2JZ Z engine pics

[Z-Gad]

Well, I am making progress and wanted to share a few pictures. They are loaded in my gallery here on HybridZ, so hopefully the link will work. There are 2 engine photos and a couple of pictures of the 9 second certified roll cage that was just installed. Enjoy
http://album.hybridz.org/showgallery...00&ppuser=7981

Well done! That's coming along nicely!

[wigenOut-S30]

WOW mike.. looking awesome.. I think this next SEZS should yeld some serious POWA!!

[Jeff]

Looks great Mike but I'm not sure if that intercooler is quite big enough. Can't wait to see that beast in action, let us know when it is ready for its debut.

[Z-Gad]

Thank you for the kind words. I hope to be up and running in ~3 weeks. Recent installations include the cage, Cobra racing seats, 5-point harnesses, rear quarters cut and welded for ZG flares. I have finished installing the doors, side glass, fuel cell and SX fuel pump. Battery is relocated to the rear, dash and autometer gauges installed, springs, shocks, tie rod ends, urethane bushings, and probably some more items that I cannot remember at this time.

My short list of things to do consists of.. painless wiring install, brake line and line loc install, -10 fuel line from rear to engine bay, windshield, back glass, weather stripping install, interior panels, and bumpers, all of which I have. I purchased a TEC II second hand from a fellow on the Supra boards, and he informed me today that he is out of town and won't be able to ship until Monday, so I should expect that by the end of next week. Fortunately (or unfortunately , depending on how you look at it), I work part-time in the evenings, so my days are free until 2pm and I have 3 days off a week, so not having time is not an excuse.

Zgad that thing is gonna be crazy I cant wait to see performance numbers and videos! keep up updated and keep up the good worrk

[Ivan280zt]

Mike,

Damn man i really like those sweet a$$ wheels you got there bud. Btw where is turbo on that thing? lol

Ivan

[Scottie-GNZ]

I look into my crystal ball and see an *** whupping at the next SEZ. Mine....and everybody else's.

[fl327]

Thats gonna kick major *** everywhere, especially with the th400... WHOA!

[slownrusty]

Absolutely awesome...wow! Love it...that turbo is huge too!

[Cjarloz]

oh geez i think i may passout. mike let me know when ur hittingorlando speed world so i can see you lay waste.

[Z-Gad]

Ivo- Thanks for the props on the wheels, I think I'll put on the ole 'D' center hubcaps hanging on my wall for the sleeper effect...NOT!!

turbo is T-72 BB w/ .81 ar turbine housing

Tx FL327, I have never had a powerful auto car, so it may take some getting used to...but when I do...

Scottie- I am not going to count mt timeslips before they are hatched, but the next SEZS should be very interesting!! Hopefully we'll have another awesome turnout

I'll keep everyone posted as the car comes together.
Big thanks to the guys at Mazworx (shameless plug for them). They did the cage, engine and tranny mounts, intercooler pipes, and a bunch of other little stuff to get the car this far.
www.mazworx.com

[Clifton]

Originally Posted by Z-Gad

turbo is T-72 BB w/ .81 ar turbine housing

Wow, what injectors are you running? I would think atleast 720's. That's going to be fast.

[Scottie-GNZ]

Originally Posted by Z-Gad

Big thanks to the guys at Mazworx (shameless plug for them). They did the cage, engine and tranny mounts, intercooler pipes, and a bunch of other little stuff to get the car this far.
www.mazworx.com

I have no shame in plugging Mark and his shop. Mark was the unsung force (and NHRA driver of the year) behind the Titan Motorsports Street Tire Supra. He is now able to display those skills in his own shop. Anyone in the Central FL area in need of cage and/or custom fabrication, check them out. Cant wait to get mine back from him and get back on the road.

Check these videos out.

http://www.lvracingscene.com/videos/...Titan_9.00.wmv
http://www.lvracingscene.com/videos/...a_vs_Titan.wmv

[Z-Gad]

Clifton - 870cc's

[J Taylor]

Looks awesome Mike. Is that a S&W cage? If so, do you have any pics of the seats installed? I am using stock seats at the moment until I figure out what seats will fit that I can live with.

JT

[Z-Gad]

JT- nope, not S&W, it is a custom fitted cage. It really hugs the inside of the A-pillar, C-pillar, window line, roof line, and sits above the roof line when viewing it from outside the car. If you notice, the rear braces even curve around the quarter windows. It is not in view from outside the car, and once there is a slight tint on the windows (nothing really dark), will be nearly undetectable. I will have to do a trim job on the door armrests if I choose to use them, as there was no way around them when installing the doorbars. The dash and driver's seat are in the car, but I removed the passenger's seat again to make the wiring job more accessible. If you would like, I can take a pic of the driver's seat and email it to ya...
Mike

[cyris3d]

im intrested in mounts for this swap.. any ETA on your guy making them?

[Z-Gad]

No ETA just yet, as the front cradle for the mounts is welded to the body of the car. I am only a few weeks of working on it away from being road ready (if my engine management system ever would arrive...grrr... another story), but my vacation is fast approaching, so it may not be until August before I am able to make my maiden voyage...
Engine mount cradle is a definate possibility, however, unless you are using a TH400 tranny, my transmission mount will do you no good...

[cyris3d]

Originally Posted by Z-Gad

No ETA just yet, as the front cradle for the mounts is welded to the body of the car. I am only a few weeks of working on it away from being road ready (if my engine management system ever would arrive...grrr... another story), but my vacation is fast approaching, so it may not be until August before I am able to make my maiden voyage...
Engine mount cradle is a definate possibility, however, unless you are using a TH400 tranny, my transmission mount will do you no good...

thats what i was thinkin also.. i was planning on using the 6speed trans.. I guess ill just have to make my own mounts.. cant wait to see your car in action.. make sure ya get some video of that beast..
i just need to sell my Rb26 so i can get mine goin