Monday, February 28, 2011

2002-04 Nissan Altima Dyno-Proven Cold Air Intake System Installation

All 2004 vehicles that are considered LEV2 and SULEV with engine test group numbers of families do not satisfy or meet the California air resource board tet procedures. The engine group test numbers can be found on the underhood information label located on the drivers side. Engine test group numbers listed below are to be considered for off-road use only: 2004 Nissan Alima 2.5L test group number- 4NSXV02.585A

Nissan 200sx SR20DET Engine Tuning Guide

This document explains the engine various modifications, with a common path through them. However, these various modifications can be done in many different orders, and this is merely a guide.

03-06 Nissan 350Z Oil Cooler Installation Instructions

1. Install the small rubber o-rings supplied with the kit onto all the fittings that screw into the oil outlet and inlet ports (threaded). Every connection to the oil filter sandwich block will require a rubber o-ring gasket. Do not use any thread sealer or Teflon tape on any of the fittings to the oil filter, block, cooler, or cooler lines. If you are installing an oil

SR20 Solid Pivot Installation Manual

In order to make cam clearance maintenance-free, and achieve operation sound reduction, hydraulic lash adjuster is adopted to SR20 engine. However, when aiming at high rotation and a high output by engine modification, it is important

95-98 Nissan 240SX EMS P/N 30-1611 and 30-1611U Installation

The AEM Engine Management System (EMS) is the result of extensive development on a wide variety of vehicles. Each system is engineered for a particular application. The AEM EMS differs from all others in several ways. The EMS is a “stand alone”, which completely replaces the factory ECU and features unique plug and play technology. There is no need to

Friday, February 25, 2011

1997-2003 Buick Regal Engine Compartment Fire Recall Bulletin

General Motors has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 1997-2003 model year Buick Regal and Pontiac Grand Prix, 1998-1999 model year Chevrolet Lumina and Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1998-2003 model year Chevrolet Monte Carlo, and 2000-2003 model year Chevrolet Impala model vehicles, equipped with a 3.8L V6 naturally

Page 1 JEG'S Solid Motor Mounts 555-50510, 50511, 50512 & 50513

The JEG’S solid front engine mounts provide a firm foundation for racing or the serious street enthusiasts. They keep the engine in its place, eliminating the movement caused by flexible, stock rubber mounts. Solid mounts limit engine movement and make linkages operate smoother. (Transmission manufacturers recommend using urethane transmission mounts when

Beer Budget Chevrolet LUV Engine Swap Guide

So you’ve been watching to many Tim Allen show’s? Fell a need for speed that won’t go away? Well whatever it was, you’re just like the numerous other LUV owners that have taken the plunge to MORE POWER! Let me just say a few words before getting technical, what you are about to take on is quite a chunk of work so be sure and let the wife and kids know where to find you. The rewards you’ll get on the flip side of your project will be never ending when you feel all that

Self-Priming Engine Cooling Pump Model 50410-Series

This pump is designed to mount directly inside the crank-shaft pulley on Chevrolet small block (305 & 350 C.I.) engines. The maximum recommended pump speed (engine speed) is 5200 RPM. The maximum recommended discharge pressure should not exceed 10 PSI. When the pump is installed so it operates at or near maximum speed, the inlet plumbing must be designed to minimize the vacuum at the pump inlet. A high speed scoop over the inlet thru-hull fitting is recommended to reduce inlet vacuum.

1993-96 Chevrolet Beretta Baseplate BX1614 Installation Instructions

1. Read the General Instruction Sheet included with this baseplate.
2. The baseplate attaches to the engine mount braces under the car and to the bumper mounts using eight total bolts which are supplied with the baseplate.
3. Remove the headlight modules. The modules are attached with three screws at the top and back of the module. Remove the screws and pull the headlight forward to detach. Unplug the wiring.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Long Tube Header Installation For Chevrolet Camaro 6.2L V8 PN 17249

This Borla Performance Stainless Steel Long Tube Header System (Part Number 17249) has been designed for the Chevrolet Camaro equipped with a 6.2L V-8 engine with an automatic or manual transmission.
Original Manifold System Removal

Darton LS-1/LS-6 Coolant System Flow Testing

Setup: An unmodified LS-1 Chevrolet engine block and an LS-1 Chevrolet engine block with Darton cylinder liners installed are received from Darton International for flow testing. The engine blocks are mounted on the test stand both with the unmodified water pump then with the Evans water pump. The test stand consists of a 10 horsepower electric motor mounted on a frame. The engine block to be tested is mounted to the frame and a belt from the electric motor drives the

2001 Chevrolet Impala V6-3.8L Oil Pan Replacement

Removal Procedure
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the fuel injector sight shield.
3. Disconnect the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor electrical connector.
4. Remove the air inlet duct from the throttle body.
5. Remove the drive belt.

Engine Owner's Manual for LS Series Auto Conversions

Engine Mount
Engine mount is constructed of 4130 aircraft quality steel tubing and is powder coated for corrosion protection. Engine mount vibration isolators are made of aluminum cups capturing a rubber isolator. There are a total of eight (8) rubber isolators required. Replacement of rubber isolators can be obtained at your local auto parts store. Just ask for front motor

Retrofit Hydraulic Roller Lifter Installation Instructions

Thank you for choosing Gaterman Products hydraulic roller lifters. These lifters are engineered and manufactured to provide optimum performance and reliability. In order to take full advantage of the product, proper installation is required. Please follow the instructions below to insure complete satisfaction.

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

2002 Buick Park Avenue, Regal SMU Revised DTC P0341 Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Performance

This bulletin is being issued to revise DTC P0341 Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Performance in the Engine Controls-3.8L sub-section of the Service Manual. Please replace the current information in the Service Manual with the following information. This revised DTC requires a different diagnostic approach due to a change that affects diagnosis of the

1969 Chevrolet Z/28 Camaro Cross Ram Sport Coupe

Nineteen sixty nine was the final year for the first generation Camaro and for many collectors, the Z/28 is the ultimate derivation. It was fast, not only in a straight line, but also around corners. It drove like a real sports car, with a high-revving small block, and also came only with a four-speed and decent brakes.

58 mm LT1 NOS Throttle Body for the 1994-97 Chevrolet

These instructions must be read and fully understood before beginning installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in poor performance, vehicle damage, personal injury, or death. If these instructions are not fully understood, installation should not be attempted.

Generator Operation and Troubleshooting

Over the past few model years, GM has improved generator reliability by installing larger generator bearings, higher temperature greases, and high temperature press-fit diodes across all generator lines. However, while these design changes have improved generator warranty over-all, the percentage of good generator replacements has increased. A

Tuesday, February 8, 2011

MSD Pro-Billet Small Diameter Chevrolet V8 Distributor PN 8570

Installing Distributor:
1. Remove the existing distributor cap without disconnecting any of the spark plug wires.
2. With the cap off, crank the engine until the rotor is aimed at a fixed point on the engine or firewall. Note this position by making a mark (Figure 9).

1967-Later 396-502 C.I.D. Chevrolet V8 Engines Performer RPM Hydraulic Roller Camshafts

Edelbrock Performer RPM hydraulic roller camshafts are ground specifically for use with the corresponding Performer RPM manifold. The Performer RPM manifold #7161 or RPM Air-Gap #7561 (for oval port heads), or Performer RPM #7163 or RPM Air-Gap #7563 (for rectangular port heads), and Performer RPM Hydraulic Roller camshaft #2261 (1965-1989 Mark IV and 1989-1995 Mark V blocks) or 2262 (1996-Up Mark VI blocks with camshaft thrust plate) are designed to work as a team to give you better driveability and performance. They are dyno-matched and street-proven.

Monday, February 7, 2011

Small Block Chevrolet Engines Holley Contender Manifold

The Holley Dominator II Manifold, 300-36 has been designed for use on small block Chevrolet engines (265-400 C.I.D.). Its low-end torque and usable power range off idle to 7200 RPM makes it ideal for street and street-strip applications.

Eliminator Vented Disc Brakes Owners Manual

Tie Down Engineering vented rotor disc brakes with aluminum calipers have many exclusive features not found on automotive type brakes modified for trailer use. Please see our web site at tiedown.com for further information on features and benefits. Vented rotor disc brakes are designed to activate when the vehicle’s brakes are applied. As the vehicle stops or slows, the momentum of the trailer pushes forward developing pressure in the actuator (master cylinder), used to apply pressure to the brakes.

Friday, February 4, 2011

Camshaft Installation and Degreeing Procedure

Camshaft Installation
Step 1: Prepare a clean work area and assemble the tools needed for the camshaft installation. It is suggested to use an automotive manual to help determine which items must be removed from the engine in order to expose the timing chain, lifters and camshaft. A good, complete automotive manual will save time and frustration during the installation.

MSD Ready-to-Run Marine V8 Distributor Chevrolet, PN 83606

The terminals of this Distributor require spark plug style terminals. You may need to change the terminals and boots of your wires. MSD offers two kits, PN 8849 or PN 8848 that are supplied with nine boots and terminals.
Note: If the Chevy gear is ever replaced, MSD Gear, PN 8561, is required for replacement due to the 500" diameter shaft.

Vertex Electronic Distributor (2 Wire Unit with Ground)

Old Distributor Removal:
Step 1-Disconnect the coil trigger wire coming from the distributor to the negative (-) side of the ignition coil at the coil terminal. Disconnect the wire supplying current to the positive side (+) of the ignition coil. There may be two wires on this terminal, one from the ballast resistor and one from the starter solenoid. The ballast resistor should have one wire left, the

Revised Steering Wheel Position Sensor or Steering Shaft Lower Bearing

This bulletin is being issued to revise the Steering Wheel Position Sensor or Steering Shaft Lower Bearing Replacement procedure in the Variable Effort Steering (1998-2001 model years) or Steering Wheel and Column (2002-2003 model years) and add the Steering Wheel Position Sensor Centering procedure in the Steering Wheel and Column sub-sections of the Service Manual. Please replace the current information in the Service Manual with the following information.

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

MSD Billet Crank Trigger Distributors PN 84697

A Crank Trigger must be used with this distributor. An MSD Billet Hold-Down Clamp, PN 8110, is recommended.
REMOVING THE DISTRIBUTOR
1. Remove the existing distributor cap without disconnecting any of the spark plug wires.
2. With the cap off, rotate the engine or until the rotor is aimed at a fixed point on the engine or firewall. Note this

55-57 Chevrolet Disc Brake Conversion Installation Instructions

1. Remove stock front brake drums, brakes and backing plates. Clean and inspect spindle for cracks. scouring and/or damage. Be sure to thoroughly clean out the 5'f8"-I8 threaded hole at the top of the spindle.--This is extremely important—Use a non-oil based cleaner such as tri-chlorethylene. Clean out the threads with a" bottoming tap if _ necessary, but clean it good.

MSD Pro-Billet Front Drive Distributor Chevrolet Small Block, PN 8510 - Big Block, PN 8520

ASSEMBLY Prior to installation, it is recommended to position the engine at your desired timing.
1. Install the distributor assembly using the four supplied socket head cap screws and washers.
2. Install the camshaft pulley with the supplied cam adapter, washer and 12-point bolt. Note that the threads are reversed. Coat the threads of the bolt with 30-weight motor oil or ARP moly lube. Torque it to 90 lb-ft with motor oil or 70 lb-ft with the ARP lube. Loop the belt over the timing belt pulley.

1955-1957 Chevrolet Dynalite BIG Brake Front Hub Kit Assembly

Installation of this kit should ONLY be performed by persons experienced in the installation and proper operation of disc brake systems. Before assembling the Wilwood front disc brake kit, double check the following items to ensure a trouble-free installation.

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