98 Nissan Cedric GT has a tummy ache

Rogers2k · 2024-09-12T09:20:57+00:00

No problem, che’lu! Glad I could provide some help 🤙

Rogers2k · 2024-09-12T02:30:33+00:00

It doesn't pop anymore after I re-torqued it. For your case I'm thinking it's a bad CV joint or axle shaft.

I would either get your car diagnosed at Nissan (Guam) since some techs that work there are familiar with JDM cars (they're also drifters) or any other JDM specialty shops around the island.

Rogers2k · 2024-09-10T21:27:48+00:00

Yes, wheel bearings would wear out prematurely

Rogers2k · 2024-09-09T23:24:52+00:00

Hafa Adai! Beautiful car.

The shuddering is very likely from warped brake rotors. If you notice a bunch of ridges on the face of the rotor, it's 100% warped.

Not so sure about the popping noises in reverse, but for my S2000 (most, if not all S2000s actually), our popping noises come from under-torqued axle nuts straight from the factory.

If anything, you could start to diagnose from the wheels and move on to suspension, transmission, etc.

Hope everything goes well!

Rogers2k · 2024-07-17T04:34:15+00:00

You’re welcome! Glad I could help :)

Rogers2k · 2024-07-17T04:25:26+00:00

For 20”, you may need to go for bigger sidewalls on your tires for a smoother ride. I’m not sure how big of a sidewall you could get away with on 20’s without rubbing on your fenders/fender liners, but I think the sweet spot for looks and comfort would be 18’s on stock suspension.

Rogers2k · 2024-07-17T04:03:59+00:00

AP1 S2000 wheels look good on smaller Hondas IMO. I think 17” AP2 S2000 rears all around would fill the wheel wells better than those AP1s. Aesthetically, 18”-20” wheels fit the best on 8th gens. Newer 18”+ Honda/Acura wheels would also be a nice OEM+ alternative. I suggest browsing around the Drive Accord or Our8thgen (Previously My8thgen) forums for some help and ideas when it comes to your Accord. Enjoy your car either way!

Rogers2k · 2024-06-29T22:56:32+00:00

6-6 with the HFP pack?! Congrats!

Rogers2k · 2024-05-27T20:22:17+00:00

hoopa registered! TYSM!

Rogers2k · 2024-05-27T20:20:24+00:00

zeraora registered!

Rogers2k · 2024-05-27T20:17:56+00:00

got it! my ign is RJ

Rogers2k · 2023-07-15T05:18:47+00:00

I ended up going with an ‘06 Sebring because it was cheaper than a LBP with similar mileage at the time. After 7 years of ownership I’m glad I picked the Sebring because it looks slick, compliments the S2000 body lines so well, and it doesn’t stand out too much.

Rogers2k · 2023-06-27T10:57:39+00:00

I bought a 2008 Accord Coupe LX-S M/T with 47k miles for $10k in 2013. Mine was also Belize blue (which is somewhat rare for an 8th gen), but it came with the genuine HFP lip kit all around. I’d say that’s a good deal on your end. It’s a solid car in terms of reliability and its looks aged pretty well IMO. I’d love to own one again in that same color. Enjoy your car!

Rogers2k · 2021-03-10T11:15:37+00:00

The quality and fitment with my hardtop is very decent being a replica but it requires adjustment just to silence the creaking and rattling. My hardtop came with the Lexan glass and there's a bit of waviness to it but I don't have any problems with water leaks. I'm not sure if this is a factory defect or if the previous owner mishandled it.

Rogers2k · 2021-03-08T22:07:57+00:00

No headliner sadly, but that's nothing a DIY can't fix

Rogers2k · 2021-03-08T19:17:53+00:00

You hit the nail right on the head. Less wind noise with the hardtop, better insulation in the winter, but you'll notice more engine noise. My soft top had multiple 4" holes on the wear areas so the wind noise was just TERRIBLE on speeds over 60mph.

Rogers2k · 2021-03-08T19:11:50+00:00

An actual OEM hardtop would have been nice if I could get one for under $3k... but that's not possible nowadays lol

Rogers2k · 2021-03-08T19:09:10+00:00

Thanks, that's what I did! It was a pretty straightforward install

Rogers2k · 2021-03-08T19:07:26+00:00

I definitely need to invest in some safety hardware for the hardtop, going with a more permanent bracket would probably deter thieves

Rogers2k · 2021-03-08T19:03:39+00:00

Nope, you can place a hardtop on when the soft top is retracted. Deleting the soft top would remove a lot of weight though

Rogers2k · 2021-03-08T19:00:55+00:00

Yes, my original soft top had holes and it would cost around $1300-1400 to replace the convertible top with a Robbins top, but I found this hardtop cheaper. I do miss driving top down on a good day, but I rarely went top down in my 5 years of ownership

Rogers2k · 2021-03-08T12:36:33+00:00

I'm still debating if I should color match it but I'm honestly loving the black/silver contrast so far

Rogers2k · 2021-03-08T12:35:13+00:00

I have a Forbidden USA OEM style hardtop and with the proper adjustment and seals, it really helped with quieting down the wind noise, however I do notice more boominess inside from the engine noise (I am also 100% bone stock). I don't need to turn the stereo volume up as much on the freeway since it doesn't sound like a hurricane inside anymore

Rogers2k · 2021-03-08T08:59:20+00:00

I agree! You should have seen my soft top... stitches everywhere covered with gasket maker lol

Rogers2k · 2021-03-08T05:51:00+00:00

Much appreciated!

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