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Some updated photos of the build in the recent months. As known, the CD008 transmission is enormous and has by far been the biggest hassle of this project. I ended up removing most of the stock trans mount reinforcement to be able to fit it. we got the transmission mounted and are starting to build the custom cross member. Enjoy! Installed some SpeedHut gauges to properly monitor the VQ: Engine is out, time for a spray down! Test fitting the VQ Tight fit! Need to cut more Cleared the notched and powerdercoated subframe Midship FR! I decided against using the old rubber engine and trans mounts, so I picked up these high quality Z1 Motorsports billet/poly engine and trans mounts Transmission mounted Love the new shifter position, it sits farther back but it actually closer to the steering wheel That's all for now until we make some progress on the new subframe/motormounts

I have a z31 turbo CAS Wheel (Also have an ECU if needed) I can do $30 + shipping for the wheel. Let me know your zip if interested but I cant imagine it'll be more than $5-7. Thanks,

Happy customer here! Great pricing and faster than expected lead times!

Thanks Tom. Looks like you forgot a number!

Thanks! Good to know the photos are getting around. I had hacked up my first 240z for flares and didn't hesitate at all, but with this nice stock body and all the "cool kids" doing flares and wide wheels, the classic looks are that much cooler to me. And it's just such a beautiful car!

Agree on all counts! I'm really looking forward to this swap and all associated mods. Just got my speedhut center gauges mounted up as well. Did you get rid of your Z?

Hello! I'm looking for QTY 1 'Y bracket' that connects the center gauges to the L bracket inside the dash, preferably the one off of the clock (most right) as it appears to be longer than the others. located in San Diego, willing to pay shipping Thanks!

Thanks for the kind words. I feel the same, I'm so Sick of seeing wide flares and uselessly wide wheels for the sake of likes. I really want this car to look like the classic it is. I think someone else mentioned the lack of engine photos despite his words, and I think he didn't have the correct lenses for a wide angle shot. He's a friend of mine and if I remember correctly something happened to his camera and he ended up needing to borrow a friends. Anyway, I was happy with most of thr pictures. 2 piston skirts failed and after messing with the L series For 5 years, I'm a bit sick of it. She's getting a VQ35DE and 6 speed, some new center gauges, and eventually some 15's with some sticky 225/50/15 and LSD.

Hello all! Although the car is going through some changes now, I never got to share the article of my Z on Petrolicious I've posted some of the main photos, but you can read the full article here: https://petrolicious.com/articles/this-datsun-240z-has-been-tuned-with-tasteful-attitude Enjoy!

Thanks! Any more shots from a further angle? Any one else? I'm surprised this is not a more popular option!

Please do- thinking about going there to get mine as well- he's only about 15 minutes from me

Wanna revive this again! Anyone purchase a replica and have pics installed from different angles?

205/50/15 all arouns

Thanks, hayashi racing 503, 15x7 +4 front -16 rear (spacer). 205/50/15

I got my forever sharp hub adaptor for like 45 ish bucks... And my momo Mod 08, the wheel is at the perfect position for my arms and my Bride mounted to the floor...

Thanks... it quieted it down and I believe just made the whole system work better... the air re-entering after the maf (running z31 electronics) has already been metered as opposed to metered air being vented and in turn running rich during shifts.

if you're referring to 13's under WOT, that's too lean. Keep it safe around 12. If it's not pinging at 13's but its still sluggish, it's probably not fuel related.

I vented mine to the turbo inlet with some radiator hoses and an epoxied fitting on the turbo inlet

Yes theyre 4"

I love my speedhut and think they look classy as hell. Honestly not far off from the style of the stock tach/speedo. Speedo is GPS.

Im running an N42 manifold (no emissions equipment) and stock l28et throttle body, I use the throttle stop as an idle adjustment at about 1000 rpm. Cold start is about 800 and once its warm it sits right under 1k. While it may not be the best route to go, it works well for me and is consistent... The one issue which may or may not be affected by it is my AFR's fluctuate a little, they're typically about 13-14 at idle and will sometimes hit up to 15 when sitting at a light (heat soak?)

It seems that you're somewhat undermining everyones recommendation of the l28ET or turbo'd l28. The Rebello version you're referring to is likely NA. As stated before, 300-350HP is somewhat easily attainable with a turbocharged L-series and is still distinctly Nissan and I feel keeps the nature of your 240z as it is but with more power, more torque, and a whole lot more fun. It's a fantastic street engine even in relatively stock form. I have a mostly stock engine with supporting modifications in my 73 (front mount, ARP studs, 300zx maf/ecu etc etc...) MAYBE making 210whp 240tq and I honestly don't feel the need for more power, although i'm modest in building my cars and I appreciate balance more than outright power. It sounds great, spools fast, the mid range is amazing for around town with boost the displacement is plenty for down low. Another thing.... you can talk to everyone you want and get 50 different opinions, but none of them will do justice, you need to go drive/ ride in an s30 with which ever engine you're thinking about and let your gut decide (pun intended). Hope that helps...

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