hey newbie here what do yall think of this engne?

[Guest Anonymous]

hey i am getting a 72 240z manual

 

what do you guys think of this engine?

 

http://www.sdpc2000.com/cart.asp?action=prod_detail&catid=120&pid=463

 

it is a ramjet pfi 350 Price: $4,789.80

 

Horsepower: 350 hp @ 5200 rpm

Torque: 400 ft lbs. @ 3500 rpm

Compression Ratio: 9.4 to 1

Block: Cast Iron 2-Bolt, 4.000" Bore

Crankshaft: Nodular Iron, 3.480" Stroke

Heads, Chamber Size: Vortec, 64cc

Valves (I/E): 1.940"/1.500"

Camshaft, Lift (I/E): 0.431"/0.451"

Dur. @ 0.050" (I/E): 196/207 degrees

Intake: Ram Jet PFI

 

Factory fuel injection for the ultimate enthusiast. Named after the original "fuelie" of the 50's, this all-new state of the art injected crate engine gives you all of the benefits of modern technology and nostalgic styling of the past. This 9.4:1 compression 350hp engine is equipped with a hydraulic roller camshaft and full roller 1.6 ratio rocker arms for maximum high tech performance. Fuel is delivered through a state-of-the-art injection system and controlled by the MEFI 3 controller, providing great cold starts, exceptional throttle response, power and drivability. Perfect for street rods and street machines, the Ram Jet 350 comes complete with wiring harness, MEFI controller and detailed instructions.

 

ok if i got this engine and lets say a t56 tranny what else would i need? also is this a good set up? could i hit 11s with exhaust?

thanks alot i really appreciate the wealth of information this board has to offer.

[Heavy Z]

Well, that is a sharp looker(especially that extra-attitude FI). I've got a 327 with close to these figures, so FWIW:

 

1) This horsepower won't get you into the 11's. 13's definitely, 12's maybe. Your car will be very fast, but you get used to it and then you want more.

 

2) I'm suprised this engine isn't putting out more power considering all the goodies. Maybe they will upgrde the roller cam as it looks sorta mild. Mine's getting upped next week(as well as some other goodies) - refer to #1 above for reasoning.

 

3) Aluminum heads are a nice way to shave weight

 

4) You probably need another 100 HP (450 or so) to really start haulin' in a Z (my opinion).

 

Hope this helps, good luck, and welcome!

 

Heavy Z

[Heavy Z]

Check this out for some better numbers:

 

Unnoficial Z Quarter Mile Page

 

Heavy Z

[Mike C]

I think the Ram Jet is an awesome setup for a swap into a daily driver. It is not a good choice for a max effort motor because the electronics are not upgradeable. This means swapping to a big cam will require the addition of aftermarket electronics, which makes the ZZ4 or Scoggin Dickeys knock-off ZZ430 and an aftermarket setup like the stealth ram seem ideal.

[Guest greimann]

The dog house on the top looks a little tall and long. You should do some measuring before you order.

[Guest Anonymous]

so i may have clearance problems? hmm and i wont hit lls.. do you guys think this engine could handle a 100shot wet? and hit 11s? do yhou think this engine would respond well to nitrous? thanks again

[Guest Anonymous]

I dont have much experience with NOS on V8's, but lots with V6's and 4 bangers. I'd say this engine would get along nicely with 100 hp wet shot. Wet is alot more stable and safer then dry systems, so with your 9.5:1 or so compression you should be sitting just about right.