jerryb

That helps a lot. Thank guys.

I had a similar problem......so I installed the maf on the pressure side. The blow through set up solved my problems in a heart beat.

Thanks cockerstar Its much appreciated! If that size fits on a non-flared car my search is over. I currently run 17" x 8" with spacers...just doesnt seem wide enough for the car. I would also like to eliminate the spacers.

17x9.5, -19 rear; and 17x9, -13 front. 17x9.5, -19 rear; and 17x9, -13 front.

quick update....This is still a go but Im having a hard time getting a quote on laser cutting the parts. I will be going to another shop this afternoon. Sorry for the delay!

Sounds great, I'd love to check them out. Please send pics to the following... jbarvinek@rogers.com Do you know what year are they are From? Thanks for the Response! Jerry

Who's the supplier of those Hubs? Are they AZC as well. Also wondering where you got that gear puller for the gear on the crank nose. I'm having a hard time finding something that fits..?? Thanks!

Im looking for a pair of 240Z doors. They must be very clean with no previous repairs, preferably southern metal without salt rot. Can be stripped down. If you have them and you could use the extra cash for your project fire me a PM and lets work something out. Thanx!!

Sooo....the shop that did the original laser cutting is no longer in business and my original dimensions (strap length) and CAD drawing were lost. I have the strap length for the early S30 (my 240Z) ...but I need the measurement for the other years. To help keep costs down a friend as agreed to to make new CAD drawing for me this Monday but I need the various lengths for the different model years. So ...calling out...... help me help you... measure the length of both your straps from the tip to the right angle bend. ......... just like this... www.forums.hybridz.org/uploads/3/7/6/7/9/17659_thumb.attach Include the YEAR of your car!!!!...very important. I have identified a new laser shop and they are interested so once I collect the various lengths of your straps I will get into action. The sooner I get the lengths for the various S30 models the sooner I can start. Are there any of you that would prefer mild steel straps?? I would also be willing to make them for the 280ZX...... I believe the straps are very similar but of course....Im assuming the lengths are different. Let me know if your interested or know the lengths. Thx<br class="Apple-interchange-newline">

LOL...OK...I will talk to my contacts and get back to you shortly. Give me a couple of weeks tops and I will have an answer for all of ya. Thanx guys!

Hi all.... I'm still alive and and am now back on Hybrids. Firstly I apologize for my silence.... I should have replied but I guess life got in the way and I sort of got preoccupied and disinterested in a lot of things. Anyway, I'm Back! If you are interested I can still look into making more stainless and perhaps steel gas tank straps. I just need to review the project and see what changes if any are required. Anyway... Let me know...... Cheers! It's good to be back. .......

LOL... I made a near identical Tranny Mount! I was worried about crushing the square tubing when bolting to the body mounts so I placed a thick walled round tube inside that the bolt passes through. I figured it would also hold the torque better over the long term.

If you crank it over by battery you will probably miss the mark. Put a 27 mm socket on the crank pulley and do it by hand....it takes quit a few cranks to get it to line up again.......but it will.

Freakin Great........not only has he your BB...but now he's famous!

Ya...it was a great game for both teams. As a Czech born Canadian I dont even like hockey .....but Im fanatic about Olympic hockey! All the best players on the same ice playing for national pride. Not just a NHL brawl that breaks into a hockey game every so often. Right from the start of these games I knew Canada would win....dont know why?? It was our time....... TonyD.....you hooligan..........

:rolleyes: :rolleyes:

OH...the same compamythat made the Cramiro! LOL

Whats a CAPROCE?

Ive recently started Iracing and its actualy pretty good. I purchased Mosport because its my "home track" and I would say its very realistic. For sure not the real thing but damn decent. I have a much harder time driving the track on line than in real life because you dont have the sense of speed. Its extremely important that you look as far ahead as possible and get use to looking into the corner of the screen to look into the corner......all basic driving principals applied in a different media. No you dont get actual car sensations but my G25 force feedback steering and peddle setup is decent and can give you a good work out. Not just vibrations and shudders but real bump and irregularities in the track over the curb kind if feelings. Its pretty cool. I honestly believe it will help make one a better driver as it does give you track "time" but...... there is no substitue for real life experience. It wont allow you to hit the track like a pro after a 1000 hours of vitual time....and I dont expect the most expereince driver in the world will be able to sit in front of the TV and drive like a Virtual pro the first time out. Like anything else its learned and depends on the individuals natural ability. Like any SIM, when used properly Im pretty sure it will help in real life. The best part about Iracing is that it encourages....insists.... that you drive with all the same principals as real track driving.......you cant just bouce off walls and never use your brakes in order to get a good time. You must have the right line, the right speed, the right gear....you have have to shift correctly or you will spin out....you cant creep to far out over the grass ...cant bump others and it even damaged your engine with too many revs....etc,etc..... And the graphics are pretty damn good. Not flashy....just real and representative to the track your on. So for example....If I have never driven Lime Rock and have a chance too, Iracing will allow me to learn the track at home so when I do arrive at the real track I wont appear to be a total rookie. You will have a chance to memorize the track and its corners, you will learn the various track markers....(ie...head for that pole for the right line) and you will have an idea of expected speeds and brake points...... So for the critics and doubters out there.....dont knock it till you try it!! :nono:And besides...winters are long around here and its a nice way to burn up a bit of late night time. It fun..... My biggest problem is frame rate.....Im not yet sure if its my connection or just lack of enough video card....or perhaps a bit of both. I use my sons mulimedia laptop and believe the video card is just enough. Any suggestions?? Now for some early morning track time!

I dont believe its series specific but engine specific. As mcfly notes, the Rb25s had the stronger trannys.

Jeepers!!!! Dont sand blast the car if you dont have too. There are safer alternatives that wont ruin your Z. I havent seen an entire car messed up but I did see a pair of perfect doors turned wavy. Plastic meda blasting works very well, CO2 is an option and then there is the old standby ......baking soda. If you do end up sand blasting stay away from the body panels and keep to the "hard to reach areas".

Dont you think it will be more fun driving it there?

Very nice!!!!!!!

I lost my first Z this way many years ago. Dove under the biggest trailer hitch attached to a big ass chevy. Was his fault but I hit him from behind... As it turned out my car had more rust than I thought so I decided to scrap it. I negotiated with the insurance company and arranged to keep the car and settled for a lower cash payout. Sold all the parts and came out...... "OK", minus the Z. Depending on the laws in your state...perhaps you can do the same,and throw the money at the repairs........... Wouldnt it be grand if you could buff it out....!

Why would you cut something if you can unbolt it? Do it right.....you will be happier in the long run and everything will look and fit better.