datsunlover Posted December 7, 2003 Share Posted December 7, 2003 Well, I just have to add my $.02 here... I had the chance to meet Glenn this past weekend, and the Jag V12 in his 240 is quite a creation. For some insane reason, he handed me the keys and said "wana drive?" HA!! My god... I didn't even thrash it (not mine!) but WOW... this thing really goes! And the sound of a V12 winding out is somethin else! My 'But-o-meter' was peged at "DAMN THIS THING PULLS!!" and the grin on my face stayed there for the rest of the day... actually, as I'm thinking about it now, the grin is back! I know the jag V12 a bit big/a bit harder to find parts for, but like Glenn said.. his car is heavy to begin with... and ther's lots of V8's but not many V12 in Z's. And I do agree that there are quite a few Jags around that have electrical/other problems that land them in the junk yard, or in a field somewhere. Cheep source of V12's..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dot Posted December 8, 2003 Share Posted December 8, 2003 Hey Matt: Glad you enjoyed the ride... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Juday Posted December 8, 2003 Share Posted December 8, 2003 My 'But-o-meter' was peged at "DAMN THIS THING PULLS!!" Best line I've ever read on this site! So Glenn, If I ever make it up to Toronto would you extend the same priviledge to me? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dot Posted December 8, 2003 Share Posted December 8, 2003 Hey Dan: Not just for anyone, but you are one of the top, respected members on this sight...for sure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Juday Posted December 8, 2003 Share Posted December 8, 2003 Hey Dan:Not just for anyone' date=' but you are one of the top, respected members on this sight...for sure![/quote'] Flattery will get you everywhere! Now, (rubbing hands together ) to come up with a good excuse to go to Toronto. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
datsunlover Posted December 9, 2003 Share Posted December 9, 2003 I tell ya man, do whatever it takes.. call the trip what you will; it will be worth it! Heh heh... Thanks again Glenn, that was the push I needed to keep going on my 280 and get in rooling for the summer. It'll be a lowely straight 6 for next year, but hopefully by next fall, I can do an engine swap... My friend informed me of a Mercedes V8 that is availible for cheep... I may have a look at that.. apperently has some good HP/Torque #'s, and might just squeeze into my engine bay.. or maybe I'll copy cat Glenn, and do a V12! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dot Posted December 9, 2003 Share Posted December 9, 2003 Well before anyone cashes in their air miles I should remind them that I have some Jackstand racing of my own to do. I have a list that will last me until summer. New paint is in order too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MastersMechanic Posted January 22, 2004 Share Posted January 22, 2004 Have you looked at this months sportscar compact and saw the ultima gtr He bought the bmw v-12 and built it I think it said 900 hp not sure really good articals this month can't wait to see the video of Ultimate street car challenge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dot Posted January 23, 2004 Share Posted January 23, 2004 Thanks MastersMechanic: I’ll have to check it out. When is the Ultimate street car challenge? I don’t hang around the tube much these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Chris Leathers Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 I saw on a show that the Aston Martin Vanquish V-12 engine started out as a pair of Taurus 3.8 V-6's put together. I don't know if they were the SHO 3.8 or a standard 2 valve pushrod version. I thought it was interesting. The 5.3 Jag V-12 is not verry impressive. My Dad has a 88 XJS V-12. It is smooth and has a broad smooth power curve, but my stock 250,000 mile L-28 will spank it ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zero Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 My dad has an 89, and the power is definately there. A few things to consider about the speed of the car. It is in a 4000lb car with a very docile 3speed auto and an insanely high final drive. Guys who have put t56's in them have reported very large gains in peformance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ZfrkS62 Posted March 23, 2004 Share Posted March 23, 2004 check out the BMW M70 V12. its about as long as the nissan inline six and pretty narrow. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vegeta Posted April 4, 2004 Share Posted April 4, 2004 Theres always the 6.0liter v12 in the newer mercedes 600's, if you could find one from a wrecked benz somewhere ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ZfrkS62 Posted April 7, 2004 Share Posted April 7, 2004 the M70 and M73 BMW V12 would make the best fit since they are extremely narrow. the M73 5.0 would make the smoother running but obtaining the ECUs (you need 2) and making them work with out the transmission module would be a trick (the ECUs require inputs over a CAN-bus ) so i think the the M70 would work a little better. there may be a company that can flash the ECUs and delete the CAN line but i'm not sure. i don't know what the toronto V12 Z is, but either way it looks sweet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dot Posted April 7, 2004 Share Posted April 7, 2004 The BMW swap is on this thread. http://hybridz.org/nuke/index.php?name=PNphpBB2&file=viewtopic&p=191609#191609 The sump is on the front and the tranny is a little wide. It would be a good swap though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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