MAF may have been the culprit.. I will drive it around for a week and see if I can recreate the issue. After swapping in a new one, I haven't witnessed the issue yet..
Is it normal to be able to feel the transition from - to + vacuum? I don't remember this feeling with my GST but I also didn't...
TPS swap and alternator tensioner fix didn't solve the issue.
I still need to get ahold of the MAF to swap in.Also, I didn't even really think of fuel filter.. wow.. noob mistake.. May try that next.
But wait.. isn't the fuel filter on the firewall on the 2g 4g63s?.. That's not gonna be fun to...
Going to swap the TPS and MAF with 2 known working ones to test that part.Also, found that the alternator has not been charging the system properly due to the tensioner bolt missing.. I ordered one from ebay and will post back once all these things are tried.
The BOV was replaced when the FMIC was added and the issue was happening before it was installed. I recently replaced the battery and it was disconnected for over a day. The BOV is also recirculated as it should be.I ran the code scanner just in case and it had stored code. I asked the...
The mechanic is a trusted member of the dsm community and didn't charge me to look at it and he has a boost leak tester.The issue happens regardless of boost.. I could be in boost or not in boost.. the issue occurs regardless.What should I do if it is a fuel problem? Also, I replaced the...
Car 98 GSX with a FMIC/ NGR Bov/ big 16g.. manual trannyAt roughly 2500 rpms the car sometimes seems to hit a wall and will not accelerate no matter what I do (extreme hesitation).. If I continue to hold the gas in, it will eventually break free from whatever is stopping it and accelerate...
Just got an awesome deal on some 18x9 +35 offset rims and I need to know how safe I'd be running 245/40/18 tires.I did the backspacing calculator and with 245s it comes out to 6.7xxxx.235s comes out to be 6.5xxxx.Would I be ok running the 245s or should I stick with the 235s to be safe?I...
****EDIT****Sorry, I didn't realize it only had 44k miles... I doubt he is going to come down on the price.. You should take $5500 and offer him 5k up front.. Mention blue book value to him..Here is why I said to do the above..I started looking for a GSX about a year ago.. I literally...
Spoolin ddub.. Can you post pics or show how you have this can setup? Do you vent without a vacuum source?I'd like to find a can for around 70 with 2 inlets and 2 vacuum taps so I can just run it with the stock lines. Does a cheaper can like this exist?
Calan, what are your options for cheaper catch cans? I hear you have a setup for under 70. I think this would benefit the OP as well if his car is a DD just looking for some better venting options.
I'm not going to thread-jack.. but I just called RRE and they don't have any of their catch cans in stock. The rep I talked to also said they don't plan on getting anymore in stock any time soon.
So I think I have narrowed it down to 2 choices.
Tein Basics - 690ish
Koni Yellows + GC CoiloversI didn't think to get a strut/coilover combo.. I was originally aiming for an assembled kit but with so many recommendations to reconsider.. maybe I will go the yellows + GCs.So for you Koni...
ExtremePsi is having a sale on Megan racing coilover kits for 875 and 699 right now..
Are these better than the Teins?
Also, the KWs are a little pricey for me.. I'd like to spend a grand at most.
I am interested to know what the advantage is to using some Koni Yellows + GC Coilovers.As of right now, I am leaning toward the Tein Basics but I haven't looked into some of of the other recommendations yet. (Megan,I have never heard anything bad about Tein setups.Tyeler.. I want...
What are some of the best brands for GSX coilovers?Goals:
1. I will require ride height adjustability.. Preferably between a 1.5 inch drop and stock height.2. I'm not looking for a kit that is too stiff. Adjustable stiffness would be ideal. I'd like to have a fair tradeoff between...
Does anyone have any experience with the fuel pressure sender t-fitting adaptor on prosport's website?
Fuel Pressure sender T-Fitting adaptorI am reluctant to buy this for fuel lines.. Thoughts? Alternatives?Thanks!
Car: 98 Eclipse GSX with stock suspension.18x9.5 +35 offset FN01R-CsI have already seen this thread:
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/handling-tech/363738-fn01r-c-fitment-question.htmlbut I didn't know if the GST vs the GSX made a difference. Will I be ok with such a wide rim on the GSX?
I...
Looking for tips on installing FMIC and piping.
I got a FMIC kit from punishment-racing that I am about to install and I would like some tips on how everyone installed it..
Also saw that some people use the copper rtv gasket maker around the aluminum piping to create a better seal.. Is this a...
I have a black 2gb GSX and I have been searching for over a month for some rims. I'm very picky when it comes to rims but here are a few sets that I like to give everyone an opinion.Drag DR-17
Drag DR-18
Rota D2
Konig FreeFall
Motegi MR122
Rota P45RI'm not really a fan of the all...
Recently bought a really nice looking powdercoated valve cover and the previous owner failed to mention that the inside had a good amount of surface rust.. There is rust all over the inside of the cover and I was wondering if cleaning it is possible.I did some preliminary searches regarding...
I wanna replace my triple pillar gauges because one isn't hooked up and the a/f gauge is broken. I bought the car this way.The 3 gauges I'd like to get are boost, wideband, and oil temp. I am currently replacing my cluster lights with blue leds as well so I was thinking about going with the...
And you run straight heavy shockproof all year round?Around here, it gets as low as -10 degrees during the winter.. I just want to make sure I can run this stuff all year round.
You use heavy duty shock proof in the stock transfer case and rear differential?Also, it's not listed on the heavy duty shockproof whether it's GL4 or GL5.. the recommendations I received above were GL4 for xcase and GL5 for rear diff.. Is it ok to put this stuff in both with no issues...
I'm in the process of doing a complete fluid flush and refill and I have a few questions about the tranny, t case, and rear diff fluids.My profile is up to date.. The car is a 98 GSX.. all major components are stock except for a big 16g turbo.Here are the recommendations I received in...
I did consider the FP intake.. but isn't it missing some of the vacuum line taps I'd need to hook up all the stock lines?Also, what coupler would I need for a 16g if I went with the FP?
So I have decided to get one of the $150 intakes from ExtremePSI.. They offer the choice of two filters: The K&N or Vibrant Performance Racing filters.My question is, is the K&N really that much better than other cone filters? The difference in price between the K&N and the other one is $20...
My stock 2g manifold has 2 small cracks that I suspect are making my car lose power. My question is.. what are some of the manifold options and how much should I expect to spend? I require a manifold that has the stock flange.I was thinking of going with the FP manifold, but I don't really...
I'm missing the upper alternator tensioner/locking mechanism piece that holds the alternator in place. The bracket is still in place so I was wondering what the bolt size was that goes through the bracket and alternator..I plan to bypass the locking bolt and just bolt the alternator...
Thanks liquid.. I'll order some 6es's.Guilty, what's the difference between the Redline synthetic gear oil 75w90.. vs the 75w90 NS?
I'm gonna order from ExtremePSI and there are 2 versions of the gear oil.
Looks like one has a friction modifier additive.. So, which would be better for our cars?
Thanks everyone..The comment about the BPR6s vs the 7s... I forgot to mention that the car has an evo3 big 16g. Would that constitute the need for 7s over 6s?I apologize.. I will update my info as well.. I forgot all about the car having an upgraded turbo.Update:
Also, can someone provide...
I'd like to get everyone's opinion on where I can find good quality maintenance parts for my newly purchased 98 GSX 5-speed. The car has 142,xxx miles.A/C belt?
P/S belt?
Alt belt?
For the accessory belts, I was thinking about going with the Gates ones at ExtremePSI.
Also, does anyone know the...
I haven't gotten a chance to update my info so here is the car in discussion:98 GSX 5-speed
142,xxx miles
Stock minus full exhaust from turbo back (no cat)
Supposedly new clutch (bought car and owner claimed the clutch was new).I bought the car 2 weeks ago and it has drove perfectly until...
Thanks for the replies.. I'm really hoping its only that sensor.. I will check it out.. I knew the sensor could make it run a little rich but I didn't know if it was a consistent rich or just a slight richness before the car warmed up.. Anyway, hopefully everything's good.. I will update when I...
@deviousgst .. He didn't properly swap the sensors out.. I think he used the sensor that had the wrong plug before. He said he got it fixed.I will get the car friday and do a boost leak test asap.
@iugrad92turbo.. Tell me about it man.. I am skeptical of everyone.. I am just hoping everything on it is how he says it is because he lives over 2 hours away and the last thing I want is to be stranded.@bryanwheat.. Thank you for the advice.. You seem to be optimistic about the running rich...
Alright, I am very close to buying a 2g gst with a 6 bolt swap. The guy told me the only problem with it is that it runs slightly rich. He said it runs rich because he can see a tiny bit of black smoke from the tailpipe under boost.Mods - 6 bolt engine with no upgrades other than a garrett...
I am about to purchase a 2g with a 6 bolt swap and the guy has informed me that he has removed the a/c compressor but it will come with the car. He also stated that everything else in the A/C system is still in tact.. the only thing that was removed was the compressor..I searched on this...
I'm about to purchase a 2g gst with a 6 bolt swap and the guy that is selling it told me that it has a cold start issue because the 2g wire harness does not have the plug for the cold start injector (on the thermostat housing?).. He said that is the only problem with the car..I was wondering...
Thanks for the quick response. I bookmarked that write-up in case I have to go that route. Does anyone have any comment on an easier way to do this? Right now the seeping cam seal is not getting oil on the timing belt so I was hoping I could just do something to cheat my way out of having to...
Sorry for bumping my old thread but I just now got around to having my car inspected by a shop. They said my leak is definitely coming from the cam seals. My question is, can anyone provide a detailed walkthrough of how to replace the seals on these cars? I know some of the above posts give a...
Here is some updated information.
I looked harder from the top of the engine and found oil all over the corner area of the head. (circled in picture) (AND YES, the part ABOVE the headgasket)
I see oil on the top of the grey part with the indention. It is covered in fresh oil. However, I can't...