Thursday, March 31, 2011

1998-2002 Ford Crown Victoria SA314 Siren Speaker Installation Guide

If you have a Crown Victoria built after the year 2001, you will find that the vehicle horn is installed in the mounting location described below. In order to install this siren, you must first remove the vehicle horn and install it where it is found on the 1998 to 2000 model Crown Victoria. (See: Moving the Vehicle Horn)

Neo Changer Instruction Manual

Since the Neo Changer will works in many different vehicles the following steps must be taken to ensure the changer is set up correctly for the vehicle it is being installed in.
To prevent damage to your vehicle and the changer take the following precautions.

Tuesday, March 29, 2011

1998-Up Ford Crown Victoria Model MS100-04 Compact Speaker Installation

Before Installation
Qualifications
• To properly install an electronic siren: you must have a good understanding of automotive electrical procedures and systems, along with proficiency in the installation and service of safety warning equipment. Always refer to the vehicle's service manuals when performing equipment installations on a vehicle.

Ford Trunk Light Kit Installation

Installing a trunk light kit on a Ford Crown Victoria or Chevrolet Impala requires different installation instructions for different model years. Please use the instructions that pertain to your make and model of vehicle.
1998 and 1999 Ford Crown Victoria
Use the “Ford Trunk Light Kit ETLK01xx” Installation Instructions.

1998 & 2000 Ford Crown Victoria Severe Duty Rear Frame Repair

This procedure is for repairing cracks and installing reinforcement brackets on the rear control arm mounts. Depending on the size of the cracks, some or all of the mounts will require coach welds. All of the control arm mounts will have reinforcement brackets installed on them.

2001 Ford Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis Shock Absorber Installation

All vehicles are equipped with gas pressurized shock absorbers which will extend unassisted. Do not apply heat or flame to the shock absorbers during removal or component servicing. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.

Friday, March 25, 2011

2000-2004 Porsche Boxster S Exhaust System Installation

This Borla Performance Cat-Back™ Exhaust System (Part number 140115) has been designed for 2000-2004 Porsche Boxster S equipped with a 3.5L opposed 6 cylinder engine, rear-wheel drive and a manual transmission.

2000 Porsche Boxster F6-2.7L Trouble Code Tests and Associated Procedures

The position of the throttle is controlled by a digital position controller which emits a pulse-width-modulated (PWM) duty cycle and a direction bit.
After the output stage has been deactivated, the throttle is brought into emergency air position by means of two springs.

Thursday, March 24, 2011

Turbo LCD Gauge/Instrument Cluster Upgrade Walkthrough for Cayenne/S

This is what you will need as the following: Porsche Panel wedge tool, Screw Driver w/ T-20 bit and Flat head bit, Turbo Instrument Cluster.
Ok with that cleared away, here is the first step. Remove the black plastic gauge cover above the gauges. Use the wedge tool or , in this case I used my fingers! (don't use the fingers, i highly recomend not to , it hurts hahahah). Remember, you will need to apply gentle but enough pressure to detach the tabs off from the top cover of the dash that is over the cluster.

911 Carrera 4 Replacing Switch on Transmission for Reverse Lights / Back-Up Lights

Procedure: 1. If you are working under your pickup or SUV (and the wheels are still on) and the jack breaks or your stands slip, at least there is enough space for your body under that vehicle when it comes crashing down. Under your Porsche, there is no room for you unless you are only 3.6 inches thick. If the jack fails or the stands slip and the car falls, you will

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Complementing the 987C Boxster S with the 987A Cayman S Front and Rear Bumper Covers

Why change the Boxster S Bumpers? You fall in love with a Porsche—and start improving, modifying, and changing it until it reflects who you are. It doesn’t matter what kind of perfection you’re chasing. Porsche geekdom is one religion with many denominations: club racing, driver’s education, autocrossing, rallying, touring, preservations, concours, and socialization. If you don’t change it and make it uniquely yours, then you’re not really a Porsche guy, just a temporary owner.

1994-2007 BMW Engines Crankcase Ventilation System Check

All current BMW engines (M42 (from 1/94), M44, M52, S52, M60, M62 and M73 engines) incorporate a pressure-controlled crankcase ventilation system. If oil consumption issues are being diagnosed, this information can be helpful. The crankcase ventilation systems use various crankcase ventilation valves depending on the engine type as shown in Figure 1 below.

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Boxster Convertible Top Canvas R & R DIY

Removal and Replacement of the Boxster convertible top. I never started out to remove and replace the convertible top on my 1998 Boxster but I always believe in researching and understanding a repair prior to getting quotes on it. My Boxster is my seventh Porsche always buying them used and it co-resides next to my “retro” Boxster, a 1971 914. The

Porsche Boxster S Unichip PnP Installation Instructions

Installation Procedures
Notes: (1) When the battery is disconnected, the doors, hood, and trunk lock. Although you can manually unlock the doors with the key, you will not be able to open the front hood if you close it after disconnecting the battery. To preclude a problem, open the car’s windows and securely prop open the hood before disconnecting the battery.

Monday, March 21, 2011

2007 Porsche Boxster S Removing Cover for Dashboard

Removing cover for center dashboard (defroster trim)
Installation Location: 1. Insert plastic wedge under dashboard cover (defroster trim) center -1- and lever out in upward direction - 2. Disconnect plug connection for sun sensor.

Brief guide to the SAAB 9000

SAAB management first began thinking about the design for an entirely new car in the 1970s but the same financial constraints that precluded development of a new engine delayed any serious design work. Of course, SAAB were not the only manufacturers concerned about the enormous costs associated with the design and introduction of new models and eventually this resulted in a quadripartite alliance of makers in a venture that became known as the Type 4 project.

Sunday, March 20, 2011

2005-2008 Ford Mustang GT X-Pipe Installation

This Borla Performance X-Pipe (Part number 60092) has been designed for the 2005-2008 Ford Mustang GT equipped with a 4.6L V8 engine and automatic or manual transmissions.

Ford Racing offers 2010 Mustang Competition Kits

The 2008 Cobra Jet has lit up the drag racing world, appearing on magazine covers and at drag strips across the country. Already all 2010 Cobra Jet's are spoken for, but the demand for a racer-friendly Competition Kit has been high.

Saturday, March 19, 2011

2005-2008 Ford Mustang GT Edelbrock Axle-Back Exhaust Systems

DISASSEMBLY: 1. Raise rear of vehicle on flat stable surface and support using jackstands. 2. Use penetrating oil on OE clamps that hold mufflers to overaxle pipe. Loosen clamps, remove the stock muffler isolator brackets from frame and remove the stock muffler from vehicle.

2005-2008 Ford Mustang Edelbrock Coupe Sub-Frame Connector

Designed to fit 2005-2008 Ford Mustang Coupe, Edelbrock sub-frame connectors are stronger and more effective due to (1) Large welded surface area, (2) connects rear suspension connection point to engine cradle and front K-member, (3) ground clearance is minimally affected.

Toyota Torque Converter Operations and Diagnosis

TORQUE CONVERTER BASICS (Using a 2003 Camry/Solara as our example)
Mounted on the input side of the transmission, the torque converter is connected to a drive plate (or flex plate) that is connected to the rear of the crankshaft. The torque converter (which is filled with automatic transmission fluid) multiplies

1999 Toyota Rav4 Front Suspension Installation

Vehicles are equipped with front wheel drive and independent MacPherson strut (shock absorber) front suspension. RAV4 can also be equipped with all wheel drive. Suspension consists of vertically mounted strut assemblies, control arms, and stabilizer bar. Shock absorbers are mounted between inner fender and steering knuckle. Tie rod ends connect rack and

Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Nissan 300ZX HKS Twin Power Ignition Amplifier Installation Guide

Most will say that the stock ignition system of the 300zx is sufficient unless you are running extreme levels of boost.
However there are others that say that they get increased throttle response and a slight performance gain from this modification.

1996-1999 Nissan Pathfinder (R50) Automatic to Manual Transmission Conversion Manual

This manual will, in detail, give the information you will need to convert a 4x4 1996-1999 Nissan Pathfinder from an automatic transmission to a manual transmission. Having a manual transmission in your Pathfinder gives you more control, lower gears, and more power than you would have with an automatic. Other benefits include better gas mileage, lower maintenance cost and reduced electronic dependence.

Nissan Skyline R34 GTS VX Plug-In Installation and Configuration Manual

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Vi-PEC Engine Management Systems are designed with the final result in mind. Not only do they boast an impressive range of performance features, but are designed with a focus on safety, reliability and drive-ability. However, the ultimate success of your engine management upgrade is determined by how well the system is installed and tuned.

Nissan Titan King Cab Vehicle Specific Subwoofer Enclosure

The enclosure mounts under rear seat firing down, in Nissan Titan King/Crew Cab trucks.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION: Powered Screwdriver 6" Bit Holder Extension Socket Wrench
INSTALLATION: Follow the steps below
1. Slide front seats to full forward position. This will give you more room to work with.

Engine Torque Link Installation Procedure

1) Remove front engine mount upper bolt with 14mm socket. The front engine mount is located on the timing cover side of the engine also known as the front of the engine.
2) Install the small torque link bracket as shown in picture. Use supplied M10 bolt and tighten to finger tight. A 13mm wrench or socket is used for this bolt. Do not torque down this bolt just yet.

Datsun 2407 12V EtectroittC Ignition Distributor Installation Instructions

If you choose to not follow these detailed instructions, at a minimum, don't overlook the following; items:
1. Set the timing to the new spec, which may be different from the original spec, (new spec; is 18 degrees BTDC at 650 rpm)
2 Install a 12 volt electronic ignition coil
3. Change the spark plug gap to the new spec (0.039"-0,043"),
4. Bypass or remove the ballast resistor from the ignition circuit

Thursday, March 3, 2011

A Model for Brake Testing on a Combustion Engine Powered Test Rig

Brakes are very important components on a car, because they help controlling the vehicle’s speed. Especially on fast racing cars, they need to be of high quality. The car’s kinetic energy is converted into thermal energy in the brakes. This energy conversion is realized by friction due to activation of the brakes. The brake pads are pressed onto the brake disc causing friction.

Turbo Timer R907 Installation & Operation Manual

Wiring Diagram
Connect black wire of Turbo Timer to vehicle body for grounding. Connect blue wire of Turbo Timer to connector ends to detect correct connection end, switch between OFF-ACC-ON at the mean time.

JWT Nissan Single Fogger Nitrous Oxide System Installation Instructions

This SYSTEM CONSISTS OF A CONVENTIONAL solenoid operated nitrous oxide spray nozzle. However the supplemental fuel is not added by a separate fuel spray nozzle, as with most conventional N2O systems. Older conventional systems sprayed supplemental fuel through the intake manifold along with the nitrous oxide, requiring the addition of a extra solenoid, line and fuel source. Most fuel injected engines have intake runners that are designed to run "dry" and will not

1993-2002 Nissan Pathfinder Road Companion

The Pathfinder was first launched in 1987 as a derivative of Nissan’s pickup truck line. Available initially as a two-door, it was joined by a four-door version in 1990, which has been the sole body style since 1991. The original Pathfinder changed very little on the outside during its life, but was treated to a new dash and interior design in 1994. Whereas the first-generation Pathfinder was a body-on-frame design, the all-new 1996 Pathfinder featured unibody construction. In

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Nissan Patrol Diesel System Case Study

A BDS Unit is a solid state device that produces a specific engineered frequency that can change the structure of diesel fuel to produce more complete combustion of the fuel. This nanotechnology is a completely new approach to fuel management. The transfer of the engineered frequency from the BDS to the fuel line begins to produce fuel and emissions

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