CA18 Shakedown by High Performance Imports
I found these scans the other day at (link coming). Looks like they were scanned from High Performance Imports. a Euro car magazine. It is a very nice read for anyone interested in the CA18DET.
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Project 240sx Overhaul Journal (Day 16)
Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index Today a new battery box was fabbed. I originally placed it on the frame rail but the clearances were a little too tight. It was relocated to the factory position. I also made…
Project 240sx Overhaul Journal (Day 15)
Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index With the engine reinstalled, I reinstalled the intake manifold and accessories as well as the wiring harness. A new radiator complete with an internal oil cooler was also thrown in for good measure.
Project 240sx Overhaul (Day 14)
Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index The motor and transmission have been prepped and reinstalled in the engine bay.
Project 240sx Overhaul (Day 13)
Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index This one took a little bit of doing but the rear sheetmetal was cut out of the trunk to make room for an aluminum fuel cell.
Part 3: Weight Reduction and Steering
We all know how important it is to define goals for any project car and from the beginning I’ve described project MR2 Spyder as a daily driven commuter that needs to have a healthy track appetite. In working towards this…
Project 240sx Overhaul (Day 12)
Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index I was able to a make a few last minute installs before heading out to Nopi Drift this weekend. In addition to the new tension rods, new adjustable tie rod ends were installed…
Project 240sx Overhaul Journal (Day 11)
Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index I am beginning to focus on a little bit more weight reduction on the 240sx and the vented power steering delete kit works so well on the MR2 Spyder, I decided to make…
Project 240sx Overhaul Journal (Day 10)
Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index The front and rear suspension has been reinstalled with a few new goodies and the trunk is being prepped for the fuel cell. A new battery tray has been installed as well. These…
New Archive March 12 2008 – April 9. 2008
April 9, 2008 Update: As far as I can tell, the forums are fixed and everything is running smoothly. I’m 99% sure there will be no more issues but if you come across anything, just let me know and I…
Project 240sx Overhaul Journal (Day 9)
Related Links Project 240sx Overhaul Journal Index I finally finished my “little” test with the MR2 Spyder so back to the 240sx rebuild. Today I sanded, cleaned and rust proofed the steering rack. I also cut the power steering hard…
News Archive (Jan – Feb 2008)
February 28, 2008 The latest install guide (240sx Solid Aluminum Subframe Bushings) is a little different. The kit I used came with a dvd install guide so instead of restating what has already been said, I simply detailed a few…