EvilC Posted October 9, 2007 Share Posted October 9, 2007 Well I hit the 2500 mile mark on the swap in less than 2 weeks!! Just returned from Daytona and I am happy to report no problems all the way down --> track day --> back to NY. I had a great time on the track and thinking of how the car performed puts a big smile on my face and was worth every moment within the past 2 years. My Z was one of four LS1 powered Z’s at the convention, so that was a good feeling. On the road trip the Z got 30-33mpg @ 85mph turning 2100rpm. Ran at a cool 180 degrees the entire trip and around 195 during the track event. Brakes held up well and suspension needs to be worked out during the winter. Hope this keeps you guys who are close to keep going with your work and others to get their car ready for the next convention. I really have to thank HBZ and David and Vihn for helping out these past few months. Now it is time to get the car ready for next spring!! More track time!!! =) Pic of my gf and the Z in Daytona Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwik240z Posted October 9, 2007 Share Posted October 9, 2007 Well I hit the 2500 mile mark on the swap in less than 2 weeks!! Just returned from Daytona and I am happy to report no problems all the way down --> track day --> back to NY. I had a great time on the track and thinking of how the car performed puts a big smile on my face and was worth every moment within the past 2 years. My Z was one of four LS1 powered Z’s at the convention, so that was a good feeling. On the road trip the Z got 30-33mpg @ 85mph turning 2100rpm. Ran at a cool 180 degrees the entire trip and around 195 during the track event. Brakes held up well and suspension needs to be worked out during the winter. Hope this keeps you guys who are close to keep going with your work and others to get their car ready for the next convention. I really have to thank HBZ and David and Vihn for helping out these past few months. Now it is time to get the car ready for next spring!! More track time!!! =) Pic of my gf and the Z in Daytona Clive, It was great hanging out with you at the Z convention. The people I have met throught HybridZ are the best. I can't wait for the Zvention next year. If you plan to be down this way, let me know so we can get together for a cruise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvilC Posted October 9, 2007 Author Share Posted October 9, 2007 Here is a short driving vid from the trip down: http://video.cardomain.com/Clip.aspx?key=F3B96B9C9DE4075F Short Vid of the Z the first night I ever took it out. Friend of mine was racing a 99 m3 on 100 shot of juice...so I started behind just to get a feel for my own car. What you think? lol http://videos.streetfire.net/video/55e0d848-0b9c-411c-b6c6-99c2013494d5.htm I will post other vids n pics here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gvincent Posted October 9, 2007 Share Posted October 9, 2007 Awesome Clive! AHH Fast beautiful cars, Beautiful women and being Young!!!!! Well, I'm striving for 2 outa 3, I'm too old for the young part, but don't tell that to my mind, It still thinks I am 24, until I look in the mirror. The swap is getting there, motor is in, being trailered out Sat for more welding etc. I sent you a PM, I will post some progress pics in a couple of days. Thanks, Greg 1976 280Z LT1/T56 R200 CLSD in progress 1978 280Z In need of some body work, Next turbo project! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dudeboy Posted October 10, 2007 Share Posted October 10, 2007 Congratulations Clive, The photos (Vinh convention photos) and the videos are keeping me motivated. I am about month away from getting busy !!!! Very nice and keep the updates coming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 tuff z Posted October 10, 2007 Share Posted October 10, 2007 love the b&w pic of janel on the hood, let me see if i can convince ann marie to pose for the same! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvilC Posted October 10, 2007 Author Share Posted October 10, 2007 love the b&w pic of janel on the hood, let me see if i can convince ann marie to pose for the same! My car isn't painted yet!! lol I do love the way the pic came out. Dudeboy- I know you will be please with your car. Keep us updated as well.....I think I am still smiling a whole 5 days later! =) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80LS1T Posted October 10, 2007 Share Posted October 10, 2007 Car looks and sounds great Clive! Looks like your the one who should have been racing that other car! Guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VinhZXT Posted October 10, 2007 Share Posted October 10, 2007 We put 2500 miles on my friend's LS1 Cobra also. One small problem with the differtial and the driveshaft though. The Cobra has the LSD and we are using the U joint axles. They won't lock into the diff so it was loosing oil slowly. That problem is solved now. The drive shaft also got some new grade 7 bolts with lock tite. We are ready for the next trip already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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