Team3S: 3000GT & Stealth    Monday, March 18 2002    Volume 01 : Number 786




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Date: Sun, 17 Mar 2002 12:16:02 -0700
From: "Moe Prasad" <mprasad01@earthlink.net>
Subject: Team3S: Stock IC pipe cleaning

What is the best way to clean the inside of a the stock IC pipes?  Should I
just use carb cleaner or something?

Rgds
Moe

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Date: Sun, 17 Mar 2002 11:25:35 -0800
From: "fastmax" <fastmax@cox.net>
Subject: Re: Team3S: Stock IC pipe cleaning

That's a little pricey and probably overkill ---- something like paint thinner
or lacquer thinner and a rag are all that's required. Paint thinner is
probably the safest to work with from a flammability point of view.

        Jim Berry
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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 04:58:54 -0800 (PST)
From: Frank Chen <jeep1978@yahoo.com>
Subject: Team3S: OBD-II Laptop Software

OBD-II Laptop Software

I saw this post from one of my Jeep forums I visited
and was wondering if anyone local can contact them to
see if they can find out if their product works on the
OBD-II For 3000GT/Stealths.

Auto Tap
http://www.autotap.com/welcome.html

AutoTap Model AT1 Technical Specifications
The AutoTap model AT1 is a "Smart" Converter Cable. It
connects the special OBD II connector on or under the
dash of your car or light truck and the RS-232 ("COM")
port of your computer. A specialized microprocessor
and custom circuitry in the converter case translate
the signals from your car or truck's sensors and
computer modules to easy-reading messages

Input: SAE J1850 VPW (Variable Pulse Width Modulation)
OBD II Signal Standard
Output: RS-232 serial signal
Car/Converter Cable: 4', custom molded J1962 male
connector to DB-9 female, included
Converter/PC Cable: 6', DB-9 female to DB-9 male,
included
External Power: None required. Draws about 10mA from
vehicle cable.
Data Rates: 19.2K bps on RS-232, 10.4K bps on J1850
Data Transmission: Word length 8, no parity, 1 stop
bit
Units of Measure: English or metric, your choice,
easily switched
Temperature Range: 32° to 158° F (0° to 70° C)
non-condensing
Software: DOS program on one 3.5" diskette, included
Windows program on one CD, included
Dimensions: 4" long x 1.75" wide x .875" thick, plus
cables
Weight: 4 oz., plus cables
Warranty: One Year Replacement. Products that are
damaged or modified are not covered.

AutoTap Model AT2 Technical Specifications
The AutoTap model AT2 is a "Smart" Converter Cable. It
connects the special OBD II connector on or under the
dash of your car or light truck and the RS-232 ("COM")
port of your computer. A specialized microprocessor
and custom circuitry in the converter case translate
the signals from your car or truck's sensors and
computer modules to easy-reading messages

Input: SAE J1850 PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) OBD II
Signal Standard
Output: RS-232 serial signal
Car/Converter Cable: 4', custom molded J1962 male
connector to DB-9 female, included
Converter/PC Cable: 6', DB-9 female to DB-9 male,
included
External Power: None required. Draws about 10mA from
vehicle cable
Data Rates: 19.2K bps on RS-232, 41.6K bps on J1850
Data Transmission: Word length 8, no parity, 1 stop
bit
Units of Measure: English or metric, your choice,
easily switched
Temperature Range: 32° to 158° F (0° to 70° C)
non-condensing
Software: DOS program on one 3.5" diskette, included
Windows program on one CD, included
Dimensions: 4" long x 1.75" wide x .875" thick, plus
cables
Weight: 4 oz., plus cables
Warranty: One Year Replacement. Products that are
damaged or modified are not covered.

AutoTap Model AT3 Technical Specifications
The AutoTap model AT3 is a "Smart" Converter Cable. It
connects the special OBD II connector on or under the
dash of your car or light truck and the RS-232 ("COM")
port of your computer. A specialized microprocessor
and custom circuitry in the converter case translate
the signals from your car or truck's sensors and
computer modules to easy-reading messages

Input: ISO 9141-2 OBDII Signal Standard
Output: RS-232 serial signal
Car/Converter Cable: 4', custom molded J1962 male
connector to DB-9 female, included
Converter/PC Cable: 6', DB-9 female to DB-9 male,
included
External Power: None required. Draws about 10mA from
vehicle cable
Data Rates: 19.2K bps on RS-232, 10.4K bps on ISO
9141-2
Data Transmission: Word length 8, no parity, 1 stop
bit
Units of Measure: English or metric, your choice,
easily switched
Temperature Range: 32° to 158° F (0° to 70° C)
non-condensing
Software: DOS program on one 3.5" diskette, included
Windows program on one CD, included
Dimensions: 4" long x 1.75" wide x .875" thick, plus
cables
Weight: 4 oz., plus cables
Warranty: One Year Replacement. Products that are
damaged or modified are not covered.

AutoTap Model AT123 Technical Specifications
The AutoTap Pro (Model AT123) is a "Smart" Converter
Cable. It connects the special OBD II connector on or
under the dash of your car or light truck and the
RS-232 ("COM") port of your computer. A specialized
microprocessor and custom circuitry in the converter
case translate the signals from your car or truck's
sensors and computer modules to easy-reading messages

Input: Either SAE J1850 VPW (Variable Pulse Width
Modulation), SAE J1850 PWM (Pulse Width Modulation),
ISO9141, or Chrysler SCI
Output: RS-232 serial signal
Car/Converter Cable: 4', custom molded J1962 male
connector to DB-9 female, included
Converter/PC Cable: 6', DB-9 female to DB-9 male,
included
External Power: None required. Draws about 10mA from
vehicle cable
Data Rates: 19.2 kbps on RS-232, 10.4 kbps on J1850
VPW, 41.6 kbps on J1850 PWM, 10.4 kbps on ISO9141, and
7812.5 bps on Chrysler SCI
Data Transmission: Word length 8, no parity, 1 stop
bit
Units of Measure: English or metric, your choice,
easily switched
Temperature Range: 32° to 158° F (0° to 70° C)
non-condensing
Software: DOS program on one 3.5" diskette, included
and on CD, included
Windows program on one CD, included
Dimensions: 4" long x 1.75" wide x .875" thick, plus
cables
Weight: 4 oz., plus cables
Warranty: One Year Replacement. Products that are
damaged or modified are not covered.

=====
- -Frank-
                                    "JEEPers"
     EMERGENCY EMAIL: <2017479867@mobile.att.net>
     http://www.geocities.com/Baja/Canyon/6045/

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 09:48:16 -0500
From: "Furman, Russell" <RFurman2@MassMutual.com>
Subject: Team3S: Fixing Broken Bleeder Screw

Ok so I got a #2 ez-out, and my speedbleeders should be here on Tuesday. 

Now my questions should I use a larger ezout and if so what size?  Also when
installing the new speed bleeders should I use thread tape or thread goo
when installing them?

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 09:12:05 -0600
From: "Black, Dave (ICT)" <dblai@allstate.com>
Subject: Team3S: 'Start Duty' setting for Apexi AVC-R?

Does anyone use the start duty setting for the AVCR?  If so, what are your
settings?

Dave 95VR4
http://www.daveblack.net

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 07:12:27 -0800
From: "fastmax" <fastmax@cox.net>
Subject: Re: Team3S: Fixing Broken Bleeder Screw

A word of caution on the ez-out --- be careful, if you break it off in the
hole you've got a mess on your hands, you can't drill an ez-out out.

I'd drill the bleeder out to a larger diameter and use as large an ez-out as
you can to help prevent breakage. The other key is to make sure you
only twist the ez-out and don't put any side forces on it.

I'd also use a dab of anti seize compound on the new one --- too much
and you might end up with some in the hydraulic system --- I don't know
what that would do but it probably isn't good.

        Jim Berry
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- ----- Original Message -----
From: "Furman, Russell" <RFurman2@MassMutual.com>

> Ok so I got a #2 ez-out, and my speedbleeders should be here on Tuesday. 
>
> Now my questions should I use a larger ezout and if so what size?  Also when
> installing the new speed bleeders should I use thread tape or thread goo
> when installing them?

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 10:17:22 -0500
From: "Furman, Russell" <RFurman2@MassMutual.com>
Subject: RE: Team3S: 'Start Duty' setting for Apexi AVC-R?

Yeah Dave I do,  turn learn mode off in all  gears but 3rd, get the car
hitting your target boost in third.   Then use start duty  +6 in first +3 in
second +/- 1 in third (depends if you are getting "too much" overboost)
Then -6 in fourth and -9 in 5th......  Keep in mind these settings are for a
93 VR-4 but they should give you a good starting point.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Black, Dave (ICT) [SMTP:dblai@allstate.com]
> Sent: Monday, March 18, 2002 10:12 AM
> To: Team3s (E-mail); 'stealth@starnet.net'
> Subject: Team3S: 'Start Duty' setting for Apexi AVC-R?
>
> Does anyone use the start duty setting for the AVCR?  If so, what are your
> settings?
>
> Dave 95VR4
> http://www.daveblack.net

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 09:34:53 -0600
From: "Willis, Charles E." <cewillis@TexasChildrensHospital.org>
Subject: RE: Team3S: intercoolers

if you also replace the splash guard extensions with hardware cloth, the
fans will put more air into the wheelwells, perhaps better brake cooling.

Chuck

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Mike & Cathy [SMTP:micajoco@theofficenet.com]
> Sent: Friday, March 15, 2002 10:17 PM
> To: team3s stealth-3000gt
> Subject: Team3S: intercoolers
>
> I have my intercoolers out cleaning them. Looking at them and measuring
> them
> they are 71/2"
> square (core).  Summit Racing has a 7"x 2.55"thick and a 8"x 2.32" fans
> that
> move 400cfm .
> By moving the oil cooler back and placing a fan between the intercooler
> and
> oil cooler it should
> benifit both in the cooling, mostly during heavy traffic. Has anyone given
> this a try? The 8'
> would be a push to fit, but I'am sure it will. What would the effect of
> HWY
> speeds have on the fans if any?
> Mike S 92 rt tt Wash St

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 09:41:55 -0600
From: "Willis, Charles E." <cewillis@TexasChildrensHospital.org>
Subject: RE: Team3S: break mismatch

Swap the pads.  The only real difference is the wear indicator on the
inboard pad.  And stay off the sauce!

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Joseph Spainhour [SMTP:spainhou@coastalnet.com]
> Sent: Sunday, March 17, 2002 6:06 AM
> To: team3s@stealth-3000gt.st
> Subject: Team3S: break mismatch
>
>
> Hello all,
>
>   Stupid me put the breaks on wrong (too much beer that day).
> I put both front pads on one side and both back pads on another side.
> They were broke in yesterday. Maybe 10 miles or so. No further
> driving has been done. Should I correct the problem by moving the two
> incorect pads, leave it alone until the next break job, or buy new
> pads and replace them.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Joseph
> 93 3kgt vr4

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 12:12:46 -0500
From: "Furman, Russell" <RFurman2@MassMutual.com>
Subject: FW: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)

OK Folks, I just got off the phone with my local autozone about prices for
the GN Coil pack, they have to order it and it will take about day and a
half to get but its only $99.  Now if someone else on the list could
confirm/deny this price with their local shop I would appreciate it  :)

If it is correct I will order it Thursday and report back to list around
Sunday/Monday with my results.  Just so Roger has one less thing to try out.
I will be testing these in place of the stock coils no MSD/HKS add ons.

Finally feel like I am contributing to the list ;p

Russ F
CT

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Roger Gerl [SMTP:roger.gerl@bluewin.ch]
> Sent: Monday, March 18, 2002 9:43 AM
> To: Furman, Russell
> Subject: Re: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)
>
> Russ,
>
> Check out the GN Turbo coil pack from Accel and the MSD adapter for it.
> This
> should provide the best solution. But you need other boots and probably
> longer wires as well. This is the most work I'd say.
>
> Roger
> 93'3000GT TT
> www.rtec.ch
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Furman, Russell" <RFurman2@MassMutual.com>
> To: "'Roger Gerl'" <roger.gerl@bluewin.ch>
> Sent: Monday, March 18, 2002 2:39 PM
> Subject: RE: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)
>
>
> > Hey Roger, when you get a the coils could you let me know which was the
> > easiest to install compared to stock?
> >
> > Thanks
> > Russ F
> > CT
> >
> > > -----Original Message-----
> > > From: Roger Gerl [SMTP:roger.gerl@bluewin.ch]
> > > Sent: Sunday, March 17, 2002 7:43 AM
> > > To: 'Team 3S'
> > > Subject: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)
> > >
> > > Since a long time we are in research for a solution that gets rid of
> the
> > > spark blowout at high boost. Our weak ignition system (small
> transistors,
> > > low current, medium voltage) consists of a coil driver transistor
> module
> > > and
> > > three coils firing twice (one as waste spark).
> > >
> > > Now one solutions was found by using an aftermarket ignition amplifier
> > > with
> > > other coils. As the parts are expensive one may onyl upgrade the coils
> but
> > > here rises a big problem as the aftermarket coil from Accel used on
> > > motorcycles has a primary resistance of 3 Ohms what is way too high
> > > compared
> > > to the stock 0.67 - 0.81 Ohms. Therefore NEVER used them with the
> stock
> > > ignition module as it may be damaged due to the limitation of the
> > > transistors. In fact they are also the limtiers for the current and
> > > therefore an ever lower voltage may be produced by the coils.
> > >
> > > Therefore, only use an aftermarket igntion amplifier like MSD DIS-4
> (with
> > > coil adapters) or HKS TwinPower.
> > >
> > > Another way to be investigated is using the Accel coils for GM cars.
> Just
> > > search the web for more information on 140016 (Coil pack for the GN
> Turbo)
> > > and 140017 (Super DIS coil). Both are providing a good primary
> resistance
> > > (stock : 067-0.81, Coil Pack 0.7Ohm +/- 10%, Super Coil 0.5Ohm +/-
> 10%).
> > > Secondary resistance is not that important as the inducted voltage is
> > > (Pack
> > > : 42kV, Super coil : 45kV, stock ... I couldn't find but it's about
> 39kV).
> > > I
> > > ordered both parts but it's very expensive to get the stuff over to
> > > Europe.
> > >
> > > Roger
> > > 93'3000GT TT
> > > www.rtec.ch

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 11:28:56 -0600
From: "Jannusch, Matt" <mjannusch@marketwatch.com>
Subject: RE: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)

> If it is correct I will order it Thursday and report back to
> list around Sunday/Monday with my results.  Just so Roger has
> one less thing to try out. I will be testing these in place
> of the stock coils no MSD/HKS add ons.

You'll need three of them, if they are like the stock coils (single coil per
pack, two plug outputs for wasted-spark system).  Jeg's has them for $85.99
each.

- -Matt
'95 3000GT Spyder VR4

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 18:27:26 +0100
From: "Roger Gerl" <roger.gerl@bluewin.ch>
Subject: Re: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)

Why taking the original part for a high price when the better is available
for less ??

I have mailed you the number and the correct adapter. If not using the
adapter you have to work out a good connection and I wonder how you do this
:-)

Looking forward
Roger
93'3000GT TT
www.rtec.ch

- ----- Original Message -----
From: "Furman, Russell" <RFurman2@MassMutual.com>
To: "'Team 3S'" <Team3S@stealth-3000gt.st>
Sent: Monday, March 18, 2002 6:12 PM
Subject: FW: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)

> OK Folks, I just got off the phone with my local autozone about prices for
> the GN Coil pack, they have to order it and it will take about day and a
> half to get but its only $99.  Now if someone else on the list could
> confirm/deny this price with their local shop I would appreciate it  :)
>
> If it is correct I will order it Thursday and report back to list around
> Sunday/Monday with my results.  Just so Roger has one less thing to try
out.
> I will be testing these in place of the stock coils no MSD/HKS add ons.
>
> Finally feel like I am contributing to the list ;p
>
> Russ F
> CT
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Roger Gerl [SMTP:roger.gerl@bluewin.ch]
> > Sent: Monday, March 18, 2002 9:43 AM
> > To: Furman, Russell
> > Subject: Re: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)
> >
> > Russ,
> >
> > Check out the GN Turbo coil pack from Accel and the MSD adapter for it.
> > This
> > should provide the best solution. But you need other boots and probably
> > longer wires as well. This is the most work I'd say.
> >
> > Roger
> > 93'3000GT TT
> > www.rtec.ch
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Furman, Russell" <RFurman2@MassMutual.com>
> > To: "'Roger Gerl'" <roger.gerl@bluewin.ch>
> > Sent: Monday, March 18, 2002 2:39 PM
> > Subject: RE: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)
> >
> >
> > > Hey Roger, when you get a the coils could you let me know which was
the
> > > easiest to install compared to stock?
> > >
> > > Thanks
> > > Russ F
> > > CT
> > >
> > > > -----Original Message-----
> > > > From: Roger Gerl [SMTP:roger.gerl@bluewin.ch]
> > > > Sent: Sunday, March 17, 2002 7:43 AM
> > > > To: 'Team 3S'
> > > > Subject: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)
> > > >
> > > > Since a long time we are in research for a solution that gets rid of
> > the
> > > > spark blowout at high boost. Our weak ignition system (small
> > transistors,
> > > > low current, medium voltage) consists of a coil driver transistor
> > module
> > > > and
> > > > three coils firing twice (one as waste spark).
> > > >
> > > > Now one solutions was found by using an aftermarket ignition
amplifier
> > > > with
> > > > other coils. As the parts are expensive one may onyl upgrade the
coils
> > but
> > > > here rises a big problem as the aftermarket coil from Accel used on
> > > > motorcycles has a primary resistance of 3 Ohms what is way too high
> > > > compared
> > > > to the stock 0.67 - 0.81 Ohms. Therefore NEVER used them with the
> > stock
> > > > ignition module as it may be damaged due to the limitation of the
> > > > transistors. In fact they are also the limtiers for the current and
> > > > therefore an ever lower voltage may be produced by the coils.
> > > >
> > > > Therefore, only use an aftermarket igntion amplifier like MSD DIS-4
> > (with
> > > > coil adapters) or HKS TwinPower.
> > > >
> > > > Another way to be investigated is using the Accel coils for GM cars.
> > Just
> > > > search the web for more information on 140016 (Coil pack for the GN
> > Turbo)
> > > > and 140017 (Super DIS coil). Both are providing a good primary
> > resistance
> > > > (stock : 067-0.81, Coil Pack 0.7Ohm +/- 10%, Super Coil 0.5Ohm +/-
> > 10%).
> > > > Secondary resistance is not that important as the inducted voltage
is
> > > > (Pack
> > > > : 42kV, Super coil : 45kV, stock ... I couldn't find but it's about
> > 39kV).
> > > > I
> > > > ordered both parts but it's very expensive to get the stuff over to
> > > > Europe.
> > > >
> > > > Roger
> > > > 93'3000GT TT
> > > > www.rtec.ch

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 12:35:33 -0500
From: "Furman, Russell" <RFurman2@MassMutual.com>
Subject: RE: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)

I sent the below email before I got your one from below..............   Damn
work exchange server has a mind of its own, I was about to send out a
corrected/updated email. 

Now that I have apologized for my inadequacies ;)  see below for the
pertinent information Roger sent to me

At Summit Racing search for :

MSD-8878 and ACC-140016

These are the parts that fit together. I have them on order too as well as
the wires (boots are different !).

Take care
Roger

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Roger Gerl [SMTP:roger.gerl@bluewin.ch]
> Sent: Monday, March 18, 2002 12:27 PM
> To: 'Team 3S'
> Subject: Re: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)
>
> Why taking the original part for a high price when the better is available
> for less ??
>
> I have mailed you the number and the correct adapter. If not using the
> adapter you have to work out a good connection and I wonder how you do
> this
> :-)
>
> Looking forward
> Roger
> 93'3000GT TT
> www.rtec.ch
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Furman, Russell" <RFurman2@MassMutual.com>
> To: "'Team 3S'" <Team3S@stealth-3000gt.st>
> Sent: Monday, March 18, 2002 6:12 PM
> Subject: FW: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)
>
>
> > OK Folks, I just got off the phone with my local autozone about prices
> for
> > the GN Coil pack, they have to order it and it will take about day and a
> > half to get but its only $99.  Now if someone else on the list could
> > confirm/deny this price with their local shop I would appreciate it  :)
> >
> > If it is correct I will order it Thursday and report back to list around
> > Sunday/Monday with my results.  Just so Roger has one less thing to try
> out.
> > I will be testing these in place of the stock coils no MSD/HKS add ons.
> >
> > Finally feel like I am contributing to the list ;p
> >
> > Russ F
> > CT
> >
> > > -----Original Message-----
> > > From: Roger Gerl [SMTP:roger.gerl@bluewin.ch]
> > > Sent: Monday, March 18, 2002 9:43 AM
> > > To: Furman, Russell
> > > Subject: Re: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)
> > >
> > > Russ,
> > >
> > > Check out the GN Turbo coil pack from Accel and the MSD adapter for
> it.
> > > This
> > > should provide the best solution. But you need other boots and
> probably
> > > longer wires as well. This is the most work I'd say.
> > >
> > > Roger
> > > 93'3000GT TT
> > > www.rtec.ch
> > >
> > > ----- Original Message -----
> > > From: "Furman, Russell" <RFurman2@MassMutual.com>
> > > To: "'Roger Gerl'" <roger.gerl@bluewin.ch>
> > > Sent: Monday, March 18, 2002 2:39 PM
> > > Subject: RE: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)
> > >
> > >
> > > > Hey Roger, when you get a the coils could you let me know which was
> the
> > > > easiest to install compared to stock?
> > > >
> > > > Thanks
> > > > Russ F
> > > > CT

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 18:37:14 +0100
From: "Roger Gerl" <roger.gerl@bluewin.ch>
Subject: Re: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)

> You'll need three of them, if they are like the stock coils (single coil
per
> pack, two plug outputs for wasted-spark system).  Jeg's has them for
$85.99
> each.

No absolutely not. The GN coil pack has three coils in one pack ! Only it's
connection is GN specific but with the MSD adapter no problem anymore.

Roger
93'3000GT TT
www.rtec.ch

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 11:42:26 -0600
From: "Jannusch, Matt" <mjannusch@marketwatch.com>
Subject: RE: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)

> No absolutely not. The GN coil pack has three coils in one
> pack ! Only it's connection is GN specific but with the MSD
> adapter no problem anymore.

Very nice, I couldn't find a picture of it anywhere so I assumed wrongly.
I'd be interested in hearing how this coil pack works, especially without a
DIS-4.

For the price, this looks like a great option if it works.

- -Matt
'95 3000GT Spyder VR4

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 18:51:37 +0100
From: "Roger Gerl" <roger.gerl@bluewin.ch>
Subject: Re: Team3S: Ignition upgrade (warning and options)

> Very nice, I couldn't find a picture of it anywhere so I assumed wrongly.
> I'd be interested in hearing how this coil pack works, especially without
a
> DIS-4.
>
> For the price, this looks like a great option if it works.

My thoughts :) The GN DIS Coil pack can be found in the pdf file on
www.mrgasket.com site. The adapter is on the MSD site under the new for 2002
section.  The data of the coils are close to our stock system but are
stronger and of higher quality so the inductive voltage should be higher.

We'll see ;-)

Roger
93'3000GT TT
www.rtec.ch

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 10:18:31 -0800 (PST)
From: Jeff Lucius <stealthman92@yahoo.com>
Subject: Team3S: stealth316.com has moved (again)

I have had it with Yahoo geocities (limited storage, no offsite
linking to images, restricted file types, etc.) and have moved to
PowWeb, where I have plenty of storage and all the services I need. I
also took this opportunity to re-organize my web site. I apologize to
those that link or bookmark directly to my web pages, but this change
should be the last url change. Any future moves (not for at least 14
months) should be transparent. Also please bear with any glitches
caused buy the move or re-organization. This re-organization will
facilitate an index and search utilities.

As always, www.stealth316.com automatically forwards to the current
host (powweb now). The old web sites should disappear - geocities
(gone!) and 3SI (I have been trying for 6 months!).

Here is an example of an improved url (for my turbo upgrade guide):
Old web site (no longer exists!):
http://www.geocities.com/lutransys/jlucius2/j2-2-turboguide.htm
New web site:
http://www.stealth316.com/2-turboguide.htm

I have had mixed success with the email features. Sometimes
jlucius@stealth316.com works and sometimes it doesn't.
stealthman92@yahoo.com always seems to work.

Current site stats:
about 160 web pages
about 1480 images
about 100 visitors per day

Jeff Lucius, http://www.stealth316.com/

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 13:18:34 -0500
From: "Darren Schilberg" <dschilberg@pobox.com>
Subject: RE: Team3S: Fixing Broken Bleeder Screw

The SpeedBleeder comes with thread sealant already applied (you can see
it in the pictures on their site, www.speedbleeder.com/install.htm).
They just warn to not overtighten and I can't stress that enough.  It
doesn't need to be completely cranked shut to block out brake fluid.
That is what the thread sealant helps to do.

SpeedBleeder sells thread sealant but I imagine stuff from the store is
fine if you need it.

And don't do the Boy Scout way of "turn it til you strip it then tighten
another 1/4 turn" as this is not recommended.  <grin>  Just turn it
until it is snug.  I can remember a direction that Brad Bedell told me
when I was installing them in my Big Reds ... he said, "Remember that if
you strip the threads of the Big Red when installing them then your $14
SpeedBleeders are going to end up costing $1,500."  Needless to say I
had to tighten them 1/4 turn after 1/4 turn until the brake fluid
stopped dripping.  I just *did not* want to overtighten it initially.

- --Flash!
1995 VR-4, Big Reds, SpeedBleeders

- -----Original Message-----
From: Furman, Russell
Sent: Monday, March 18, 2002 09:48
 
Ok so I got a #2 ez-out, and my speedbleeders should be here on Tuesday.


Now my questions should I use a larger ezout and if so what size?  Also
when
installing the new speed bleeders should I use thread tape or thread goo
when installing them?

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 14:38:03 -0500
From: pvg1@daimlerchrysler.com
Subject: RE: Team3S: Fixing Broken Bleeder Screw

>The SpeedBleeder comes with thread sealant already applied (you can see
>it in the pictures on their site, www.speedbleeder.com/install.htm).
>They just warn to not overtighten and I can't stress that enough.  It
>doesn't need to be completely cranked shut to block out brake fluid.
>That is what the thread sealant helps to do.

I am not familiar with 3S brake bleeders just yet, but if they are like
99.9% of all the bleeders out there, they seal on the tapered cone at the
tip the bleeder screw. The thread does not participate in sealing, the cone
does. And that compound on the threads should be anti-seize, so that it is
easier to loosen the bleeder after it goes through several years of driving
in snow and salt.

>SpeedBleeder sells thread sealant but I imagine stuff from the store
>is fine if you need it.

They say they have thread sealant there, oh well... Whatever. Anything will
work as long as it keeps water and salt out.

>And don't do the Boy Scout way of "turn it til you strip it then tighten
>another 1/4 turn" as this is not recommended.  <grin>  Just turn it
>until it is snug.

Good advice. It is hard to undertighten those. Even if you hand-tighten it
by mistake and it starts leaking, you brake fluid level warning light (if
working properly) will tell you right away that you have a fluid leak.

Philip

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