Aaron D Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 Hello all, My name is Aaron and I just crossed the line from 240sx camp into the "Z" world. I picked up this '87 300zx Turbo this weekend am really starting to like it! It has a build date of 7/87, so it should be the W-series VG30ET engine with the redesigned water jackets and fully floating piston wrist pins. It also has what I believe to be considered the strongest 5spd transmission and the clutch type LSD. As far as mods, it came with a K&N filter, Manual boost controller, and a 3" exhaust welded on about 3' from the stock downpipe all the way back to a magnaflow muffler. All of which I plan to junk pretty much. The exhaust can stay, but that muffler is way too annoying! (I'm getting old, lol) Now for the bad: It has a bad fuel injector though the car does run/drive and the turbo has a leaky oil return line. As for my plans on the car, they're not going to be outrageous. Since I have to replace the injectors anyway, I figure I'd replace the turbo and add some supporting mods to bring the power up some. I don't have a specific power goal or 1/4mi time in mind. I just want to improve it some without going crazy on it. Engine: Re-sealing the engine with gaskets/hoses/belts Replace master/slave cylinders Clutch Radiator w/electric fans I plan on doing all the free/low cost mods I can along the way as well. Suspension: All new bushings! Lower with struts/springs 1.5/1.0 F/R 4piston brake calipers (Z32) Performance brake rotors New wheels Pics: I haven't done a compression test yet, but will as soon as I can. I've searched a bit, but haven't located a "Turbo for dummies" kind of thread/sticky for these cars yet outlining the limits and required equipment to support certain HP marks. I'm not looking for huge numbers, but would like to see 400+ at the wheels while still being a nice driver. I'd also like to restore the Air conditioning to a working status, but adding an FMIC along with the turbo upgrade. Anyone have a pointer on how that can be done? Thanks! Aaron D. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Careless Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 don't replace that injector! 400+ whp will require some 500cc's to be safe. Nice 87. I am almost done putting mine back together. Do yourself a favour and take the engine out completely! check out my thread for some small details http://forums.hybridz.org/showthread.php?t=141122&page=2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron D Posted December 2, 2008 Author Share Posted December 2, 2008 Don't replace the injector? Why would I not replace it? Even if it isn't "bad" I still need to pull them to have them cleaned/flow matched, but even so I do want to upgrade to a larger turbo charger, which would require larger injectors... (checking into RX7 550's.. I dunno, I just know some RX7 guys that have these parts laying around...) Also I'm looking at emissions removal and whatever vacuum lines I can eliminate. I'll also be doing some searches at Plentum gutting once I do eventually get the engine out. Yeaaahh, I've learned on the 240's I've had that it's just too easy to pull the whole engine/trans out and working on my workbench or engine stand than to break my back bending over for hours at a time and scratching up my paint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Careless Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 Don't replace the injector? Why would I not replace it? Even if it isn't "bad" I still need to pull them to have them cleaned/flow matched, but even so I do want to upgrade to a larger turbo charger, which would require larger injectors... that's what i was getting at. don't replace THAT injector. replace all of them, with bigger ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TearingRaven Posted December 4, 2008 Share Posted December 4, 2008 that's what i was getting at. don't replace THAT injector. replace all of them, with bigger ones. The man has a point. If you want to meet your goal of 400+, then you will want bigger injectors all around. Also, I'd like to say thats a beautiful car! Its very hard to find them in that condition AND in that color combination. The best way to learn is to read up on these forums: http://www.z31.com http://www.z31performance.com http://www.88hybrid.com Also check out: http://www.xenonz31.com http://www.redz31.net That should get you started Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nismopu Posted December 5, 2008 Share Posted December 5, 2008 your car is my cars visual twin! only yours came with all the goodies. w-series, CLSD, and 5speed Keeep it lookin good man! peace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron D Posted December 5, 2008 Author Share Posted December 5, 2008 The man has a point. If you want to meet your goal of 400+, then you will want bigger injectors all around. Also, I'd like to say thats a beautiful car! Its very hard to find them in that condition AND in that color combination. The best way to learn is to read up on these forums: www.z31.com www.z31performance.com www.88hybrid.com Also check out: www.xenonz31.com www.redz31.net That should get you started Thanks for the compliments and thanks for all the links too. I've checked out most of them and they have been very helpful/informative. I must admit that when I bought it I didn't know quite what I was getting into until after the fact and did more digging. Now that I have it and know more about it, it's the version I would have preferred! I just got off work, tomorrow I will begin draining fluids as well as pulling the engine/trans out for further evaluation for upgrades. On a side note, When I pulled the hood off the other day I discovered that it had never been removed before. I almost felt like I was defacing it by breaking that paint seal! lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron D Posted June 17, 2009 Author Share Posted June 17, 2009 I figured I would update this thread with what I'm doing with this car now. The new build thread is here: http://forums.hybridz.org/showthread.php?t=149731 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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