Fuel line, cv shaft, transmission, and brake questions.

[Tsisaman]

Ok so the po tried working on the car and did a sorry a** job. So im going to try and fix some things ok first thing is I've been looking for the stock fuel line size and it seems like no one has posted it any where. The po put a afpr on and just cut the fuel line stuck a hoses over the line and clamped it down. So guess what it's leaking and I need to fix it. Is the any kind of kits out there or what would be the easiest way to fix it.

Next I have to replace my transmission and as I was disassembling every I found out that the cv boot has been removed so my question is should I just replace the whole cv shaft or just the boot and yes I've been driving it like that since I got the car 3 months ago.

As I was tearing everything down I ran in to some problems the shifter cable washer where it connects to the transmission were dry rotted as hell and I can't seem to find any replacements. My slave cylinder is looking really bad and I was wondering what is best to replace it or rebuild it.

Also My left rear brake caliper is sticking does it need to be replaced or rebuild it.

That's all I have for questions for now thank for any help and my mad about all the noob questions.

 

[1990dsmkid]

For the shifter cable bushings you can get aluminum ones that are way better from extremepsi.com. As for the rear caliper you are way better off replacing it, so much easier but if you want to attempt rebuilding there is a write up for it. Slave cylinder should be replaced with new oem unit and check the master cylinder while at it.

 

[Tsisaman]

Thanks for the info man what about the cv shaft and the fuel line any body

 

[1990dsmkid]

For the cv shaft just get a replacment from auto parts store and be done with it. As for the fuel line, are you talking about the return line that attatches under the fpr and runs back to tank? A pic would be alot of help

 

[Frskrgps]

check this guy out he is in Kannapolis i have bought a lot of used dsm parts.
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/ven...-shirts-still-text-me-now-828-429-9194-a.html

 

[Jake719]

Ok so the po tried working on the car and did a sorry a** job. So im going to try and fix some things ok first thing is I've been looking for the stock fuel line size and it seems like no one has posted it any where. The po put a afpr on and just cut the fuel line stuck a hoses over the line and clamped it down. So guess what it's leaking and I need to fix it. Is the any kind of kits out there or what would be the easiest way to fix it.This depends entirely on where the line is tapped into. If it's on the rubber section, check out Welcome To Extreme PSI for their fuel feed and return line kit to replace the section that has been chopped/tapped into. This will be your best bet, and an upgrade for down the road when you're ready to start modifying the car.

Next I have to replace my transmission and as I was disassembling every I found out that the cv boot has been removed so my question is should I just replace the whole cv shaft or just the boot and yes I've been driving it like that since I got the car 3 months ago. Im honestly impressed you were able to drive the car that long without a boot on there at all, REPLACE IT!

As I was tearing everything down I ran in to some problems the shifter cable washer where it connects to the transmission were dry rotted as hell and I can't seem to find any replacements. My slave cylinder is looking really bad and I was wondering what is best to replace it or rebuild it. As mentioned above, check out a few of the vendors in the vendors sections for replacement bushings. Not only are they an upgrade, you wont have to worry about them going out again. There are many many options out there from brass to steel to aluminum, but they all work and give the shifter a far better feel.

Also My left rear brake caliper is sticking does it need to be replaced or rebuild it. Replace it, definitely. Might be a good idea to look into fresh pads for both sides in the rear, as well as a good once over at the rest of the brake system. Keep an eye open for seepage/damp looking brake lines, paint flaking/wear at the base of the brake master sylinder, and moisture in the brake lines. I also highly recommend getting extra fluid, a helping hand, and a few hours over a weekend to completely flush and bleed the entire brake system. Typically, brake calipers wont stick unless moisture has been introduced into the system, THUS the importance of checking for leaks and flushing the entire system.

That's all I have for questions for now thank for any help and my mad about all the noob questions.

Edited with my responses, hope that helps!

Be sure to take your time, and fix maintenance items BEFORE you start modifying an dbeating on the car. If not, it WILL bite you in the ass

-Jake

 

[Tsisaman]

Edited with my responses, hope that helps!

Be sure to take your time, and fix maintenance items BEFORE you start modifying an dbeating on the car. If not, it WILL bite you in the ass

-Jake

Thank you for the help man I defiantly plan on fixing everything I can find before any upgrades.