1
Off-topic discussion / Eastern Shore
« on: January 19, 2010, 12:11:10 PM »
^Hahaha. You do realize that those messages are automated, and aren't even necessarily from a specific point of origin?
Show Posts
This section allows you to view all posts made by this member. Note that you can only see posts made in areas you currently have access to.
Pages: [1]
2
Engine + Driveline / New, assistance greatly appreciated..
« on: January 16, 2010, 06:20:37 PM »
^ I got the same kind of impression, and it sounds like a good idea to me. With a little bit of work you could have some great hoses that you could put in there confidently. If you decide to go through with that, let me know. As I've been saying, I would really like to get my hands on some of those. haha.
3
Engine + Driveline / New, assistance greatly appreciated..
« on: January 14, 2010, 03:55:43 PM »
Yeah, as I was saying I have a temporary fix on that hose, which consists of a several layers of electrical tape around the hose fairly tightly. No more odd problems, but I can still faintly feel that it's being affected. So it's alright until I get said parts.
Thanks for the advice.
Thanks for the advice.
4
For Sale / 1991 318is full PARTOUT- m44, springs,mtec
« on: January 13, 2010, 10:56:01 AM »
Curious about the floor mats.
General condition/price shipped to 33967?
General condition/price shipped to 33967?
5
Engine + Driveline / New, assistance greatly appreciated..
« on: January 12, 2010, 09:48:10 PM »
Those hoses from Ebay seller "hiperformancestore" look quite promising. Only thing is, they don't seem to have a kit for our 318 and its m42 do they? Is there one I could order in lieu of that? Thanks again for helping me out. (btw, I have a temporary fix of several rounds of electrical tape on my cracked hose and it's managing my small commute each day no problem, so I have a small window of time to order these parts)
6
Engine + Driveline / New, assistance greatly appreciated..
« on: January 11, 2010, 04:53:01 PM »
Alright, thanks guys for the help. I like the sound of the silicone hoses.. where could I find those? I know they may not be necessary, but I dont see anything wrong with a little extra security.
7
Engine + Driveline / New, assistance greatly appreciated..
« on: January 11, 2010, 03:19:25 PM »
Okay. Might be on to something here. I just read up on how the idling system in these cars works, and this is starting to make more sense.
I did a few tests with the ICV.
1) Started the car as usual, it idled fine. I then removed the 2-pin connector for the ICV and the car simply died. No erratic idling, hunting or anything.
2) Started the car with the ICV disconnected, and it started then simply died.
I tried testing the ICV with the car's power by turning the key to position 2 with the ICV in my hand, also with the connector plugged in. I could feel a very very faint vibration from it. I intend to clean it and see if that will make a difference.
HOWEVER, upon further inspection I noticed that the intake hose going from the rubber intake boot in between the air filter and throttle, on the end that connects to the ICV, is cracked.
Here is a picture
This is probably assisting in creating the problem isnt it?
I did a few tests with the ICV.
1) Started the car as usual, it idled fine. I then removed the 2-pin connector for the ICV and the car simply died. No erratic idling, hunting or anything.
2) Started the car with the ICV disconnected, and it started then simply died.
I tried testing the ICV with the car's power by turning the key to position 2 with the ICV in my hand, also with the connector plugged in. I could feel a very very faint vibration from it. I intend to clean it and see if that will make a difference.
HOWEVER, upon further inspection I noticed that the intake hose going from the rubber intake boot in between the air filter and throttle, on the end that connects to the ICV, is cracked.
Here is a picture
This is probably assisting in creating the problem isnt it?
8
Engine + Driveline / New, assistance greatly appreciated..
« on: January 11, 2010, 10:45:40 AM »
hmm I see..
Well the car was just driven again, on the initial start up I let it warm up for a couple minutes before it was driven. This time there were no dings, but just about every time I took the car out of gear the rpm's would just drop all the way until the motor died. I had to re-start it almost every time I needed to slow down. Then it was turned off, sat for almost an hour, and I drove it back home right after with no issues. However, it feels as if the idle is kind of odd.
Is this pointing towards anything more obvious? What should I be looking for? It's got me confused.
Well the car was just driven again, on the initial start up I let it warm up for a couple minutes before it was driven. This time there were no dings, but just about every time I took the car out of gear the rpm's would just drop all the way until the motor died. I had to re-start it almost every time I needed to slow down. Then it was turned off, sat for almost an hour, and I drove it back home right after with no issues. However, it feels as if the idle is kind of odd.
Is this pointing towards anything more obvious? What should I be looking for? It's got me confused.
9
Engine + Driveline / New, assistance greatly appreciated..
« on: January 10, 2010, 10:51:25 PM »
I suppose that's true also. Are the P/S pumps having problems somewhat of a common thing with these motors? Or, more reasonably, is it just due to age?
(on that topic if somebody could recommend things that should be replaced on these motors specifically, for the best maintenance etc. I would also really appreciate that.)
Thanks again guys for helping me out here.
(on that topic if somebody could recommend things that should be replaced on these motors specifically, for the best maintenance etc. I would also really appreciate that.)
Thanks again guys for helping me out here.
10
Engine + Driveline / New, assistance greatly appreciated..
« on: January 10, 2010, 06:34:52 PM »
Well I've had the memo system on since I bought the car, the PO even made a point of pointing that out to me. It does beep three times every hour. It wasnt that same noise though, it was the noise you hear when the car door is opened while the car's running. More of a ding, you know? I've heard of the temperature thing too, and it may have gotten that cold the second time I heard the noise, but only with wind. I live in southwest florida. And yes, I do have the owners manual.. Thank you for pointing that out actually. Kind of stupid of me to overlook something so painfully obvious that could point me in the right direction. hah.
11
Engine + Driveline / New, assistance greatly appreciated..
« on: January 10, 2010, 06:07:48 PM »
Found it in Naples, FL..lucky find I would say. I actually got it with barely 102k.
I'm not very concerned about problem 1, I will look into it but I'd rather focus on #2. The steering getting heavy makes sense because the car had literally shut off completely, I just didnt notice it until I made the turn. Can there be any correlation between the engine dying and the dinging sound? That's what gets me..It only happened after that noise was made. And um, as I said I'm pretty new to the cars as well..what is a CPS?
I really appreciate the help.
(About the nissan, cool. Almost everyone seems to say the same, they all love those cars. I'd like to say the same about the swap in mine but I'm still trying to have it in acceptable running condition after picking it up so cheap. My water pump, thermostat, radiator/rad. hoses and a few other maintenance items should be here soon..)
^NVM. Got the CPS thing when I actually thought about it. Silly mistake.
I'm not very concerned about problem 1, I will look into it but I'd rather focus on #2. The steering getting heavy makes sense because the car had literally shut off completely, I just didnt notice it until I made the turn. Can there be any correlation between the engine dying and the dinging sound? That's what gets me..It only happened after that noise was made. And um, as I said I'm pretty new to the cars as well..what is a CPS?
I really appreciate the help.
(About the nissan, cool. Almost everyone seems to say the same, they all love those cars. I'd like to say the same about the swap in mine but I'm still trying to have it in acceptable running condition after picking it up so cheap. My water pump, thermostat, radiator/rad. hoses and a few other maintenance items should be here soon..)
^NVM. Got the CPS thing when I actually thought about it. Silly mistake.
12
Engine + Driveline / New, assistance greatly appreciated..
« on: January 10, 2010, 05:43:43 PM »
As in the title I'm new to this site, and to these cars. I own a '91 318iS, well taken care of with just about 104k on it.
I'm really enjoying the car, however, I have a problem..I've basically come here asking for help, so anything is appreciated.
KIND OF LENGTHY
Anyways, here are my issues..
Problem one: When it's cold outside, and I start the car after having it off for a bit it will make a whining noise. It sounds to me like a belt, and according to some information i've gathered it could be the alternator overworking to charge my battery? I'm not sure though. If I turn the wheel, the noise is affected. Same with any amount of throttle. However it will go away after running for a minute or so, depending on the temperature.
Problem two: One day I was driving down a main road around where I live at a reasonable speed of about 45-50mph in 5th gear, no problems whatsoever. And I heard a single beeping noise, maybe even more like a ding.(It was the same exact noise you hear when the drivers door is opened with the car running, however this one only dinged once.) And still, nothing happened. BUT when I put my signal on to turn, I put the clutch in and moved the shifter into the neutral position and began to apply brakes. I didn't need to stop and wait at the intersection as no cars were coming, so I just rolled through and as I began to turn I noticed the steering felt far heavier than it should..and I realized the car had dropped below idle rpm's and just died. I pulled it over, and restarted. It idled at about 1500rpm for several seconds and eased back down to normal (800-900 est.) I put it in first, and proceeded slowly driving home. Since than, that has happened once more after coming off of I-75 on the exit ramp. And after that, I've heard the ding at intermittent times but nothing ever happens.. It continues to idle fine. I'm not sure what it could be, this has only happened since it has gotten colder outside.
Thanks a lot to anyone that reads this and offers any advice
I'm really enjoying the car, however, I have a problem..I've basically come here asking for help, so anything is appreciated.
KIND OF LENGTHY
Anyways, here are my issues..
Problem one: When it's cold outside, and I start the car after having it off for a bit it will make a whining noise. It sounds to me like a belt, and according to some information i've gathered it could be the alternator overworking to charge my battery? I'm not sure though. If I turn the wheel, the noise is affected. Same with any amount of throttle. However it will go away after running for a minute or so, depending on the temperature.
Problem two: One day I was driving down a main road around where I live at a reasonable speed of about 45-50mph in 5th gear, no problems whatsoever. And I heard a single beeping noise, maybe even more like a ding.(It was the same exact noise you hear when the drivers door is opened with the car running, however this one only dinged once.) And still, nothing happened. BUT when I put my signal on to turn, I put the clutch in and moved the shifter into the neutral position and began to apply brakes. I didn't need to stop and wait at the intersection as no cars were coming, so I just rolled through and as I began to turn I noticed the steering felt far heavier than it should..and I realized the car had dropped below idle rpm's and just died. I pulled it over, and restarted. It idled at about 1500rpm for several seconds and eased back down to normal (800-900 est.) I put it in first, and proceeded slowly driving home. Since than, that has happened once more after coming off of I-75 on the exit ramp. And after that, I've heard the ding at intermittent times but nothing ever happens.. It continues to idle fine. I'm not sure what it could be, this has only happened since it has gotten colder outside.
Thanks a lot to anyone that reads this and offers any advice
Pages: [1]