Quick Q - S1 Wgnc34 Cas

[Tangles]

Car wont run (properly), sometimes starts, but then stops & wont restart

Engine just turns over. Consult says error 11 by memory, faulty camshaft angle sensor

So, I need to replace the CAS

Car is 1997 S1 Stagea, RB25det (so a series 2 R33 engine)....

Need to get a replacement tomorrow (Monday) but Im not home, and forget if its a plastic cover CAS or the metal version.

Can someone check their 1997 Stagea and tell me if its the plastic CAS, asap?

Thanks very much.

[KiwiRS4T]

Nearly all S1 Stageas had the R33 S2 motor with metal Mitsubishi CAS. The very last of the series though had the Plastic covered Hitachi CAS. Maybe you can remember seeing the Mitsubishi logo on it?

[Tangles]

I'm v.confused now, I'm hearing I need plastic version, but also reading I need metal version.

I don't remember because I just didn't take notice!

It's a Feb 1997 build, with Tomei cams if that makes a difference.

Which cas do I purchase? Ta.

[Zorro]

metal cas in my 7/97, as i said mate, you can borrow mine to get you out of the shit, till you can find another one, but i still need it so cant sell it.

[Tangles]

Thanks mate, ill attempt to buy one tomorrow, but will let you know if I need to borrow for a week (if I need to order interstate).

Cheers for that offer, definitely appreciated!

[GoldZilla]

Mine's a 7/97 build too, and I'm pretty sure it has a metal CAS... Can check tomorrow if you want, mate.

[KiwiRS4T]

Genuine part in Melbourne $438: http://www.ebay.com....=item2323a63303

Second hand one in Adelaide ($179): http://www.ebay.com....=item416e9db24c

Cheaper second hand one in NZ (I could get it for you if you want -about $100 posted): http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/nissan/electrics/auction-553161714.htm

[Duncan]

my 8/97 had the black plastic CAS....so now we know the month they changed over

It was actually converted to the earlier style metal CAS when I put some 33 gtst cams in, the only change was swapping a wire in the plug

[Tangles]

Thanks lads! Will see what I can arrange.... Bob, thx for the offer, will hit you up if it comes down to it

[Tangles]

Got a metal one from Jap Import Spares for $120. Will fit tomorrow when I'm home & let you know what happens!

Cheers for the advice re build dates & plastic/metal models.

[Tangles]

Replacement didn't work. Mucked around with that & original, no go.

Found a shorting wire between ecu & piggyback, think it was the cas trigger wire!

Was exposed slightly in two areas (from when I've shut close the plastic kick panel previously), & touching each other.

Bit of tape to fix the 2 exposed wire areas, bingo: no more consult code 11 cas error, car runs with original cas installed now.

[Duncan]

good outcome

[Tangles]

Scared to drive anywhere tho, lol! See what happens tomorrow, fingers crossed its now ok.

Used all my spare coins to buy the replacement tho! Life of a student pensioner I guess

New g/f was very understanding & helpful tho - she's a keeper!!!

[Duncan]

zookeeper? beekeeper?

on the bright side, if you can't return the CAS, there is always ebay

[Tangles]

Hair 'keeper' free haircuts for life - score!

Yup, will eBay when I'm comfortable that all is right with my world again

Cheers again for the info lads