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    Adding second alternator

    listen to fuzz420, ...up the alternator output....no reliable car runs 2 alternators, thats silly, i run 2 1000w subs in place of back seat, with an upgraded alt. and a big capacitor...no prob..... seek advice from upscale audio install shop, stay away from mainstream shops with 18-22 yr old...
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    Idling at 1K

    adjust your tps. it is adjustable.....check serv. manuals
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    Complete Engine Rebuild?

    get a complete jdm engine with a good bunch of paperwork to go with it. most are low kms and make great power, clean and doccumented. this is the easiest and cheapest way to go....but you can spent tons of your cash building and oversizing and plaining/milling/honeing engine parts to stict...
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    rough idle

    check all your hose clamps, check accordian intake boot and all hoses attchd to it, look for cleanance issues with hood and any underhood parts that might be aftermarket... example: look for rub marks on underside of hood panel/ under accel or boost, eng will rock upwards and may cause loose...
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    engine temp guage actin wierd???

    yeah its and electrical prob. seen it many times before, usually increase in gauge temp corrisponding with boost, but may show gauge temps. inaccurate in either too cold or too hot, ...i used to work for toyota as a technician, and i own a 450 hp monster myself. ive seen this prob- even on my...
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    Oil pan switcharoo..

    dont ever release spring tension of a front or rear coil-wound spring without knowlege and proper equipment. to give you a hint of just how dangerous removing springs can be...the "affectionate" name for the tool to hold coil springs down while removing top mounts/perches etc. is the...
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    300zx caliper upgrade

    heres a point to ponder. its been said 300zx 1990> callipers will bolt to mk3 front knuckles with no real mods and mk4 rotors...has anybody looked into a big brake upgrade for mk3's using upgraded 300zx brembo/ willwood/ stoptech etc callipers and ???rotors ...will mk3 stainless lines have the...