ImportRacer Posted November 10, 2002 Share Posted November 10, 2002 Could any of my fellow hybriderZ recommend me to a good shop in the Austin area that could work on my 350z? She has been down for to long and I don’t have time to keep on working on her myself. Also I have some tranny/rearend questions. I currently have a 4speed with a R200 rearend...How much power can the R200 hold? Should I be looking to upgrade to a chevy rearend? My motor is almost putting out 400hp and should be putting out over 400hp shortly, can the R200 hold this? I also would like to get rid of this damn munich(sp?) 4speed and replace it with a nice 5 or 6 speed thats better suited for roadracing. Will a 5/6spd bolt right in inplace of the 4speed or will more fabrication need to be done? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike C Posted November 11, 2002 Share Posted November 11, 2002 What kind of work does it need? I am in school now and looking for side jobs. I charge $25 an hour. The r200 should easily handle the power. Just don't go around just baking one rear tire, however. That really takes its toll on the spider and side gears. I consider an LSD to be a mandatory option above 250 hp when the car is driven moderately hard. Some fab work will need to be done for the 5 or 6 speed depending on which one you choose. Mounts need to be moved and driveshaft shortened and possible shifter hole/handle mods as well. If you want a shop still, I like the Love Car Care on N. Mopac next to Corvette Country. Ask for Clay and tell him Mike Cooper sent you. Expect to pay $60-$80 per hour at just about any reputable, reasonable volume shop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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