Car Help & Advice

Every now and then (its only happened 2 or 3 times) when the car is stationary and just idling, the revs sort of drop down, then they just start reving back up slightly, dropping down, reving back up etc, sort of like if I was just slightly tapping the accelerator pedal, from about 300 to 600 revs or so. I just tap the accelerator so it goes to ... more

Ok now the fun begins, transferring everything into my car from my brothers wreck. My cortina will now be sporting: *1.6 Kent Formula Ford Engine (Around 100hp at the wheels, not bad for a carby sidecam engine) 4 speed with short shift *Fully adjustable suspension ($3k value) with koni adjustables, strut brace, pillowball koni struts, kmac swa... more

I have a pair of Kenwood 7x10' 3 ways in the back of my Feroza. I am looking at getting a pair of 6' Kenwood splits to put basically right next to them and all this will be run off a 4x75wrms alpine amp (which i already have). Will the 6's preform well so close to the 7x10's? or will it just mess it all up? other recomendations for haveing 4 speake... more

HEY IM JUST WONDERING IF ANY ONE HERE HAS A 12SECOND COMMODORE WITH A TRIMATIC 3SP JUST WONDERING WOT TOP SPEED I GOT AND WOT DIFF RATIOS U HAVE?, CUZ IM TRYING 2 GET THE RIGHT ONES. WOT DIFF RATIOS DO U ALL HAVE THO? more

I installed the Garrett and also got a 3 inch dump pipe connected up, and when i hooked up the gauge it read at 4lb, now this is under full load at about 6 grand racing down the street. Would this be because of the standard boost controller on a 180sx? being that the turbo is twice the size. Im installing a tap tomorrow, just curious if any ... more

any one ever hooked a 5'' tacho up to a rb20 computer???? :idea: more

Hey fellaz, i get my telstar back in few days with a new transmission.. and im just wondering now that i will start to have money to spare, what kind of modifications i could do to the 2.5L v6 engine, some people have said turbo it... but because it is fwd i don't think its valid because it wheelspins alot now so imagine a turbo as well..... :shoc... more

Just wondering wether I should try some of this stuff on my car, its a 94 r33 gts-t Ive heard of people using it and their cars idling all crazy at like 2k and shit, and other guys not having a problem with it. Any info would be nice more

Hi, Is it good to change auto gear ('D' -> 'N') whenever you stop in front of signal ? Or should I just leave it in drive mode ? Your advice would be appreciated. Cheers :wink: more

well i have just scored my self a nice vr v6 engine, and i know wat u are all going to say BOGAN rofl anyway its doing a mild amount of power of 230 hp in the car (vr exec) at the wheels and its naturally asp as well, now whati want to know is 1. if i whack a vortec blower on the thing can i get a boost controler for the thing kauze 8psi just ... more

More questions from me sorry :roll: What is a good brand car alarm, rougly how much are they and where can I get it from?? I've previously had a Black Widow from Brisbane Car Sound and thought it was time for a change for the new car. Thanks guys more

Are POD filters still legal? Do they require their own airbox? more

A work collegue of mine is looking at buying an FTO, now I don't know too much about these cars so anyone with a little knowledge would be great. Basically is it a good car to buy for someone that's not looking for a HUGE performer? Would they cost a lot to repair etc? Help Please! more

ive got a single stage boost controler...how long does it take to normally fit it yourself with a mate.. ? i do have to remove some piping to get to the turbo, a friend said around 1/2 a day for a decent job more

Howdy folks. Just got a question bout upgrading the good old Ej20 Boxer. Engine is soon to cop a hi flowed sti turbo, EMS and a new cooler (already has exhaust and bleedvalve). Is there actually a considerable difference between an aftermarket top mount intercooler with a spray system and a fmic? I know that the hot air gets drawn back in afte... more

Hi all, i have now blown diff no.2 in my stanza so my backup plan is now underway. I have bought a new stronger diff (Gazalle with 720 ute centre) however needs to be shortened to suit. Anybody know of any workshops that can do such a job? Once narrowed it will be back to the track to better my13.3 sec Qtr, Not gunna ease this one of the line! O... more

Guys, As topic says, here is a brake conversion for 910 Bluebird, s12 Gazelle, r31 Skyline and probably a few other cars with the same front end setup (anything early Datsun/Nissan mostly) It's on my homepage for ease of storage.. http://www15.brinkster.com/psi910/4spot/ more

I have given up trying to fix this prob on my car so I'm looking for someone who really knows their shit with SR20 motors..... Any suggestion guys...... more

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I am looking at buying an R33 n/a auto, is it worth it, it has to be auto for now cause my g/f has to drive bitch won't get her manual :x , it's only gunna cost about 14- 15 K more

HEY IM JUS WONDERING WOT A TURBO SUPRA WIF SAY KIT WHEELS AND A FEW MODS IS WORTH IN GOOD COND? more

Anyone seen or have a 350Z? Supposedly there are some around but my brother, who works for Nissan, said they hadn't allowed any in Australia yet, not even imports. I'll hopefully get to drive one next week. And get some nice pictures to. more

Anyone know of any places that do / sell good dump pipes in Brisbane? Would prefer a properly designed one rather than just an enlarged standard one. more

soo I looked for an answer at google but couldn't find much anyone know how much a ford meteor weighs? more

Just wondering if people could help me out here i am wondering if you people could give me some sites for insurance companies or names of insurance companies greatly appreciated if u can help out more

does anybody know of any sites that give a detailed description on how to re-spray your car. like prep work and techniques used. or if anyone has every done their own car, can they let me know how it turned out and how they went about doing it. i've already got the air compressor and a ventilated room to do it in, but i need to know mre detai... more

ok heres the gist!!!! i need better brakes and i am putting a hilux diff in it. i am wondering if anyone out there has done either of these mods before??? in regards to brakes, i have been told commo brakes are the usual so i am wondering what it involves to do this and if you would require a different booster and master?????? and with the diff i ... more

Anyone know where in Brisbane I can get the ECU for my R32 Gts-T remaped? more

hey ok need help. ok i have a shitty excel at da momment nd wont be changin rides 4 a while wat do u think i can do 2 it bear in mind i would like 2 made it a sleeper so i dont get anymore shit off the cops. nd bear in mind aty da momment i cant blow a shit load of money on it or i would go out nd get a better car. lol thanks if anyone can help me more

Hey guyz Just saw some pics of the the new EVO VIII that was released today in US. It's looks pretty good if u ask me, tho some mite have a different opinion. u can see it for urself at: http://www.autoweb.com.au/id_MIT/doc_mit03...ewsarticle.html cyas. more

Just wondering if it's worth supercharging a V8, and would you get much of a power increase from it? It's a HSV GTO more

Do you ever change your diff oil? If so, when, what kms, ect. more

Im having troubles with putting my boost up, i know this is a long shot but its worth a try, as ive tried almost everything else... taken from the site QUOTE R33 Factory Boost controller The R33 GTS25T has a ECU controlled boost solenoid. It is positioned on the right strut tower, near the power steering fluid reservoir. Standard b... more

Would anyone have any mod ideas for my mates sr20 nx? Not lookin for turbo conversion or anythin megatron just some simple, effective changes to gain a little more power. Cheers fellas. more

In similar price range, which one would you buy ? more