S30TRBO

Hey Jamie, Well I'm taking the plunge. Last time we talked you were making a custom oil pan. How is that coming, did your business get off the ground yet? See I knew I would get back in the game. Speed costs, how much power do you want equals how much money do you have in the bank to spend it on...

Matt, Yea I have a complete early L28ET F54/P90. I went with the 2mm head gasket with flat top pistons and depending on the over bore will yield 7.99:1 - 8.16:1. Max boost I would like is 25 pounds, with 10-15 on the street. My goal is to have the boost kick in around 3500rpm and to be an all around street,drag, and autocross Z. I called around to all the manufacturers and from what research I did Schneider is what people are using and are happy with it. I called Schneider direct and told the guy what I wanted to do with the 240Z and that is his recommendation. I went to MSA site (they use Schneider cams) and they had it listed and in stock. It is $5 cheaper through MSA and I don't have to wait a week to have Schneider make it. Tomorrow will be the first of many big smack downs on parts. First is everything I need to get the motor reassembled. Next will be the rest of the goodies... Joe

I know it doesn't make sense I'm already at the cost of what a stock RB26, SDS, intercooler, trans, injectors, would cost. I have so many L parts, I want to go this route. I know I will be happy. With the weight of the 240Z and if I reach my 400RWHP goal what's the point... However, my '79 810 is eyeballing an RB wouldn't that be a sleeper. For now she is getting a suspension make over Koni/Bilstein/Quickor. L28 (up from the L24) and a 5 speed conversion...

All but: •Forged Wisco • Custom Intake Manifold • RC 550cc Injectors • Custom Exhaust Manifold • Precision GT Turbo • Custom 3 Core Intercooler • TEC 3 or SDS • Wisco Forged Pistons • Schneider Cam Lift(In/Ex): .460/.460. Duration(In/Ex): 270/260 • Manley Valves • Clevite Bearing • ARP Head/Rod Bolts • HKS 2mm Head Gasket So to answer your question I have lots of parts and money to spend. Here is a break down as to where I'm at this may make some of you sick: Machine Work: $800 Block Parts: $1500 Head: $550 (not including valves, waiting on quote) Cooling: $300 and for the biggie... Induction: $8300 includes engine management, intake/ exhaust manifold, injectors, turbo, intercooler, bov, wastegate. $11,500 plus addtional B.S. well now I got the money time to have fun for the first time in my life since this car hobby sucked me in... Oh yeah I forgot add another $2500 for paint/body and interior.

There are a few sites that you can get NISMO parts from: http://www.nissanparts.cc/catalog/?section=181 http://www.courtesyparts.com/nismo/index.html Here is what a search yielded: http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=NISMO+parts

Well after scrapping the RB idea as it would have killed my budget and the Trust twin turbo kit not fitting as it's made for a RHD (It's for sale now check classifieds), I'm back to using the parts and motor that I have had on hand for the last 5 years. Here is what I'm having the machine shop do: Block • Clean/Inspect • Bore/ Hone “as needed†• Remove phillips screws for block vent screen • R&R Freeze Plugs • Magnaflux Main Bearing Bolts 14 • Clean Front Cover and Oil Filter Mounting Plate • Remove Flywheel Keys • Clean Oil Pan Crank • Clean Polish/Balance • Pull Torque Adapter Plate • Remove Crank Bolt • Remove torque plate adapter on tail of crank • Remove Pilot Shaft Bushing Rods • Race Prep “balance, magnaflux, peened, polished Pistons Forged Wisco • Balance Head • Clean/ Inspect • Return for Porting by owner (I may consider Sun Belt for the porting) • Valve Job • Remove Locating Dowel Induction • Custom Intake Manifold • RC 550cc Injectors • JSK Fuel Rail • Custom Exhaust Manifold • Precision GT Turbo • Custom 3 Core Intercooler Engine Management • TEC 3 or SDS Motor Accessories • Wisco Forged Pistons • NISMO Adjustable Cam Sprocket • NISMO Crank Dampner • Schneider Cam Lift(In/Ex): .460/.460. Duration(In/Ex): 270/260 • Manley Valves • Clevite Bearing • ARP Head/Rod Bolts • HKS 2mm Head Gasket Well this is what I have so far to get me started. My goal is for 400RWHP. Fabrication will be done by Tempest Racing http://tempestracing.com in Waldorf MD. Questions, comments feel free to fire away. I will be ordering all the rebuild parts this week from MSA i.e. gasket set, timing chain kit, cam, ARP fasteners to name a few... I'm so stoked to get this started FINALLY!!! I will get pics of the motor when I dropped it off at the machine shop uploaded tonight..

Clint, Have you asked for a realistic timeline, if there is such a thing? Is he overwhelmed with work or just plain slow? Did you run him through BBB to see if any complaints were filed? I would say talk with him calmly express your concerns. Point out that this whole ordeal has been turned into a long drowned out process with no end in sight. Here is the hook: Tell him your getting orders and are departing in X time and need it finished. That should put a fire under him. If not, if there is no one else to help you in AK, you can always get another chassy and start over. A nice RHD fairlady would be nice or Ken Mary. Thank god it wasn't a RHD to begin with...

Sweet, I can't wait to begin mine....

Kris, I have it mounted on a 280ZX Turbo engine now. The only issue may be the clearance with the front turbo's downpipe and the steering rack. I bought my kit from Japan but never installed it in my Z since I'm going with another motor setup. You would also want to use the P90 head from the turbo engine as the E31/E88 (240Z) is for a n/a configuration. From what I hear when tuned right you can make 350-400hp quite easy. I will be listing mine on Ebay in a few days and won't be asking much. It might be something to consider if you have some fabrication skills or know someone who does. Just a thought..

Me too. I'm lining up getting mine and all the parts. Shiro is sold down to one Z. Time to finish and have some damn fun for once....

Probably a custom pie shaped radius if you can get it to clear. Perfect if you have a RHD Z...

That is the same problem I ran into with mine. Manifold fits but the front turbos downpipe has no where to go because of the steering shaft. Well I hope yours sells, mine will be up on there shortly after. You don't happen to have any scanned copies of that book that you can send me? I'm interested in what it looked like in a Z, in Japan back in the day.

I'm not 100% sure. I haven't test fitted it on mine. The rumor is it won't fit LHD Z's due to steering shaft interference...

And to think I thought I had the only one. This one ends up on EBay. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=7945759914&category=33742 These are coming out of the wood works. I have almost the exact same kit. However mine will be for sale soon as I'm going RB .. http://240ztt.com/zfuture.html

Jamie, Clear out your PM box so I can PM you.

Here is Powdercoating Process: http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2390495093&idx=albumcover Here is some reassembly pics: http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2133991520&code=13475019&mode=invite&DCMP=isc-email-AlbumInvite All I'm waiting on is new outer tie rod ends and my Ground Control Sway bar set. Enjoy,

Update your signature 10 sec. man...

Nice, I was able to find mine in Japan too... I don't know if the steering rack will be an issue.

not bad for an old man. How the heck have you been, you can't email anyone? Congrats on the dyno run. Definitely post or send me the graph and video. How long before you PCS, going back to Oki I take it? My 240Z TT is getting closer but a ways from completion. Drop me a line....

Joe' date=' I can change the plenum volume and shape to whatever you desire. I do not know whether having a 90mm TB will buy you much, but I can make a 90mm work on the intake.[/quote'] Well, you know I have to be different. However, when I'm ready, I'll get in touch with you. Keep us posted with the dyno numbers. Is anyone stepping up to the plate yet?? TTYL

She will run one day. We are putting a swimming pool in this summer. Our house has been top priority. Garage w/ lift goes in first of next year. I got tired of it sitting in a box so I had to mount it on my turbo motor. I wonder if your plenum will flow with my 90mm throttle body?

You know I do: 8) Whats up stranger? Life as a civilian is great.