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Join the Import Car Forum at Import Tuner Magazine to discuss your import car, modifications, the latest tuning products, problems, shows & events, import girls, and more.Import Tuner Magazine Forumshttp://forums.importtuner.comWed, 03 Dec 2008 04:12:25 -0800<![CDATA[engine break in]]>engine break in
after a rebuild how long should I wait before driving it hard? I've heard a lot of different opinions so I just want to know what you import guys think.

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7276179/general-discussion/engine-break-in/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7276179/general-discussion/engine-break-inTue, 02 Dec 2008 00:12:19 -0800<![CDATA[rx7 rotary2-4cyl swap...?]]>rx7 rotary2-4cyl swap...?
hey, i was wondering if u could swap a 85-90 rx7 rotary2 with a 4cyl. rotaries burn too much gas so i was wondering if this could help that problem.

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7242166/tuner-cars/rx7-rotary2-4cyl-swap/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7242166/tuner-cars/rx7-rotary2-4cyl-swapMon, 01 Dec 2008 23:12:28 -0800<![CDATA[White smoke from my exhaust]]>White smoke from my exhaust
My 95 GST eclipse has tons of white smoke coming from the exaust. When I idle it doesnt always come out but when I give it gas it smokes real bad and I drown the car bedind me. I have driven it 500 miles and not one noticable performance problem. Besides a blown head gasket what can cause white smoke? I read that a malfuntioning pvc valve coulde be the result of white smoke, how likely is this? Any advice would be apreciated greatly

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7271988/getting-technical/white-smoke-from-my-exhaust/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7271988/getting-technical/white-smoke-from-my-exhaustMon, 01 Dec 2008 19:12:41 -0800<![CDATA[Eagle ATalon 1992 non turbo]]>Eagle ATalon 1992 non turbo
Hello Guys, I just join the forum, want to say hello to everybody, also I saw an eagle talon 1992 for sale but the car has been parked for the last 7 years, any advise before I start the car ? for sure I should change the oil and filter, air filter and gas filter, anything I should do after I do all this ? Thanks for the tips. IBM

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7271505/general-discussion/eagle-atalon-1992-non-turbo/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7271505/general-discussion/eagle-atalon-1992-non-turboMon, 01 Dec 2008 17:12:19 -0800<![CDATA['05 Nissan Altima 2.5 Engine Swap Idea]]>'05 Nissan Altima 2.5 Engine Swap Idea
The car has a standard VQ-engine which produces 174hp and 134tq. But I have reseach for parts for months now. Then it hit me, how about a swap! Can it be done? If so, which engine is it?

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7240567/getting-technical/05-nissan-altima-25-engine-swap-idea/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7240567/getting-technical/05-nissan-altima-25-engine-swap-ideaMon, 01 Dec 2008 17:12:38 -0800<![CDATA[Eclipse GST or GSX?]]>Eclipse GST or GSX?
Hey guys, I was just watching some great drifting videos from Japan, and all I see is S13's, 240's, AE86's, etc. As mush as these cars are cool, I just have a fetish for Eclipses. So I wonder, can a Gst or a Gsx; in general a RWD or a AWD can be in the same topic as drift cars? ALL REPLYS ARE OPINIONS...NO WRONG ANSWER :grin:

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7240513/getting-technical/eclipse-gst-or-gsx/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7240513/getting-technical/eclipse-gst-or-gsxMon, 01 Dec 2008 16:12:00 -0800<![CDATA[welding my open diff?]]>welding my open diff?
Since my 95 eclipse gst has an open diff, I was thinking about just welding it. Are there any risks in welding it?

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i need help on engine mods for my eclipse. i need to know the best way to get more power out of my 420a without spending mega bucks please help..

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7271124/behind-the-build/how-to-tune-94-eclipse-gs/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7271124/behind-the-build/how-to-tune-94-eclipse-gsMon, 01 Dec 2008 03:12:01 -0800<![CDATA[94 eclipse turbo]]>94 eclipse turbo
ok i've asked several people this question and i'm dieing to know. can u turbo a regular gs with stock internals i really dont need super power out of it i'd like to have something around 7 pounds or so. where i live i dont need a whole lot because nobody has anything thats insane fast so if u could help me that would be great..

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7249727/general-discussion/94-eclipse-turbo/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7249727/general-discussion/94-eclipse-turboSun, 30 Nov 2008 08:11:01 -0800<![CDATA[upgrades?]]>upgrades?
I dont know if you read my other bulletin but I recently just bought a 95 gst. It's pretty stock nothing special. so far the mods are -upgraded from the t-25 turbo to the t-28 -coilovers -greddy bov -greddy turbo timer -exhaust(dont know what kind) -OBX cold air intake Now I dont have a bunch of money or knoledge(but I can always learn) so what should I be looking for in future upgrades?

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7238977/general-discussion/upgrades/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7238977/general-discussion/upgradesSun, 30 Nov 2008 08:11:43 -0800<![CDATA[just bought a new car.]]>just bought a new car.
I just recently purchased a 95 gst. The car has a BUNCH of white smoke coming out the exhaust (it goes on and off randomely)and its starting to worry me. The seller claims that since he just got an engine rebuild 200-250 miles ago that its just the oils they used burning up. But im starting to doubt it. I dont know to much about cars (im really new to the whole tuning scene). I dont think its a blown head gasket cause wouldnt that make me have a noticable losss of power and some turbo lag? the car doesnt overheat, I dont know if that means anything. Does anyone know what it could be?

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7238953/general-discussion/just-bought-a-new-car/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7238953/general-discussion/just-bought-a-new-carSun, 30 Nov 2008 05:11:39 -0800<![CDATA[93 eclipse gs]]>93 eclipse gs
I have a 94 eclipse gs is this a good car also can it handle a turbo like the gs-t

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7238743/general-discussion/93-eclipse-gs/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7238743/general-discussion/93-eclipse-gsSun, 30 Nov 2008 02:11:44 -0800<![CDATA[guy repping someone else's car...]]>guy repping someone else's car...
let me start by saying this could all be circumstantial, but its highly unlikely. so on an up and coming forum i'm a mod for we had a new "shop" join. they came looking to sponsor and put their .02 into all things technical. one of their rides happened to be a wrx. after a little research on this said car, we have found that the car that is being claimed by this "shop" is actually a car for sale in canada. the guy copied and pasted the exact mod list and photos. little did he know the internet is a small world. we had the actual owner join the site and post his car up for sale. to catch up on the drama check out these threads his name is dvswrx: http://usimports.org/forum/showthread.php?t=568&page=14 the actual owner in the for sale section: http://usimports.org/forum/showthread.php?t=2169

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7266552/general-discussion/guy-repping-someone-elses-car/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7266552/general-discussion/guy-repping-someone-elses-carThu, 27 Nov 2008 21:11:04 -0800<![CDATA[Need help on putting parts in a MX6 Mazda]]>Need help on putting parts in a MX6 Mazda
I need help building a Stock MX6 into a badmudder f....r. I'm unsure about wheter I should go with exhaust or turbo first. If anyone has an idea I would apreciate the help. THANKS

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7232944/import-tuner-talk/need-help-on-putting-parts-in-a-mx6-mazda/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7232944/import-tuner-talk/need-help-on-putting-parts-in-a-mx6-mazdaThu, 27 Nov 2008 02:11:50 -0800<![CDATA[Exhaust Pipe Adapter Sleeves]]>Exhaust Pipe Adapter Sleeves
I bought a 2003 Eclipse and it doesn't have a catalyic converter(s). I want to cut out the straight section of pipe and put a universal slip fit converter in there. I measured my pipe to be about 2 3/8" so I guess it is 85 mm if that sounds like a common size. The largest converter I found is 3" I.D. Is there an exhaust adapter to go from a 3 3/8" OD to 3" ID Pipe? I can't find anything. The other idea of have is to get a 3 1/4" OD section of tubing and slip it over the 3" Cat which I'm assumming has a 3 1/8" OD. This would make my cat now have a 3 1/4" OD and It would fit inside my 3 3/8" exhaust pipe on the car. Then I will clamp it all together. What do you think? I still have to figure out how the air tube works on these cars. Mine has probably been disabled. But I need to pass an emmissions inspection.

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7240454/getting-technical/exhaust-pipe-adapter-sleeves/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7240454/getting-technical/exhaust-pipe-adapter-sleevesWed, 26 Nov 2008 21:11:28 -0800<![CDATA[2009 Nissan Cube]]>2009 Nissan Cube
Hey what's up? I'm Paul and I work for MWKS - we're currently partnered with Nissan to spread the word about the North American debut of the Nissan Cube. We're providing people with the opportunity to see the car before it hits dealerships in 2009 through these first-look photos. I've included the brand new pics below, and feel free to use or share them however you'd like. I tried contacting some mods here to make sure it's alright to share this material with you guys, but never heard back, so hope it's cool with you guys. http://i448.photobucket.com/albums/qq201/PaulMedley08/Nissan%20Cube%20First%20Look/Orange/th_Nissan_Cube_int.jpg http://i448.photobucket.com/albums/qq201/PaulMedley08/Nissan%20Cube%20First%20Look/Orange/th_NissanCube15.jpg http://i448.photobucket.com/albums/qq201/PaulMedley08/Nissan%20Cube%20First%20Look/Orange/th_NissanCube12.jpg http://i448.photobucket.com/albums/qq201/PaulMedley08/Nissan%20Cube%20First%20Look/Orange/th_NissanCube10.jpg http://i448.photobucket.com/albums/qq201/PaulMedley08/Nissan%20Cube%20First%20Look/Orange/th_NissanCube9.jpg http://i448.photobucket.com/albums/qq201/PaulMedley08/Nissan%20Cube%20First%20Look/Orange/th_NissanCube5.jpg http://i448.photobucket.com/albums/qq201/PaulMedley08/Nissan%20Cube%20First%20Look/Orange/th_NissanCube1.jpg We're excited about the arrival of this new fuel-efficient compact car. You can see more official pictures and a teaser vid at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Nissan-Cube/17987996866?ref=ts or visit NissanUSA.com/cube if you're into it. So what are your first-impression thoughts of the car?

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7239827/general-discussion/2009-nissan-cube/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7239827/general-discussion/2009-nissan-cubeWed, 26 Nov 2008 20:11:21 -0800<![CDATA[Intake questions]]>Intake questions
Ok so i just bought myself a 2005 subaru wrx a few days ago and im starting to look at mods for it. the thing i want to know is, whats the difference between a short ram intake and a cold air, will one give me a bigger hp boost over the other or what. i was looking at the injen intakes is why i ask this question.

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7259427/getting-technical/intake-questions/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7259427/getting-technical/intake-questionsWed, 26 Nov 2008 18:11:52 -0800<![CDATA[vw golf Q&A]]>vw golf Q&A
how much hp can a stock mk3 1.8l-2.0l vw golf hold with stock internals as well as boost

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7239344/getting-technical/vw-golf-q-a/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7239344/getting-technical/vw-golf-q-aWed, 26 Nov 2008 00:11:54 -0800<![CDATA[92' Toyota Celica]]>92' Toyota Celica
I'm fairly new to all of this, but I just bought a 1992 Toyota Celica ST. The body and interior is in immaculate condition, and it runs and drives like a brand new car. However, it does have 253,000 miles on it. I'm thinking of tearing the car apart, and rebuilding it; but I want to pep it up a little, and make it into a rally car. Does anyone have any suggestions on where I should begin? Most of my experience is with older, muscle cars (my first car was a 75 Camaro) and that was 20 years ago. Lol....

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7226914/getting-technical/92-toyota-celica/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7226914/getting-technical/92-toyota-celicaTue, 25 Nov 2008 18:11:05 -0800<![CDATA[Check Me Out and Add Me on MySpace]]>Check Me Out and Add Me on MySpace
Hey! www.myspace.com/ravenlee Please add me on myspace and give me a holler. I'm a model and go-go dancer in the NYC. 100% eurasian, and sooooo down to earth. I like B18c1 swaps and motorcyle stunting. In my free time, like working on my F4i, riding my zx6r and 50, but it seems like i'm always repairing my crappy car. =P :grin:

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7224400/model-talk/check-me-out-and-add-me-on-myspace/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7224400/model-talk/check-me-out-and-add-me-on-myspaceTue, 25 Nov 2008 09:11:04 -0800<![CDATA[sts universal turbo kit?]]>sts universal turbo kit?
anyone know anything about this kit? the site really hypes it up. i need to do a custom if I do one, thinking about twin. but just wondering if the kit is any good? http://www.ststurbo.com/universal_system

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7254516/getting-technical/sts-universal-turbo-kit/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7254516/getting-technical/sts-universal-turbo-kitTue, 25 Nov 2008 07:11:38 -0800<![CDATA[Got a q about OBD II and AFR]]>Got a q about OBD II and AFR
OK, So i did a quick search on AFR's and didn't see this. Not really driving an import, it's an 01 GMC Sonoma but knew you guys would probably know this answer. So I know that a narrow band AFR gauge is pointless and I would want a wideband and also a wideband O2 sensor. I also know that it should be hooked up to the O2 sensor before the CAT. well my question is with a v6 and in an OBD II system, so I have two O2s before the CAT) would I hook up the gauge to just one sensor? or both? or would it be wise to run a separate gauge to each sensor? I probably wouldn't keep the gauge in the car. Just while tuning it.

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7222237/getting-technical/got-a-q-about-obd-ii-and-afr/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7222237/getting-technical/got-a-q-about-obd-ii-and-afrTue, 25 Nov 2008 00:11:31 -0800<![CDATA[Quick question, and you will laugh at my car.]]>Quick question, and you will laugh at my car.
Well actually several questions, first one is, I haven't heard much about it, and even when watching professional drivers I haven't SEEN them do this, do what I do that is. I do what I can only describe as a fast twitch shift, I slap the clutch hard enough to disengage it, but, I usually only get maybe 2" to 3" travel, and about half of that is without my foot in direct contact with the clutch, and I shift the gear (usually up, I can do it down, but usually when down shifting I'm also braking too so not too much use) I haven't gotten, or figure out a way to time this maneuver, but it's fast enough that on full acceleration (pedal down to the floor) I can shift WITHOUT letting off, and only see about 500-1000 rpm jumps, usually I let off slightly to try and not wear my clutch out too fast when I do this. It's also fast enough for me to up shift mid turn (which is helpful for me, considering I drive an unmodified '08 Hyundai Accent) this brings me to my next question. I've done a little bit of toying around with some of the wanna be import mod drivers around here. Off the line I don't stand a chance, and most of these people either don't have the guts or the know how to take a corner hard. Yes I've got front wheel drive, but in all consideration why is it that a 110hp 106f/p torque car (driver is also considered) out cornering, out handling people in tuned civics/accords/etc. I've come across only ONE person in my area that passed me on a good turn (I'm talking F1 style turns, not these highway curves) Or is it that most people only go for straight line and forget about the cornering aspect when modding their car. Thank you.

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7253526/general-discussion/quick-question-and-you-will-laugh-at-my-car/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7253526/general-discussion/quick-question-and-you-will-laugh-at-my-carMon, 24 Nov 2008 21:11:46 -0800<![CDATA[amazing deal 99 mint focus body]]>amazing deal 99 mint focus body
Location Northern Jersey (Buyer is responsible for pickup) 1999 mint focus body and other parts perfect for an engine drop b/c everything else is great except the engine. Asking just $950 worth so much more see for yourself!!! -Contact me email Redw15@aol.com

]]>http://forums.importtuner.com/70/7218940/general-discussion/amazing-deal-99-mint-focus-body/index.htmlhttp://forums.importtuner.com/70/7218940/general-discussion/amazing-deal-99-mint-focus-bodyMon, 24 Nov 2008 04:11:32 -0800<![CDATA[Updated choices for Project]]>Updated choices for Project
Basically, narrowed my choices down to a mr2 turb, 240 ka24e or ka24de/det or ca18det, or a rx7 Any help thanks

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