Vadim's 99 Sentra SE-L - "Angry Smurf" - Page 4 - SR20 Community Forum

Vadim · 01-14-2008, 06:03 PM

Some updates are coming soon. I got a brand new Bosch O2 sensor for $30 shipped, I'll tell you guys were to get it from

My knock sensor code is also popping up, so that could be the reason why my MPG's haven't been so great lately...

Vex630 · 01-14-2008, 07:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CovertRussian

Yeah hehe, thats what every keeps on saying... I'm more worried about go fast and better mpg parts at the moment though, but suspension might grasp my attention later on

Good suspension makes you go fast in the twisties..... unless you go with lowering springs

.... then its worse than stock

Oh yeah you have a PM about your parts. I couldnt get the rear O2 off =/

Vadim · 01-15-2008, 12:47 AM

Haha yeah I figured its good, so maybe someday I'll man up and spend the amount that I could spend on an engine for the suspension hehe

Vex630 · 01-15-2008, 01:34 AM

Yeah. It amazes me that people spend crazy loads of money into crazy setups and still only run lowering springs. Then they whine and wonder why they cant put the power to the ground.

YOU need to spend money on your new engine first.... get that sludge monster out of your car when you can.

Vadim · 01-15-2008, 09:17 AM

Haha yep! Thats my impression.

But it is nice to have a nice suspension to keep the car on the road when it is fast hehe

Vadim · 01-19-2008, 07:11 PM

The Timing Chain Tensioner was replaced in the Fall. Just posting pics now.

There was a rattling noise coming out of the engine on a cold start. So I ordered a new TCT, and replaced the old one. Boy am I happy I did it before something bad happened. Pics below.

New TCT:

Old One:

Big thanks goes out to Mike for helping me diagnose the problem and showing me were to get a new TCT cheap

dmp316 · 01-19-2008, 07:16 PM

always loved your SE-L, looks clean and good bro. Keep up the good job

Vadim · 01-19-2008, 07:21 PM

My Knock Sensor Malfunction code was showing, code P0325. I checked the Ignition Timing, it was showing up as around 11* TDC.

I replaced the Knock Sensor and bumped the timing to 17* TDC. I am waiting for the ECU to reset it self by being unplugged. Hopefully this will give me more power and better gas mileage

I got the Knock Sensor of eBay, brand new Genuine Nissan one for $65 shipped!

New Knock Sensor:

Nice day for some snow

Here is the Knock Sensor:

You will need a 12" wrench and tons of patience to get it off.

Mine was pretty stuck so I had to find ways to push the wrench, but I could only use my palm, and that wrench would dig into it! So I just figured I would use this

Finally got the Knock Sensor out:

New one on the wire and going back in:

It took me a long while to get the sensor and bolt into the right hole. Clearance is a big issue, esp with the huge anti-freeze pipe that can be hot.

Vadim · 01-19-2008, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dmp316

always loved your SE-L, looks clean and good bro. Keep up the good job

Thanks bro! Trying to do my best to keep her clean and in good working condition

Keo · 01-19-2008, 07:53 PM

Looks good, may I recommend this?
http://www.auto-rx.com/

Vadim · 01-19-2008, 08:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Keo

Looks good, may I recommend this?
http://www.auto-rx.com/

It didn't work for me... well it would but my oil is leaking out. So lets just say I wasted $40 bucks on that stuff

I have tried Marvel's Mystery oil, and it only made the leak worse.

But then I finally tried using some Diesel, were you empty out the oil and add diesel and run the engine for about 5-10 minutes. It worked like magic! After 2 of those cycles my oil was nice and clean and like new even after 500 miles!

GT2871RBLUBIRD · 01-19-2008, 11:15 PM

did replacing those make a noticable difference in the way the car is running now

Vadim · 01-20-2008, 12:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GT2871RBLUBIRD

did replacing those make a noticable difference in the way the car is running now

I think so a little bit in power. I reset the ecu so in couple days will see if it's better

Vex630 · 01-20-2008, 12:32 AM

Go to sleep. lol

Awesome write ups man.

I have to go through replacing everything on my new B14 just as a precaution lol.

Vadim · 01-20-2008, 12:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vex630

Go to sleep. lol

Awesome write ups man.

I have to go through replacing everything on my new B14 just as a precaution lol.

Haha no!

Thanks

Yeah thats a good idea, this way you can start out fresh

01-14-2008, 06:03 PM	#46 (permalink)
Vadim Taking a Break Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: VA iTrader: (23)	Some updates are coming soon. I got a brand new Bosch O2 sensor for $30 shipped, I'll tell you guys were to get it from My knock sensor code is also popping up, so that could be the reason why my MPG's haven't been so great lately... __________________ EEA KGB Spy 1999 Sentra SE-L - Angry Smurf Performance: GTiR T28 @ 7 PSI HP: 230WHP/219ft-lbs T25@ 9 PSI Weight: 2,660lbs Times: TBA Average MPG: 16/30

01-15-2008, 12:47 AM	#48 (permalink)
Vadim Taking a Break Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: VA iTrader: (23)	Haha yeah I figured its good, so maybe someday I'll man up and spend the amount that I could spend on an engine for the suspension hehe __________________ EEA KGB Spy 1999 Sentra SE-L - Angry Smurf Performance: GTiR T28 @ 7 PSI HP: 230WHP/219ft-lbs T25@ 9 PSI Weight: 2,660lbs Times: TBA Average MPG: 16/30

01-15-2008, 01:34 AM	#49 (permalink)
Vex630 My SE-R is Bottle Fed =) Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: South FL iTrader: (6)	Yeah. It amazes me that people spend crazy loads of money into crazy setups and still only run lowering springs. Then they whine and wonder why they cant put the power to the ground. YOU need to spend money on your new engine first.... get that sludge monster out of your car when you can. __________________ 1998 200SX SE-R Rare Timber Frost color #1..... Wrecked by an old lady 1998 200SX SE-R Rare Timber Frost color #2..... Nitrous Powered 36MPG City / 39MPG HWY Modding on pause. 1991 NX2000 Black.... Stock engine. Sitting on Tein SS =) 1991 300ZX Twin Turbo Pearl White........ SOLD Tein SS + Pillowball Mounts ownz j00!! Random People: "What car is that?? I like the color" Me: "Its just a sentra." =)

01-15-2008, 09:17 AM	#50 (permalink)
Vadim Taking a Break Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: VA iTrader: (23)	Haha yep! Thats my impression. But it is nice to have a nice suspension to keep the car on the road when it is fast hehe __________________ EEA KGB Spy 1999 Sentra SE-L - Angry Smurf Performance: GTiR T28 @ 7 PSI HP: 230WHP/219ft-lbs T25@ 9 PSI Weight: 2,660lbs Times: TBA Average MPG: 16/30

01-19-2008, 07:11 PM	#51 (permalink)
Vadim Taking a Break Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: VA iTrader: (23)	Timing Chain Tensioner The Timing Chain Tensioner was replaced in the Fall. Just posting pics now. There was a rattling noise coming out of the engine on a cold start. So I ordered a new TCT, and replaced the old one. Boy am I happy I did it before something bad happened. Pics below. New TCT: Old One: Big thanks goes out to Mike for helping me diagnose the problem and showing me were to get a new TCT cheap __________________ EEA KGB Spy 1999 Sentra SE-L - Angry Smurf Performance: GTiR T28 @ 7 PSI HP: 230WHP/219ft-lbs T25@ 9 PSI Weight: 2,660lbs Times: TBA Average MPG: 16/30 Last edited by Vadim : 04-02-2008 at 10:45 PM.

01-19-2008, 07:16 PM	#52 (permalink)
dmp316 Yard Man Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Homestead,FL iTrader: (13)	always loved your SE-L, looks clean and good bro. Keep up the good job __________________ Damien 200sx SE-R

01-19-2008, 07:21 PM	#53 (permalink)
Vadim Taking a Break Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: VA iTrader: (23)	Knock Sensor My Knock Sensor Malfunction code was showing, code P0325. I checked the Ignition Timing, it was showing up as around 11* TDC. I replaced the Knock Sensor and bumped the timing to 17* TDC. I am waiting for the ECU to reset it self by being unplugged. Hopefully this will give me more power and better gas mileage I got the Knock Sensor of eBay, brand new Genuine Nissan one for $65 shipped! New Knock Sensor: Nice day for some snow Here is the Knock Sensor: You will need a 12" wrench and tons of patience to get it off. Mine was pretty stuck so I had to find ways to push the wrench, but I could only use my palm, and that wrench would dig into it! So I just figured I would use this Finally got the Knock Sensor out: New one on the wire and going back in: It took me a long while to get the sensor and bolt into the right hole. Clearance is a big issue, esp with the huge anti-freeze pipe that can be hot. __________________ EEA KGB Spy 1999 Sentra SE-L - Angry Smurf Performance: GTiR T28 @ 7 PSI HP: 230WHP/219ft-lbs T25@ 9 PSI Weight: 2,660lbs Times: TBA Average MPG: 16/30

01-19-2008, 11:15 PM	#57 (permalink)
GT2871RBLUBIRD Turbo Nut. Join Date: Dec 2007 iTrader: (1)	did replacing those make a noticable difference in the way the car is running now __________________ Stand Alone Or Stand With All

01-20-2008, 12:32 AM	#59 (permalink)
Vex630 My SE-R is Bottle Fed =) Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: South FL iTrader: (6)	Go to sleep. lol Awesome write ups man. I have to go through replacing everything on my new B14 just as a precaution lol. __________________ 1998 200SX SE-R Rare Timber Frost color #1..... Wrecked by an old lady 1998 200SX SE-R Rare Timber Frost color #2..... Nitrous Powered 36MPG City / 39MPG HWY Modding on pause. 1991 NX2000 Black.... Stock engine. Sitting on Tein SS =) 1991 300ZX Twin Turbo Pearl White........ SOLD Tein SS + Pillowball Mounts ownz j00!! Random People: "What car is that?? I like the color" Me: "Its just a sentra." =)

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