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  1. Tell me anything I am missing, read carefully

    Moroso 38366 - Moroso Sport Compact Oil Pan Stud Kits - Overview - SummitRacing.com Use those instead of the oil pan bolts and you'll never worry about stripping an oil pan thread. Also If you buy the "gasket set" throw away the oil pan gasket and use grey RTV.You don't need a bolt kit for...
  2. My 1G is the worst riding car i have ever owned...

    As others have pointed out something is wrong with your setup.- under damped - your stock or worn out shocks can't bring your stiff springs under control in a timely fashion, causing you to bounce aroundGet appropriate shocks- Your car is so low that your hitting the bump stopsGet...
  3. Stripped Oil Pan Bolts. What now?

    Go to a good hardware store and buy a shaft collar. This is a ring of steel w/ a set screw so you can control depth much better.And replace the bolts with studs and buy an in-lb torque wrench. You'll be hard pressed to goof one up again.
  4. Main Bearing Clearance

    I'm running 10w40 in mine. But I'm just basing that on gut feeling. Do some searching and see what you find.I don't have the FSM on hand but if you're at the bottom or low on rod clearances I'd bring your bearings/rods/crank to a machinist and have it polished to the middle of spec.I...
  5. Motor Or Tranny Swap...?

    Can't speak for the NA Eclipses but from all my other car experience (focus, crx, etc) it is easy to pull the trans without the motor. However if the engine has to come out I would pull both.Does the car go into 2/4/R w/o the engine on? It sounds like you have a selector or fork issue...
  6. Main Bearing Clearance

    Options are: Run as is Cut the crank and use the next size bearings Buy a new crank and use std size bearingsIt looks like most of us here are recommending option 1 - I think thicker oil should be run with looser clearances but others may disagree. Keep in mind the factory service manual...
  7. Main Bearing Clearance

    I'd run em. Get a set of ball mics and try and mix and match for even clearances if you have tools available to you.Do some searches on here an you'll find plenty of people running +.001 clearances. Thats what I did and it made me feel a bit better about doing it myself.Bryan
  8. Main Bearing Clearance

    What is std oil clearance? I was about .0007-.001" extra clearance on my last rebuild. It has 4k miles on it and is doing fine. I'm running 10w40 oil as a precaution though. ACL sells their race bearings which are .001" thinner allowing for more oil clearance.I wouldn't go anything over...
  9. How long does it take to assemble engine?

    My engine start up procedure goes something like this: Pull MPI fuse and crank the engine over for 10 sec at a time 5-6 times. I'd like to see oil pressure on a real gauge - but on the factory gauge ehhh i dont know if it will register for cranking pressure. You can also remove the oil pressure...
  10. how to install wiseco's with eagle h beam's

    Wiseco lists ring gap as some number x bore. I think its 0.004 x bore for NA applications, 0.005 x bore for turbo etc. 0.009 is too small for the DSM engine. If memory serves me right you should have minimum 0.016 for top ring and 0.020 for 2nd. But that little sheet that came with the pistons...
  11. Metal in oil

    If its just fine dust i wouldn't worry about it. Use a paint filter on your next oil change to inspect what comes out. I had a low oil pressure situation on a road race built CRX and did 15 min of a road race at low oil pressure in left handers. We drained oil, saw metallic dust, pulled pan...
  12. Can a bad O2 sensor cause fuel cut?

    If by Injector O-rings you mean the rings that seal the injectors to the intake manifold then yes.Do a boost leak test and that should help you out.Bryan
  13. 1g 2g knock sensor differences

    I don't think the 1g sensor will plug into 2g harness.But the 1g sensor is @ 1" tall and has hex shape and what looks like silicone on the back side.The 2g sensor is much shorter and has only 1/4" hex then rounds out and has no visible silicone sealant on the back.2g-looking sensor...
  14. Clutch/Shifting problems, Need help!

    Broken clutch fork or throw out bearing? Verify that slave cylinder moves @ 1/2" then explore the pressure plate/clutch fork.Are the bolts that hold the transmission to the engine tight? If they aren't than the slave cylinder will just push the transmission away form the engine.Bryan
  15. turbo just stopped working but car sounds fine and runs ok

    Look at the waste gate arm. There is a small cotter pin that that holds the arm to the wastegate flapper. If this rusts away and the arm pops off the waste gate will open at the first sign of high exhaust flow resulting in a good running car that builds no boost...
  16. grinding- starter, flywheel, or what?

    Try buying a used one from dsmgraveyard or mitsubishi graveyard or a part out from a local club member or OEM from JNZ.Bryan
  17. grinding- starter, flywheel, or what?

    It's about 0.090" thick.
  18. Oil Leak!! Please Help!

    To change cam seals you'd need to take off the timing belt and all associated covers and belts that are in the way. A nights job for somebody with experience. A little daunting for somebody unfamiliar with it.In theory yes you could probably take the belt off one sprocket at a time... but I...
  19. Resolved Timing belt tensioner tool

    I use a pair of allens to get this done. always takes me 2-3 tries before I get the tensioner to arm gap correct.
  20. grinding- starter, flywheel, or what?

    Can you verify that there's an alignment plate between the engine and transmission? If this plate isn't there it can be hard to get the starter properly located.Bryan
  21. Is this my obd2 port

    12, what are you trying to do with it?
  22. Car Overheated / Overheating / Overheats [MERGED]

    Colder plugs don't make an engine run colder. Has to do with the amount of heat retained the nose of the plug. More heat in the plug leads to earlier detination, less heat in the plug can turn into early fouling. Run the hottest plug you can w/o knocking to keep em clean and last longer. We run...
  23. Oil Leak!! Please Help!

    Is the oil on the drivers side inside or outside of the timing belt cover?As for the turbo leaks follow the leak up from the bottom until it gets dry. If you have a constant drip at idle that should be either a very large low pressure leak or a small higher pressure one. I'd take off the...
  24. OEM Blow Off Valve Recirculation Tube

    Or go to autozone and ask to wander around their preformed heater core hoses. Pick whichever one looks like it will fit the best. Most of the hoses have multiple bends in them so you get some options.The one I bought was $20. A little pricey but I couldn't wait for mail order.Edit: if...
  25. F*ck my car

    If the cam sensor is mis aligned or installed 180 deg out you should still get spark and fuel; just at the wrong time.It would likely backfire on you.In this PDF it shows the correct way to install the sensor:http://www.magnusmotorsports.com/tech/1gina2g.pdfBryanPS: Did you witness...
  26. O Rielly Crankshaft Questions

    Call and ask if you're a gambling man. I doubt any of them are new.
  27. O Rielly Crankshaft Questions

    Crankshaft Rebuilders Remanufactured Crankshafts Berco Grinding QPAC MicropolishingDoesn't say they reweld only grind and polish. If you're getting one from them with standard size bearings i'd be leary if they're oversize bearings (for an undersize crank) i'd go for it if you're not looking...
  28. Theory on fixing boost spike issues with cheap MBC's.

    Putting the hammer down Flooring itor Wide Open ThrottleMcMaster-CarrI used that and drilled/tapped the non threaded end for 1/8" npt and drilled a 1/32" hole in it to make my boost controller. It overshoots by 2-3 psi but I don't get any knock counts so I don't worry about it...
  29. Theory on fixing boost spike issues with cheap MBC's.

    Do you show any knock counts when it spikes? Maybe try a different spring or ball; maybe one of them is hanging up causing excess pressure to actuate.
  30. jm fab heatshield questions.. O2 sensor wires??

    I used some cable clamps on the right most and left most valve cover bolts to hold the wire since I'm not running a heat shield. Any hardware store should have em. They look like this.Bryan
  31. O Rielly Crankshaft Questions

    Most people will comment how you shouldn't cut the crank; but very few will point to a specific instance of a cut crank failing.For what it's worth the 2 rebuilds I've done I've purchased a good condition used crank and just had it polished. Because it's almost the same price as getting one...
  32. No compression on new rebuild please help

    Not having the starter plate installed can cause mis alignment of the starter in relation to the ring gear; resulting in grinding or a non functioning starter. If it's cranking smmothly I'd say you got lucky.
  33. Resolved green top CAS vs black top CAS

    It's always idled kinda rough. Driveability is fine. On a few occasions it has gone into limp mode, resetting the computer fixed it.It's just this weekend that I had a timing light on it and noticed that something isn't firing 100%. I'll check the CAS then.bryan
  34. Resolved green top CAS vs black top CAS

    I'm pretty sure I got that. The car drives good and pulls hard. Pretty sure it wouldn't run for the most part if the CAS was out 180.
  35. Resolved green top CAS vs black top CAS

    I was going to do the potentiometer mod but it seems as though I have an actual misfire. Also I used evoscan to "ground" out the timing adjustment.Bryan
  36. Resolved green top CAS vs black top CAS

    I'm running a bolt in my 2g and have a green top sensor. I've had the random misfire code for a while and paid no attention to it. I went to check/set base timing and when I put the timing light on wire #1 it was not a consistent flashing. Every other second or so I could see it not fire then...
  37. act 2 clutches

    You don't need anything but a standard grind finish on your flywheel. However a stepheight of .610" is commonly recomended. Lowering the car should not cause an axle rub unless it's been lowered excessively. And you probably want the valves out for head milling so I would take the cams out.
  38. 6 bolt swap... Grinding Noise Coming from timing..

    I had a similar thing happen on my 1g swap. I had all new 1g timing parts and had ringing noise. Turned out the tensioning pulley was rubbing on the water pump I ended up putting a washer behind the pulley. 1500 miles on it and all is well. I'm not sure if the water pump casting was off or I did...
  39. Safe knock count? 2g logging w/ evoscan

    I'm just looking to get the hang of things at this point. I would like to push it at 18psi at some point. Timing was never pulled even at the 5 counts of knock.This was timing from 4400-7300 rpmish. 10 10 10 11 11 12 11 11 14 15 15 15 17 17 18 19 19 19 19 20 20 21 21...
  40. Safe knock count? 2g logging w/ evoscan

    So finally after I got 1000 miles on my rebuilt motor I'm ready to start tuning. I'm running an evo 8 fuel pump, 550's, small 16g, supra smic and a 2.5" exhaust with evo III mani and o2 housing.Using Greddy Emanage Ultimate to tune with and evoscan to log. I had a functioning wideband up...
  41. Where to bolt on the winter wieght

    Last time I checked adding weight to a car reduced it's handling effiency. I would get winter tires asap. Go with craigslist, I'm picking up a set of this weekend with 2 seasons on them for 75 bucks. Last 2 winters I drove my 01 miata w/ snow tires and had no problem even though it only weighed...
  42. My engine is out, Balance Shaft and Water Pump

    I just used an oil pan gasket and had a bunch of issues with leaks. Removed the pan made sure the flange was flat with a straight edge and used ultra grey rtv. No leaks now. I won't be using a gasket ever again.Might also recommend the moroso oil pan stud kit. I found it very easy to strip...
  43. strocker crankshaft

    With a stroker crank your setup would want to push the pistons up into the cylinder head. Typically different pistons are used which have the pin relocated further to the top.A stroker crank increases the engine's swept volume. IE greater displacement.
  44. 1990 oil gauge fitting

    McMaster-Carr great company and awesome website to browse usually same or next day shipping on most items.
  45. Ebay Head

    Did it come with cams? mine didn't so I didn't really pay attention to the tightness of the caps.The only thing i wasnt fond of was the mix/matched aftermarket/oem valves.But it runs good and was priced well. Plus it has a year warranty provided you don't overheat it.Bryan
  46. Ebay Head

    I bought one fro j & c cyl head exchange for my rebuild. It has 600 miles on it now and no complaints. It didn't come with any of the studs installed which was my only complaint.
  47. Resolved 1G Leaking oil where filter goes

    assuming you have the oil/water cooler.there are 2 things to try.1: take the oil filter off and see if the stud that it threads onto is loose. tighten as needed.2: remove the oil cooler and take an oil filter Oring and replace the ring that goes between the oil filter housing and...
  48. what do you NOT like about your dsm

    That it doesn't handle like my miata. And the fact that it has me so on edge about every strange noise to the point of excessive paranoia.
  49. Why Did You Buy A DSM???

    I was in a shop class before i was really into cars and I got a ride in classmates Buick gnx , I thought it was stupid fast. A few weeks later he was complaining that he got beaten by some stupid 4 cyl talon. That's how I first heard of them. Picked one up a few months later.
  50. The wife and the race car

    Everybody gets in a bad mood sometimes, especially when something that you are passionate about doesn't go right.
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