Forcer Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 I've talked to the guy who own that 240Z. The only details I remember was it had an l28et, and the suspension a custom short strock setup. He wouldn't go into details about it. I believe he posts on the ohiodrifting forums, and he's got posts on here as well from when he was building it. Last I heard, the Z was retired from drift duty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palauoriginal Posted July 27, 2010 Share Posted July 27, 2010 http://zilvia.net/f/cars-sale/262647-fs-ft-modified-1972-datsun-240z.html blue 240z specs circa 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jays280zx Posted July 27, 2010 Share Posted July 27, 2010 I have a 1979 280zx, mostly stock with a turbo clutch and flywheel. I slide all day when it rains, but not quite enough power to keep a slide in the dry especially with an open diff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zx_drift Posted July 27, 2010 Share Posted July 27, 2010 I'm building a drift S130 also. All the suspension is custom or aftermarket... Slides pretty nicely. Open diff and all. It will be better with something else though. Too bad thats $ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiKeL 260 Posted August 3, 2010 Author Share Posted August 3, 2010 ^^^^ Post some Pics!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank280zx Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 this must be the lamest topic ever ... By a stretch aswel there are several reason why a s130 isnt the most suitable drift car to start with, next to that ... all replies i have seen here dont come close to actually understanding what is needed to built a competative drifter ( apart from $$) Sure any rear wheel drive will drift, trailing arms arent that bad .. hence the BMW's dominating the euro scene!. A friend of mine is building porpose built drifter (s30) and swapping s15 suspension ( not to hard) mainly due to the pricing of parts for drifting.. As for pure pontiac kid.. i love your styling and love for the s130 .. but on technical aspect ... well you have allot to learn sorry for ranting im probably just ranting or tired .. but man.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndaniel.b.coffin Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Its funny. I learned how to drift in a 82 280zx na back in the 90s when drifting hadn't become popular yet. Used to scare the crap out of my friends drifting through the industrial areas of Houston. I stuck with it even today for fun. I'm building my sixth Z, (4th s30) to just be a fun car. And drifting just happens to be fun. I don't care what anybody says, S30's drift just fine. As with any car that isn't purpose built, you just have to learn how to do it in that car! Ive been doing it for years. My first 240 was awesome at drifting once I figured it out. Its all a learnig game! So get out there and learn. Not on the streets though. There are drift events all over the country. Find one and They usually have sessions where you can learn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two80z4me Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 that streetfire video was the car I was thinking of all the time when I was hearing drifting S30. It doesnt matter how "under-prepared" the car is, if you put a cabable enough driver in it, it will drift. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS Speed Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 (edited) My s30 gets sideways pretty easy Edited August 3, 2010 by RS Speed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S130Z Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 My s30 gets sideways pretty easy Doubt it...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS Speed Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 why's that lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S130Z Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Becuase that underpowered little RC car engine you have under the hood couldnt even break the tires loose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS Speed Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 I was hoping you wouldn't notice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMission Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 I'm planning on playing around with the drift potential on my 240 when I finally finish my build... If only just for fun.... I already have the setup for hydraulic rear hand brake and running ~300-325whp should be enough the keep the rear tires loose. When I get there, I'll see what problems I'll have... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palauoriginal Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 i hear corolla guys can drift with >100 hp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
§∂enz Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 they can, i had one! haha. but a gutted ae86 will weigh around 1000 pounds less than a 280zx...so that helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiKeL 260 Posted August 4, 2010 Author Share Posted August 4, 2010 My s30 gets sideways pretty easy Haha i bet it does! haha love your car dude! LOVE IT! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McClain87 Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 damn i thought this was the s130 room. o wait it is. so where are the true s130 drifters at. im just waiting to get mine with me again. then its on everywhere. and i promiss vids and pics lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xShodaimex Posted August 14, 2010 Share Posted August 14, 2010 when i had my 81 280zx I would attempt to drift here and there.. The only time I pulled off a good one was on a street that had a 135 degrees turn ..It didnt last long but it was a rush..I also attempted to drift on a left turn while facing west but it was a complete fail. It was raining and i turned too much so I slammed on the brakes and came to a complete stop on the turning lane facin north RIGHT BEHIND A TRUCK. scariest moment of my life! Sold the car that week too! this is how it looked before the front airdam and dark metalic blue paint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daphur280 Posted August 14, 2010 Share Posted August 14, 2010 what are those wheels? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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