rear brakes and rear coilovers were removed today as well as the whole front suspension assembly.

Project 240sx Overhaul Journal (Day 3)

Thursday, February 14th, 2008 Posted in 240sx Build Journals | No Comments »

Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index Today I removed the brakes (mostly) as well as the front coilovers and the windshield wiper assembly.

Project 240sx Overhaul Journal (Day 2)

Thursday, February 14th, 2008 Posted in 240sx Build Journals | No Comments »

Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index Today I didn't have a lot of time to work so I focused on removing the motor and placing it on the stand.

Project 240sx Overhaul Journal (Day 1)

Thursday, February 14th, 2008 Posted in 240sx Build Journals | No Comments »

Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index I finally had the time to start this weekend. The tear down is always the easy part. As you can see below, the chassis is a little rough around the edges but I will be ...