jthiani

What happened to this build??

Anyone here done an RB20 twin turbo?? Im trying to get ideas for my build .....

So i got myself a 76 280z that needed restoration .... My plans are as follows - Get the stock motor running so i can determine that it is indeed a good motor (done) - Do full service and parts replacement and compression test on stock motor (done) - Pull stock engine and replace with a twin turbo Rb20 So far so good. I got the stock motor running like a charm today and did a compression test with yielded between 135 and 142 across the board. To get to this point on the stock motor i have done the following - Replaced the ENTIRE fuel setup ( injectors, lines, hoses, filter, pump) - Replaced most EFI harness connectors and re taped the harness (its like new now ) - Replaced all spark plugs, wires and cap . - Installed new pick up coil in the distributor - flushed and filler the radiator - changed oil and filter - Installed new starter Thats about it ..... now that she runs well i am comfortable enough to pull the motor and either store it for a future project or sell it if someone else needs it. However if i sold it i would have to sell everything together (motor, trans, efi harness, ecu ... the whole lot) Anyway heres a little video i made this afternoon http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyvehHp4b-I&feature=share&list=UUznjXvtd_rVDW5gATwrCP6Q

i might be able to help ...... sent you a pm ...

Dave , where are you located???

cool dave ..... im in North Carolina. i just got my VK motor yesterday and i will be starting on the adapter plate tomorrow. Where are you located yourself?? I will be following your build as i do mine. i will get my own thread started as i progress .....

your build is looking really good. Im also doing a vk build into a z32 and would be interested in talking with you and maybe sharing ideas. Im Joe btw. Im currently designing and building an adapter plate for the z32 tranny, intale and exhaust flanges and motor mounts. If you could call me at 919-500-0848 that would be great, also if you have not seen this already check out this link.... i would like to make this same plenum http://www.ffdet.com/members/rich/S14/V8swap.htm

Looking good ...... hows the plenum coming along??