Savage42

If you go with stiff springs like you mentioned, then you'll want different struts that are valved for that rate or adjustables. Stock struts with stock struts (excludes changing the oil) will bounce you all over the place. Adjusting shocks to make up for too soft of a spring will wear out your struts. They work as a unit and most people don't think of suspension that way.

The Toyota 4x4 setup works very well on my friends V8 240. You might want to look at: http://www.modern-motorsports.com or http://www.jskinnovations.com/index%202.htm

I've been into 510s for over a decade and now made the switch to a V8 Z. I see that there are many guys out there (like myself) that would like to know the widest wheel & tire combo that will fit w/o flares and even with flares. Maybe someone would be interested in putting something together if everyone sent wheel size/offset, tire size, and pic (or link) of what they've got on their cars. I wouldn't mind getting the info from everyone and put it together, but someone else would need to make up a page. Anyone game? I'd think the Z crowd is big enough to have a very comprehensive wheel site with links to manufacturers or retailers. Maybe it's just us 510 guys that are crazy enough to put out that kind of info for fellow 510ers. Here's a site that lists OE wheels of makes that work on a 510, as well as aftermarket stuff. http://kmhafer.datsun510.com/wheelFAQ.htm

Yep, definitely a vaccuum leak. Many times, the booster will fill up with gas, too. Hope that helps.

Well, that too! 8)

Well, V8s don't fit in them, as the V6 is about as much as you can fit w/o cutting the firewall, thus losing your heater. A heater is a must here in Oregon. Besides, even the LS1 would add a couple hundred pounds to the front of the car, and it wouldn't handle worth a crap. Since the LS1 combo weighs nearly the same as the L28, it's a great thing for a Z. Why do you think I finally gave up and just went with a Z?

There is nothing wrong with that setup. If the car is putting more than tension/compression on the bar, then the shell is one loose POS. Of course, a trianglated bar that also mounts to the firewall is the most ideal.

I've run the Kuhmo Ecsta 712s on my Turbo 510 and '97 Maxima with excellent results. Prices are right, too! Just my 2 cents.

That's funny. I try! 8) Here's the Viper nemesis 510 (at least at PIR) http://www.dimequarterly.tierranet.com/articles/readers_dime_2_3.html White VG30ET 510. (would have kept up with the Viper on the straights, too) http://www.dimequarterly.tierranet.com/pictures/spreadbury/spreadbury2.jpg

The answer would have to be "YES". The key would be tires. I know that many of my Datsun buddies (albeit, 510 guys) run R compound tires for the street all year around. Here in Oregon, it would be a bit scary due to rain. Anyway, I ran my 510 at Portland Int'l Raceway a couple years ago at a club track day. My car had a 200 HP L22 (4 cylinder), coilovers, brake upgrades, etc, but is a daily driven street car. With a set of 195/60-14 Kumho DOT race tires, I ran identical lap times to the Viper that was there. Since they've got meat on those things, a little more "sticky" on my part seemed fair. At any rate, he'd pull me hard down the straight, but I'd catch right back up in the corners. So, I had better handling than the Viper, that was in a "shoe-box" 510. Since then, I upgraded to a 510 with a VG30ET with 340 HP / 400 ft lbs. That, however, was not enough, so I sold that car for $20k and am building an LS1/6 (C5 or Z06) powered Z car. I decided to go with a bullet, rather than a brick.

I wouldn't be surprised if you got high 20s in Hwy mode. (as long as you don't do too many of those 80-120 bursts) The built 350 (just under 400HP) in my Z w/ 700R4 got 28 mpg on a drive from Oregon to Las Vegas and back. I guess that's what compression and a healthy cam get you. Can't complain too much about that. Guess I just need to get the whole motor, trans, mounts, headers, whole setup ready to bolt into another Z ready to sell so I can go with the LS1. I know, it'll have less HP, but a bit more "driveable". I'm new to the list. Is there a place to post that setup once I get it ready to move? With 10k miles on the setup, it would be great from someone wanting a more radical setup.

I'm looking to swap out the built 375HP 350 w/ Trickflow aluminum heads and race prepped 700R4 for that same setup in my Z. While I like the cammed, hot rod sound of a built 350, I want the smooth & quiet power of the LS1. After looking at several C5 Vettes, I just have to have those cool engine covers. Do you plan on adding them to give it a more finished look? I want the clean look of that Vette in the Z!!

LS1. The LS1 + transmission together are under 500. Yep, fully dressed LS1 w/ auto at 450 lbs, same with 6 speed weighs in at 490.

Where are the pics of the engine? Am I missing something? Scratch that....I know I'm missing something and I want to see. Help!