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The Ultimate Guide to Nissan Hardbody Lug Pattern

The Ultimate Guide to Nissan Hardbody Lug Pattern

If you own a Nissan Hardbody, understanding its lug pattern is crucial. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your wheels, replace old ones, or just want to be informed, this guide has you covered. The lug pattern affects not only the aesthetics but also the performance and safety of your vehicle. Let’s dive into the specifics and why they matter. A lug pattern, also known as a bolt pattern, refers to the arrangement of bolt holes on a wheel. It is ...

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KA24DE Intake Manifold

KA24DE Intake Manifold

No matter how powerful or advanced, every engine is just a large air pump at its core. It requires a seamless integration of components to ensure that it breathes efficiently and performs optimally. One such vital component is the intake manifold. In Nissan’s KA24DE engine, the intake manifold is particularly pivotal. Yet, not all intake manifolds are created equal. Let’s dive deep into the world of the KA24DE intake manifold and explore the benefits of upgrading to an aftermarket version. ...

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Nissan 240SX Rocket Bunny

Nissan 240SX Rocket Bunny

The 240sx rocket bunny body kits make the car look wide, but as with the stance look, they also make them look lower. The main point of these kits is to stand out, and if you’ve ever seen one in person, that’s what you’ll do. No one has ever looked at a wide body Nissan car and completely dismissed it. I think the ultimate goal for a good 240SX rocket bunny is to make sure the extended arches fit well ...

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How Do I Know if My Piston Rings are Fried?

How Do I Know if My Piston Rings are Fried?

The piston rings in your vehicle’s engine are accountable for managing oil pressure and controlling engine oil usage. Broken or worn engine piston rings will generally result in many issues and will certainly need some engine repair work, which could include a full engine rebuild. Below are some indications that might suggest your car or motorbike has fried one or more piston rings. Piston Ring Types Three piston rings per cylinder are frequently fitted in modern vehicles. Two rings: one ...

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Where to Find Reliable Nissan KA24DE for Sale Online?

Where to Find Reliable Nissan KA24DE for Sale Online?

Where is the best place to buy nissan ka24de engine? Our expert team have done research to help you in finding the best nissan ka24de for sale cheaply, easily, and delivered warranty. The first place you can take a look is a craiglist or local junkyard. Some people make a living scrapping used cars, stripping them into a parts and selling those to potential buyers. Keep in mind that, it might be tricky to make sure of the engine quality, ...

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KA24DE Intercooler Kit for KA Turbo Setup

KA24DE Intercooler Kit for KA Turbo Setup

After finishing my custom KA24DE turbo setup and running with no intercooler for 3 months, I decided it was time to cool the intake air charge. And I learned that there aren’t many bolt on KA24DE intercooler kit for a KA turbo setup. I was inclined to use a core from E-bay, make my own piping, etc, but that was still pretty costly and very time consuming. So I looked for another option and found that an SR20DET intercooler kit ...

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Nissan 240SX - Basic Suspension

Nissan 240SX – Basic Suspension

The 240SX uses a MacPherson Strut front suspension and a 5-link independent rear suspension. The suspension system is supplemented by front and rear sway bars. (The 1995-1998 240SX Standard Coupe had only a front sway bar.) The S14 suspension works in the same way as the S13 although the dimensions of the components are slightly different between the two models. A MacPherson Strut suspension consists of an upright (containing the hub) that is supported at the bottom by an A-arm ...

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Nissan 240SX - Super HICAS Suspension

Nissan 240SX – Super HICAS Suspension

Super HICAS (High Capacity Actively Controlled Suspension) is Nissan’s four-wheel steering system used on the 240SX. A similar system is used on the Nissan Skyline. Early HICAS designs used hydraulics for rear steering, but Super HICAS uses electronic actuators controlled by the ECM. Four-wheel steering on the 240SX is designed to improve low-speed maneuverability and high-speed stability, especially during lane changes. Super HICAS operates in two modes: in-phase steering and opposite-phase steering. Opposite-phase steering, utilized at low speeds, turns the ...

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What Are The Three Purposes Of a Piston?

What Are The Three Purposes Of a Piston?

Engines are complicated beasts with a lot of parts that move around. But a piston is one of the most recognizable parts by name. You may have heard its importance, but you probably can’t tell me what it does. Understanding how the piston works gives you far more knowledge about the engine, including how they and the rings can fail. What Is a Piston? A piston is a moving disk inside a cylinder. Piston rings seal the cylinder so that ...

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