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Thanks for advice guys. Much appreciated!

M35 rear sway bar query Hi all, I'm wanting to run dual exhaust on PNM35. Problem being the right side is hindered by the sway bar. I know a Y50 Fuga sway bar will fit and allow for dual pipes. I currently have a whiteline S/B installed and you all know the benefits of this. I don't think Fuga sway bar will afford the same benefits, so my query is will a Z34 rear sway bar fit our stags? (affordable aftermarket ones are available). Cheers

There are a number of plastic 'rivets' attached to the wheel-arch flares and side-skirts. These line up with plastic socket (sorry, I don't know the terminology) which are embedded in the car body. The rivets hold the flares to the car. You need a flathead screwdriver or similar to pop the rivet out, and there are screws under the sideskirts also. With the arch flares etc removed you will have a series of white plastic discs along your bodywork. They could be removed I guess, but then you'll have holes.

Finally got my car back. That's 1 good thing. And I know I'll never go back to that mechanic again and that's another good thing. Outcome was failed oil seals on the cam pulleys, which were replaced, in addition to the cam chain which was replaced. Likely factor was overheated engine, which has occured in the past due to failed low-speed fans. He also mentioned , as a side, that they suspected some problem with the cats due to ?blockage. They opened them up, removed the catalyst honeycomb, and welded it back up! The car certainly drives as it should again, but with obvious new exhaust tones, as can be imagined. Luckily I have a new set I've been waiting to put on. Thanks again for your advice, I managed to sound like I knew what I was talking about when discussing with the mechanic.

Thought I'd update this thread. My car is still getting fixed. I'm told the seals related to the solenoids are leaking, and are unable to maintain adequate pressure. I'm wondering if this is anything to do with the cam actuators. The engine has overheated before (due to the low-speed fan not working) and this may have contributed to premature seal failure. They do not think the trans is a problem. Parts are coming ex-Japan, and mechanic is not charging for labour. Just a question: would a stretched cam chain produce the same symptoms as these failed solenoids/seals? BTW, nickrussel's post above should be enshrined! Will keep you posted

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Thanks PranK. I've just done some basic stuff- swaybars, coilovers and undercar bracing. Was gearing up to do cat-back upgrade and possible supercharger down the track... but have run into an as yet undiagnosed problem with the car. Some folks on here have been giving me some great guidance.

I will definitely try to pin down the trans issue as things seem to be pointing in that direction unfortunately. From other's description of what limp mode is, mine seems not to be in it. The car operates in all gears etc and will reach motorway speeds etc, just without the gusto that it should. cheers for your suggestions, awesome!

With the key on, all the lights turn on, then go off with ignition. I'll have a good look under the car this weekend, not that I really have a clue. Will look for any obvious damage anywhere and try to remove the cats. Taking it back in on Monday to work out some "fair and just" resolution and ask some questions about the trans codes they mentioned. I haven't taken to trans specialist as only got the car back yesterday. Can the car throw error codes without engine lights going on? Thanks again all.

Thanks for the replies. Defintely no engine lights come on. The only codes seem to be from transmission. Yeah Alex ,the sound is from under the car not front r rear. I haven't had the cats checked for blockages. I do have a pair of Berk hfc's in the shed....

Hi all, I'm new to this forum but have looked aroud the site a fair bit. I've had my arx for 2 years now and love the car. Basic mods- BC Gold coilovers, whiteline swaybars, and undercar braces.I've run into my first major issue and have essentially been raped by the mechanic. I could do with some advice from those in the know amongst you. Basically I noticed a loss of power. Low speed response is ok-ish, but on accelerating there is a definite sluggish response and a much more audible exhaust sound. Sounds like it should be powering (given the noise) but only a lazy acceleration. Really not so bad at low speed, but still noticeable. The only event I can recall was rolling over a raised manhole. I heard something knock under the car but all seemed well. Anyway no engine lights are on. The mechanic did the full computer scans etc but essentially felt all the sensors etc were ok . They said something was wrong with the cams, but it wasn't electronic. They ultimately took engine apart and found the cam chain was stretched. They replaced the timing chains.Also replaced airflow meter.After 3 weeks I picked up the car today. It's absolutely no different! Perhaps a little worse. Below is what they put on the invoice: NO CODES COMES FOR ENGINE. BUT FEW COMES ON FOR THE TRANSMISSION. P1754 INPUT CLUTCH SOLENOID FNCTN P1759 FRONT BRAKE SOLENOID FNCT P1764 DIRECT CLUTCH SOLENOID FNCT P1769 HIGH AND LOW REVERSE SOLENIOD FNCT TEST DRIVE VEHICLE AND INDENTIFY FAULT TO AIR MASS SENSOR Could I have damaged a catalyst? Anyway any help would be appreciated .Thanks in advance.

Hi all, I've been browsing this site for while and decided it's time to jump on. I've had a pnm35 for 2 years now, I see heaps of m35's around NZ. Great cars. Anyway, I love this site, tons of info and expertise. Thanks