I'm selling off the remainder of my DSM parts, since I'm not planning on another project in the foreseeable future.Up first is a set of PTE 880cc injectors that I got from ExtremePSI back in 2007. They were used with gasoline for the majority of the time and then E85 for about 3 months until...

I did suspect the turbo, so I sent it in to FP to have it checked out (still under warranty). They found nothing wrong with it, but they did mention to check my oil supply to the turbo and my PCV system.Turns out there was too much pressure out the oil feed line. Didn't have that issue with...

Bump for a price drop and dyno tuning numbers:339 awhp / 330 lb-ft torque

Decided it's about time I sell my DSM and move on to something more modern (Evo!). It's got a quite a list of mods so hopefully you don't get bored on the scroll down :)The car has just passed smog (legally!) so if sold within the next 90 days, buyer won't have to re-smog to transfer ownership...

I don't mind driving out there to get a pass on visuals.

Anybody willing to share their station of choice? The place I went to two years ago isn't willing to do it anymore (can't really blame them); the car passes emissions like a champ, but it has a few visible mods under the hood and there's a bit of smoke out the tailpipe.

Ahaaha, funny you mention that because I was running E85 and wasn't even close to reaching redline when it gave out. It didn't just bend though, it exploded into tiny pieces and blew a hole through the block; found a chunk of the piston a couple hundred feet back. I still have no idea how a...

I'm having some major issues with blue smoke out of the tailpipe; mostly when coming to a stop after boosting and sometimes while just idling. It's hard to tell if its puffing smoke when cruising because I can't see the smoke, but getting stuck in stop-n-go traffic produces smoke screens. I also...

Does anyone know a reputable wheel repair place in the SF Bay Area? I've got two damaged wheels, one has a nice little dent while the other has got a hunk of the beat seat missing and I want to see if I can get them repaired.I would rather just get a replacement wheel, but these are no...

That's some heavy stuff right there, man. Hang in there, just know that all of this is in your head and no one can convince you that you're depressed but yourself.

Never had much trouble sleeping, usually the best way to go about it is to simply clear your mind (easier said than done!) or think about something whimsical, like stuff you might want to buy or places you might like to visit.The only time I had trouble sleeping was when I started talking to...

Color me jealous. I've been looking to get a new box for the past year, but something else keeps demanding money from me.

I would definitely check for a boost leak, particularly a post MAF leak.Do you have an aftermarket boost gauge? When one of my post MAF couplers popped off, it would buck like a madman and have no power the second the boost gauge passed the 0 mark.

Definitely going to get a wheel for this one; I've always done well with the gamepad, but I want to see how much better it is with the right equipment.

The pressure plate basically acts like a huge split washer and keeps the bolts under tension almost the entire time, making it more difficult for them to back themselves out.

PC. I own a MacBook Pro, but I only used OSX long enough to become familiar with it; now it runs Windows 7 via Bootcamp. The marketing folks at our office work with Macs exclusively; now I'm no pro, but I do a fair bit of graphics work and I can't see why it would be a better platform.

Part of the reason why I went with the 3KGT VR4 calipers instead.

You might want to check the hydraulics again then. When I push my slave cylinder rod in, it comes back up on its own in a matter of seconds like a teenager on a porno binge.The dowel pins are probably for the flywheel so you can locate the pressure plate easier; your flywheel may have already...

Hmm, when I installed my 2600 I used an OEM throwout bearing; not to say the ACT bearing is the source of your problems, but I do recall it being different from the OEM bearing.And yes, when you bolt down the pressure plate onto the flywheel, it clamps the disc down to the flywheel so it...

The RPM pickup does tend to have issues with pre-OBDII distributorless ignitions and COP. The tech had some issues with mine as well, but did eventually get it to stabilize. Go to another station, likely the guys you ran into were either lazy, inept, didn't want your business or some combination...

The ETS Street kit with the 3" thick core will allow you to keep your AC, cruise, stock bumper reinforcement, and even your fog lights. You may have to swap the AC fan for a slim fan, but it's an otherwise hassle-free install.

Hahaha, welcome to our world!

Turns out 3 out of 4 injectors were bad and failing to pulse. Only Cyl #1 was getting fuel and firing, hence the car wanting to start, but obviously it can't keep the engine running on its own. Swapped my old 880s back in and the car runs like it should.Sucks, those injectors were less than...

I had to take the CAS off of the old motor and slap it in the new one, but I did follow the correct install procedure (install it with the motor in TDC, etc). I'm not sure I want to try starter fluid, but I may replace my fuel filter since its condition is unknown to me.As for the wires, I...

Long story short, I just finished putting a new motor in the car, but it will not start. Here's a list of things I've already checked:1. Spark plugs and wires are good (grounded them and checked for visible spark, plugs are new) 2. Injectors are getting signal from the ECU (tested each...

I don't think the flywheel would have much to do with your issues, but definitely check on that pivot ball.

It's very possible; can you move the fork as if you were stirring a pot of soup? It should only move left to right, if you can somehow wiggle freely in any other direction then it's not on the pivot.

The throwout bearing rides on the input shaft so either it was on there when you installed it or you forgot to put it in. If it somehow fell off in the bell housing, you would have heard it by now.

There's a thread in the Tech Article with a drawing and dimensions; it's not a cad file, but close:http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/articles-suspension-brakes/185350-guide-13-1-4-piston-brakes-1gs-cheap.html

Hmm, I would bleed the hydraulics again; other than that, you might have to get that tranny off the car to get a better look at what's going on.Try gravity bleeding the clutch: put a clear hose on the bleeder valve and crack it open. Then just leave it alone and check back every 10 minutes to...

Have a buddy step on the clutch and while you go see if the slave cylinder is actually moving the clutch fork.

Congrats, man. Maybe one day I'll go back to school too; I know college is a very unique experience and sometimes I wonder on what I missed out on.I wish you luck and success!

People tend to mess with that adjustment to compensate for a worn down clutch and as a result, when the clutch is replaced, it either engages right as the pedal is lifted off the floor or fails to disengage fully when the pedal is pressed (which I'm thinking is your problem).I don't want to...

Did you actually verify that the ones you replaced were bad? Maybe your connections or wires are toast.

It sure sounds like the clutch isn't disengaging completely if you can't get it into gear while the car is running. If you're sure the hydraulics have been bled properly, you might want to check into adjusting the master cylinder rod:Clutch Adjustment

Eh, sure why not.

It's easy, but you can't get too complacent; the state does keep an eye on smog shops for violations so they can stuff more money in their pocket.A buddy of mine got busted a while back and he had to attend a disciplinary class (that he had to pay for!) and his license was suspended for a few...

You gotta pay your dues somewhere; even 4-year college grads have a hard time making 50K a year when they first get out.In this business, experience is KEY; no one cares if you know how to do a clutch job, they want to know if you can do it quicker than book time and not result in a comeback...

Heh, I joined the grenaded block club a little over a week ago myself. What were you doing when it bought the farm?

That's some BS right there, you'd think they'd discuss all of that crap before they decide to spend the money to publicize the job opening and waste everyone's time with a pointless song and dance.

I run the 7" Street FMIC with their piping kit along with a 68HTA and I'm able to use my stock radiator fan without any trimming or modifications with a Koyo rad. The piping, however, interferes with the AC fan (j-pipe routes too close to the radiator) so I had to take it off; I don't have a...

Ingenuity, it's what separates men from animals. :D

I took the easy way out on that one and used the impact wrench. :DDo you have the crank holding tool?

Going to the gun store to see if they have any Saigas in commie 7.62x39 in stock so I can finally start my AK build.That and I'm going to teach my lil bro to drive stick with the DSM; I keep telling him that once he masters driving this car, everything else will be cake. :D

You really should have used a socket, the walls on the 1/2 drive opening are just too thin to handle that kind of torque. I tried an impact wrench on my 1G and it couldn't knock it loose; granted, I'm using a janky air compressor, but it does make short work of lug nuts...We got it loose by...

Try a pre-test first, it'll give you a better idea of how far you are from passing and what you need to do; the last thing you want is to fail as a gross polluter on the actual test. Doesn't really matter what air metering you're using, assuming the smog guy doesn't nail you on the visual...

I have a used 14b that I'm willing to part with, unknown mileage though, came with the vehicle when I bought it. Ran great and very little shaft play.

Sure sounds like a boost leak to me; could be something simple, like a hole on one of the hoses or maybe just loose clamps.

I too had an idle surge issue and I retained my ISC with a bypass plate. The idle surge was fixed and have no issues with cold starts (though it doesn't get THAT cold here in Cali), but I did notice stalling and severe RPM dip when the clutch is depressed at too high a RPM. I say go for it.

Good luck with it, man. I did the same thing two years ago: bought a non-runner 91 TSI for $700 and been working to get it up to a mean street machine since then. I've had a LOT of setbacks and frustrating days with this car, but I don't think I'd trade it for anything else; at least until I'm...