Z32POWER.com Posted October 9, 2005 Share Posted October 9, 2005 How's this for a first post: I am building a street legal drag car here in the USA. About 6 years ago my car started out as a bone stock, non-turbo, 300zx convertible. I bought the car with plans to convert it to a slightly modded twin-turbo car. Well, that happened, and it wasnt enough, so I put in a built motor with a large single turbo on the VG30DE(TT). Well, that turned out to be not enough yet again, and now I am putting in a monster of a setup. I gave up the .4 liters of displacement for an outstanding rev-range with the RB26. I was wondering if anyone in australia has used a GT47 on their built RB26... if so, power levels, spool, etc... My motor is going to rev out to 12,000 rpm, so I should have plenty of powerband. Car information: 1. Modifications List 2. Project Pictures 3. Link to project cars overview page 4. GT47-80 Turbo Specs Some pics: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z32POWER.com Posted October 9, 2005 Author Share Posted October 9, 2005 its backhalved now, so I will have plenty of traction with big *** slicks pics lots more pics here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thehelix112 Posted October 9, 2005 Share Posted October 9, 2005 Looks like a weapon. Street car? You're joking. Hehe.. What times has it run? Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z32POWER.com Posted October 9, 2005 Author Share Posted October 9, 2005 Looks like a weapon. Street car? You're joking. Hehe.. What times has it run? Dave originally i was planning on keeping it streetable, now, with the backhalve, high stall converter, and the fact I am probably going to need a funnycar hoop (cage around driver area since the car is a convertible) I am going to rarely drive it on the street. In pennsylvania, as long as you have a muffler, headlights, tailights, wipers, turn signals, etc. and drive it under 5k miles a year, it is emissions exempt and road legal. The car is still in progress, will run it spring 06 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z-Gad Posted October 9, 2005 Share Posted October 9, 2005 Very sweet ride... And welcome!! What power/times are you intending to run? I look forward to following your progress, so don't disappear on us Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JAMIE T Posted October 10, 2005 Share Posted October 10, 2005 Very nice! What stall are you planning for it? Stony and James are the only guys on this forum who are building drag only cars with the RB26. Stony is running a 'glide. He's doing a 260Z. James is doing a 240SX. I'm doing a 240Z, but it's using stick shift. I'm not back-halving my car but I am putting 300ZXTT rear diff and axles and hubs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z32POWER.com Posted October 10, 2005 Author Share Posted October 10, 2005 I am looking to run 8's in the car, and depending on the final weight, possibly high 7's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JAMIE T Posted October 10, 2005 Share Posted October 10, 2005 You will need a funny-car cage, and it must be SFI approved to 7.50's. I can't remember the rule number, but you will want to consult he NHRA tech guide. For a stall converter, you'll want a minimum of 5500, probably 6000-6500. Your converter builder should be able to re-stall what ever you start with. It's really all about tuning. You won't get it right on the first try. It'll be fast, but the right converter will make all the differance. It looks amazing. You'll be well over the 1000hp mark for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stony Posted October 10, 2005 Share Posted October 10, 2005 Welcome to the site. sounds like you and I have almost the same goals. Especially the ready for the road time. Im shooting for somewhere in the 9s to hi 8s. Anyways keep us posted and goodluck with your build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z32POWER.com Posted October 10, 2005 Author Share Posted October 10, 2005 You will need a funny-car cage' date=' and it must be SFI approved to 7.50's. I can't remember the rule number, but you will want to consult he NHRA tech guide. For a stall converter, you'll want a minimum of 5500, probably 6000-6500. Your converter builder should be able to re-stall what ever you start with. It's really all about tuning. You won't get it right on the first try. It'll be fast, but the right converter will make all the differance. It looks amazing. You'll be well over the 1000hp mark for sure.[/quote'] stall is 6500 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z32POWER.com Posted October 10, 2005 Author Share Posted October 10, 2005 Welcome to the site. sounds like you and I have almost the same goals. Especially the ready for the road time. Im shooting for somewhere in the 9s to hi 8s. Anyways keep us posted and goodluck with your build. your build sounds very similar... cool stuff, i saw some videos of your car here before i'll keep this thread updated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slownrusty Posted October 10, 2005 Share Posted October 10, 2005 VERY VERY impressive....you have my attention!! I am sure you have a little fortune wrapped up in that machine...but wow. Love the side shot with the slicks! Yasin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240Z Turbo Posted October 10, 2005 Share Posted October 10, 2005 You realize that ATI Performance products sells the tranny adapter which includes and SFI Approved Flexplate and you can also purchase their custom 8" race converter. I opted to go with the turbo 350 with my setup which should arrive next week. What is the scoop regarding the 2JZ lifters(buckets)? Any info is appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stony Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 You realize that ATI Performance products sells the tranny adapter which includes and SFI Approved Flexplate and you can also purchase their custom 8" race converter. I opted to go with the turbo 350 with my setup which should arrive next week. What is the scoop regarding the 2JZ lifters(buckets)? Any info is appreciated. I'm not sure but i think the ATI adapter maintains the rb slate. the adapter he is using (custom) sets the motor striaght up. I'm alaso pretty sure that as long as the thinkness of the adapter is maintained... that any of the adapter kits flexpates will work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z32POWER.com Posted February 2, 2006 Author Share Posted February 2, 2006 updates!! update on the chassis. I know switched to ALL-RACE and decided to have the chassis made to 25.1e NHRA specs. Pics of the progress: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240Z_Master Posted February 2, 2006 Share Posted February 2, 2006 All I can say is GOOD GOD! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbo_fb Posted February 3, 2006 Share Posted February 3, 2006 That's an amazing cage. Don't forget to make a entry on it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z32POWER.com Posted February 20, 2007 Author Share Posted February 20, 2007 think its about time for an update. the chassis is almost done, car should be 100% complete in a few months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LT280z Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 Hurry up and update again !!! I NEED MORE !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mario_82_ZXT Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 Got rubber? Wow. Mario Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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