5.3swapped260z Posted March 27, 2018 Share Posted March 27, 2018 So over the weekend I finally found a decent 260z to start my build I've been wanting to do since about 2008. Like most z cars it has it's rust and it needs alot of stuff. But I was kind of looking for one with those needs. I don't have a ton of pics yet but I have started a little of the teardown. The second pic of it is after I got it home and into her new home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5.3swapped260z Posted March 27, 2018 Author Share Posted March 27, 2018 No real updates today. It has been extremely cold for this time of year here in South Carolina, but I plan on getting some work done Friday before work.and maybe a few more pictures. This weekend I hope to go pick up the gen3 5.3 long lock to start disassembly and cleaning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5.3swapped260z Posted March 29, 2018 Author Share Posted March 29, 2018 Update. This weekend I am picking up a t56 transmission out of an 05 Vette for 200 bucks. It needs 3rd fixed. I couldn't pass on the deal. And I'm picking up a gen 3 5.3 long lock for the rebuild for 300bucks. 500 for drivetrain is pretty good deal imo. Anyone rebuilt the t56 themselves? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Oben Posted March 29, 2018 Share Posted March 29, 2018 The vette will be a T56 with a Diff no tail shaft, to speak of. It is the same only different. Sometimes a good deal may or may not be one. JMHO, Richard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5.3swapped260z Posted April 1, 2018 Author Share Posted April 1, 2018 Another update with a few more pictures. Sorry for the terrible pics my shop still doesn't have power....hopefully getting that fixed by the end of the month. Got the 5.3 and tremec t56. Also got the hood and hatch off and more of the interior pannels out. Most are in pretty decent shape. Gonna get new door skins and lower rear quarters made at a local shop. Mine had bad water damage. But I still have most of them for a decent template. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5.3swapped260z Posted April 5, 2018 Author Share Posted April 5, 2018 Anyone have glass removal tips? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walkerbk Posted April 5, 2018 Share Posted April 5, 2018 On the front window, you can use a razer blade and run it along the inside at a 45* angle cutting towards the glass. This should cut right between the glass and the metal. If your windshield has been replaced, I have had good success with using a flat head slipped under the seal from the inside and "pushing" the windshield out without damaging the glass or the seal... but that was on a new seal that had been on the car 2 years not the oem after 40. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socorob Posted April 5, 2018 Share Posted April 5, 2018 How are you going to convert that transmission to make it usable? Is it easy to do? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5.3swapped260z Posted April 6, 2018 Author Share Posted April 6, 2018 9 hours ago, walkerbk said: On the front window, you can use a razer blade and run it along the inside at a 45* angle cutting towards the glass. This should cut right between the glass and the metal. If your windshield has been replaced, I have had good success with using a flat head slipped under the seal from the inside and "pushing" the windshield out without damaging the glass or the seal... but that was on a new seal that had been on the car 2 years not the oem after 40. What about the side windows Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5.3swapped260z Posted April 6, 2018 Author Share Posted April 6, 2018 8 hours ago, socorob said: How are you going to convert that transmission to make it usable? Is it easy to do? Umm I wouldn't say it is easy. But I have to tear this one down anyways so swapping the housing and required items if bought new from GM cost around 450-550 ish putting me at 650-750 for a stronger fbody t56 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walkerbk Posted April 6, 2018 Share Posted April 6, 2018 No idea about side windows. When I painted I just rolled them down and covered then holes where paint could get in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Oben Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 The side windows un bolt from the regulator. Pain to do but not bad. Hard part is getting it all back in, one of those hold your tongue just right moments. Richard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5.3swapped260z Posted April 8, 2018 Author Share Posted April 8, 2018 Thanks Richard for all your input. Got a decent bit of progress done this weekend. Thinking I'm gonna need a new driver fender mine is pretty rotten. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5.3swapped260z Posted April 17, 2018 Author Share Posted April 17, 2018 Got a little more work done. Have a few things otw in the mail to get fitted and I'm starting on the dash repair and cleaning up some of the older stuff will post progress pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socorob Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 Are you going with a fuel cell? If not, I have an extra spare tire well in perfect condition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5.3swapped260z Posted April 19, 2018 Author Share Posted April 19, 2018 Socorob I am going fuel cell. I hate that spare tire well. Waste of space. Thanks for the offer. I need to find a matching lock set for my doors and hatch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5.3swapped260z Posted April 29, 2018 Author Share Posted April 29, 2018 Got a good bit of stuff done to the car since the last post. And hopefully all the suspension and the diff will be removed tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5.3swapped260z Posted May 3, 2018 Author Share Posted May 3, 2018 Another update. Ordered new front rotors from a 300zx and the spaces from T3 and got the new s12w calipers from O'Riley. Plus all of the suspension is off and the diff is out. Ordered all new red poly bushing which should be here soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Oben Posted May 3, 2018 Share Posted May 3, 2018 You, sir have been very busy. Richard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trackzpeed Posted May 5, 2018 Share Posted May 5, 2018 Making good progress. Keep up the good work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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