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  1. caperix
    The z can have camber change under compression as well with the factory struts. Use roll center spacers to keep the control arm at a downward angle. The arc of the arm will have camber gain until you are past the level point of the arm, then will start loosing negative camber.
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    Any thoughts on the ttt stub axle eliminators? They don't say anything about axles on the website but if factory Nissan axles can be used that may be a cheaper setup. I keep thinking j30 5 bolt outputs on the diff and s15 axles with the ttt stub axle eliminators would be a good strong setup.
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    Does the t\c rod intersect at the ball joint if you draw a straight line? I think that is the point you use for you bottom measurement. I wonder if there is a factory spindle that would reduce fabrication, the only front steer rear t\c rod spindle I can think of is a BMW e90 awd.
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    What material are you using? Will a mig be able to be used to finish the welding or will a tig be required? You had mentioned using nissan bearings as well, do they use the same bolt pattern as the mustang parts or do you plan on offering different drilled faces?
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    Great information & pictures. One thing I have wondered, if you switch to z31 stub axles can you eliminate the need for adapters & just bolt in the z31 cv's? I have seen some posts that say the z31 stub axles can be installed in s30 struts if the strut is bored out a small amount. I plan on doing a CV swap & going 5 lug when my car is closer to being ready & am weighing my options.
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    Looking good, I like the options this opens up. One question, did you look into putting sn97 cobra bearings & hubs into the factory Datsun struts? They are very close in outside diameter & it may be easier than making a whole new upright.
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    I am in need of replacement bushings for the brake & couch pedal return springs, the white plastic pieces that fit in the notch of the pedal box. Nissan lists them as being discontinued, I was wondering if any one knows of a replacement. 240sx & Lexus is use a similar looking bushing but the only way to know would be to buy & try.
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    I am going to have to redo the entire fuel system on my z & am thinking of using a camaro tank when I do. I will have to run new fuel lines & I'm wondering what material is suggested. Nylon seams to be the OEM line on most vehicles now, it sounds easy to work with & will not have many compatibility issues with modern fuel. I don't know if it holds its shape as well though, and in the factory location may be damaged.
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    No longer looking, thank you z240
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    Any hints on visually identifying when the are out of the car? I know the pedals changed at the same time so are curved pedals correct or do you have to measure & compair?
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    Thank you for the link that is some good info with the brake down by month
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    I think it is. I know the early cars changed every few years, but I think the late 260 & 280 did not change
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    I am swapping my late 74 260z from auto to manual & am having trouble finding pedals or a complete box. Does anyone have one available?
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    From the pictures it looks like you used a 7/8" tilton clutch master cylinder, is that correct? I am putting a lt1 t56 behind a gen 1 small block in my 260z and want to make sure I get the correct one, I have heard both 3/4 and 7/8.
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    I was just wondering what clutch master is preferred for this setup? Jtr recommends the .750 for t5's and most seam to use the .875 with the ls1 t56 but I have found very little information on the lt1 setup.
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    I am getting my engine finished up and ready to install in my late 74 260Z. I have the JTR engine mounts, but I really did not like their transmission mount, the floor board are very thin. I have been looking at different options, it looks like there are some out there for the LS1 engine, but not the older engines. I like the design of the CXracing trans mount http://www.cxracing.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=CXR&Product_Code=TM-T56-240Z&Category_Code=240Z but I;m not sure it the LS engine is mounted lower than JTR mounts the Gen 1 engine. This looks like it should work with the mount in my later car as long as engine position is similar. Has anyone tried a different trans mount with the JRT kit?
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    The core was $500 so if you are near Savannah GA you are more then welcome to purchase it for that price. I am holding on to hope that as it is a none rebuildable core it will not get sent back, but my parts manager wants to ship it out & worry about get the money when BMW gets the core.
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    This sounds like a very interesting project if you get it done. The S85 is a very cool motor, though there a much cheaper ways to make power if that is what you are after. I have an E60 M5 in the shop now that went through water & is getting an engine for putting the #3 rod through the block. The engine from BMW is $22000, none were able to be located in salvage yards. There will also be some electronic issues you will run into, like the scavange oil pumps require a latteral accelleration sensor signal to activate.
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    The engine going in my Z car does not have a engine wiring harness. I am having trouble finding a good one at a salvage yard, most I find are over price & of questionable quality as they are 20 years old. The painless harnesses for the TPI motor are very reasonably priced & I am leaning towards using one for the engine. Has anyone used one of these, I know the JTR book recomends using only the GM harness, I have not tried to source a new one at my local dealer yet, may not even be available. My only issue with the painless harness is that they are set up for a 700r4. Is it easy to change them over to a manaul transmission?
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    Are the ball joints worn allowing extra play? That setup should reqire spacers between the hub & the rotor to properly space them, were incorrect spacers used?
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    OK one more question, the truck TBI setup is alot easier to find than the camaro TPI/TBI setup. I know the camaro will fit but will the truck setup fit with out hitting the hood as it is taller?
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    Thanks for that link, it is amazing how pricy just one of those brackets can get from some sellers.
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    Thanks for conferming that they will fit. Now to try to find some brackets that are not over priced.
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    I am trying to deside on what accessory brackets/belts I am going to run in my car & was wondering what everyone else is running. I live in the South so the car will be getting A/C. I am thinking about TPI camaro serpentine brackets using only the alternator & the compressor as per the JTR TPI book. Will this setup fit a Z car? I know the engine is set to the pass side using the JTR mounts so it could get close to the strut tower.
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    Specs web site is a little hard to navigate, It looks like the SC66S would be the correct steel flywheel for this aplication. They do not list much about it though. Does it use the pull style LT1 clutch? Is it SFI approved? What is the wieght on it?
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