madkaw

Bringing this thread back since I have considered the GF T-5. When I called GF they told me that you have to supply them with the ZX turbo trans for them to modify( core ?) They swap out internals with modified( treated or stronger materials for gears, etc..) WC parts. So shifter location stays the same as well as casing . Like stated the inputs and outputs are bigger so that's where the changes have to be made. Instead of a 1.3" output of the Nissan you go to the 1.5" this actually makes the fab work for a custom DS cheaper if you go with 1310 spicer joints . So then you have to change the spline on the clutch disc and pilot bearing to fit the bigger WC BUBBA from GF said the trans is good for 600hp . 3500$ to do the conversion on just the trans. GF also gives options on gearing with a little taller 1st & 2nd which makes for a close ration . I didn't realize this option was out there until recently . Considering there is no real machining or adapter plates needed by the installer and the trans just bolts in to our blocks I think it's a decent option. Since I already run the T5 my shifter already has been fitted to my chassis

Tim, Could you explain the adaptation process for the GF trans. I talked to Bubba there, but not sure he was the guy that builds the trans. So you have a standard T5 - larger - input/output ? Sounds like it takes some abuse

Yes you do Yours definitely seems to have more raspy tone

I have the same exact muffler set up- but twice as many https://youtu.be/0k7XEz_-KSI

If you want to run ITBs eventually you will want a TPS. Might see if the 240sx TPS will work with your TB. Another reason to have a full range sensor is for data logging . Trouble shooting and tuning would be easier with one more data point

Never made the connection. Just read what folks found here. My 1982 block was .019 above

I believe that's correct . It seems hit and miss with these trans whether there is 3rd gear issues or not. I'm going to pony up for a G Force conversion $$$ . There is no really easy swaps . Most involve machining .

I had an aluminum one made for my car-$$$ HD Spicer joints I believe Z car Depot has all the parts to put one together

Are you sure about the gears being obsolete? I thought the last one I had rebuilt the guy found a new 3rd gear. It seems that the 3rd is the Achilles heel of these trans .

Get someone to video you doing a drive by. The exhaust mic is really dominant like you said . I just set my camera on a box or something in the hatch - it does a pretty good job picking up the total sound. It almost sounds like an open header with yours. My car has the same magnafow exhaust as yours- just twice as many:)

Sounds like an L !!

My Mikunis would idle at 750 rpm with the 290/490 cam. I read a lot about guys idling at 1000 rpm - that would be annoying. Not sure if ignition was the reason or not

I was in the design stage . I ran the car with both the dizzy and the COP installed while I was working out the details and to confuse people:)

No - I think the MS PRO is weather proof though. Not sure what your asking about plug leads . Yes the coils have spark plug leads

Some how I am short one to make a complete set- so if anyone has an extra to sell please let me know

I think if the flywheel was drilled at a machine shop that could make exact depth and degree spacing that you might get away without balancing . Pro: more stable and probably more accurate signal

Based on your skill level your budget is low , but don't let that stop you. Read until your eyes hurt and make good use of your budget. Don't shoot for HP goals - shoot for smaller goals like making your fuel system good enough for FI . Even with the "easy" zxt swap- there's a lot of ground to cover

It takes a lot of time to put together a presentation - and a lot of work . Just share your findings when you can . It seems I have too many threads going on at once myself that I can't keep up with, but I try to share . Appreciate and always enjoyed reading your posts

Thanks - that helps . I wired everything semi- and I'll upgrade to full seq. eventually .

Okay-still confused a bit on my sequential settings under required fuel. I am batch firing right now so squirts per engine cycle? Injector staging is simultaneous? Not sure why I can't get this straight, but don't think it is straight forward in tuner studio.

I have one of those bigger thermostats somewhere , but was trying to avoid using it with all its plumbing, but I might reconsider. I thought at the back of the head might be more accurate . I have a spare mn47 that I am cutting up so I might experiment with drilling it . Curious to see any possible casting issues in that spot as noted in other threads.

No input on the coolant temp sensor? Any input on the location of IAT? Finished wrapping wires today and about ready to start on fuel supply

Jack, FI is really the only answer for eventual pressurization . The change over is a good amount of work in the beginning , but in the end you will have a much friendlier engine to tune with an aftermarket ecu. Maybe your upgraded cam is all in at 5000 rpm because it was meant for a turbo engine. . Lots of guessing going on here - you really need some hard facts.

Got most everything wired up and in place. Most items are working but still need to place thermistor for the coolant. My coil brackets in the way of the OEM CHT. Thinking about drilling and tapping out coolant passage between 5&6. Its already marked for me on the mn47 head . Need to get connector for my cam sensor so I can get it installed. Probably run batch fire first to get engine running.

Got the injectors to fire in test mode to verify that I totally fuksed the firing order - fixed now:)