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Forum: Wheels/Tires
09-17-2015, 07:18 PM
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Posted By RIPTIDER

FS 350Z Touring Wheels 18x8 +30 Ofsett

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03-22-2015, 08:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,406
Posted By RIPTIDER

Clock Spring

I have a question about aligning the clock spring when you remove the steering wheel. I have replaced the leather wrapped steering wheel with a base model steering wheel and am questioning why it is...
03-02-2015, 07:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,763
Posted By RIPTIDER

I have been using TCW3, for a month now, and the...

I have been using TCW3, for a month now, and the O2s on both banks work fine oscillating from ~.9-.1 volts.

Initially, after I had used a Y-type vacuum connector before the EGRC solenoid to...
03-01-2015, 06:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,763
Posted By RIPTIDER

One other thing I noticed, is that on occasion,...

One other thing I noticed, is that on occasion, when I start the car it will be in open loop, and after 30 seconds or so, it will go into closed loop for a couple of seconds then, switch back into...
03-01-2015, 07:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,763
Posted By RIPTIDER

Car runnling lean-Open loop idle issues

Short term fuel trims on both banks read around 5% but the Long term fuel trims read 19 and the other 21% with no check engine light.

I can’t seem to figure out if it’s a fuel delivery...
02-11-2015, 02:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,369
Posted By RIPTIDER

Used a Y connection from the vacuumn gallery to...

Used a Y connection from the vacuumn gallery to EGRC solenoid, then another Y connection at the EGR-BPT going to the EGR and now the EGR lifts and passes the NO test on the emissions! Unfortunately,...
02-05-2015, 07:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,369
Posted By RIPTIDER

SupaMaxima, how is the troubleshooting going? ...

SupaMaxima, how is the troubleshooting going?

I failed the emissions again.

When I disconnected the T-connection, I mistakenly attached an extra one way valve from the right side throttle body...
01-27-2015, 07:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,369
Posted By RIPTIDER

The car was at operating temps. The only thing...

The car was at operating temps. The only thing different I did was, when I didn't feel any vacuum, I disconnected the t-connection coming from the throttle to the EGR or solenoid. The previous...
01-27-2015, 06:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,369
Posted By RIPTIDER

As per The Wizard's reply in previous thread: ...

As per The Wizard's reply in previous thread:


My readings aren't even close compared to yours, so these tricks should do it. I was thinking to do the same, if I came as close to passing, as...
01-25-2015, 10:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,369
Posted By RIPTIDER

I have a similar problem as you. I failed the Nox...

I have a similar problem as you. I failed the Nox emissions by 3 times the limit. Tested the EGR, and the diaphragm was working and holding vacuumn. Also, tested the EGRC solenoid harness for power,...
01-15-2015, 08:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 840
Posted By RIPTIDER

3rd Time Changing Rear Valve Cover

First time used RTV on specified corners, and after replacing manifold cover, I decide to replace the PCV. I start to pull , the PCV cracks, and the bottom half drops into the rear valve cover!
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12-30-2014, 08:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 564
Posted By RIPTIDER

I will definitely be going to the JY to pick one...

I will definitely be going to the JY to pick one up soon and try to see if I can get find a complete 00vi setup. But, I only need a USIM to pass emissions and put back together my car. Dreading to...
12-30-2014, 08:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 564
Posted By RIPTIDER

^^ Most definitely the rod is broken. When I...

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Most definitely the rod is broken. When I rotate the rod, all 5 rotate except the last one on the passenger side. I'm wondering if it has failed all this time or did it happen when I was leaning...
12-29-2014, 03:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 564
Posted By RIPTIDER

So one of the butterfly plates was just loose...

So one of the butterfly plates was just loose rattling in the manifold. Now I'm wondering how long it has been like this and where did the 2 screws go? I'm afraid that somehow it could have broken...
12-29-2014, 11:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 564
Posted By RIPTIDER

MEVI-Rod broken

So I decided to replace the intake manifold gaskets because they are leaking. As so as I pull off the intake plenum, I hear rattling. I look into the vi and see that one of the butterfly valves is...
12-21-2014, 02:34 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,787
Posted By RIPTIDER

Just came back from emissions and...fail! ...

Just came back from emissions and...fail!


15 mph


HC 160 fail
CO .46 failed by .01!
NO 2893!!!
12-18-2014, 09:31 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,787
Posted By RIPTIDER

It use to have intermittent problems with just...

It use to have intermittent problems with just completely stopping but have not had that happen in a couple months now. I don't know how to solder. I tried on a jy odometer but failed badly. I even...
12-18-2014, 07:49 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,787
Posted By RIPTIDER

Changed charcoal canister to new OEM, changed...

Changed charcoal canister to new OEM, changed volume control valve attached to manifold because previous one read 39 ohms, new one reads ~29, changed vent valve and decided not to keep the hacked...
12-15-2014, 06:38 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,787
Posted By RIPTIDER

OK, I have taken out the charcoal canister and...

OK, I have taken out the charcoal canister and found that charcoal bits are pouring out of the purge outlet like a cereal box. I heard it's not suppose to leak out anything. The only area that leaks...
12-10-2014, 02:41 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,787
Posted By RIPTIDER

I figure it could be the vent valve that I wd40...

I figure it could be the vent valve that I wd40 is not fully operational again or is operational intermittently. I picked up a vent valve at the JY but came home to find that it was for a newer max...
12-10-2014, 01:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,787
Posted By RIPTIDER

I drove the car 2 cycles with no CEL and go to...

I drove the car 2 cycles with no CEL and go to scan it hoping for the monitors to be set. They are not, and now I have 2 codes…P0440 Evap emission system and P0446 Evap vent control circuit with no...
12-10-2014, 06:18 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,787
Posted By RIPTIDER

Just checked the lines again and found that the...

Just checked the lines again and found that the hose going to the power valve actuator for the intake manifold was disconnected. Must have happened when I was disconnecting/reconnecting the hoses...
12-09-2014, 05:10 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,787
Posted By RIPTIDER

Well, I changed the EVAP volume valve, vent...

Well, I changed the EVAP volume valve, vent control valve and replaced all the hoses except the ones for the EGR. I tightened all the screws on the back of the speedometer reset the ECU and after 2...
12-05-2014, 06:36 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,787
Posted By RIPTIDER

The emissions guy told me that he can't do the...

The emissions guy told me that he can't do the sniffer test on my tailpipe and that he has to read it directly from my car.


What about that proposed driving scheme to set the monitors to ready?...
12-04-2014, 03:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,787
Posted By RIPTIDER

After I get this Valve assembly source and...

After I get this Valve assembly source and installed, I will find out for myself I guess.
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