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…
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…
NOPI Drift St. Louis (2008)
As I said on the news page, the 2008 Nopi Drift event in St. Louis Missouri was somewhat of a let down this year. Given, the event was larger than…
Tein Pillow Ball Camber Adjustable Mounts for the Nissan 240sx
This is a companion (and continuation) of the Tein Basic Coilover Install. In this guide I will demonstrate the simple steps needed to install the camber adjustable pillow ball mounts…
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…
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…
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…
MR2 Spyder Power Steering Removal (Part 2: The Vented Surge Box)
Related Links MR2 Spyder Power Steering Removal (Part 1: Try Before You Buy) MR2 Spyder Power Steering Removal (Part 2: The Vented Surge Box) MR2 Spyder Power Steering Removal (Part…
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.…
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…
Odyssey PC680 Lightweight Battery Install (And Relocating the Battery to the Front)
This article serves two purposes. First of all, I am replacing the factory 29+ pound battery in the MR2 with the Odyssey PC680 unit weighing in at a “hefty” 14.8…
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…
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…