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I'm pretty sure this is the first Z ever with a Maserati V8 in it, I have not seen one on any other forums but I could be wrong.
I've had it going & had it's first test drive on the weekend... few bugs to iron out tho!
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Lol! I started this project back in Nov 1999. I put up a thread here in '03 with an S15 SR20DET & 6 speed conversion but things have changed slightly over the years.
Here's the original topic below, however I will be posting a new topic with this conversion soon.
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Very nice station wagon indeed!!
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22 hours ago, rturbo 930 said:
Looks great. What's it out of? Looks like it says Maserati on the valve covers.
Yep, it's a Maserati 3.2 V8.
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LOL!!
Not letting the cat out of the bag just yet, last time I posted what engine I was putting in (SR20DET) half a dozen Zeders copied & finished before me... not too far to go though.
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I think the as the saying goes, "If you have to ask, you can't afford it!" LOL Sorry Stony, but I couldn't resist--nothing against you, man.
The work on this car is exceptional and I like where it is headed too. Only, it needs a twin turbo V8, then it would be purrrfect.
Davy
It's been a while since I was last on here but I took ur advice DavyZ, SR20 out... twin turbo V8 in (hopefully it works out) with a few other changes as well.
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Has anyone relocated their brake booster (under the dash) & clutch master cylinder due to engine being too wide?
Need to know if a kit is available or what mods are required. Thanx in advance.
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Hi guys,
I've got stuck into the Z again, this time working on the front guards & spoiler. They have been shaped & ready to be glassed up.
Also been working on the front end suspension, I've changed the whole set up now & used S4/5 RX-7 stuts etc & made my own adjustable castor/camber tops. I've also fabricated a new engine x-member.
Nick.
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Hi all, I've been searching around looking for answers to my questions. It would be nice if all the information was in one place instead having to do 50 searches. Anyways here goes. I have a 73 240z. I'm looking at installing an SR20 - not sure which model. I Plan on buying a clip from a silvia to help with parts. From what i understand I will need custom made motor mounts and mounts for the transmission. Does anyone sell mounts for this conversion? Next can I use my stock rear end? I understand the my driveshaft has to be shortened. How much shorter does it have to go? How much power can it take? If I want to keep the motor stock can i use the wiring harness and the ECU from the silvia? or will I have to go with a standalone. I was planning on just running a custom 3inch down pipe and exhaust. Thanks to all who have any positive input.
I am now selling my set up pictured below.
It includes the modified x-member that's beed powder coated & comes with adjustable LCA camber kit, red urethane mounts, & custom fab'd engine brackets.
I am now going power steering & my car being RHD doesn't leave enough room for the boss/head of the MX-5 (Miata P/S rack). But there is plenty of room for LHD cars.
No mods are needed, just bolt it in.
Nick.
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Finally, after so long I decided to pull my finger out & give my thumb ago... so I got stuck into the doors. The door shells were perfect, just surface rust but the skins needed changing (dented & rusty).
The door shells were garnet blasted then sprayed with POR 15 followed by fabricating new double intrusion bars made from T6061 alloy. These are much stronger than the single flimsy original pressed steel type.
There has also been a change to the door handles, out with the old & in with the new... now sporting the R32 Skyline type.
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Anyone here done this conversion on there Z???
Nick.
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Anyone see this car?
http://www.classiczcars.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=14961&cat=500&page=1
It got my attention over at classiczcars.com.
If anyone can provide more info & pics please let me know, I'm quite interested in seeing what else has been modified on this 240Z.
Regards, Nick.
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Kenny, your gonna have to wait a while to see how much vibration I get, &
Jeff, they are urethane mounts custom made her in Australia.
P.S. Thanx for the complements guys!
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Paul, after checking the above, you might have to check the rear impeller blades if it's not a new turbo. This means you have to pull the exhaust housing off & do some measuring.
Good luck.
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Excellent job Amir, that is 1 tuff street fighter, I dare anyone to take you on.
You gota let me know the weight & how the balance of the car is as I've been building my SRZ since '99 but still along way to go.
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"what's up with you Turbo guys"
Please read my signature!
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Hi Guys, just to let you know that ther has been a little progress on the beast. I've been working on the engine bay for some time now trying to get all the small & time consuming things sorted & finished. Things like alloy braces, brackets etc & my custom T3 exhaust manifold. So here's a couple of pics. I hope to have the bay completed in 2-3 weeks.
Hey John, you want to buy my tail lights? NO CHANCE!
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Hi guys, just want to add that Z-TARD hit the nail on the head about the pipework, it's most definitely Titanium hence the welding every inch or so, it can't be bent cause it will split or crack & it's the in thing over in Japan.
Very light & expensive to say the least.
Nick.
P.S. UNBELIEVABLE TRANSFORMATION
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Hey Shane, how's this conversion coming along? Is it finished yet?
Post some pics if you have any.
Nick
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I remember reading about it in a Aussie magazine over here. If I come across it I'll let you know Aux.
Nick.
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I'm pretty sure the 26B quad rotor was available in their light trucks (2-3 ton) from Japan. I'm not 100% sure if this is what Bar B has used in his Bimmer.
VG30ET Piston cc's
in Z31 Series - 300ZX
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Anyone here know what the cc volume of a VG30ET piston is? Thanx