RSMOTH Posted June 29, 2012 Share Posted June 29, 2012 im starting my build of a 1974 260z. im putting a 350 chevy v8, and im trying to get opinions on which mount kit to buy. the jtr kit, or the motorsport auto kit from the z store. the motorsport kit is cheaper, but is it just as good? please any input would be very appreciated....thanx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miles Posted June 29, 2012 Share Posted June 29, 2012 This has been discussed many times. Do a search for more info. I have used the MSA mounts on two 240Z V8 builds. They are not built for high HP or racing. They are fine for a daily driver. Do a member search for me (miles) and you will find my old posts dealing with JTR vs MSA and how to install the MSA mounts. I prefer the MSA mount only because the trans mount allows a lot of flexibility in adjusting the driveline angle. Most people here use the JTR mounts so search for JTR mounts Research Hybrid Z and then come back with more questions. All the anwers you seek have been covered in the various forums. Be sure to buy the JTR book on how to do a V8 Z project and study Hybrid Z in detail before starting your project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjhines Posted June 30, 2012 Share Posted June 30, 2012 (edited) lol...driveline angle is the least of your worries.. well not the least...but there are soo many.... Miles has you on the right track for sure. Study the various systems in your car and understand that all of the various systems will change if you do this right. There are thousands of possible mods with quite a few obvious top choices. A Hot-Rod / occasional track toy can be put together with the JTR/SBC/WCT-5 kit, a bolt in rollbar and chassis stiffeners, Sport springs and struts with adjustable parts to get camber, cast, toe correct and lowered, moderate 4x disk brake upgrades and a lightweight V8(aluminum heads, intake WP, etc). Go all aftermarket on your gauges, and do all the wiring harness fixes and upgrades, relays, etc. Edited June 30, 2012 by bjhines Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsicard Posted June 30, 2012 Share Posted June 30, 2012 If the 260Z engine is still running, keep it running and focus on the suspension first. Modify all four struts for adjustable coil overs. Then on to the rear differential. Do any necessary body work for rust issues. Install Bad Dog frame rails. Then tackle the engine and transmission change. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miles Posted June 30, 2012 Share Posted June 30, 2012 rsicard is offering good advice. Build a solid foundation before doing the engine swap. I left the L6 in the car and started with suspension and brakes which allowed me to shake out the bugs before doing the engine swap. This was followed by an R200 differential swap and radiator upgrade in preparation for the final SBC and Camaro T5 trans installation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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