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I am working on a swap with this pan as well. So far it really looks great, I love how clean the pan is.

Hey Guys, All the parts are in for the trigger mount kits! I will be packaging everything up and will have them ready to ship out no later then December 30th if anybody orders this week. They are availbile for purchase on my webstore. I have (8) kits availible in this first batch which I am offering at a discount. After the 8 'beta' sets are gone the price will go up to the normal price. I am excited about getting these kits out there, and getting some feedback. Attached are a few pictures of the finished components, for more detailed information please check out the product development page on my website. I will be posting a video shoing how to instal the trigger wheel next week, the first setup on my mockup parts took less then 10 mintues to instal total including the wheel mounting. http://hokeperformance.squarespace.com/store/l-series-crank-angle-sensor-kit

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Hey Guys Just wanted to update this thread with some pictures of the progress. The machined components are done and came out looking and fitting great, once the laser cut componets are done these will be ready to go!

Hey Guys, I wanted to update this thread with a couple pictures of the adapter plate progress. I had to shift priority off the adapters for a bit but the machining is finally underway!

Hey Guys, No I dont believe using your stock speedo will be an option, either a GPS or drive shaft pickup will be required. Yes the Z32 5 speed is a great box. I designed an adapter for this a few years back and still produce them. If you are interested in one they are available through my webstore. That being said I also see this CD adapter as potentially a better overall layout, and while the current Z32 adapter has worked great I may explore updating the Z32 design to match! I have already deigned and produce a shifter mount that many people use for VQ swaps, it moves the shifter forward by a little over 4". My transmission is apart right now but once the adapter plate arrives I will be bolting everything together and can check the stack up. Moving it further forward I think is feasible but will require some work, I have not started on a new design but will once I determine if it is required. I've attached a picture of the current mount.

Dan, Its interesting you mention the T56, as many guys with LS motors are swapping it out for the Nissan CD transmission, check out Collins adapters. The T56 is very expensive used compared to the CD009 transmission which can be had NEW for the same price as a used T56. From my standpoint it would be be harder are more expensive to adapt although very doable as many people have done so but it takes custom work. The CD trans got an initial bad rap due to some syncro issues from the earlier years however the 009 version has proven to be bullet proof and hold very high power (more then anything I have seen from a L28). Thanks for posting the ratios NewZed, I have added the Z32 ratios for comparison (The pdf is more clear if you want to download it). First gear is very short and may require a lower diff like a 3.54 or 3.36 for the drag racing guys. I am running the VQ35DE and 6 speed transmission in my car with a 3.7 rear. First is short but I like the acceleration with N/A, and you're right the driving feel is great, shifting is very direct and the trans is smooth. I have had the earlier, none CD009, transmissions in my 350z and my 240z and haven't had any issues with them. Ill keep everyone posted on the progress. Z32 Ratios.pdf

Hey Guys, I have been working on a L28 - Z33 transmission adapter. I wanted to start a thread here to check on the current interest level so I can prioritize some of my projects (Working on L28 intake, LS2 mounting kit, In-Tank EFI pump setup, and this adapter!) These transmissions are strong, plentiful, and reasonably priced used or available new if you have the funds. The transmissions are close ratio and the shifting feel is awesome. The updated version with the most reobust syncros is a CD009 but they will all bolt up using the same adapter. The initial goal for the setup is to provide a mounting kit that allows for a VQ35DE 6 Speed transmission to bolt directly to the L28 with minimal modification to the transmission (no machining). This is accomplished with an adapter plate, precision flywheel spacer, starter bellhousing, shifter relocator, and various hardware. The resulting kit will be a little more expensive due to the additional parts but the ease of installation I think will be work it. I am confident I can do a 'machined' version similar to the Z32 setup but I wanted to start the first prototypes as the no-machine design and analyze the setup from there. Right now the L28 clutch and flywheel will be used, but I have considered doing a custom flywheel which would eliminate the spacer and allow for a 350z clutch to be used but I think the cost would be prohibitive. Current Project Status: - L28 block and Z33 bellhousing mounting patterns and center lines were measured very accurately using a vertical milling center and a CMM. - Initial CAD is complete - RP starter adapter printed and test fit with success - Laser cut blanks for the initial prototype have been procured and are at the machine shop. - First machined prototype expected to be cut this week! I hope to have a complete kit ready to test by the end of the year and will then look for somebody who is interested in volunteering to have the transmission installed in their vehicle and then test it out! I have serial projects going on right now but I hope the timeline for this doesn't get bumped too much. The main issue that I foresee right now is the overall transmission length even with my shifter relocator (that is used for VQ35 swaps) I believe the shifter will sit a few inches back, when I get the assembly together I will measure the shifter position and get a good feel for the difference from stock. I've attached a few pictures and look forward to hearing any thoughts or feedback. FWIW I post the most recent updates for project on my facebook page and then my website as I have time. Thanks!

Hi, The main picture I would need is of the back face, a side shot would probably work. However from the sound of it the Euro damper is slightly under driven with an OD of 5.12 (130 MM). This means the stock pulley will crash into the sensor. As I mentioned previously I'm already having these parts cut and I feel like there will be a good many who are not running a/c and this will provide a clean installation for a reasonable price. I am having 10 kits made initially, and if anyone is interested in one you can email me and I'll contact you when they are ready if you would like (hokeperformance@gmail.com). Looking at the A/C 2 row version it looks like it may be difficult to get the required offset with a bolt on pulley for the Euro damper. The best option is likely to make a new setup to work with a a selected OEM pulley and go from there. I'd be happy to develop another setup to do this, what I would need is 5 people committed to purchasing (although I would require no deposit) and then a pulley to borrow. It would be the same style setup but with a larger trigger wheel and the sensor moved outboard to match. -Austin

Hey Guys, Nigel, I can certainly offer the parts separate if desired. But surely you would like a nice billet o-ring piece instead of a freeze plug Regarding fitment of the stock pulley and accommodating A/C I need to do some research on the different options. The main driver for compatibility is going to be the pulley OD, and I suspect that the S30 2-row crank pulley will be compatible. If you have one on hand I would love to see some detailed pictures and an OD measurement. Assuming the correct offset can be achieved the other option is to have a pulley made that bolts to the Euro Damper. I picked the Euro damper initially because it is readily available new and fairly inexpensive. That being said I am already down the road of procuring this style mount, the machine shop is already working on programming. I have the CAD setup to fairly easily draw other options if there is interest in another kit that fits a specific pulley. I can even do custom setups but on-off parts are just more expensive to have machined.

Hi Lance, If you can provide me with your pulley OD and backface offset from the timing mark boss then I could do a rough check.

Hey Guys, It's been a while since I have been active on HybridZ. My car and projects have been on the back burner for a while but I'm excited to say that I have been putting more time in the garage! Tinkering with my VQ240z, building a LS2 240z, and working on other projects (Such as a L28-VQ 6 Speed Transmission Adapter ) Another member on the board asked for me to design a crank trigger setup for the L28. Even though I don't have a L28 in my car any more I still love the engine and hope to build another one in the not too distant future so I decided to take it on. I am ready to cut material and I wanted to see how much interested there was for a setup like this as I am hoping to produce and sell as an easy to install 'bolt-on' kit. Details: - Required Pulley: Euro Single Groove (Available from MSA for 90USD) - DIY Autotune Hall Sensor Kit Contents: - Trigger Wheel (Laser Cut 1018CR) - Trigger Wheel Location Tool (3D Printed PLA) - Trigger Sensor Mount (Black Anodized 6061) - Distributor Block Off Plate (Black Anodized 6061) - All hardware required to mount the components (316 Stainless) The kit is designed to work only with the single groove pulley. The trigger wheel comes with the center section in place which locates it concentrically on the pulley snout, the plastic tool is used to align it properly using the keyway as a guide. Once in place (3) 8-32 holes are marked and then tapped into the pulley. The center web of the crank trigger wheel can then be easily cut away and the outer ring bolted in place. The crank trigger mount bolts to the 240z timing marker location and has a stainless adjustable timing pointer. It is designed to line up to TDC when centered but allows you to double check against your engine and adjust to get the marker perfect if desired. The mount is designed to fit properly without requiring adjustment, the sensor angle can be adjusted in your software if a slight tweak is needed. I designed the mount and trigger wheel to package as nice as possible. The distributor block off plate uses an o-ring seal to eliminate the paper gasket, and could also be available separately if desired for those with a different crank trigger setup. I have made the components from PLA for test fit and everything looks good so far, next step is to get the pieces cut. Please let me know if you have any interest or if you have any thoughts or input. I am certainly open to suggestions for improvement. Please see the attached pictures for CAD images and mock up pictures. These should be ready in about 3 weeks, pending any additional changes. Cost will be around 225 for the kit (without a sensor or pulley) the more interest the cheaper they can be! Austin Hoke

Very cool, that is going to be one stiff car. How thick are you laying the Klegecell? Seems like things will start to get heavy quick. Keep the pictures coming!

I sent you an e-mail Mack, If anybody else is interested in these, just shoot me and email to austin.hoke@vq240z.com. Thanks -Austin

I don't know what you plans are for finishing out the interior, but if you want to leave it bare and keep it clean looking it really helps to measure out your spot welds. When we build cars we actually have marking templates for this. Car is looking great keep us updated!