Just five years ago, Pino's owner consulted me to improve the ride comfort when the mileage of Pino was 25,000 km. At that time, even though I feel doubt about the cheapness of the normal ride and gather information, the owner seemed to be in a very troubled situation when it was only a remodeling of appearance importance such as low-down and inch-up. Why not lower-down … [Read more...] about KYB New SR to KYB New SR (Nissan Pino DBA-HC24S Shock Absorber Replacement)
Misunderstanding about roll and role of shock absorbers – Balancing sports driving and ride comfort-
There are many misunderstandings about the sport of a car. Low vehicle ride-height, aerodynamic parts, high grip tires, lightweight aluminum wheels and inch up, small diameter steering, metal pedals, wide tread, etc. They are the image of a race car running on the circuit lightly and agilely. I think that most of the manufacturer special tailoring which changed to the … [Read more...] about Misunderstanding about roll and role of shock absorbers – Balancing sports driving and ride comfort-
Application of coil springs to other models for ride comfort improvement (Subaru Impreza WRX STi GDB-E, GGA-E rear springs replacement)
This post is a continuation of Subaru Impreza GDB which I kept in the shock absorber replacement the other day. Extremely ride comfort determined by shock absorber (Subaru Impreza WRX STi GDB-E, KYB Real Sport GRAVEL) A shock absorber for unpaved road competition sit on.On rough roads on public roads, the movement of the STi-model powerful coil springs has been … [Read more...] about Application of coil springs to other models for ride comfort improvement (Subaru Impreza WRX STi GDB-E, GGA-E rear springs replacement)
Dangerous cause of both headlights not work at the same time (Suzuki Every LE-DA62V)
This is Suzuki Every that I kept in that the headlight suddenly went out during the night running. MY2001 LE-DA62V K6A 3AT Mileage 159,000km The high beam is lit, and the running view seems to have been maintained, but I think that it was surprised when the front of the eyes suddenly became pitch black. As a cause of the left and right headlights not turning on both, … [Read more...] about Dangerous cause of both headlights not work at the same time (Suzuki Every LE-DA62V)
Reason to maintain Alfa Romeo in midsummer(Alfa GTV 916 V6 3.0L)
There was a reason why I maintain the Alfa romeo in the hottest season. I took The 916 Alpha GTV by replacing the spark plug and the ignition coil just before 100,000 kilometers. MY2001 GF-916C1 V6 3.0L 6MT mileage 95,000km. Heat from the V6 3.0 unit packed into the engine room degrades each part. To approach the three ignition devices in the rear bank of the V6 … [Read more...] about Reason to maintain Alfa Romeo in midsummer(Alfa GTV 916 V6 3.0L)
Overheating?? Investigating cause of rise of water temperature meter (Mitsubishi minica Toppo BJ GF-H42A)
Owner of Mitsubishi Minica Toppo BJ said, 'The needle of the water temperature meter is in a high position.' It points to a much higher position than the center, but it is not enough to shake it off.The owner was concerned about overheating and spent some time without working the air conditioner. MY1998 GF-H42A 3G83 4AT Mileage 164,000km However, when the cooling fan … [Read more...] about Overheating?? Investigating cause of rise of water temperature meter (Mitsubishi minica Toppo BJ GF-H42A)
Extremely ride comfort determined by shock absorber (Subaru Impreza WRX STi GDB-E, KYB Real Sport GRAVEL)
The customer who recently purchased Impreza GDB (Applied E) contacted me, because he was concerned about pushing up uncomfortable ride when passing through an unevenness road surface. MY2004 GH-GDB (Applied E) EJ20 Turbo 6MT Mileage 103,000km He read the previous article, and asked from the expectation that the ride comfort will be improved by replacing the shock … [Read more...] about Extremely ride comfort determined by shock absorber (Subaru Impreza WRX STi GDB-E, KYB Real Sport GRAVEL)
Exhaust volume regulation and actual inspection (96dB regulation proximity exhaust noise)
In the Kyoto transport bureau branch ofice, The leftmost car inspection line has been closed by the entrance shutter for more than a month. The reason is that the headlight tester issue. Multi-testers that measure and judge brakes, headlights, and speedometers at the same location are very popular because they require few operations during the … [Read more...] about Exhaust volume regulation and actual inspection (96dB regulation proximity exhaust noise)
Real reason why Owner can spend 240,000 kilometers in 23 years with his car (Nissan Sunny California E-WFY10)
Owner of Sunny California said "Does it means that I can't feel safe just because this maintenance is finished?" MY1995 E-WFY10 GA15 4AT Mileage 244,000km I have been with the owner of Sunny California for over 6 years. He will come to our store every time from more than 200km one way.I will always admire the engine room and beautiful interior and … [Read more...] about Real reason why Owner can spend 240,000 kilometers in 23 years with his car (Nissan Sunny California E-WFY10)
Spending more than 100,000 kilometers and 10 years with your car
In particular, the quality of japanese vehicles has improved remarkably in recent years. Previously, the life-time of a car was said to be 100,000 km, but at present, the impression is that the life-time of a modern car is about twice(and even more in some cases) as long as before. It is important to exchange oils and coolant and consumables at the appropriate time, but in … [Read more...] about Spending more than 100,000 kilometers and 10 years with your car
