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Yeah I've never seen a Shasta cola with phoenix or hawk wings on it . Cool car and awesome patches makes me jealous, I either gotta make one like that or find one. Tyson

WOW, If you could make a 280ZX look like that I'd sell my 280Z and go buy a 280ZX. I think it looks really cool, but nothing like the original datsun which doesn't matter because that looks really cool. I say stop drawing and start working. Tyson

I believe there is a member running a KA behind their L28 can't remember who. I don't know if there are very many similarites between the SR and KA though. Tyson

You don't have to use the 280ZXT motor to build a 2.8L TT. Search on the differences between the Turbo blocks and not they have been discussed. You can use a 260Z motor but its 2.6 liters none Fuel Injected (you'd have to convert). Stroking helps and can get you more power you just have to worry about compression with the stroker kits out there unless you go with custom pistons. Search Search search the answers are on this site. Tyson

THAT THING SOUND SWEET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! what muffler are you running on that? Awesome work, you've got a lot of my respect. Now we need video of it running down the road WOT and full boost . Tyson

MAS Racing Products 2288 University Ave. St. Paul, MN 55114 612 - 644 - 6811 Fiberglass hoods, spoilers and one-piece front ends Thats all I could find, don't think they have a website or one that I've yet to find. Jamie T do you have picture of yours by chance before or after the install? Tyson

Couple of threads about BMW motors in Z's: http://forums.hybridz.org/showthread.php?t=104469&highlight=BMW and http://forums.hybridz.org/showthread.php?t=87201&highlight=BMW I think the biggest problem with these is COST. BMW parts are as people say worth their weight in gold,I think it would be a cool swap but there are other motor's out there IMO that are better for less. best of luck in the choice. Tyson

http://www.eaglerod.com/ Right on the web-page says they now carry em as of November 1st. Tyson

Yeah when I saw that I thought hmmm RB is sounding better everyday. I'd be curious as to how they offer them for less than Pauter directly. Tyson

Yeah the Z comes first, I see a MGB as being a good low budget car. But then again most my ideas aren't low budget Tyson

Worth the money?!?!?!!? Who cares, unless its the most rare car in the world, if it can be hybrid with a cool motor I say do it, screw the cost you'll never get your money out most cars we can afford anyways. Some people make that same statement about HybridZ doesn't seem to stop people from doing it, Purist Soap Box preaching blows. Or maybe you're forgetting your on a hybrid site . Tyson P.S. I love that, I've always had a thing for the MGB's.

I have that exact same problem, though I am on a iMac. What I usually do is if given the option of either flash or Windows Media Player I choose Windows, it is IMO always better for viewing videos. Streetfire gives you an option in the little red tab area. If you still have problems, download DivX codecs and go to Macromedia.com to make sure you have the newest update Macromedia Flash. This should solve your problem. Tyson

Awesome, thank you guys very much. Appreciate the info. Looks like I'm going B1AB this semester then B74A in the summer. Thanks again. Tyson

Okay, I'm looking at taking a welding class at my local Junior College. However, I'm a pretty big newb when it comes down to welding and wanted your guys' opinion on what class you think I should take. My goal is to be able to weld motor mounts, intakes, exhaust systems (manifolds, down-pipes, etc.). I know a lot of this will take practice to create quality work but your opinions would be appreciated: 32261 WELD B1AB - Intro to the Welding Processes Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6. Description: Properties and characteristics of metals and a survey of metal welding processes. Safety, theory, and practical experience in oxy-acetylene welding and cutting, shielded metal arc, PAC, MIG, TIG, submerged ARC, resistance welding and joint design, codes and weld testing. 32263 WELD B53B - Shielded Metal Arc Welding Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6. Description: Basic arc welding theory and manipulative skills related to the shielded metal are welding process, including welding in all positions with various electrodes. 32270 WELD B74A - TIG and MIG Welding Recommended: WELD B1A or WELD B53A or one year work experience as a welder. Description: Theory and application of TIG, MIG Fluxcore, and Submerged welding processes. Emphasizes safe and proper operation of these welding processes while welding on mild steel, aluminum, and stainless steel. WELD B90 - General Welding Description: Entry-level welding skill development in modern welding and cutting processes, theory and practice. Note: For registration information contact the Applied Science and Technology Department at 395-4285. Students cannot register by telephone or the web for this section. Thanks again, Tyson

In defense of this I think what strotter meant is "Good to be YOUR man" just a common typo . That thing is looking awesome and I'm quite envious of that power plant can't wait to see more pics. Tyson

ummmmmmmmmm thats a lot of practice. Tyson

Its not for the ZX like his car. Tyson

First off SEARCH SEARCH SEARCH. 1.) LS1 motors can be found on ebay or at local Junkyards. Came out of 1998-200(?) Camaros, Trans-Ams, or Vettes. 2.) Brokken Kitty makes one for the S30 chassis, and I don't think the 280ZX swap would be that hard to perform with a little modification. 3.) Best motor is personal choice, use, wallet size, and goals. Again search there is just about every motor combination imgagined on this site to be done with semi-reasonable budget. (i don't think we're building these cars because of our million dollar paychecks ) 4.) Wiring depends on what motor you choose, a carbed SBC 350 will most likey be your easiest swap both cost wise and wiring wise. I highly recommend searching a whole lot before posting, cause there is a whole wealth of good quality information on this website. Tyson

Man nothing better than Z with fat a$$ just plain sexy. Can't wait to see the finished product. What are you going to do with the one piece you have now, once you get the other finished? Tyson

Just looking into different engine variations of Small Liter V8's, and forgot the only way to drop displacement was to change the stroke (crank) or have a smaller bore. Tyson

How exactly would that increase displacement? Going from a longer rod to a shorter rod? I figured it'd drop compression, but like i said there aren't any aftermarket cranks that i know of, unless you know of one for the VH45DE. Tyson

Okay well the the displacement won't change, so scratch that. I guess it'll just drop compression. For an engine that isn't popular and has no aftermarket cranks out there how could you drop displacement? Sleeve the cylinders dropping the bore down and go with custom pistons? Tyson