Briguy280Z Posted August 27, 2003 Share Posted August 27, 2003 Eight new pics of the LS-1 Z. This car hasn't seen paint in about 5 years. I am very happy with the result! I live in the Montery, CA area and trying to enter it into the Cherries Jublie i don't know if i can get it registered before then. If not it will be in the next MSA show. I hope you enjoy my work. http://fp2k.redshift.com/briguy280z Thank you for all the support! Briguy280z Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Psilocybian Posted August 27, 2003 Share Posted August 27, 2003 mm yummy, how much did it cost you to do this swap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaime240z Posted August 27, 2003 Share Posted August 27, 2003 The pics look good! I'm planning on going to the Cherries jubilee! I'll keep an eye out for your Z. I'd love to see it in person. Great work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest comeandzpa Posted August 27, 2003 Share Posted August 27, 2003 Wow, that is a really nice lookin car! Are those American Racing Estrellas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Briguy280Z Posted August 27, 2003 Author Share Posted August 27, 2003 This is a hard question to field right now. how much did it cost you to do this swap I don't have a running total but all the shipping tags i have kept in a box. I dont know if i am scared to see the total or have my wife to see the total. I am trying to keep it underwraps for now. For a wild estimate 5-7k? Are those American Racing Estrellas? Yes, I liked the look when i saw them so i forced them on. Spacers in front 1" and rear 3/4". 17x7.5 40-offset 4x4.5. 215/45ZR17 Front 225/45ZR17 Rear Nitto Neo Gen tires. Hope to get rid of the spacers when the coilovers go in! __________ If it wasn't a challange it wouldn't be fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeromio Posted August 27, 2003 Share Posted August 27, 2003 A/C, A/C, A/C! Whadja do to the bracket? Did you get it machined, do it yerseff? I started grinding away at mine, but I think I need to shave a total of 1/2 inch and it's going really slow. I am taking material off both the engine block side and the compressor side (1/4 inch each). Also, any tips on hoses, fittings, condensor, evaporator? I bought a camaro condensor - too big. Wasted $35. Oh well, I guess I can put it back up on ebay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest benjlv Posted August 28, 2003 Share Posted August 28, 2003 jeromio- consider getting a parallel flow condenser. They are the most efficient type that there is, and should be easy to fit. Contact bakachan on zcar.com....he has one in his car. It will require custom hoses though... http://www.ackits.com http://www.acsource.com cost $80 or so new Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Briguy280Z Posted August 28, 2003 Author Share Posted August 28, 2003 Jeromio - I cut the compressor about 3/8" to get it as close to the bracket as possable and cut the bracket to get as close as i could to the engine. I also shaved the compressor on the outside to clear the frame. You will have to modify the tensioner drill and tap another location because when you move it, it will hit the pully. I used a 280ZX condensor, it mounts pretty easy onto the front of the car. I went to a auto air shop and they got me the connectors for the a compressor. I will try to get pics but its a little tight for a camera. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baddriver Posted August 28, 2003 Share Posted August 28, 2003 Love the interior! The body-color halfcap and trim make for a nice custom look. Very nice looking Z all around. /jealous Jeff E. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bamm Bamm Posted August 30, 2003 Share Posted August 30, 2003 NICe install!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavyZ Posted August 30, 2003 Share Posted August 30, 2003 I'm not sure the wild interior is for me, but I have to say it sure gets some attention!!! Looking very very good---nice work on the install. I hope you get an award if you make it to the Jubilee Davy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JB_BA Posted August 31, 2003 Share Posted August 31, 2003 That's one sweet ride man. JB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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