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Hello everyone!
I am the proud new owner of a 1992 Berlina NSX, with 100,900 miles. I purchased it from a gentleman (a retired mechanic) who owned and worked on the car himself for about a decade. I could tell he was meticulous about certain things. https://photos.app.goo.gl/NEhVDAo7e7kXYVAYA
Pros:
-it had full service done at 100k
-timing belt/service recently completed
-new brake rotors and master cylinder
-water pump, new A/C compressor
-new starter, injectors, fuel pump, coils, plugs, and O2 sensors
-Comptech headers and exhaust
-new(ish) paint
-car drives well, feels solid, motor feels healthy, and hits those nostalgic notes
Cons:
-the car was declared salvage, and later given rebuilt title from CA (2004). From my understanding, they are one of a few states that requires an inspection to get rebuilt title
-radio doesn't work. Has power, but no sound.
-small tear in drivers side seat
My buddy and I took a look at the car on a lift, and we didn't see anything glaring, but a light residue of oil under what I assumed to be the oil pan. No evidence of frame damage or repair. No evidence of damage to suspension as far as I could tell.
I plan on having the trans, clutch, and coolant fluids replaced, as I want to make sure it's done. All coolant lines, and other rubber hoses have been replaced.
I did a fair amount of research, on this forum and other resources, before purchasing this car, and am curious about a few things.
1) the snap ring was never adressed as far as he knows, but the way he put it was, "if it hasn't caused an issue by now, it's probably not going to." I read that only certain transmission codes were affected. So, would it be safe to assume that I won't have to worry about this?
2) is there a trick to turn the TCS off? I pushed the button (while driving and still) but no light went on indicating the system was off
3) I've read capacitors/relays frequently go bad. Are there any parts that would be recommended to pre-emptively change out?
4) is there a way to change the clutch engagement point, which seems to be fairly high?
My plan is to get the Quaife steering rack, new wheels and tires, carbon fiber trim to replace all the worn pieces, and upgrade the steering wheel, radio, and shifter knob. I will likely upgrade to new ABS system. Ultimately, I have plans to twin turbo car through SOS, because why not. I see it as a weekend/track car. For that reason, I won't touch the gearing ratios.
Any and all suggestions/advice are welcome! I look forward to being a member of NSXCA, and participating in regional and national events. I'm grateful and elated to be a part of this passionate community of enthusiasts.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/NEhVDAo7e7kXYVAYA
I am the proud new owner of a 1992 Berlina NSX, with 100,900 miles. I purchased it from a gentleman (a retired mechanic) who owned and worked on the car himself for about a decade. I could tell he was meticulous about certain things. https://photos.app.goo.gl/NEhVDAo7e7kXYVAYA
Pros:
-it had full service done at 100k
-timing belt/service recently completed
-new brake rotors and master cylinder
-water pump, new A/C compressor
-new starter, injectors, fuel pump, coils, plugs, and O2 sensors
-Comptech headers and exhaust
-new(ish) paint
-car drives well, feels solid, motor feels healthy, and hits those nostalgic notes
Cons:
-the car was declared salvage, and later given rebuilt title from CA (2004). From my understanding, they are one of a few states that requires an inspection to get rebuilt title
-radio doesn't work. Has power, but no sound.
-small tear in drivers side seat
My buddy and I took a look at the car on a lift, and we didn't see anything glaring, but a light residue of oil under what I assumed to be the oil pan. No evidence of frame damage or repair. No evidence of damage to suspension as far as I could tell.
I plan on having the trans, clutch, and coolant fluids replaced, as I want to make sure it's done. All coolant lines, and other rubber hoses have been replaced.
I did a fair amount of research, on this forum and other resources, before purchasing this car, and am curious about a few things.
1) the snap ring was never adressed as far as he knows, but the way he put it was, "if it hasn't caused an issue by now, it's probably not going to." I read that only certain transmission codes were affected. So, would it be safe to assume that I won't have to worry about this?
2) is there a trick to turn the TCS off? I pushed the button (while driving and still) but no light went on indicating the system was off
3) I've read capacitors/relays frequently go bad. Are there any parts that would be recommended to pre-emptively change out?
4) is there a way to change the clutch engagement point, which seems to be fairly high?
My plan is to get the Quaife steering rack, new wheels and tires, carbon fiber trim to replace all the worn pieces, and upgrade the steering wheel, radio, and shifter knob. I will likely upgrade to new ABS system. Ultimately, I have plans to twin turbo car through SOS, because why not. I see it as a weekend/track car. For that reason, I won't touch the gearing ratios.
Any and all suggestions/advice are welcome! I look forward to being a member of NSXCA, and participating in regional and national events. I'm grateful and elated to be a part of this passionate community of enthusiasts.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/NEhVDAo7e7kXYVAYA