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acfitzzzz

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  1. Hi All, Well I am finally getting close to building another Z. Now that the prices have risen 10 fold or so,  I figure I'll spend my money... LOL. This would be my 4th Z car. So, I am looking into doing a complete build on an S30, probably a 76-78, as I just cant justifying tearing up a 240 now that the values are through the roof. I am looking at a complete build, engine, tranny, suspension, brakes, etc, etc. I am thinking about a few different motor configurations. Ideally I would like to see RWHP in the 375 to 425 area, and torque somewhat commensurate with those numbers. I have thought about a NA motor, but not so sure I will see those numbers from an NA motor. As I hate turbo lag, but love the top end of a turbo, I was pondering a twin scroll type of a set up. My budget is in the $15K to $20k area for the motor. As many of you on this site have much more experience in this area than I do I would love to get some input from you as to what your thoughts are on this project and which way would you go, NA 3.2 motor, slightly built RB series motor, single twin scroll or twin turbo? Also, if I decide to go RB who is a good RB engine builder out there, I am in the Washington state area. I should add that I am not looking for a drag car, but something more like a solid GT car that can also handle some light track day fun. 

     

    Thank you in advance for your input. 

  2. Hi Joe, great post on the ITB turbo set up. This is a route I also hope to go using the ITB's from Efi Hardware in Australia. When you built your air intake plenum were there any specific volume calculations you were trying to achieve or was it done more in a "what will fit" manner? Do you have any more pics of the air intake that you can post?

     

    Keep up the great work and the great posts.

     

    Adrian

  3. Hi Guys,

    Has anyone attempted to swap a steering wheel with all of it's audio and phone controls from a 370z to and S30. I'm looking at the new Pioneer NEX series and was thinking of retrofitting one into a 78z and thought it would be great to have the modern controls and look of the 370's steering wheel.

  4. Hi Folks,

    I am weighing the options between a VQ35 swap and  RB26 swap. I have been scouring the posts and threads to find out if anyone has successfully done a VQ35 swap and retained the A/C compressor. I have used the search feature and only found passing reference to the subject, or found that most people just forgo the A/C unit. Living in San Diego it can get pretty warm and I would rather keep the A/C, or perhaps look at an RB26 swap instead and keep the A/C. The car I am looking at swapping with is 1975 280z.

    Thanks in advance for any input and advice.

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