Those Poor Rotors!
Written by James Walker, Jr. of scR motorsports Check out the site for more tech info! (Originally posted in the late ’90’s however, the information is still very relevant!) Let’s…
V-Rod Saddle Bag Install
Installing saddlebags, passenger back-rest (sissy bar), or just about anything requiring the removal of the rear fender of your V-Rod. Although this write-up is based on my ’07 VSRCAW there…
Push Button Start Nissans – Won’t Start? Here’s the common fix
Replacing Nissan’s Brake Switch Recently, my wife’s 2008 Nissan Altima wouldn’t start. Press the brake, press the start button. Nothing. It didn’t even try to crank. I had changed the…
Turbo Sizing
(Originally posted some time prior to 2001 and originally posted on the mailing list sometime in the late 90’s) This article was posted to Nissan SE-R mailing list by Rob…
Mustang GT K&N Cold Air Intake Install
(Originally Posted March 2005) During a bit of a car building weekend, I was asked to do some work to my friend’s ’04 Mustang GT. This article outlines the process…
Mustang GT ZEX Wet Fogger Nitrous Kit Impression
(Originally Posted: March, 2005) While installing K&N’s cold air intake we also installed ZEX’s wet fogger nitrous kit. I just wanted to write a quick impression about the kit to…
Basic Brake Maintenance
You can save a great deal of money if you can take care of your brakes on your own. Honestly, there isn’t much to it. Personally, I prefer to change…
Clutch Comparison
Comparing ACT, Exedy, Clutchmasters, and OEM Clutches Over the past decade and change, I’ve had a chance to experience a few different clutches and I wanted to share my thoughts…
H22a Swap Guide
Most people know about swapping B16’s and B18’s into Civics. The B series swap is one of the most common Honda swaps. Most people are unaware of another easy, but…
Civic Steering Rack Swap
(Originally Posted December 2004) If you are into auto crossing, road racing, or would just like to have a more responsive civic, you need to swap in the Integra’s faster…
Nissan Altima Spark Plug Replacement (4th Gen)
Recently, my wife’s 2008 3.5SE Altima was due for new spark plugs. Having swapped plugs on her old 2003 3.5SE, I was familiar with the process and ordered plugs and…
240SX LSD Swap
Open Diffs are a drag and aftermarket limit slip units can be outrageously expensive. There is hope for any non-LSD equipped 240SX. Factory limit slip diffs are available from many…
Civic-Integra MSD External Coil Conversion
This write-up will work with virtually all Honda Civics and Acura Integras (Preludes and Accords already have an external coil). Theory Obviously, bigger is usually better, but why is this…
Mazda Miata Short Shifter Install
One of my favorite upgrades to any car is the installation of a short shifter. In this write-up, I’ll explain how to install a short shifter in a Mazda Miata.…
B-Series Cam Seal Install
A simple but common problem to most B-series Honda engines is an oil leak around the front cam seal. A simple and aesthetically pleasing solution is to replace the seal…
Toyota Corolla Rear Seat & Strut Removal
After unsuccessfully trying to find info regarding the process of changing the rear struts on a corolla, I decided that I would share what I learned while working on this…
Home Made Poly Urethane Engine Mounts
A common problem experienced in most cars involves soggy engine mounts whether or not you know it. This is a result of torn or damaged engine mounts or by mounts…