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1+ I wish the T5 I bought was only 300! I would go with a world class if pushing 360 HP. The normal ones are for 305s pushing only like 220 ft/lbs. (Non world classes still very hard to get for 300...)
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You do not need to drop the tranny. If memory serves, it should be on the driver rear of the trans. One bolt will remove a fork thing that looks like a air-die grinder wrench, the speedo cog will slide out, and pop a new one in, transferring the o ring and holder. Yes240zboy is right, you do need to drain the oil out first otherwise you will have a dino swimming pool.
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I burned out two alts trying to get the idiot light to work. Not worth it! (yes I used the resistor)
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I had the same consideration on 305 or 350. I am so very glad I went for a 350 after comparing my 280z with a friend's late 80s 305 Camaro. Granted the f body is heavier, but still, the 305 is not a sound investment for the effort to swap from the L28 IMHO. To give you an idea, I could easily beat my friends camaro at a light to light game with a stock 280z running a tired motor. The reason the 305 is not liked is because the narrow bore shrouds the valves, making it more difficult for the engine to aspirate. From Wiki: Year hp (kW) lb•ft (N•m) 1976 140 250 w/2bbl. 1977 145 245 w/2bbl. 1978 140 240 w/2bbl. 1978 160 235 w/4bbl. 1979 130 245 w/2bbl. 1979-Ca 125 235 w/2bbl. 1980 155 240 w/4bbl. 1981 150 240 w/4bbl Also, if I am not mistaken, the stock heads on a 305 can not use TPI, but instead uses an intake for chevy's 'crossfire' Essentially two huge injectors at the air filter. Just my vote of not worth it.
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Cable is made for GM, GM trans, so you should use a GM gear. Very good resources posted guys, thanks! Bookmarking this for reference!
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Need expert opinion on a potential 240z purchase
Geking replied to gsxtcy's topic in S30 Series - 240z, 260z, 280z
The dash is a pain because: 9 out of 10 wires in the car go through the dash, it is a big piece that must be properly aligned, and the heater lines, pedal box steering and all that jazz is mixed in with it. I would much rather pull a engine than a dash. I would mark it up as the 2nd most annoying piece of the car to work on, with the spindle pins in the rear suspension being the worst. -
Need expert opinion on a potential 240z purchase
Geking replied to gsxtcy's topic in S30 Series - 240z, 260z, 280z
If you get a few books and take your time you should be OK if you have some common sense. I would reccomend the Factory Service Manual and How to Restore your Datsun Z Car http://www.amazon.com/How-Restore-Your-Datsun-Z-Car/dp/1931128022 Installing the dash is the hardest part in my optinion -
http://www.ztherapy.com/ They sell a video that has everything you need
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I have one out of a 78. How much?
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th350 vs tremec t-5 driveshaft info
Geking replied to a6t8vw's topic in Gen I & II Chevy V8 Tech Board
That is what the shaft shop did for me. (Originally said that they would use the GM shaft, I picked up the Datsun...) So i have been pushing 260 HP though a datsun shaft with a chevy slip yoke on it with no problems so far. -
I am using a iron head LT1. plenty of power for an S30, runs on 87, and I am not using an optispark, I am using Megasquirt with Ford's EDIS so I am running with coil packs. you can buy the electronics set up and that LT1 you found for less then some SBCs and way less then an LSx. I would not say an LT1 is a SBC as the heads, block, ign, etc are different. (can you use a sbc cam in an LT?)
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I made mine as cheaply as possible. I already had a 2.5" performance system from the L28. I tack welded 2.5 from the headers to a y, then it goes through a glasspack I scavenged from a evo exhaust. From there it goes back around the suspension and out the back using the L series system. Counting the rods it cost me under $40. It is a bit loud but I can still get my wife to ride along.
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The LT1 is almost a chevy small block, and it has tuned port injection. Also cheap. I think you just need to sit down and ask yourself what car is best for you. Seeing as I have never owned a Buick and I do not know what you deam as good milage etc this is something only realy you can figure out. Sorry.
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the tackle box is full of GM style waterresistant eletrical connectors. Modern, nice work, when can we see pics of that exaust installed?
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http://www.chevelles.com/techref/tecref14.html This covers everything you need besides how to wire up two of the wires. This is the alternater that I am using, it charged my battery from having to hill start the car to starting with no issues at night with the headlights on in 2 miles.
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I just gently work around it with a screwdriver wrapped in tape.
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Looks good. The only thing I see that is not hooked up is the brake booster. Driving it for the fist time is such a rewarding thing. It does look sharp. Don't forget to add your location in your profile, new rule.
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POR-15 Fuel Tank Repair question
Geking replied to ttodhunter's topic in S30 Series - 240z, 260z, 280z
I pulled the fuel pickup line to drain the last bit of gas once. It flowed out like it was going through a McDonald's drinking straw, so you have more to dissolve. -
I have the cheap ebay headers on my car. The paint burned off in the first 20 min, but other than that the headers have been great for being only $80
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drive shaft help!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Geking replied to 78datsunz's topic in Gen I & II Chevy V8 Tech Board
I took the stock driveshaft and a 90's T56 Camaro driveshaft to a shop and they made a shaft that worked for my car, T5 to r200. I have the JTR manual, did not bother to consult it for the driveshaft. Also mount the trans up as high as you can. This eliminates nasty vibrations under load. -
if you are stuck on an S30, however, a 280Z is safer than a 240Z due to reinforced doors and a beefier frame. Still not what I would want to be in if I had an accident.
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I would love to see some nice 280Z taillights made, as well as a custom half center hump cover, one that goes from the dash to right behind the shifter. I would buy 280Z parts if the price was right, esp A pillar pods. An A pillar gauge is not 'ricer', it is just the best option if you want lets say oil temp, AFR or Boost gauges. I have an AFR gauge held to my dash with a small piece of double sided sticky foam tape. I just have not gotten around to ordering and modifying a Miata pod yet.