Hi guys, just got a 97 B14 Nissan Sentra.

What kind of gear box oil, engine oil(Semi-Synthetic) and coolant (also water to coolant ratio) should I be looking at

Thanks for any advise!

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I just started working with outstation sales.

Its reasonable acceleration imo. Want to change my clutch to a softer one tho. Its hard :S

it depend how much oil u press.... when start moving i press around 1500rpm then increase to 2000rpm....so the fuel consumption is more effective.... I try before run 70KM the fuel indicator no dropping at all
my b14 can run around 350KM using RON95 (max can 400KM using RON 97) and still left one quarter tank (mainly town area).... but i havent test full tank can run how many KM la....
BTW, are u Auto or manual transmission?

Do a leak down test. Not many workshops do it. If they ask you what is it...means you have to find another mechanic.

Suspension noise, check all your bushings and suspension mount.

Check your wiring with regards to the meter.

Check your distributor for oil. If yes, see if you can find someone to change the oil seal. Then refer the guy to me  .

Change the gearbox oil to synthetic transmission oil (I know more expensive).

Change to 10-60 engine oil and use original/OEM oil filter fake ones are known to collapse (I know more expensive).

Change brake fluid and check brake lines/ disc/ drum. check brake pads. break in the pads gently if you do change them.

Change all the coolant hoses( theres a few behind the intake manifold and engine block) Change radiator fluid remember to add long life coolant (I know very expensive).

Once the suspension is fixed go to a proper alignment shop. Not just any tire shop.

The alignment for the rear of the B14 cannot be adjusted unless you want to use a hydraulic jack. and not everyone can do this because you need to rig the torsion arm its hollow. you jack that it will be crushed.

Buy the best tires you can afford, it helps in the overall handling of the vehicle. It also helps in the braking department.
160-200 a piece is about right. if you have to upgrade your rims....go 15" best for performance and ride but range of available tires are limited. 16" is max with that size your turning radius would be dramatically reduced.

Whatever you do, dont use those lowering springs. The rear has only an inch of travel. so guess what happens if you do choose to lower your ride.

Most important check for chocolate mousse in the oil. means your cylinder head is kaput, if someone says the cracked cylinder head can be fixed I would like to meet him and stick it up his X@#.

With that Good Luck. Its a great car, better then the civics trust me.

Oh adjust your timing based on your fuel.

if you plan on using ron 95 you might need to retard your timing, otherwise the GA16DE you can advance it further to get more 'power'. As standard the timing is RETARDED (pun intended)