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    Rota RB/RB-R, 4x114.3, 17", Z-Offset Wheels

    in Group Buys

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    Hey, I am running 10" Hypercoils with my coilovers and running 17x9 and 17x9.5s with cut fenders and ZG flares. My fronts are 245/45/17 and rears are 275/40/17. The car is pretty slammed too. Hope that helps

     

    AWESOME!!! Any rubbing issues with your current setup? How high did you mount your ZG's? Also, do you think we could meet up so I can see everything in person? I live in Mission viejo, so its not that far of a drive on the weekend? Maybe even tomorrow since everyone has it off.

    Upgraded Engine mounts MAYBE :)

    in Brakes, Wheels, Suspension and Chassis

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    Just thought I would give you a heads up. I have been speaking with McKinney Motorsports on some aftermarket engine mounts. Now, nothing firm yet, but he is going to be looking into making them for the 240-280Z using the stock engine mounts as templates. I have asked that these not be full poly mounts as to make the vibrations too intense, but rather just double the strength of the current stock mounts.

     

    Myself, I'm just looking for something stronger then the stock rubber for my future setup (SR20DET @~350HP) that will allow for the engine to sit flatter during heavy tq. I currently only have about 240HP and about 220 tq and I've had brand new mounts put on the day that this was setup and after 2 years, the mounts are tearing the rubber. I think some mounts that at least double the strength of the stock but still keep out SOME vibration would be a good investment and addition to our Z's. If anyone has ever owned the Nismo 240SX engine mounts for the SR20, you can understand what I am going for. Those were VERY durable (both engine and transmission) and made for a VERY stiff engine but very little vibration transfer.

     

    If anyone is interested in this please do post in the list and I will keep this updated. The more people we get to show interest the better our chances that these will be made and maybe we can work on a GB for the first run.

     

    Cross your fingers!!

     

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    How do you remove the side and rear window(s)?

    in Body Kits & Paint

    Posted

    exactly what he said ^------- pull the 1/4 windows toward the front of the car and the entire thing will come out.

     

    On a side note, how far are you in the rustoleum paint job? I'm going to start painting my car soon the same way, but I am still reading up on how to sand the car prior to painting with the rustoleum. It sounds like I don't even have to prime the paint before doing the rustoleum . . . are you?

    Seat swap list

    in Interior

    Posted

    everyone . . . I've actually purchased those exact seats, just not with the grain effect. I will be getting my seats sometime in July. If someone lives in CA and can help me make the brackets I'd love to have the help. If not then I'll prob have to fab onto up or pay to have them made for me. :(

    Rota RB/RB-R, 4x114.3, 17", Z-Offset Wheels

    in Group Buys

    Posted

    Just a quick question. I've gone through this thread already like 2 times over the last 3 months, and I don't want to go through it again. I'm going to be running 10" coilovers, 17x9 in the front and 17x9.5 in the rear. I'm looking to fill out my cut fenders with the ZG flares. I was wondering if I should run 235/40/17 up front and 255/40/17 rear or if I should just up in width or jump up in height, or both? any ideas?

     

    In essance, I want my stance to look like Myron's!! :)

    Myron's Sexy @$$ Z!!

    Can I re-use my SS braided brake lines with the 4x4 front brake swap?

    in Brakes, Wheels, Suspension and Chassis

    Posted · Edited by New-to-240z

    Hey guys,

     

    Just looking for a quick answer. I don't know if the flare fittings will work becuase I haven't purchased the setup yet, but I'm looking to move to the 4x4 front (non Vented) brake setup and the rear S13 brake setup and I'm just wondering if I'll have to buy new SS brake lines? I currently have the SS lines from MSA for my stock 240Z front calipers and rear drums . . . anyone have any idea? The more money I can save the better!!! :)

    Rota Wheel lugs

    in Brakes, Wheels, Suspension and Chassis

    Posted

    I myself just got my rims, and no lug nuts. I was wondering if you received them in each box or if they were all in one rim box? I have only had the chance to open up one box since I need it for mock-up of my flares. If we were supposed to get lug nuts I need to contact Kim and have him send me these.

    Creation of DIY Urethane S30 Engine Mounts

    in Brakes, Wheels, Suspension and Chassis

    Posted

    I too am working on this situation. I may have to go the route of these 260+shipping mounts. I think these are the Kameari engine mounts correct?

     

    I actually bought the brand new 240Z engine mounts and just looked under my car a week ago and found that they are starting to tear the engine mounts apart. I do have a 240HP SR20DET engine in there, but I can't imagine how bad this will be when I drop the new turbo and injectors in there making 340 - 390 HP. I don't want to have to replace my engine mounts all the time!! :(

    The official White Z thread

    in Body Kits & Paint

    Posted · Edited by New-to-240z

    Please someone help me . . . I am looking for the picture of the 240Z (i believe) that is white, has the rota RB9R) rims, and is lowered with a MEAN stance, as well as has his exhaust out the front driver side lower fender. I'm amazed that he hasn't posted his car in this thread, but I really wanted to see his setup again but can't find it . . . ANYONE care to make my day!?!?

     

    ***Edit . . . Just found it Myron's 240Z

    Rota RB/RB-R, 4x114.3, 17", Z-Offset Wheels

    in Group Buys

    Posted · Edited by New-to-240z

    i don't get why people would paint over the polished lip of the rims? I mean, its the whole reason I'm getting these babies!! (On a side note, your car is still hot CamH, just not my personal style)

    **I just wanted to say that getting in touch with Kim has been really easy for myself. He took no more then 3 days to get back to me regarding the rims, price, and where to mail it all to. I can't wait for my set to show up on my doorstep. I'm dieing to see these in person!!!**

    Chassis bracing

    in Fabrication / Welding

    Posted

    Thank you very much for all the help along the way. I'll be taking the class next month. I'll try to keep my eyes open for a welder. Should I purchase some scrap metal to try working on? Any specific types? I'm sure they'll tell me in my class, but anything would be a big help to get ahead of time.

    Chassis bracing

    in Fabrication / Welding

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    I think I know someone who has one for sale. I'll check out Craigslist too. I'll keep the Miller & Lincoln name in my head when looking. Any model in specific for the tasks I have ahead of me? Will this one MIG welder do all the things I need it to do? (fenders, frame rails, strut bars, etc etc.) Or will I be needing more then one kind?

    Chassis bracing

    in Fabrication / Welding

    Posted

    Well, I'm just looking to learn how to weld roll cages, strut bars, frame rails, our fenders, and some other chassis bracing. (Maybe even exhaust stuff to. :)

     

    I guess I'll have to start saving $$ to buy a welder to. I thought they would be more in the 300 range, but 600?!?! couple G's for a TIG?!? My god, I can barely afford the strut bars hahaha. Maybe I can find someone who has one they can loan me or sell me.

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