Leon
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The procedure to check timing is the same whether it's a Datsun, Volkswagen, Ford or Volga. Newzed makes a great point: buy a general automotive repair book and self-educate.
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Flat Gray S30, help finding thread...
Leon replied to jaguargt's topic in S30 Series - 240z, 260z, 280z
Sounds like stivva's Z but I think he changed his paint scheme since then. Here you go: http://forums.hybridz.org/index.php/topic/87272-post-pics-of-your-zs-here/page__st__320 -
Thanks! It's funny how we've taken a similar path with our cars as well! Since I have the 240Z sitting on stands, I've been thinking of what to do with it. LSx? Maybe... The plates were there when I got the car. They block off the bumper shock holes as you've said, purely cosmetic.
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Or you can put in 6 EGT sensors and get a 6 actual numbers that can be data-logged instead of a purely visual and subjective reading. It would presumably be cheaper than 6 colortunes and 6 cameras as well.
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Master cylinder no booster
Leon replied to AIShelby's topic in Brakes, Wheels, Suspension and Chassis
It would not be wise to remove the booster from a system designed for power brakes. Your pedal ratio will be too low, and there will be a considerable increase in pedal effort. This is dangerous. You don't like pedal travel in your brakes? Would you rather have almost zero pedal travel? -
Jetting your carbs takes experimentation and will be tough without a dyno or at least a wideband 02 sensor. As I said, there are books on this, e.g. Braden's book, that have some rough guidelines for setting up your carbs. You can try to order a few different sizes to try to match them up to your engine. The carburetors function the same, whether it's an L20 or L28. Read the sticky!
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Oh no! Get rid of those Mustangs immediately! I had an '83 5.0 and will never, EVER touch one again...
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There are vendors in the US, if you want it shipped out to Japan. Off the top of my head, there is Pierce Manifolds, Redline, Weber Jets, etc... Once you start tuning, search this board and elsewhere online. There is a sticky in the FAQ section as well. There are also books to aid you in the process.
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Great article! Thanks for posting, John.
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Nice job, reminds me of a straight-pipe 935!
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Do you have photos? Wheel diameter?
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That 280Z has been on CL before. I'm not sure how set they are on actually crushing it...
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I have a lead on a wheel, so if anyone has one then speak up! I'll very likely be on the lookout for a Momo hub as well, let me know if you're willing to part with one in good shape.
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I've considered it. Wish I had the space!
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I'm looking for a Momo steering wheel (some other brands may work) with the following specs: - leather rim (i.e. no cheap-o vinyl) - silver spokes - 350mm (~13.5") to 360mm (~14") - in good shape, with no tears or nasty blemishes I really like Dave's wheel, so something similar would be great: I've been keeping an eye out on CL and ebay but figured it's worth it to see if someone here has one laying around. Thanks!
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I'm slated to go on the dyno August 20th and will test a few exhaust configurations on my L24 with triple Webers and stock exhaust manifold. I'll report the results when I have them!
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I'm a mechanical engineer (Cal Poly SLO), currently in injection molding manufacturing. Automotive engineering is on the side for now!
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Noted, nice find! And thanks to Tony for the info.
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I would grab this one if I didn't already have a Clifford. It's a nice header, have a shop build you some twice pipes imitating the original Datsun Comp setup and you're set! Obviously, this is not my header.
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Looks like you need to read up on how the ECU determines injector pulse-width. If you want your ECU calculating fueling based on a constant fuel pressure drop, then that FPR better be hooked up...
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Ok...? This is irrelevant, the windshield is interchangeable. Take a look at the OP's question.
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Great upgrade, worth every penny. There really is no downside, I doubt you'll have trouble on take-offs with that torquey engine. Don't put that heavy stocker on the back of your stroker!
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1970 240z Project (Very slow, money is tight)
Leon replied to Perfect240z's topic in S30 Series - 240z, 260z, 280z
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You don't need as much cross-sectional area as you'd think, definitely not an opening as big as the radiator supports on an S30 allow. It will perform just fine.
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Sounds like way more work than necessary. Why not just buy a 280Z tach? My 260Z had a dead tach, that worked only when it wanted to. I bought a 280Z tach off ebay and no problems since.
