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by Lucient
Mon Jul 04, 2011 10:08 am
Forum: KA-T Tech. Basic
Topic: Driveability problem fixed
Replies: 0
Views: 706

Driveability problem fixed

So the check engine light came on in my 95 S14 and my gas mielage dropped to like 18mpg and I had idle issues. Datascan showed code 76 and I followed the procedure listed in the FSM. Problem was the connector to my O2 sensor was cracked and the shielding wire was touching the O2 sensor wire. It was ...
by Lucient
Sun Feb 13, 2011 12:07 pm
Forum: KA-T Tech. Advanced
Topic: Helicoil Idler shaft bolt in head?
Replies: 13
Views: 6336

Jus14 wrote:Ive had to actually do it before and its still running i used a but longer bolt but no problems even on boost
My head came from them too and Im sure I didnt torque it down too tight but it still stripped.
by Lucient
Sat Feb 12, 2011 10:18 pm
Forum: KA-T Tech. Advanced
Topic: Helicoil Idler shaft bolt in head?
Replies: 13
Views: 6336

I stripped the same bolt and ordered a longer one from Mcmaster carr. The longer bolt had to be trimmed slightly but it worked perfect. Much cheaper than taking it to a machine shop or doing the helicoil
by Lucient
Tue Feb 01, 2011 1:10 pm
Forum: Welding/Fabrication
Topic: Wire feed for manifold?
Replies: 13
Views: 5144

You can use it but it will require a little more skill. When you fit up the schedule 40 fittings you will need to leave a gap between the fittings to ensure penetration. I would recommend a 3/32" gap and you will have to move fairly quickly. I would practice with some pieces first. Also its rea...
by Lucient
Wed Aug 11, 2010 5:05 pm
Forum: KA-T Tech. Basic
Topic: idiot-proof radiator bleeding/overheating diagnosis
Replies: 29
Views: 4914

I had a similar problem with my s14 and the problem ended up being the radiator. It was clogged and had a lot of buildup on the inside. The wa I found out was put my hand behind the electric fan and most of the air was warm but there was one hot spot on the bottom. I replaced the radiator and its be...
by Lucient
Thu Aug 05, 2010 1:48 pm
Forum: KA-T Tech. Basic
Topic: AC Compessor noise.
Replies: 6
Views: 1333

I don't know how much you know about a/c compressors, so I'm going to be as thorough as possible. Start your car up and leave the a/c off. Go look at your a/c compressor and you will see that the pulley is spinning, but the pressure plate on front of the compressor is not. When you cut the a/c on 1...
by Lucient
Thu Aug 05, 2010 8:56 am
Forum: KA-T Tech. Basic
Topic: AC Compessor noise.
Replies: 6
Views: 1333

What is the stator coil? I cantfind a desrciption of that anywhere? Also could that explain the contiued whining noise after I shut th engine off?
by Lucient
Wed Aug 04, 2010 11:29 am
Forum: KA-T Tech. Basic
Topic: AC Compessor noise.
Replies: 6
Views: 1333

AC Compessor noise.

I replaced my engine a few months ago and now when I turn my Ac on it works fine but after it runs a while it start to mae a squealing noise at idle. The belt is tight and I have tried lubricating the clutch area with WD-40. It also continues to whine a few seconds after I turn the car off. Any idea...
by Lucient
Fri Jul 02, 2010 4:20 pm
Forum: Welding/Fabrication
Topic: Rear Big brake bracket.
Replies: 30
Views: 10158

Where did you get the bracket and how much was it? Also how much bigger are the MDX rotors?
by Lucient
Fri Jul 02, 2010 4:18 am
Forum: KA-T Tech. Basic
Topic: Oil pressure problem
Replies: 10
Views: 1942

What makes you say that? The FSM says anything above 11 at idle under no load is acceptable. At WOT its making upwards of 75psi.
by Lucient
Wed Jun 30, 2010 5:54 pm
Forum: KA-T Tech. Basic
Topic: Oil pressure problem
Replies: 10
Views: 1942

Figured it out guys. Thanks for the replies. It was the oil pressure regulator. I dropped the oil pan and replaced it. It was getting stuck. Getting the oil pan off wasnt as much of an ordeal as people make it out to be. I lifted it using a floor jack and I had the pan off in about an hour. Putting ...
by Lucient
Sun Jun 27, 2010 6:00 am
Forum: KA-T Tech. Basic
Topic: Oil pressure problem
Replies: 10
Views: 1942

Thanks for the replies guys. The engine was assembled by me. The blocked was bored and honed at a machine shop and the crank was polished and mic'd to check the clearances on the journals. I verified the clearances with plastigauge. I tried another filter and the same thing happens and I verified th...
by Lucient
Sat Jun 26, 2010 4:16 pm
Forum: KA-T Tech. Basic
Topic: Oil pressure problem
Replies: 10
Views: 1942

Oil pressure problem

I just fired up my rebuilt engine and it runs fine but after the engine warms up a while the oil light comes on while the engine is idling. Any suggestions as to what the problem is? The engine is a DOHC KA. any help would be greatly appreciated. Also I used castrol 10W30 oil. Engine was built with ...
by Lucient
Thu Jun 24, 2010 3:33 pm
Forum: KA-T Picture Threads
Topic: Pics of Ka-t installed in a datsun 240z
Replies: 54
Views: 43175

What fuel rail is that?
by Lucient
Tue Jun 15, 2010 8:19 am
Forum: KA-T Tech. Basic
Topic: Oil Pump drive collar
Replies: 1
Views: 681

Oil Pump drive collar

I am in the process of assembling my engine and the oil pump drive collar does not want to slide onto the crank very easily. Should I have to drive it on with a mallet or is something wrong with it?
by Lucient
Tue Jun 01, 2010 12:03 pm
Forum: KA-T Tech. Basic
Topic: Damaged piston ring
Replies: 3
Views: 1155

Ordered a new one today from Arias
by Lucient
Mon May 31, 2010 11:59 am
Forum: KA-T Tech. Basic
Topic: Damaged piston ring
Replies: 3
Views: 1155

Damaged piston ring

Long story short I damaged one of my bottom rings when installing my pistons. It was the bottom oil ring and its slightly bent as you can see in the picture below. It will still go on the piston and in the bore but I want to know if I should replace it. http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn131/kohan...
by Lucient
Sun Mar 14, 2010 2:26 pm
Forum: KA-T Chat
Topic: start of the KA-T build
Replies: 7
Views: 2123

Thats a damn good deal
by Lucient
Wed Mar 10, 2010 5:57 pm
Forum: Welding/Fabrication
Topic: Syncrowave 180 SD on Craigslist....
Replies: 29
Views: 9398

I bought my 180 a few months ago on craigslist but its the one with the digital display and I love it. I like the high duty cycle on it for making long welds at high amperage and I like to be able to stick weld with it. I paid about the same price for it. For people saying get the diversion you have...
by Lucient
Tue Mar 09, 2010 9:22 am
Forum: KA-T Tech. Advanced
Topic: RB25 trans on a KA "waking the dead"
Replies: 26
Views: 16167

Alonso wrote:I just purchased an rb26 bellhousing. When it comes in ill have a closer look at this...
Did you test fit the bellhousing yet?
by Lucient
Sat Mar 06, 2010 7:41 am
Forum: KA-T Tech. Basic
Topic: which wideband would work best
Replies: 9
Views: 1870

The AEM, and the LC1 bot work great. I wouldnt recommend the NGK unit though. I had it a while ago and the refresh rate was very slow so by the time the next number registered you had already moved another 800rpms.
by Lucient
Fri Mar 05, 2010 7:03 pm
Forum: KA-T Chat
Topic: 248 cam swap help
Replies: 27
Views: 5562

Not to sound like a douche but I researched the same thing a few months ago and here is the conclusion I came to: There may be 10 people that have done the swap and of those maybe 1 has a dyno comparison. Mostly what your gonna find is a lot of people quoting/misquoting what they heard/read. Im sure...
by Lucient
Mon Feb 01, 2010 7:08 pm
Forum: KA-T Tech. Basic
Topic: SARD 850CC'S?????
Replies: 15
Views: 3624

How well do they idle with the nistune and what kind of AFR's do you get idling? Also how is your gas mileage>
by Lucient
Mon Jan 25, 2010 3:02 pm
Forum: Welding/Fabrication
Topic: Harbour Freight 90 amp flux wire welder
Replies: 8
Views: 5757

flux core welds SUCK Flux core welds dont suck. Given the same amperage and the same wire diameter they offer greater penetration that mig welding. Its moreso aobut your technique. Now they do produce more spatter and dont give the stack of dimes look in most situations but in the hands of a good w...
by Lucient
Sat Jan 23, 2010 2:39 pm
Forum: Welding/Fabrication
Topic: Harbour Freight 90 amp flux wire welder
Replies: 8
Views: 5757

For the welder, tank and regulator that deal cant be beat. I dont need it but I would still buy it if it was close to me
by Lucient
Thu Jan 21, 2010 6:10 pm
Forum: Welding/Fabrication
Topic: Thoughts on a Lincoln SP140T Mig welder?
Replies: 6
Views: 2926

Its a great welder and as far as power settings go your technique and wire speed will compensate for that. I say go for it.
by Lucient
Thu Jan 21, 2010 6:08 pm
Forum: Welding/Fabrication
Topic: Gold coated lenses and Lanthanated Tungsten
Replies: 0
Views: 1680

Gold coated lenses and Lanthanated Tungsten

Today I bought a gold coated lense for my large view fixed shade helmet and I must say its awesome. I can see so much better and it shows in my weld quality. They are fairly inexpensive at airgas with contractor pricing and that purchase has probably been one of my best improvements so far. I also p...
by Lucient
Tue Jan 12, 2010 4:58 pm
Forum: Welding/Fabrication
Topic: need some feedback
Replies: 3
Views: 1781

Depends on what the price is. They are a real company and I havent heard any complaints about them except from some die hard Miller/Lincoln fans. They actually have pretty good customer service. My neighbor at my old house had one and it worked pretty good.
by Lucient
Fri Jan 01, 2010 1:15 pm
Forum: Welding/Fabrication
Topic: Harbor freight Auto darkening hood
Replies: 24
Views: 6203

I just dont like the view from the lense. The fixed shade hood that I have came with my Mig welder and it makes the puddle appear orange and its very easy to see the weld puddle from the surrounding light. This is especially useful when welding flux core or stick. I guess Im going to sell this thing...
by Lucient
Thu Dec 24, 2009 4:31 pm
Forum: Welding/Fabrication
Topic: Harbor freight Auto darkening hood
Replies: 24
Views: 6203

Im gonna take it back and get another one. I dont get flashed, I think it just doesnt filter the light as well. I have it on the darkest setting and it gives me the worst headaches. If I try another one and get the same result Im just gonna stick with the old faithful fixed hood.