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I was under the impression that the R154 could handle over 1K horsepower. Guess I was wrong. I'm a regular at lextreme.com as well as HybridZ.

Once I get some funds, I'm going to swap to an R154 from a MkIII supra. The bellhousing kit prices are through the roof, so I've got to stick with the stock auto trans. for the time being. Ratios for R154: First Gear: 3.250:1 Second Gear: 1.955:1 Third Gear: 1.310:1 Fourth Gear: 1.00:1 Fifth Gear: 0.753:1

UPS came by while I was at work today and dropped off a nice looking box. These sure look good. Got a great deal from shox.com

I want to try a bit different tact on this... what do you guys think I should do to my Z? I'm interested in what you guys wish you would've done.

1UZ's can be found for around 500 bucks with low miles. I lucked out and got an entire car (I know nothing about engine management, so the stock ECU and all is a godsend).

I'm happy with it so far. There are a few things I want to do to the Z to begin with. There is rust on the rocker panels (both sides, behind front wheels and in front of back wheels). The cargo area carpet looks like it had bleach or chlorine spilled on it (looks like crap). The dash mat is covering a bunch of cracks in the front dash cap, so I'd like to get that replaced as well. For some reason, the top of the car was re-painted, but not the lower portion, which is why its faded. If anyone has replacements for these, let me know.

Is this engine carbed or fuel injected? Do you have good fuel pressure? Have you checked for vacuum leaks?

The SC had been in a wreck (you see the good side from the picture, even though there's Bondo work on the rear quarter there). The fender was crushed on the front right fender and the sub-frame was wrinkled. On top of that, the lower A-Arm was torn off at it's rear mount. Luckily, it runs just fine and the rear end is in good shape. I was most interested in the car due to the fact that it has complete wiring harness, ECU, etc.

Thus far, I'm about 2,590 dollars into my build. (1250 for the Lexus, 800 for the Z, 540 for the suspension). The Z came with some extra parts (spare engine, header, fuel injection manifold, spare 5 speed transmission, electric fan, new drum brake shoes) but the only downfall is that it has some rust and doesn't run. Has bad fuel pump and fuel pump relay. I'm selling most of the spare parts I got with the Z and am parting out the Lexus. If there's anything you need, just tell me and we can probably make a deal...

Hi all. First thread of mine. I acquired a 280Z in late May this year with plans of building a nice cruiser. Current plans: 4.0 1UZ-FE from Lexus (TT in the future) Tokico Illumina Struts/Springs (Arrived!) Paint (Rolled on and wet sanded, Rustoleum) Restore interior Install Alpine headunit and speakers Parts needed: Front dash Rear Carpet Rocker panels/rust fix Passenger seat upholstery Walbro High capacity fuel pump Engine/trans mounts Driveshaft modification Paint Toyota 4x4 Calipers + pads and associated parts. Without further delay, here are some pictures of the donor: And the Z: Tell me what you guys think.

I don't see what's special about this gauge as opposed to the other ones included in Z's. Yes, the pressure goes up to 140psi versus 90psi, but isn't the general rule 10psi per 1K rpm's? How many of us have engines that can reach 14K, let alone an oil pump that can push 140psi? Or am I just missing something here?

According to everything I have read on those gauges, it is nothing but an electronic stepper motor.

Something called an electronic stepper.

I myself just bought a 280Z (1978) for the simple fact that it has a more rigid frame. There are things you can do to lighten up the car such as fiberglass fenders, hood, remove bumpers etc. The stock 280Z bumpers look like crap and aren't going to protect you in the event of a crash.

Hell with that. I'd go ape**** if my sister even laid a finger on any of my cars. You ought to go out in the middle of the night (or once she's in for the evening) and beat the living crap out of her car (or something really valuable). Then, blame it on vandals. Or you could be mature and just make her pay for it.

Those are pretty cool. Where were they headed to?

I was under the impression that a dry sump system netted barely any real power gain, but made it possible to mount lower and circulate oil more efficiently?

Another welcome to Texas. It's a great place and you're in the best part IMO.