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Creating a new post where we can set up NATOR install days to install whatever really.
If you have something you want help installing, or just want to hang out and learn a little more about your car, post it here and we'll make it happen.
Upcoming install that I can think of:
Cobb FMICs
however, I do want to look into setting up a NATOR intake/valve cleaning day since most of our cars are probably pretty gunked up.
I dont own a MS3 and its probably quite simple, but I wouldnt mind a hand removing my front bumper and installing my supertones. May put in my new GV grill too if I'm done wrapping it by then
Just awaiting for my FMIC then we can do a whole production.
I believe Mr Wilson knows how to do this, but I'm willing to help out as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by terapr0
sounds good, which FMIC did you go with?Quote:
Originally Posted by chris.joh
+1 to valve cleaning!
I'd be up for intake/valve cleaning. My car could probably use it and would be good to see how it's done. Also I still have shifter bushings I need to install that, while easy, would be nice to have a second pair of hands for.
+1 for valve cleaning too. Also might pick up a set of solid shifter bushings soon, would be nice to see how to install 'em.
I was thinking about the shifter bushings for my car too.
where did you pick them up and how much were they?
I know you're not asking me, but here's where I got mine.
http://www.jamesbaroneracing.com/sto...roducts_id=108
I got it w/ the JBR ssp and the shift knob.
worth it?Quote:
Originally Posted by fywdyl
Got mine from James Barone Racing when I bought my short shifter plate and weight, paid about $100 for it all.Quote:
Originally Posted by lokiaparandi
+1 for valve cleaning and FMIC, hopefully I have time when it arrives.
TBH, I don't really remember how it felt without the bushings and also I installed everything at the same time.Quote:
Originally Posted by lokiaparandi
Having said that, the shifts feel a lot more solid. Getting to the bottom of the shifter is pretty annoy, so while you're at it you can prob adjust the shifter cable too.
Try it out at the next meet or whatever.
Ok I'm ordering those shifter bushings right now.
Ice_man when mine arrive, I'll give you a hand
actually, before I order them, is there anyone else interested so we can pay shipping only once (it's only 5 bucks so who cares really) if you want a set I don't mind ordering one for you
nevermind, the bastards added shipping to each item
Yeah, I got the jbr ones as well. Just kept putting off the install. Doesn't seem hard...just tedious to get in there.
midz97 can prolly make you those bushings in 10 minutes.Quote:
Originally Posted by lokiaparandi
Hmmm... actually, I've been wanting to order an EGR block-off plate. So if you don't mind, throw that in and I'll send you money or pay you next time I see you.Quote:
Originally Posted by lokiaparandi
BTW, try PM'ing Jamie on MSF first, might be able to get a discount or something.
I could also make those bushings no problem. Just need 1 sample piece to measure
along with the EGR block-off plates...Quote:
Originally Posted by terapr0
nothing wrong with anything that JBR makes, but simple shit like this, we should have a steady local supply so guys don't have to wait til seasonal GB happen, etc.
I can help with getting the bumper off no problem......may need an electrical person for the wiring.......don't know why, but I'm still amazed I did it.
After doing mine, FMIC's are a pinch and I've done the shifter bushings before as well.
I have a Cobb RSB that needs to go in.
The 2010 bumper is easy to remove. I can help you with that any time if you've got room to do it.Quote:
Originally Posted by terapr0
I need to clean my throttle body (i think), MAF sensor and wouldn't mind doing a seafoaming
Also need to do valve and intake cleaning.
Maybe short shifter plate as well, trying to decide if I want to go that route or save for the full replacement .
Cools, loki scratch my order.Quote:
Originally Posted by Fobio
Gonna PM midz97 and ask about those shifter bushings...
or terapr0 if midz97 is too busy.Quote:
Originally Posted by Elusivellama
physical/mechanical intake valve cleaning is a lot more daunting than say parts removal and reinstall...and I personally will not seafoam my MS3.
Why's that?Quote:
Originally Posted by Fobio
+1 about the valve cleaning and I'm willing to help out with the installs as well. Can't go wrong with the skills I'll learn. :)
Dave, I can help you out with that. I did it in my old sedan all by me onesies. :chuckle Would be better if there's 2 people though. So the other can do the vacuum lines and the other keeps on the throttle.Quote:
Originally Posted by n00bMeiSter
Where might these installs take place? Have a few things that I might need help on from the pro's
down for valve cleaning
lol...you sure you even need it? considering Bluestreak's diagnosis with your compression test, your $ and efforts can be better spent elsewhere.Quote:
Originally Posted by phil05gx
ok if terapro wants to take a shot at making the shifter bushings, then maybe Ice_manF1 won't mind showing him his bushings to sample.
midz97 isn't on the forum too much it seems, but I can send him a msg or txt to see if he's interested in doing some fabricating.
obviously we'd pitch in for any costs.
Just to clarify , I want to clean my BPV, other valves should be fine.
^^^This. Alooottt of stuff has to come off. While you're at it, you might want to throw on injector seals. Its another 20 mins or so of dismantiling from IM removal.Quote:
Originally Posted by Fobio
I'll come hang out for the intake valve cleaning with some Rickards Red beer.
EDIT: Might want to look into swapping in the stud/nut combo for the injectors and the intake manifold spacers as well. Again, it's super convenient since the IM is already off.
I just got a PM from him, he says he would need drawings and a minimum number of sets made. I'm personally down for whomever wouldn't mind doing it, and like you said we'd pitch in for the cost.Quote:
Originally Posted by lokiaparandi
I'd be in for a set as well.
better to be safe than sorry right? lolQuote:
Originally Posted by Fobio
you know you don't drink that...hahaQuote:
Originally Posted by BlueStreak
I'm probably going to end up ordering injector seals and stuff anyway, but that's a whole other story. we need to have a chat.
Looks like best bet is to get terapro a sample and see if he can make the bushings. I'm also interested in the EGR bracket.
no...not with something like mechanical valve cleaning.Quote:
Originally Posted by phil05gx
and that is something that should addressed. the car runs fine stock. there's no need for anyone to be all hypochrondriac's just cause the cleanliness of the intake valves is one of *MANY* things of concern. CASE IN POINT: you can prolly do more damage doing an improper physical valve cleaning than if you just left it alone, even if it's dirty.
We never thought ppl would actually care enough to post about it, but now that there's clear demand, MSpeed will continue to finalize a suitable solution for chemical valve cleaning.
Also, catch cans are shipping this week...plan for that install as well.
agreed. to be honest this isn't something where you get a group of 10 cars doing this.Quote:
Originally Posted by Fobio
it's going to be a huge pain in the ass and require alot of patience.
since you brought it up Fobio, is there a relationship between the compression test and how gunked up the valves are? Seems like most of the ms3's tested so far have pretty decent compression however they're probably gunked up anyway