Guest Anonymous Posted October 17, 2002 Share Posted October 17, 2002 I just got Al's mount and it looks great! Very nice welds and very heavy duty. I also have my 5.0 engine and transmission coming. 85k mile on the short block with new heads, roller rockers and an E303 cam. Performer RPM and Holley 600 ready to go. I just have to figure out the header issue. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cameraobsess Posted October 17, 2002 Share Posted October 17, 2002 let me know what you do with the headers. i still dont know what im going to do about that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene_w Posted October 17, 2002 Share Posted October 17, 2002 So how much did he charge you for the mount? And how long did it take him to get it to you? I'm looking to do a 302 conversion fairly soon and if it's worth it to save me the hassle, I might just buy a pre-made mount. If Alsil read this: Do you have dimensions/plans/Autocad for the mount available? Thanks Gene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest buschj Posted October 18, 2002 Share Posted October 18, 2002 Same mount- same problem! When my mount arrives I am going to start swapping headers. I will post if I find a good fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest timhypo Posted October 18, 2002 Share Posted October 18, 2002 I might be interested in that mount as well, I've been thinking small-block Ford lately... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted October 19, 2002 Share Posted October 19, 2002 Al charged me $125 for it including shipping. I got it in about 2 weeks or so. Al is a super guy and I would recommend that mount to anyone swapping in the 302. I am going to try several header types. I am putting the car on the trailer after the engine is in and a local speed shop is going to let me do some test fits. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dp351zcar Posted October 19, 2002 Share Posted October 19, 2002 Shock where in washington are you? I just want to know where the hybrids are in my area so I know I'm not the only one crazy enough to do this in this area. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted October 22, 2002 Share Posted October 22, 2002 I am located in Olympia. There is at least one 302 powered car I have seen. It is currently sitting at Fairlady Motors getting finished. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dp351zcar Posted October 23, 2002 Share Posted October 23, 2002 Yes I have never seen Doug's white 302Z if that is the one you are talking about. I have known Doug since 1984 he is a friend of a friend. Good to know that there are getting to be more hybrids around. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 327zxer Posted November 3, 2002 Share Posted November 3, 2002 blank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 327zxer Posted November 3, 2002 Share Posted November 3, 2002 where can I find those mounts if the 351w mounts the same as a 302. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted November 3, 2002 Share Posted November 3, 2002 Hey guys how's it going? does anyone know if Alsil's mount will work for me? I have a 1980 280ZX and want to transplant the 289 and C4 automatic from my 1970 ford van. also, is there anyone here who could make and sell me a ford driveline-to-datsun differential adapter? or know where i can obtain one of these? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest timhypo Posted November 4, 2002 Share Posted November 4, 2002 You can get a driveshaft made that'll connect your ford tranny to your datsun rear-end at any competent driveshaft shop for $2-300 (and less in some cases). Just crack open your phone book to the automotive section. The problem with an adaptor is driveline length varies according to how you set your particular engine/tranny in relation to your particular rear end. Also, I'd prolly invest in the JTR manual. Although it doesn't cover your car or your engine/tranny combo, there's alot of really good tips on how to make things work and what just plain doesn't work. Hell, I bought it and decided afterward to install a Ford 302 instead of a Chevy 350, but I'm still sure it's gonna be a big help. Also, if you think about it, the swap is easy due to the large amount of room in the engine bay and the fact that you can do everything and then have someone professional connect the final piece (driveshaft). It's an easy swap, as long as you don't need to drive the car for awhile, have a good sized pool of money saved up, are willing to compromise, and aren't afraid to take it apart. I'm gonna do it and the most complex automotive stuff I've done on my own car is change out a starter. With perseverance it will happen, and if you document it someone just like you will love you for it. It would be great to be in a world where people viewed Datsuns at stoplights in the same way they do Vipers or Cobras... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted November 10, 2002 Share Posted November 10, 2002 Regarding headers. Look at www.sandersonheaders.com FF2 & FF4 models Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsil Posted November 10, 2002 Share Posted November 10, 2002 Problem is in the Z chassis, you have to use a block hugger that has a collector in the middle of the engine, because there isn't enough room for the dowmpipe between the starter and the frame rail. Otherwise I would have used EFI-type headers. The Sandersons would fit ine, but they're a bit pricey. I went with Hooker headers. I'm trying to find a pic, but the only pic I have is of the driver's side.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted November 10, 2002 Share Posted November 10, 2002 Dynomax makes a blockhugger type header that is similar to the Chevy type with the collector in the center. They are the hotrod headers. I am going to trial fit those after the engine is fitted. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 327zxer Posted November 15, 2002 Share Posted November 15, 2002 where can I find those motor mounts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene_w Posted November 17, 2002 Share Posted November 17, 2002 Originally posted by supermaxxbasher21:where can I find those motor mounts. Well, you could start by emailing the guy who makes the mount...alsil: zcar@netdojo.com Gene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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