Every Nissan Silvia S15 owner knows the struggle…
You want that full SR20DET soundtrack but you don’t want the constant drone, headaches, or unwanted attention when daily driving.
So here’s what I did.
I installed a Varex Adjustable Muffler and paired it with an OEM+ style rocker switch from...
If your S15 is still at stock ride height, this DIY video walks through lowering the car by replacing front and rear strut/shock assemblies (same basic process for coilovers too).
I tested R-SR Down Sus springs — a lesser-documented but long-standing brand — and they turned out to be an...
I couldn't find much information on diagnostic tools for the S15 so I did a little online research and found this setup which means you get diagnostics, error codes, troublecodes (whatever you want to call them) straight to your mobile phone. Not only that but you can customise the view to see...
The A/C has never worked on my Silvia, and I was originally told it was likely either a failed compressor or a leaking condenser core. I took it to a local mechanic who quickly confirmed the issue because as soon as they attempted to refill the system, the A/C refrigerant poured straight out of...
As a follow-up to the above, I wanted to find a neat and secure way to mount the battery in its new rear location, now that the cables and terminals have been relocated. While there are plenty of aftermarket options available, none really offer the OEM+ finish that Nissan already engineered —...
Using Audi/VW (VAG) components for the battery relocation allows me to retain proper charging terminals in the engine bay, which is a huge convenience.
In the video, I walk through the actual cable and terminal hardware, how the (super thick!) cable is routed, and where it’s mounted. I...
Our S15 (200SX ADM with sunroof) came with only one key and the driver's side key barrel didn't function so anytime we locked the car up, to reopen it we had to unlock the passenger's door from the outside, unlock the driver's door from the inside, open the driver's door from the outside and...
Open up the door trim on the side it's on and have a look. If there's an aftermarket actuator that's gone offline - there's your issue.
If there's no aftermarket device and you know it used to work then match the actuator part like for like. You'll need to remove some bolts to remove the door...
Tired of your Silvia S15's peeling, blurry and sun damaged rearview mirror?
It's a common problem that can make your interior feel old and neglected. But don't worry, there's a solution. In this video, I'll show you how to upgrade to a sleek new mirror that not only looks better but also...
I swear the Silvia S15 (200SX as I'm in Aus) we got was a drift machine as the guards were rolled and all banged up, mostly likely from being too slammed and wheels fouling guards. We sourced replacement guards, luckily there are people in Aus who have panels on hand (not cheap but worth it) so...
Highly recommend doing this mod. I found that the regular bulbs can be hard to read, particularly during dawn and dusk.
Upgrading to modern LED bulbs really aids with visibility. Make sure you get the same diode configuration as the ones in the video to prevent hot and dark spots.
Hey all. Have upgraded my front and rear speakers for a set of components with Pioneer TS-D65C. Went with these so I could wire them up to have the 6x9 woofers as the subs (which they're not but I didn't want to add any more weight than I had to) and then move their tweeters up front.
For...