Brad-ManQ45

Thanks for the replies guys! I've got a ZX shop manual around someplace, so I'll see what the line problems may be. I think I want to do this one. Which Shane? (Got his username?) Brad

I've been thinking of investigating this one a little further. Nearly the same width and length as my '75 tank. Remove the spare tire well on the early z car. Would probably have to use the straps/mounts from the ZX and do some other adjustments. Why you ask? Well, with all the power, I wouldn't mind having a little more weight on the rear for traction purposes, and the additional gas capacity would come in handy if I were to take a trip, especially since I'll be putting in a hefty V-8! Anyone looked into this? (Or am I breaking new ground here?) Does anyone out there have the two different tanks to compare side by side? Any other considerations I haven't thought of? Thanks, Brad

I thought that the LT! computer couldn't use a MAP sensor for boost. How will you control it?

Acually, the '79ZX was ~50 lbs LIGHTER than the '78 Z...

I'd like to interject some data here if I may about the compressor wheel. It DOES make a difference, especially if you clip or go to a more flow turbine. The larger wheel will move air faster, having a positive effect on the slower spoolup from the turbine change. This is the basis for a lot of the sport turbo upgrades - you keep the same basic spool characteristics as you are providing for more air and top end exhaust flow.... I have a T3/T4 S-3 trim compressor and clipped turbine, and I actually build boost a little earlier than stock, and get a lot more oomph up top. Since I wasn't planning on going to larger injectors, this seemed to be the best combo for me (as recommended by Turbonetics) and I'm happy with it. When the local Z service put the turbo on and upgraded to a 3" exhaust, they said that it was the quickest stock injector '83 ZXT they had had in their shop. The owner had a dyno'd 622hp stroker '83 in the shop (at 24 lbs boost) and gave me a ride (at 19) and all I can say is WOW! He sold that one and built a '72 240 w/525 HP 383 that he said was just BRUTAL! Enough...

I'd put the PCV back in the system. When you are boosing with the turbo you may tend to draw more oil from the crankcase.

Someone emailed it to me.. far as I'm concerned this thread should be deleted. sorry

This is something to think about! Since America is typically represented by an eagle. Saddam should have read up on his Muslim passages... The following verse is from the Quran, (the Islamic Bible) Quran (9:11) For it is written that a son of Arabia would awaken a fearsome Eagle. The wrath of the Eagle would be felt throughout the lands of Allah and lo, while some of the people trembled in despair still more rejoiced; for the wrath of the Eagle cleansed the lands of Allah; and there was peace. Note the verse number!!!!

Having been on the wrong side of a '75 Lincoln Town Car running a red light ot a '75 RD 350, I can tell you I haven't seriously considered riding a bike on the street for 28 years. Thank god for quick (and correct) reactions - an off-duty cop was accross the same intersection and was able to see the whole thing coming (I couldn't), and thought I was gonna die. Turns out that when he ( the car driver) slammed on his brakes after popping over the hill, I immediatedly whacked the trottle open and went limp. Accelerated to where my left leg was just past and above (started to wheelie) the left front fender (he was coming from left) and tore the bike (totalled w/4700 miles in 40 days) out from under me. The bike did all the damage to me. The cop saw my karate outfit and green belt (on my way to class) and asked me if it hurt. I told him I was trying not to think about it and he (like an *******) said "that doesn't work until you're brown belt". Well it turned out it did work for me, and he showed up in traffic court to testify against the big shot taking his maid to the bus stop (late). I had to wait for about 1.5 hours in the emergency room at the hospital while they called the orthopedic guy, and they kept monitoring my blood pressure and heartbeat. One nurse commented I was is VERY good shap (not any more!), but then I was running 5 miles a day, taking karate and, swimming and working out at the time, so I just got her number and started dating her... I will have to admit I was considering getting a bike to ride around in a group until this post....

Congrats Mike! I am looking for my next best opportunity right now, having stated a company and developing the software, then leaving and going with another company - unitl the new development was finished, when they let me go. I am very glad you found the company you are with and hope I can find something equivalent here around Atlanta! Brad

Why not use the 350 pistons and go with a longer rod? You DO want good rods don't you? Grumpy - is there a reason this shouldn't be done? IJWTK...

JMHO but the dizzy is the only thing that COULD cause the erratic miss, and also the erratic advance problems. I don't know what is invlved with swapping the '82-83 unit in, but definitely replace the one you have with a good one.

I bought a Millermatic 175 (240V) model MIG welder then took classes at a nearby Tech scool to learn how to weld. Wanted to make sure that I wasn't limited in what I would be able to weld (within reason- 240V gives a litter more flexibilit on chassis enhancements/trailors), and put a circuit in the garage/basement for air compressor and welder (won't be using both at the same time). I am about to start on the rotisserie so that I can do the floor pans and subchassis connectors. I LIKE welding. Won't use flux core.

~50 lbs less for the ZX over the '78 280z. I have researched this thoroughly...

ZX weighs less & more aerodynamic. With springs, shockds and bars will handle comparably & ride better. Turbo will steer nicely. Zx may have t-tops. Z looks better (I have both)

I have an '83ZXT that has bars, Eibach and Tokico illumina struts and it rides nicely and handles well now. Of course I have a '75 project car which will get a V8, but the springs Tokico Blue and struts on it made it ride much harsher that the ZXT...

I'd be interested...

I personally have always used Cibie headlights - with relays. Maximum brightness and control of beam. I have had no experience with Hella or others.

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I would llike to re-iterate my interest also. I don't think I would like an INTEGRATED dam, but a bolt-0n Urethane unit that would take the occasional curb hit. I never have liked all fiberglass cams since I had my Starion ESIR and my (ex) wife hit a curb/pothole with it. I want something that will flex and not destroy all the rest of the g-nose. Just something to think about.... Brad

Looks GREAT Mike! Wish I had that much room to "play" in!

T5's are 5 speed tranny's - no 4 speeds.

VERRRRY NICE!

Anyone have any suggestions on what to use/where to get good replacement material for the HVAC in our cars? I'm ready to replace the auto air (functioning) with the manual system in my ZXT and at the same time the wiring harness/analog dash conversion (speedo doesn't work but odometer does). I figure to do it right the first time and have no future issues..... TIA Brad