Mikelly Posted June 25, 2001 Share Posted June 25, 2001 Guys, I know somewhere out there I read on one of the sites about someone running a T56 with the L6 motor in a Z. I had a guy (Russ Metzger) e-mail me and asking for particulars. Any of you guys know about this type of swap? Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Shasteen Posted June 26, 2001 Share Posted June 26, 2001 Mike, I remember reading about it on another Z-club/z-site about a year ago when I was looking for my current Z; unfortunately I dont remember which site it was as I didnt write it down. I want to say a site based out of Florida-but that would be just a guess as I dont really remember. Kevin, (Yea,Still an Inliner) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clint78z Posted June 26, 2001 Share Posted June 26, 2001 I think JeffP was into that at zcar.com, here is what he had for info. Personally I think the tranny is too big, and gear ratios not right for the motor, a supra six speed would be slick. Post from JeffP Hi Jeff, Bill Boudreau here from ZR51 Performance. Axle from ZF Industries requested that I contact you regarding your inquiry about retrofitting a ZF S6-40 6-speed into your 83 Nissan 280zx turbo race car. ZF Industries recognizes me as being the top specialist in the country for extreme performance applications-building of the ZF S6-40 6-speed transmission. I have several different modification packages available for race-ready balance and blueprint rebuild packages. Street-Stripe all the way on up to ORR 220+ mph routine-service capability. I am available for any questions that you may have. Best Regards, Bill Boudreau bill777@inficad.com ZR51 Performance www.ZFDoc.com 5612 East Almeda Court Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 319-6575 Here is my reply to this mail I sent out last night. Hello Bill, thank you for your reply. I was beginning to think I was sending technical questions to a deaf ear. Here are my thoughts: I realize the ZF-6 transfer case was not designed with the import in mind, however, I have begun to recognize the demand for such an upgrade proposal. I have come to realize there is an untapped resource for revenue incorporating this unit into existing sports cars, not only the Nissan automobiles, but a number of automobiles, both old and new models. I am interested in the Zcar in particular. I have done some research and found that although the Zcar is quite old, there is still a significant demand for performance upgrades to the vehicle. I have concluded that this is only attributed to the age old mind set of the American people that old is cool, better, more reliable ect ect, and has permeated countries such as Australia because of one powerful medium, the Internet. I believe there is money to be made from providing an upgrade system to the general populous that would incorporate a six speed transfer case to these vehicles, along with a number of vehicles. I recognize the tendency towards new technology not only in America, but world wide, that appears to be driving the market place. Recognizing the changing market to a more global vision, I am convinced an after market upgrade for this product would be quite lucrative. I believe people would rather upgrade a particular widget then to purchase a new widget. I would like to develop a bell housing, clutch,( that could be duplicated easily by companies, for instance, Ceterforce ) factory equipped automobiles that would be considered a performance upgrade to suit their needs utilizing the ZF-6 transmission. My specific thoughts are regarding the Nissan Zcar, however the possibilities are wide open at this juncture. Why not provide car owners the opportunity for an upgrade system that would not be dealer dependent. The customer would be able to keep pace with technology with an existing unit, in this case a car, and accomplish this cheaply, relatively speaking. I would appreciate your input regarding costs and feasibility of R/D for such an undertaking. REGARDS: Jeff Priddy Lets see what happens folks, maybe we can get the best of both worlds for our cars. I really tried to impart the idea that there will be a market worldwide for this upgrade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnc Posted June 27, 2001 Share Posted June 27, 2001 T56s are huge! You can get a brand new Quaife 5 speed transmission with your choice of gears, input shaft, and tailshaft for about $1,800.00. For an additional $350.00 you can get it with an aluminum case and cover that lops off an additional 20 lbs. Sequential 5 speeds start at $4,500.00 if you want to really get fancy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted July 1, 2001 Share Posted July 1, 2001 i have a t-56 behind an l-motor 3.0 l turbo NOS motor, i was done using a 82-83 BW t-5 bellhousing from a turbo z then making an adaptor plate , then modifing the bellhousing.more of these can be adapted over if a t-5 bellhousing is provided( you can keep all the stock nissan clutch stuff)i have to add this is a MAJOR project and the only reason i am doing this is that i have to have a tranny that can take 400 rwh.plus 6 speeds are kinda cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Shasteen Posted July 2, 2001 Share Posted July 2, 2001 SSS510, Keep us posted on the phases your project undertakes...& obtain as many pictures w/as many different angles as possible! Kevin, (Yea,Still an "Unhappy 4spd" Inliner) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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