2008 National Gathering Pictures
Performance Imagery (Mobo on 3si) has posted a nice gallery of photos from the last NG. Check them outby clicking the image above.
Tip when installing lowering springs or changing struts
Tip of the day: If you are installing lowering springs or installing new struts, be sure that the alignment holes on strut and upper spring seat line up. I recently noticed one side had more wheel gap than the other and sure enough the holes aren’t aligned. Use a long screwdriver to make sure the holes are aligned.
Source: Ming696 on 3si
3S National Gathering 2008
The biggest and baddest 3S gathering is coming sooner than you think! Owners from all across the nation are making their way to Memphis, TN from June 17th-22nd. Events include a very popular car show, drag racing, autocross, roadcourse, photo shoots, driving school and even a tour of Graceland. You’ll be able to meet hundreds of 3S owners, see some really fast cars in action, and also support the community.
Check out 3Snationalgathering.com for full details and to sign up.
How to search 3SI.org for information
3SI (3000GT/Stealth International) is the most popular forum for 3S enthusiasts. With millions of posts and 28,000+ members, you can find a lot of great information including guides, part numbers, tips and tricks, and sources for parts. I’ll explain how to search 3SI to tap into this knowledge pool.
3000GT Stealth 60k/120k Mile Service
Dealers and shops usually charge $900-$1100 for the 60,000 or 120,000 mile service. For those of us who want to save a few hundred dollars in labor, here are a few links to get you on your way.
Recommended guides:
http://www.vr4stealth.com/60k-tune.htm
Quick tips:
- Label everything that comes out of the car
- Spray PB Blaster on troublesome bolts several hours before working on the car
- For your first time, expect to have to try a few times to get the timing belt on correctly
- Purchase your gaskets, filters, and fluids well in advance to avoid waits
- Use an air or electric impact wrench on the crank pulley bolt. You can purchase a heavy-duty electric one at Harbor Freight
- You can purchase the tensioner tool (socket wrench attachment) on eBay. Search for “Chrysler Timing Tool”
Recommended Tools/Accessories to make the job easier:
- Kitty litter to absorb spilled fluids
- Paint marker
- 3SX Cam lockers (expensive)
How to build a datalogger setup (PDA/Laptop)
If a check engine light (CEL) has come up on your gauge cluster, or you want the ability to see what your car’s computer is doing for tuning purposes, you should consider purchasing a datalogger setup to read codes and perform simple engine diagnostics. For modified twin turbo 3000GTs and Stealths, it is highly recommended you have one.
How to ship car parts (bumpers, sideskirts, spoilers, etc)
Anyone shipping used parts after a sale or trade knows it is a pain. Here you’ll find out how to keep the cost down when shipping car parts in general.
([2] 65″ boxes, [1] 60″ box, [2] smaller ones)
DOHC Oil Pump and Rod Bearing Replacement Guide
I have created this guide to supplement Antoni’s 3000GT/Stealth oil pump replacement guide. This guide will go into more detail than the guide found there and will give an account of my experience when I recently replaced my oil pump. I will give tips on how to avoid the problems I ran into along the way. First things first–most likely when you start, your car will look like this:
3000GT Hatch Strip Restoration Guide
A common wear item on the 3000GT is the black strip at the base of the hatch glass where the rear wiper sprouts from. It turns to a very dull gray and looks ugly. Fortunately, it is fairly easy to take care of this in your garage.
3000GT Sail Panel Restoration
On 91-98 3000GTs, the sail panels can fade and peel after years of exposure to the elements. With a few simple steps and an hour or two worth of work, you can get them shining again.
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