hoov100 Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 VH powered z32 or l28et powered 240z? I seriously cannot decide between the two. And i am not joking either. I literally cannot choose between them. (should i toss a coin?) VH this? or finish up this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 Finish what you've started or you'll always be wondering, what if? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benitoz Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 it looks like the z32 is running, id keep it running and fix up the 240z then in the end you will have two running cars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete280z Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 Do both! But not at the same time. Finish the 240z then start on the z32. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdab Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 toughest decision of my life.... If that is the toughest decision of your life, you got it made in the shade (with grape kool aid) Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaparral2f Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 If that is the toughest decision of your life, you got it made in the shade (with grape kool aid) Tom Total agreement Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators BRAAP Posted December 1, 2008 Administrators Share Posted December 1, 2008 Hoov, Two totally different animals. Having done several L powered S-30s, a few V-8 S-30s, a couple Z-32s, and a Q-45, all as daily drivers and some S-30 as race cars as well, I have learned the S-30 and Z-32 are 2 totally different animals and one just cannot replace the other. Both would be ideal, though in having to choose just one, it depends on how much comfort and plushness one desires vs a more raw intimate relationship between man, machine, and road. I’m right now in a similar situation; 1) Supercharged SBC T-56 S-30, (I have ALL the power train parts minus cam and headers), for my ’75 shell. 2) My ’96 Q-45 that was rear ended is the donor for my current daily driver, ’93 Z-32. I am planning to build BOTH! The S-30 platform is a more raw and pure form of communication between the car, the road, and the driver vs the Z-32. The S-30 is high in fun factor, lighter weight, more of an intimate relationship during the “drive”. It is low tech, simplistic, nostalgic, is adorned by lovers of vintage sports cars world wide. It does take more effrot to drive, but that is part of its charm. The Z-32 is more insulated, heavier, plush, a complex sports car with a modern exotic look, conducive for those evenings out to black tie affairs. Conversations with a significant other on a long drive across the country can be had without having to raise ones voice. It is sporty, though not racy. Feels great up to 7-8 tenths, above that level, its weight and insulation between road and driver are more evident vs the S-30. And excerpt from another thread; ... What happened to cars and the character they possessed? My Q-45' date=' numb and boring. My Z-32 is numb and mundane to just drive around, though is spirited at 7 tenths, but still doesn't communicate with much intensity to the driver of what the car is doing. Get into an S-30 and its character is its charm. the smells, noises, vibrations, feel of the controls, etc. Todays offerings are so non-evasive to the driver, he is being further and further disconnected from the “[i']driving[/i]” experience. I vote build both. Each will fill a specific role that the other just cannot fully fill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlatBlack Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 How about a VH powered 240? If they were mine I would make the S30 a track car with turbo pep for the straights [and do it first, it seems like its alread pretty far along?] and make the Z32 a V8 sleeper car later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxjoeyxxeb Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 My tough decision right now is: 1. Get Lasik Eye surgery at $4,000 discounted from $5,500. 2. Go on a trip to Europe for about 11-15 days for about $2,000 - $3,500 As for you, I say finish, then work on the Z32... they are both sexy cars! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt_furious Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 Finish what you've already got. This isn't meant to be offensive - if you've run out of steam on your current project, how do you know you won't on the next? You're further along with the S30 now than you would be to sell it all off and start all over with the other car. Finish it and enjoy both. Start on the Z32 when you're done with the S30, if you're so inclined after finishing a project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_hunt Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 Kids, gotta love 'em! Toughest decision? Hmmm. Well son, always finish what you start! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktm Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 You are in California. The Z32 is subject to bi-annual smog testing; the 240z, while not exempt from smog regulations, is not subject to bi-annual testing. Unless you get the swap BAR approved, the Z32 would be a PITA come registration tag time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chemicalblue Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 A Z32 is a nightmare to work on. General maintenance is so not easy and if you have any major component go out, its usually pull the motor time. Not fun. But if you like cursing at your car and pulling everything apart to just fix a seal or small oil leak, then the z32 is the one for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoov100 Posted December 2, 2008 Author Share Posted December 2, 2008 alright, i should have been more clear, i would be buying back the 240z and finishing it enough to make it a driver while its being worked on, where as the z32 would be pretty much be buy motor, install harness, fab motor mounts and recreate the firewall and finish fixing the body, but i dont know what it was about the z32, but i liked the way it handled, how i could literally feel where the cars limits where and i could daily one without getting sore or worrying about if its gonna break down, i dont know, i will see when the money comes (sometime this month) and its time to buy. worse comes to worse i always have the bike to go fast and handle with on a daily basis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators BRAAP Posted December 2, 2008 Administrators Share Posted December 2, 2008 A Z32 is a nightmare to work on. General maintenance is so not easy and if you have any major component go out, its usually pull the motor time. Not fun. But if you like cursing at your car and pulling everything apart to just fix a seal or small oil leak, then the z32 is the one for you. Oh sooooo very true... When I bought mine it already had all 6 fuel injectors swapped out once prior. Over the last year I have swapped out 3 of those once new OE NISSAN Red top injectors, one at a time, (Dremel method, but with die grinder)! Last one was just last week! These cars eat their injectors for breakfast lunch and dinner. The intake manifold covers the entire engine bay burying everything that needs maintenance and it is not a quick or easy task to remove. I have been told it is essentially easier to remove the engine to service the main maintenance items under the intake than it is to remove the intake in car. That is the main reason I WILL be ripping out the VG to install something else to ease future maintenance, and to increase the ease at which it can turn tires into Instrument Meteorological Conditions, i.e. FOG! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoov100 Posted December 3, 2008 Author Share Posted December 3, 2008 alright, i guess i am gonna go for the turbo 240z, does anyone here make stock sized fiberglass front fenders? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators BRAAP Posted December 3, 2008 Administrators Share Posted December 3, 2008 alright, i guess i am gonna go for the turbo 240z, does anyone here make stock sized fiberglass front fenders? I just happen to have a pair of S-30 Fiberglass front fenders. Check your PM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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