Whats up guys?I've been out the game for a very long time (8 years) and I've recently bought back my old 92 Galant VR4.I'm not sure why or if there is any benefit but the PO has a GM MAF and a Map sensor hooked up. I know usually you can switch to speed density and eliminate the MAF all...

A buddy and I are about to give this a try.We are going to be using Lexan Sheets, so it should be durable and shouldn't yellow like acrylic will when exposed to UV light.We got our mold done, just have to do some touch up's in a few spots. Next step it to build our rig to hold the Lexan.I...

Anybody know where to find the clips that hold on the door seals?I've tried searching, but haven't found anything.Thanks!

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I plan on building a new engine wiring harness for my Galant in the near future....IF I can find all the connectors which I think I've tracked down the majority.What do you guys think the demand is for something like this? I'm thinking that if I'm successful AND I dont go crazy, I could...

I'm buying a 90 Talon from a friend of mine with a rebuilt motor with about 3k on it, and I want to get an opinion before I tear it apart to fix it.The cars compression is 90 across the board. He thinks its the head gasket because the car ran hot on him a few times before he stopped driving...

I'm looking for this exact image, but a much larger size.I'm doing a shirt design, and the image I have is too small.

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In this writeup I will explain how to dye your carpet using Rit Dye, instead of using Duplicolor in a spray can.The reason for using Rit Dye instead of Duplicolor is: 1. No streaks!! 2. Less time consuming! 3. Cheaper! 4. No smelly carpet!You can buy the dye at Wall-Mart or probably...

I have a quick question for you guys.I have a 20g, and I want to run about 25 psi. Are 750's big enough or to small?If they are to small, what injector size do you recommend?Thanks!

I have a stupid question, because I think i screwed up a set of brand new OEM rings.I want to run 25+ PSI, so I gapped my rings to .020". Was it suppose to be MM??

I need the wastegate actuator for a td05 20g. YES I want to run a internal wastegate!!I've searched all over, and cannot find what I'm looking for.Does anybody know where I can find one, or if there is an alternative...other than external!Thanks, Jonathan

Anybody have any experience with NPR rings?Anybody have any experience with ITM oil pumps?

I got some cams a while back that I was told they were BC 272's. There is no way these are BC cams, because they would have BC clearly marked on them which they do not.I brought my cams to Cam Motion to have the profiled to see exactly what they are, but they couldn't tell me exactly what...

Whats up guys?I have a problem on my hands, and not sure what the deal is here. I was given a job that I should of refused, because I knew it was gonna be a hack job.:toobad:Background: I was to put a motor into a 94 N/A Eclipse. The motor that I received was a 2g turbo block. I called...

I picked up a set of new wheels and tires for 136HP Design 18x8 +35

I didnt see these listed anywhere, so I thought I would share. Hope this is helpful.1990 Turbo 5 speed:Federal MD145903 MD128625 MD128623 California: MD14590290 Turbo AutoFederal: MD145903 MD128625 MD128623 California: MD14590291-94 Turbo 5 SpdFederal: MD166262...

Yesterday I got a phone call from somebody I use to hang out with. He told me he wanted to sell his Galant vr4. I ask him how much and he says come take a look at it first and see if you want it. :pray::hellyeah:I drive to BFE and see the car. Exactly how I remember it! Grey with black...

I've tried searching, but haven't found an answer yet.I am trying to figure out what I need to do to use the transmission out of the galant in an 2g Eclipse GST.I know it will bolt up no problem. But are the TCU's the same? If not, what do i need to do.Thanks in advance.

I have been in negoations with Thomas Dorris with ECMTuning Inc. on offering a tuning class for DSMLink for people in the Louisiana area. This is due to the fact that we only have 1 AWD dyno in the state (of my knowledge) and they know nothing about DSMLink.:hellyeah::rocks:He is on board...

I'm looking to trade my 2008 Scion tC in for a 2005 Evo 8. I'm trying to under stand car salesman lingo. I haven't talked to the car salesman yet, I want to understand how they come up with the bottom dollar first.So help me out here guys; tell me if this is right.My Scion tC pay off...

I'm having some technical difficulties.A friend gave me a Palm M100. I downloaded the Palm desktop software. I downloaded the mmcd software from Here.Now i went to quick to quick install on the desktop software. I selected the files and added them to that window. On the right it tells me...

This writeup will show you how to use a fog machine to detect vacuum leaksEverybody here knows its a pain to look for vacuum leaks, and have their own way of finding them. I use to work at this one shop that had a leak detector esp. designed for vacuum leaksThe down side to these...

Whats up?I installed a JDM motor in a 90 Talon TSI. I started the car with the upper IC pipe off, and it idled perfect...nice and smooth. I wanted to make sure it was gonna run before I finished up everything else. I installed the upper IC pipe yesterday, and changed the MAS to one that had...

I need the help of my fellow tuners. I need something photoshoped if anybody has time and wants to do it.I'm looking for something like this http://www.scikotics.com/forums/images/styles/scikotics/misc/right.jpg except I would like to see a 1ga transition to a 1gb transition to a 2g. I'm...

I did a search before posting this, and didn't see any info so I wanted to share with my fellow DSM'ers.I found a 1G complete Energy Suspension kit (minus rear subframe) for $135.99 @ Energy Suspension Parts.Complete kit can be found here: StoreMade002 Package Kit - All Wheel Drive...

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I was browsing youtube yesterday, and found a video that had somebody put a honda intake manifold, distributor, and ecu into thier DSM (2g talon). WTFThere are a few video's of them trying to tune.Stupid thing would die when they gave it gas!My question is WHY o WHY would anybody do...

Whats up?Ok, I have been working on a customers car, and I cannot for the life of me figure out what the problem is, so I'm looking to my fellow DSM'ers to help me out.The car is a 92 Eagle Talon Tsi, and It idles around 2000 rpm's with a slight idle surge (it goes from 1900-2000 fairly...

I had a car come to me to diagnoses a problem!I know that the dip stick popping out is a common problem with DSM's, mainly under boost. The car I'm working on does it while the car is sitting in my drive way and reving it to about 5k.When I pull the dip stick while its idling, steam...

Ok guys, I found something that might be a problem...and I need my fellow DSM'ers opinion.:cry:I had alot of money invested in this head so far, so I'm wondering what the hell went wrong.Im guessing I had an oiling issue?So...is it time for a new head? :confused:

Hey everyone!I have been seeing alot of newer members complaining of ROD KNOCK, and/or asking if a balance shaft can cause a knocking sound.The answer is YES, the rear balance shaft bearing can go and will sound EXACTLY like a rod knocking.A few days ago a 91 eclipse GSX came to me...

Ray Hall Turbocharging - Java turbocharger flow map calculatorTurbo Map can be used to plot a Turbocharged engine's air flow against various compressor flow maps, to determine what compressor wheel best suits your engine.Ray Hall Turbocharging - Java calculation applets Here is a list...

I figured its time for a new game, and I hope you guys can catch onto this.Here's how it works^ = About the poster above you < = About you v = Somethin about the next posterexample..lets say i post this.^ Does not exist " im the 1st poster.. so nothing is for the person...

I picked up this car last summer with a blown motor. It was in pretty rough shape on the inside, due to the windows being left down for about a 3 week peroid.

I've been thinking of painting my engine bay black, but I am a little worried about it getting scratched up while reinstalling the engine.So what do you guys think about roll on bed liner in the engine bay? Its pretty tough, and doest scratch easy. Obviously you would have to cover the bolt...

I always love the look of a car (rwd) that had the deeper offset rear wheel. I didnt think it was possible on a AWD dsm, until I saw this picture.I want this look on my car! Is there anything that has to be done in the rear i.e. spacers, to get a deeper offset wheel to fit in the rear?Thanks!

Hey guys,I know there has been tons of debates on whether or not you can turn a crank and it hold up and last.So here is my question. I have a stock crank that the rod journals are in perfect condition. But for some reason 3 main journals look like they got extremely hot! I will post...

First of all, i bought this car a few months back and I found it featured on MachV MachV Motorsports 1990 TalonThe car is lowered 2" with KYB shocks and Tein lowering springs. The problem I've encountered is my caster and camber is out on the rear.I know I can get the caster good...

I'm thinking of going with an Holset HX40 turbo. I cant seem to find the Bullseye Exhaust housing anywhere, I've even looked on bullseyepoer.com.Can anybody point me in the right direction?Thanks

I am still undecided after 3 months in which direction I should take with my car.I know before I start to build, I need to know what I intend to use it for, and I want a street/strip.First off, I cant make up my mind on what turbo to use. Currently I have an big Evo III 16G. I know that its...

I'm looking for some type of mitsu catalog similar to lmc truck (lmctruck.com) :confused:What i'm looking for is new carpet, interior panels etc. My car's body is in awesome shape :thumb:, Inteior not so good :notgood:I would appreicate any help!Thanks

Ok guys I'm no newbie to DSM, I've had several. But I am new to tunning!So I've been hearing about this DSM link, what exactly is it? I have some sort of cable in my car that connects to a computer, it ties in by the fuse box?