This is off topic but, the four exhaust manifold to turbo bolts keep coming loose. I mean, if it wasn't for the heat shield, I wouldn't have any bolts. How can I keep them tight. They're torqued to spec also.
To tell the truth, my first thought was to add a resinator but, I was afraid of the potential loss in power by adding it. That's when I decided to go the route of dual 2 1/4". I also thought there could possibly be an increase in exhaust flow but, again, that wasn't my reason for doing it...
I did it because I wanted to try and get rid of some of the low rpm drone of the 3" system. Ofcourse, there's still that annoying drone but, atleast now, it's not as deep. It sounds meaner, if I do say so myself! It was worth a shot.
Sorry for the poor quality of my camera phone but, here is a few pics of the muffler. Dual in/out. Actually they're two separate mufflers...sort of like th Apexi dual that you see on some 240sx's.
I just had my exhaust system re-done because I was tired of the low rpm drone on my way to work at 7:30am, from the 3" system. Well, It didn't get rid of the drone(it's not as deep now though), but the car seems to accelerate faster. Does that make sense, or am I imagining that my car seems...
Did you ever fix the problem? If not... I have one question for you, are you venting your bov to the atmosphere or is it reciculated back to the intake? If you ARE venting, that could be your idle problem.Good luck!
I didn't get a vibrant muffler after all. I ended up getting a 3inch dual canister muffler. I was able to get a GREAT deal on it so, I couldn't resist. I haven't mounted it yet so I couldn't tell you how it sounds. :cool:
Ahh yes...That black muffler is one that I've been looking at as well as the last one in my first post.Can anyone else comment on the sound of these mufflers... I mean, is the sound more mellow than the N1 style's? Are they alot deeper?Thanks
I want to get rid of my N1 style muffler for a more classic style. The constant droning gives me a headache. I was thinking of one of these mufflers by Vibrant. Anyone with a Vibrant muffler please post your likes/dislikes.They're all 3" inThanks
Update...I did a boost leak test and found that the vacum line coming from the boost gauge sending unit was no good. Replaced it with a new hose and my gauge reads like its supposed to.Boost climbs kinda slow to 1 bar though...Probably because of all the cracks around the wastegate flapper...
I found them on ebay. lol I think I typed "jdm fender flares" and only two results popped up. The sellers ebay feedback is questionable though. Be careful!
Yesterday, I teed the boost gauge into the "p" port off the intake manifold but, I still get the same type of readings. Just so you know, I did remember to hook the line back up to the fpr solenoid.Thanks
Well, I didn't get a chance to do much because of a long day at work but, I did check to see that my gauge is indeed teed between the solenoid and the intake manifold.
For some reason my boost gauge is not reading anything past .5 bar. This is my second gauge(HKS elect. boost gauge, autometer) and they both read exactly the same. I have it teed into the fuel pressure solenoid. The factory boost gauge, although inaccurate, is pegged at wot and It definately...
I think I read on RRE's site that on 2g's the o2v should be .94-.96 at wot. In 3rd gear mine is .98v and 4th gear it's at 1.02v. That's why I said that I was rich.As far as the a/c fan, the blades were melted.
Ahh, ok. 0845 must be what I'm experiencing with my trans. as of today. Second gear feel's nonexistent. It feel's very mushy and It's hard to tell if I'm even in gear.My car is running a bit rich also(o2v is at .98-1.02). Would that cause the fuel system to see temperature problems? I don't...
I pulled these codes yesterday, 0182- (Fuel Temperature Sensor A Circuit Low Input) and PO845. I cant find that last code. Can anyone explain what the first code means and why can't I find the second code anywhere? Please help!Thanks
The Starion was first built in 1982 in Japan and was not part of the joint venture between Mitsu and Chrysler. That means that it' not a DSM. It had the 4G54 single cam engine. Some Starions did come with a 4g63 but I can't remember the year.
I was just given an hks elec. boost gauge and have no idea on installation. I can't seem to find a manual/instructions anywhere. This particular gauge has a warning meter and playback(?) and what looks to be a sending unit. Any help on instructions/installation would be appreciated.
Those cars aren't considered DSM's because they were made in Japan and Chrysler didn't have a hand in building them. The Conquest was only imported to the U.S. by Chrysler. Now, if you mean that because there was a joint venture between Mitsu and Chrysler to bring the Starion to the states, I agree.
Thanks for the reply! I did indeed search and found the cel codes list. I just needed a little clarity on the matter. For instance...Does the o2 need to be replaced or does the knock sensor need to be replaced? or How do I fix the problem? I have a 3" tbe system with no bung for the rear o2, so...
I pulled these codes today...P0136 - o2 sensor circuit malfunction
P0141 - o2 sensor heater circuit
P0325 knock sensor 1 circuit
P0505 Idle control system malfunctionDoes this mean that I need a new o2 sensor, knock sensor and IAC? Please interpret for me.Thanks!