Just got a 1996 SC300
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Just got a 1996 SC300
So I just got a great deal on a 96 with 120k, was parked for a year and not running when I got it.
Battery was dead so that was the first thing I addressed, also tank was on empty so I put a few gallons in and got it running, although it was rough idle and tranny was shifting rough.
List of stuff done so far;
-changed plugs
-trans flush+fill (runs much better overfilled?)
-oil change
-pulled out the instrument cluster and replaced several burnt out bulbs (which was super fun since my steering wheel motor was stuck in a non-down position
Its running really smooth right now and I happy with it but mileage isn't great....
So I was thinking I would get an EMS and tune it- going to go turbo ultimately with the cxracing kit http://www.cxracing.com/mm5/merchant...y_Code=ESSC300
doing this on a budget so my questions are:
What is the best EMS for the money?
How are everyone's experiences with the CX racing kits?
Thanks!
Steve
Battery was dead so that was the first thing I addressed, also tank was on empty so I put a few gallons in and got it running, although it was rough idle and tranny was shifting rough.
List of stuff done so far;
-changed plugs
-trans flush+fill (runs much better overfilled?)
-oil change
-pulled out the instrument cluster and replaced several burnt out bulbs (which was super fun since my steering wheel motor was stuck in a non-down position
Its running really smooth right now and I happy with it but mileage isn't great....
So I was thinking I would get an EMS and tune it- going to go turbo ultimately with the cxracing kit http://www.cxracing.com/mm5/merchant...y_Code=ESSC300
doing this on a budget so my questions are:
What is the best EMS for the money?
How are everyone's experiences with the CX racing kits?
Thanks!
Steve
Last edited by stevegrizz; Jun 24, 2014 at 07:42 AM.
Nice find, mileage is not so great on these cars. 1JZ or 2JZGTE would be nice. I also ahve a 96 I am doing a 1,5JZ swap on and am looking at the same CXRacing kit. Will do some more research before I buy. good luck with you car.
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I've heard that the older ex mani's had clearance issues but the newer ones fit well...
As far as mileage, I don't see why they shouldn't be able to get high 20's city and mid 30's hwy with proper tuning. Since i wanted to go turbo an ems will be necessary down the road and this is why I was asking about best for the buck. I don't plan on more than 600whp on hi boost and 450ish on low hoping to do that without having to take the head off the motor.
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So I just got a great deal on a 96 with 120k, was parked for a year and not running when I got it.
Battery was dead so that was the first thing I addressed, also tank was on empty so I put a few gallons in and got it running, although it was rough idle and tranny was shifting rough.
List of stuff done so far;
-changed plugs
-trans flush+fill (runs much better overfilled?)
-oil change
-pulled out the instrument cluster and replaced several burnt out bulbs (which was super fun since my steering wheel motor was stuck in a non-down position
Its running really smooth right now and I happy with it but mileage isn't great....
So I was thinking I would get an EMS and tune it- going to go turbo ultimately with the cxracing kit http://www.cxracing.com/mm5/merchant...y_Code=ESSC300
doing this on a budget so my questions are:
What is the best EMS for the money?
How are everyone's experiences with the CX racing kits?
Thanks!
Steve
Battery was dead so that was the first thing I addressed, also tank was on empty so I put a few gallons in and got it running, although it was rough idle and tranny was shifting rough.
List of stuff done so far;
-changed plugs
-trans flush+fill (runs much better overfilled?)
-oil change
-pulled out the instrument cluster and replaced several burnt out bulbs (which was super fun since my steering wheel motor was stuck in a non-down position
Its running really smooth right now and I happy with it but mileage isn't great....
So I was thinking I would get an EMS and tune it- going to go turbo ultimately with the cxracing kit http://www.cxracing.com/mm5/merchant...y_Code=ESSC300
doing this on a budget so my questions are:
What is the best EMS for the money?
How are everyone's experiences with the CX racing kits?
Thanks!
Steve
I am surprised at the mileage given the luxury. I have the air on all day and with this level of comfort, I am surprised I am getting 18- 20 mpg. My 2006 Accord V6 with 244 hp only gave me about 20 mpg and the Ac never blew this cold and the ride was car wreck level. And the Lexus blows the Honda away in looks! 5 grand well spent. With better oil and stock spark plugs, I can't wait to do a "soft" tuneup of just the oil for starters or appetizers! and the then "hard tuneup" of spark plugs later on!!
Last edited by ClassicSC3; Jun 27, 2014 at 08:40 PM.
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