The Official SoCal Chat Thread - Page 243

Davis · 03-26-2009, 02:22 AM

I know right? When I did my strut cartridges, I was like wait what..and double checked and holy crap really? that much?

xltinlx · 03-26-2009, 02:28 AM

Mixxer my man, I love you for finding that exhaust.. lol

its a deal.. we're doing the trade +cash.

masagsxr · 03-26-2009, 02:32 AM

Awesome Tin... Congratulations buddy... Now get down there and take your stock exhaust off. The other one will pretty much bolt right on. Hope you have some tools. You'll need extension to take the downpipe off so you can have a good leverage loosening the nut.

xltinlx · 03-26-2009, 02:34 AM

hm.. lets see what i can do with it tomorrow.. haha

deucegirl03 · 03-26-2009, 12:38 PM

just caught up peeps...

Davis in regards to EGR, these are my reasons for removing it: i hate engine bay clutter, it dilutes the incoming air/fuel mix (i know not during WOT but i hate the motor being inhibited in any way), the valve is old and corroded and will prob start going out on me soon anyway, and last but not least, because its OBD1 thus because i can

In regards to spark plugs, there are many diff theories. i personally always stick with OEM when u are running stock, just because the plug the factory recommends is based upon the initial design of the motor (compression ratio etc) . when you start playing with stuff and you start increasing the heat produced in the combustion chamber you risk detonation/pre ignition/spark knock. i found this awesome link about it. check it out:
Detonation and Pre-Ignition

Christian , in regards to your suspension, i was a Tire Specialist for a season and you would be surprised how much your car will shake from the tires not being balanced. because your car shakes more as you increase in speed, it sounds to me like your tires just need to be balanced. also i don't know what you have done to your suspension but you could also need new bushings and/or tie rods. if your alignment is outta whack (spec. your toe) and you haven't messed with the suspension then you def wanna look into your tie rods. just my two cents, not claiming to be an expert or anything like that.

Mark_Dorman · 03-26-2009, 12:39 PM

HEY ALL!!!

Watch out for CHP on the freeways!!! They are out in force today. Saw 6 cars pulled over over a course of 10 miles and 3 additional CHP cars chillin...

Davis · 03-26-2009, 12:47 PM

Welcome to Texas Mr2 GO NOW!

We shall make a SoCal chat thread there too in the future after we are regulars on there.

I'm getting my car smogged today guys! Wish me luck, I'm not sure she'll pass.

But hopefully that new o2 sensor helps. If she passes....time to advance the timing!

deucegirl03 · 03-26-2009, 12:49 PM

yeah later tonight when i am done handling my biz i am gonna go on that forum and sign up, or else Frankie will be sad and that is no bueno.
first i have to run some errands, weld, and work on my car. ah days off are awesome!

hey guys i think i know what the prob is with her, but before i say anything i am gonna check it out first...will let you all know as soon as i do!

masagsxr · 03-26-2009, 12:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by deucegirl03

In regards to spark plugs, there are many diff theories. i personally always stick with OEM when u are running stock, just because the plug the factory recommends is based upon the initial design of the motor (compression ratio etc) . when you start playing with stuff and you start increasing the heat produced in the combustion chamber you risk detonation/pre ignition/spark knock. i found this awesome link about it. check it out:
Detonation and Pre-Ignition

You increase the heat even when running colder plugs? I've always wanted to run colder plugs but I have yet to try it. I think it would be good for autox or track days since the car is pedal to the metal most of the time. I'd definitely try colder plugs than hotter plugs to see how/what difference it makes. When my friend told me about it he says its good because it cools faster but didn't get much into details.

Thanks Dorman... I guess its a good thing I let my brother drive today

masagsxr · 03-26-2009, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Davis

Welcome to Texas Mr2 GO NOW!

We shall make a SoCal chat thread there too in the future after we are regulars on there.

I'm getting my car smogged today guys! Wish me luck, I'm not sure she'll pass.

But hopefully that new o2 sensor helps. If she passes....time to advance the timing!

Drive the car for a while.. Hit the freeway make sure the cat is hot. Do not turn it off when you get to the smog station.

Davis · 03-26-2009, 12:55 PM

Actually in AutoX most of the time your playing with the gas pedal, there are little bit of straights. If there was a straight it'll turn into a slalom.

Yeah that's what I'm planning to do, hopefully it all works out!

masagsxr · 03-26-2009, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Davis

Actually in AutoX most of the time your playing with the gas pedal, there are little bit of straights. If there was a straight it'll turn into a slalom.

Yeah that's what I'm planning to do, hopefully it all works out!

You still put a lot of load on the engine and having high RPMs.

deucegirl03 · 03-26-2009, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by masagsxr

You increase the heat even when running colder plugs? I've always wanted to run colder plugs but I have yet to try it. I think it would be good for autox or track days since the car is pedal to the metal most of the time. I'd definitely try colder plugs than hotter plugs to see how/what difference it makes. When my friend told me about it he says its good because it cools faster but didn't get much into details.

Thanks Dorman... I guess its a good thing I let my brother drive today

no no you run a colder plug when you increase the heat. if you dont that is when you run the risk of detonation. i like to stick with oem when stock because otherwise you may misfire as the motor isnt designed for that heat range plug. after reading this article i may have to run colder plugs in the 2 after pulling the EGR off as it does cool down the combustion chamber temps when it is working. i am not sure i will have to look into it a lil more.

okay i am really signing off now! see you all later tonight...

Mark_Dorman · 03-26-2009, 01:11 PM

Guess who's going to the big honda meet...

Surprise surprise...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shadow.

imma go out.

masagsxr · 03-26-2009, 01:28 PM

hhmmmmm...... oh well.....

Davis · 03-26-2009, 02:08 PM

Haha I'm just talking about your pedal to the metal comment.

I've redlined my car many times out there.

I passed!

masagsxr · 03-26-2009, 02:20 PM

Sweet!!!! ok now just loosen the distributor adjustment holder and turn it clockwise about 1/8th inch. That should be around between 15-20degrees

Davis · 03-26-2009, 02:21 PM

EDIT:

I think I might adjust my timing at school. I'll just tell my teacher that my timing is off or something

masagsxr · 03-26-2009, 02:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Davis

EDIT:

I think I might adjust my timing at school. I'll just tell my teacher that my timing is off or something

Or just adjust it anyway. Why do you need him for? Just borrow the tool and do it....

Davis · 03-26-2009, 02:42 PM

Oh I can't do that Mixxer! I'm not as ruthless as you!

Well I have to sign some stuff in order to work on my car at school. Oh wait I can't do it today... The nightmare Ford Exploder is back!! with a huge oil leak, so we're tearing the engine down again.. Round 2...

03-26-2009, 02:34 AM	#4844 (permalink)
xltinlx No Skills AT ALL Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Anaheim Posts: 456 Thanks: 3 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	hm.. lets see what i can do with it tomorrow.. haha Last edited by xltinlx; 03-26-2009 at 02:58 AM..

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Davis Radical Dreamer Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Long Beach, California Posts: 4,536 Thanks: 85 Thanked 125 Times in 113 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (7/100% )	EDIT: I think I might adjust my timing at school. I'll just tell my teacher that my timing is off or something Last edited by Davis; 03-26-2009 at 02:31 PM..

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03-26-2009, 02:22 AM	#4841 (permalink)
Davis Radical Dreamer Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Long Beach, California Posts: 4,536 Thanks: 85 Thanked 125 Times in 113 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (7/100% )	I know right? When I did my strut cartridges, I was like wait what..and double checked and holy crap really? that much?

03-26-2009, 02:28 AM	#4842 (permalink)
xltinlx No Skills AT ALL Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Anaheim Posts: 456 Thanks: 3 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	Mixxer my man, I love you for finding that exhaust.. lol its a deal.. we're doing the trade +cash.

03-26-2009, 02:32 AM	#4843 (permalink)
masagsxr Cage Fighter Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Norwalk, CA Posts: 3,534 Thanks: 1 Thanked 81 Times in 81 Posts iTrader Rating: (1/100% )	Awesome Tin... Congratulations buddy... Now get down there and take your stock exhaust off. The other one will pretty much bolt right on. Hope you have some tools. You'll need extension to take the downpipe off so you can have a good leverage loosening the nut.

03-26-2009, 12:38 PM	#4845 (permalink)
deucegirl03 Gearhead son! Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Canyon Country, CA Posts: 723 Thanks: 35 Thanked 16 Times in 15 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (3/100% )	just caught up peeps... Davis in regards to EGR, these are my reasons for removing it: i hate engine bay clutter, it dilutes the incoming air/fuel mix (i know not during WOT but i hate the motor being inhibited in any way), the valve is old and corroded and will prob start going out on me soon anyway, and last but not least, because its OBD1 thus because i can In regards to spark plugs, there are many diff theories. i personally always stick with OEM when u are running stock, just because the plug the factory recommends is based upon the initial design of the motor (compression ratio etc) . when you start playing with stuff and you start increasing the heat produced in the combustion chamber you risk detonation/pre ignition/spark knock. i found this awesome link about it. check it out: Detonation and Pre-Ignition Christian , in regards to your suspension, i was a Tire Specialist for a season and you would be surprised how much your car will shake from the tires not being balanced. because your car shakes more as you increase in speed, it sounds to me like your tires just need to be balanced. also i don't know what you have done to your suspension but you could also need new bushings and/or tie rods. if your alignment is outta whack (spec. your toe) and you haven't messed with the suspension then you def wanna look into your tie rods. just my two cents, not claiming to be an expert or anything like that.

03-26-2009, 12:39 PM	#4846 (permalink)
Mark_Dorman So long MR2's... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Pasadena, CA Posts: 4,666 Thanks: 97 Thanked 86 Times in 82 Posts Blog Entries: 1 iTrader Rating: (26/100% )	HEY ALL!!! Watch out for CHP on the freeways!!! They are out in force today. Saw 6 cars pulled over over a course of 10 miles and 3 additional CHP cars chillin...

03-26-2009, 12:47 PM	#4847 (permalink)
Davis Radical Dreamer Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Long Beach, California Posts: 4,536 Thanks: 85 Thanked 125 Times in 113 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (7/100% )	Welcome to Texas Mr2 GO NOW! We shall make a SoCal chat thread there too in the future after we are regulars on there. I'm getting my car smogged today guys! Wish me luck, I'm not sure she'll pass. But hopefully that new o2 sensor helps. If she passes....time to advance the timing!

03-26-2009, 12:49 PM	#4848 (permalink)
deucegirl03 Gearhead son! Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Canyon Country, CA Posts: 723 Thanks: 35 Thanked 16 Times in 15 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (3/100% )	yeah later tonight when i am done handling my biz i am gonna go on that forum and sign up, or else Frankie will be sad and that is no bueno. first i have to run some errands, weld, and work on my car. ah days off are awesome! hey guys i think i know what the prob is with her, but before i say anything i am gonna check it out first...will let you all know as soon as i do!

03-26-2009, 12:55 PM	#4851 (permalink)
Davis Radical Dreamer Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Long Beach, California Posts: 4,536 Thanks: 85 Thanked 125 Times in 113 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (7/100% )	Actually in AutoX most of the time your playing with the gas pedal, there are little bit of straights. If there was a straight it'll turn into a slalom. Yeah that's what I'm planning to do, hopefully it all works out!

03-26-2009, 01:28 PM	#4855 (permalink)
masagsxr Cage Fighter Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Norwalk, CA Posts: 3,534 Thanks: 1 Thanked 81 Times in 81 Posts iTrader Rating: (1/100% )	hhmmmmm...... oh well.....

03-26-2009, 02:08 PM	#4856 (permalink)
Davis Radical Dreamer Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Long Beach, California Posts: 4,536 Thanks: 85 Thanked 125 Times in 113 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (7/100% )	Haha I'm just talking about your pedal to the metal comment. I've redlined my car many times out there. I passed!

03-26-2009, 02:20 PM	#4857 (permalink)
masagsxr Cage Fighter Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Norwalk, CA Posts: 3,534 Thanks: 1 Thanked 81 Times in 81 Posts iTrader Rating: (1/100% )	Sweet!!!! ok now just loosen the distributor adjustment holder and turn it clockwise about 1/8th inch. That should be around between 15-20degrees

03-26-2009, 02:42 PM	#4860 (permalink)
Davis Radical Dreamer Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Long Beach, California Posts: 4,536 Thanks: 85 Thanked 125 Times in 113 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (7/100% )	Oh I can't do that Mixxer! I'm not as ruthless as you! Well I have to sign some stuff in order to work on my car at school. Oh wait I can't do it today... The nightmare Ford Exploder is back!! with a huge oil leak, so we're tearing the engine down again.. Round 2...