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From: EveryWhere & yet... NoWhere
Originally Posted by ZU L8R
nope, 5at here. Just a VB upgrade. Any word about your block yet?
Nope, they are just finishing getting the engine prepped for shipping to GT.
I explained I am fresh out of money for a while (money tree has died, gonna have to go find a new one) So, there is no rush to get anything done as I have no money to pay for it right now.
I have put too much into this car this last year, I simply can not afford anymore right now.
Originally Posted by bleufiend
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1. Are you sure thats not the throwout/pilot bearing being uber noisy since there cold? Mine makes the "stone grinding" sound quite loudly in the morning every time I start it.
2. The buzzing noise, Possibly check your power steering fluid, if not that then take a long screwdriver and while the engine is running apply the tip to the suspect component and place your ear on the end of the screwdriver. Obviously dont put the tip on something or somewhere that it could be pulled or snapped on by a moving component.
Yes I know some of you are looking at me like wtf, are you serious, but yes, that method works quite well and can help decipher what is making the noise.
That and if youve ever wanted to hear what your engine sounds like up close, put it on your injector, youll hear it pulsing, valve cover, youll hear your valves opening and closing, front cover of engine, youll hear the timing chain whirring around.
Nosurf if you still cant figure out what it is Ill take a look at it Ill just have to find time, or better yet let me know when you have time and Ill fit my schedule to yours.
1. Are you sure thats not the throwout/pilot bearing being uber noisy since there cold? Mine makes the "stone grinding" sound quite loudly in the morning every time I start it.
2. The buzzing noise, Possibly check your power steering fluid, if not that then take a long screwdriver and while the engine is running apply the tip to the suspect component and place your ear on the end of the screwdriver. Obviously dont put the tip on something or somewhere that it could be pulled or snapped on by a moving component.
Yes I know some of you are looking at me like wtf, are you serious, but yes, that method works quite well and can help decipher what is making the noise.
That and if youve ever wanted to hear what your engine sounds like up close, put it on your injector, youll hear it pulsing, valve cover, youll hear your valves opening and closing, front cover of engine, youll hear the timing chain whirring around.
Nosurf if you still cant figure out what it is Ill take a look at it Ill just have to find time, or better yet let me know when you have time and Ill fit my schedule to yours.
The tranny issue, I dont know it doesnt make any grinding noises, it just wirr's not really high pitched and only does it for a few minutes. going wirrr WIrrrrrr wIIRrrrrrrr ahhhh....... wirrrr.
my schedule is way open except for thursday, I can meet up with you any time after 10am and before 5:30. I have class at night. Fri - sun I am wide open. The meet is this weekend? If so I will be there, the wirr'ing wont be happening though.
Last edited by nosurf2day; Nov 14, 2006 at 07:59 PM.
Originally Posted by BamBam
I keep forgetting you got an auto. I am sure your VBB upgrade will definitely give you some better times and a stronger ride
Nope, they are just finishing getting the engine prepped for shipping to GT.
I explained I am fresh out of money for a while (money tree has died, gonna have to go find a new one) So, there is no rush to get anything done as I have no money to pay for it right now.
I have put too much into this car this last year, I simply can not afford anymore right now.
Nope, they are just finishing getting the engine prepped for shipping to GT.
I explained I am fresh out of money for a while (money tree has died, gonna have to go find a new one) So, there is no rush to get anything done as I have no money to pay for it right now.
I have put too much into this car this last year, I simply can not afford anymore right now.
.....FYI guys there is a Supra show in TPA sat. afternoon if anyone wants to check it out....I'll post up time and location later.
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Originally Posted by Lakelandkev
Hey Bam-Bam hope its ready for The Run, brother. So doin the Lotus for right now???? .....FYI guys there is a Supra show in TPA sat. afternoon if anyone wants to check it out....I'll post up time and location later.
.....FYI guys there is a Supra show in TPA sat. afternoon if anyone wants to check it out....I'll post up time and location later.SO, time to have all the fluids, brakes, bolts, steering and wheels checked... normal stuff like that.
As for the Z, I am not going to see the car for another couple of months now. Can't afford to have the engine fixed until the new year most likely..
But hey, hit me up if you want to grab a few drinks during the week.
--B
Originally Posted by BamBam
Nah, the Lotus is home getting her regular checkup. I have already put over 8,500 miles on her (2 AKA Rallies, 1 Auto-x, 6 runs on the 1/4, 2 days at Summit point & a lot of weekend trips) in about 4 months... That's a good amount of miles for this type of car.
SO, time to have all the fluids, brakes, bolts, steering and wheels checked... normal stuff like that.
As for the Z, I am not going to see the car for another couple of months now. Can't afford to have the engine fixed until the new year most likely..
But hey, hit me up if you want to grab a few drinks during the week.
--B
SO, time to have all the fluids, brakes, bolts, steering and wheels checked... normal stuff like that.
As for the Z, I am not going to see the car for another couple of months now. Can't afford to have the engine fixed until the new year most likely..
But hey, hit me up if you want to grab a few drinks during the week.
--B
need wheels
Does anybody local (orlando area) have any tires/wheels for sale. I had a blowout two nights ago and am using this "opportunity" to try to find a better set of wheels... but just tires would be better on the wallet. Thanks guys (and gals).
Originally Posted by Harry R
What's up guys moving day is just about done. As soon as i finish moving it will be back to fun with the team.
Thanks
Thanks
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Ok guys got the scoop on a Supra meet this weekend it starts at 8:30-9 am at Coastal Dyno addy is 7228 Causway blvd. Tampa,FL. 33619(# is 813-849-2423)..Got 2 350's and 1 Supra leavin in the mornin from polk county(I-Fur) to the shop. Might have more TPA guys from 350z club of FL goin to not sure yet. And Sunday mornin the Supra guys are going to Bradenton Drag Strip to run also(goin for that too)....If anyone is intrested in goin post up and we will wait and meet up.....ahhhh turbos and exhaust...gota luv it!!!
Originally Posted by bleufiend
Based on your mileage, Ill go ahead and feel comfy ruling out a/c clutch overheating. The accesory belt would only be slipping if you have underdriven pulleys on it and have not tightened the belts up, if you dont and the belts are old, then you may need to replace them.
Unless youve spilled engine oil on your exhaust or modified something on the engine to do with the oil system I dont see how thats happening.
Also that gerbil wouldnt be stuck in the exhaust heat shield, if anything theres a hamster hanging out in your fan blade housing.
Unless youve spilled engine oil on your exhaust or modified something on the engine to do with the oil system I dont see how thats happening.
Also that gerbil wouldnt be stuck in the exhaust heat shield, if anything theres a hamster hanging out in your fan blade housing.
I have not modded anything in there in besides the air intake, strut bar and plenum polished, nothing to cause that smell all of a sudden.
I thought about my belts but they seem ok in wear N tare
If I did not get rid of ALL my stock parts I'd get a G35 slap some wheels and be done with it.
The Z is starting to **** me off with one small thing after another, after another.
Originally Posted by manny007
I have not modded anything in there in besides the air intake, strut bar and plenum polished, nothing to cause that smell all of a sudden.
I thought about my belts but they seem ok in wear N tare
If I did not get rid of ALL my stock parts I'd get a G35 slap some wheels and be done with it.
The Z is starting to **** me off with one small thing after another, after another.
I thought about my belts but they seem ok in wear N tare
If I did not get rid of ALL my stock parts I'd get a G35 slap some wheels and be done with it.
The Z is starting to **** me off with one small thing after another, after another.
Buy my STI ...........................jk
Originally Posted by ZU L8R
I can do it but my car is on my ramps right now. Tranny part doesn't come back till Tues. So I wouldn't be able to do it until late next week.
Thinking about going to the track with a coworker who has a Cadillac CTS-V. The thing is fasst for a sedan. 400hp (to the crank) stock, plus he modified it, he thinks it's at 430.
Jeremy says he's going this Friday. But I'll still be in Boston on business!
Last edited by ZLadie2000; Nov 15, 2006 at 05:17 PM.
Originally Posted by Zexy
Uhhh why was this taken off the sticky thread?
Originally Posted by manny007
I have not modded anything in there in besides the air intake, strut bar and plenum polished, nothing to cause that smell all of a sudden.
I thought about my belts but they seem ok in wear N tare
If I did not get rid of ALL my stock parts I'd get a G35 slap some wheels and be done with it.
The Z is starting to **** me off with one small thing after another, after another.
I thought about my belts but they seem ok in wear N tare
If I did not get rid of ALL my stock parts I'd get a G35 slap some wheels and be done with it.
The Z is starting to **** me off with one small thing after another, after another.
