Nelsonian
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Just a little bit of a progress update with rectifying the first Rocket Bunny front bumper that was in dire need of finishing. I received an email from Greddy stating another bumper was on it's way on Feb 22 the day before I was to leave for Costa Rica. Not sure what was the deal as no one from Greddy had gotten in contact with me prior to this odd email.
I went on my trip and saw big iguanas, Capuchin and spider monkeys, parrots, heard howler monkeys as well as a big toucan in one jungle house we rented down the southern end of CR at Pavoni's just above Panama. Stayed on the North Pacific side at Camaronal, then Pavoni's down south and finished off the trip at Playa Hermosa with every spot delivering good quality surf.
So coming back home I see no box had been delivered and called once again to Greddy to explain my situation with the messed up bumper. I finally got a hold of Greddy and with the help of Mike in sales sent my pictures to TRA Pandem in Japan to which they made me a new bumper and sent it for free to my business address. I just picked it up from Fedex today and upon inspection was happy to see a more finished piece. I was told by Mike on Friday that they were rushing to get it done and sent out to me so there is the smallest amount of sanding needed on the middle line of the front facing wedge which is no big deal at all. I am happy with Mike from Greddy helping me rectify this and keeping up good communication after we established my problems. So now I have the original one that I will add fiberglass in the low spots and sand then paint black and put up for sale. That's about it for the current new parts, but am working on getting HKS 264* cams and all Ferrea valve train for the next items to mark off the "to get list".
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I'm curious if this car was for sale on a local Craigslist or comparable for a reasonably close asking price, and for how many weeks it was posted if so. I guess all it takes is more than one interested in an auction setting. Extremely strong money for what comprises that whole package. I don"t think this is setting the average price range for comparable equipped cars, rather more than one interested and bidding. I for one don't care to see S30's jump too drastically into high price categories for several reasons.
Firstly, they have for the most part been affordable and accessible for many years allowing many to get in, customize for competition weather it be purely amateur hobbyist such as myself or working on up through the racing leagues with bigger players.
The drastic jump in pricing would more than likely play a big factor in peoples choices of actually modifying them and more importantly enjoying flogging them as they should be.
I personally, am building my own interpretation of my ultimate, well balanced, powerful S30 for my own approval with as much regards to using quality parts as I can afford as I never plan on selling my attainable dream car. Just my 2 cents worth, (maybe worth less).
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That looks great! What's your rim width and offset?
As per his post a few pages earlier (#2071), he is running a 275"-40 series tire on the rears which could be on either 10" or possibly 10.5" from the limited run 2015 Te37 V-SL as seen on post (#2067) same page supplied by member Docaam. The 2015 limited run V-SL line had a (9.5" -15), (10" - 20), and (10.5" - 25) options with more back spacing than the standard Te37 V like I bought. Attached is the 2015 limited run sizings as well as the 2016 which did not offer the wider options in 17".
I am curious to know exactly as well.
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I have a mint condition 60mm Weber throttle body that I won't be using. I also have a mint BBK 70mm and a Q45 90mm incase you were building a custom intake.
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I'm loving your attention to detail and looking forward to the following installments. I like the cut of your jib.
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We must have a new update!!!!!
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I would like to have mine powder coated as well.
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Anybody recall seeing a picture of a gusset that ties the hub and shock tower? Keep them from flexing? I thought you had one Nelsonian. Can't seem to find.
Just getting around to seeing that question. Did you ever find the pics you were searching for ?
Small update as I have been patiently awaiting my front fiberglass Rocket Bunny bumper that I purchased through Greddy Performance back in the beginning of November. I was happy with anticipation as I unwrapped it from the bubble wrap last Tuesday. That was until I completely removed it and held it in the light to see just how unfinished the end caps were with what appeared to be missing material in some spots and non sanded areas in others. I first thought it must have been damaged on route from Japan to Greddy, but have decided it must be the process of adding the end caps last and not putting much effort into smoothing. Either way it is the most unfinished fiberglass piece I have ever bought out of a full Subtle Z kit, Jim Cook racing rear low profile spoiler, three piece IMSA spoiler and lastly a MSA BRE style spoiler. I sent an email with pics to Greddy on the following day with no response, so I called the next day. I was told that they receive so many spam emails to that address so I tried the direct address from my invoice with again no response on their part. I took a chance on this bumper fitting up with the front Subtle Z from Ztrix.com, and will have to fill in some areas to get proper gaps all around. I really like how the pointed wedge shape of the bumper hints at the G-nose look.
The only other thing I have been working on was getting some Volk wheels spoke stickers in red as I had seen on the FuguZ car. I ordered some 17" red stickers from the TE37 SL model only to find out they were too long for my TE37 V models due to the stepped lips on the V's. After some more research I discovered the FuguZ was using a 2015 limited edition model (Te37 VSL). I had the company ACG automotive whom I purchased the wheels from contact Mackin Industries to see if any were still available for purchasing. None were left and the helpful suggestion and actions of ACG's sales staff, (Emily Taylor) helped me with having some identical stickers made by neighboring company Zero Paint for much less than the original Volk stickers.
I plan to fill in the excess indention's of where the Subtle Z fenders and lower air dam meet at side profile. I will also add more fiberglass to the inner area of the bumper where it curves on the ends to keep an even gap. Pics of the bumper and wrong size spoke stickers included.
Counting down the days until Feb 23 as I have an 11 day surf trip planned to Costa Rica , so car progress will slow as a result due to low funds.
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Working on my 240z wide body kit.
Please make a build thread. I like what you are creating there.
Flatline, Sorry to jack this thread on you.
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Just sent in a $200 deposit for the full kit. PM on it's way next.
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I purchased the Bad Dog front and rear frame rails as well as sway bar plate and also bought the Zedd Findings floors. I did not put all in myself, but rather had the professional fabrication skills of Tho Chung of Time Machine Race Craft install all for me. He did not give any negative at all with the work he had to do. One thing I can comment on is how solid the car felt when this was completed and this was before the weld in roll bar. I was happy with both communication and the whole products from both sources.
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So what did you end up deciding on?
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Great final results there, looks fantastic!
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Mentioned in the first minute or so.
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I'm certainly watching and looking forward to what will come of it.
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Evaporust is a good starting point. It is safe on all metals and hands body as well as environment.
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No problem. After looking at all the regular places, local Craigslist, Ebay etc... and finding first series, garbage 350Z versions improperly labeled as Cd009's and even a very few legitimate used CD009's with a steep asking price and a long distance away for shipping, I decided to spend a little more for a brand new one. I purchased it new through Z1 Motorsports in Georgia and had it shipped to my place of work saving $50 on the shipping for a total of $1900. Company was very easy to work with, answered all of my questions and sent it out in a timely fashion. Eventually the next move will be to either cut and weld the shifter arm bracket to appropriate placement or look into Hokes nicely made re-locator and finally get a short shifter arm.
https://www.z1motorsports.com/manual-transmission/nissan/new-oem-cd009-6m-transmission-p-3342.html
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I have a fresh Marlin Crawler built R154 with a new, unused Tech2 Motorsports lengthened shift rod and cover as well as their aluminum driveshaft also new and unused. I also have the Spec twin disc/flywheel clutch combo that came with it. Both only have 1,700 miles on them with receipts from the previous owner. Contact me via PM if you want some more info.
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So my cousin just pulled his turbo ecotec out of a buggy project of his and dropped a ls crate engine in it..some reason he called me up and asked if I had any use for it..well not having much luck finding an adapter plate so figured I'd ask here. Anyone seen an Ecotec to datsun z bellhousing adapter system? Figured I may throw this system in for shits and grins until I get my original build put together. Or I just may leave it and buy another z to make into what I had planned before. Bit of a stupid question but figured I'd give it a shot. lol
Could try contacting this guy to have one made.
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Possibility for five lug Longchamps ??
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Well put them on, I want to see how they look.
You and me both, believe me! Only problem is my car is still a million miles away from bolting anything on it and still tack welded to the dolly. I am really contemplating changing up the R200 lsd, Driveshaft shop cv axles and MM billet stub axles for a more stout option potentially prolonging movement on the build even more. Finally, as components feed off of each other, I am strongly considering carefully removing the rear subtle Z quarter panels and replacing with the wider YZ option, though possibly slightly trimmed to better accommodate my 10" wide rears as opposed to the 12" they can handle. I'm hoping for a 295 in the rears on the 10's or wider if possible. Have to get serious with mentioned decisions, sell of some older parts and move forward.
On a related note however, I will include a pic or two of Gixxersquid's fantastic build and motivation for my wheel choice.
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Just bumping this to see if anything new has occurred.
Nelsonian 240z
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Yeah, one of the few times it all worked out. On a non Z related note. A short while ago my father had been cleaning out his garage in NC and sent me this new, unused Moto Meter in all it's original box with literature that my grandfather had packed in his garage of auto goodies from many, many years ago. He was a mechanic for Buick and had a 1920 Buick which I wonder if this part was intended for. Thought it was cool and a nice reminder of my Grandpa none the less.