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Old Jul 20, 2006 | 02:09 AM
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List Your Mods!!!! Common!! Bring on your bragging rights

Well here we go, hope see a long thread! It is nice to see what everybody is packing!

1983 ZXT CPE PROJECT Most parts on shelf or loosle attached to the car

EXTERIOR
* Z31 Fender Flares
* Borbet A 17" 10J with BRIDGESTONE 265 40's rear and 235 40 on 8j upfront. painted chameleon black gold.
* Skyline R32 GTR taillights
* Shaved Rear Bumber.
* MSA Front Airdam type 3
* Front fender Louvre’s (
* Whale Tail of 260 ( MSA 930 Style)
* Side Window Louvre’s (MSA)
* Z31 CPE Side Skirts
* 1,5-2" drop
* Headlight covers
* Fender mounted mirrors
* Paint Gloss black DUPOND paint.
* 4” Carbon Cowl hood.


Interior
* Skyline R33 GTR Steering wheel (adapted)
* Sparco evolution seats.
* HKS Boost/AF/EGT/FP meters.
* SIMPSON 6 Point NASCAR winston Cup used belts
* 6 point Roll Cage (chromolly)

Handling
* Koni yellow Adjustable, suspension Techniques Springs (will be coil overs and these wil move to the 2+2)
* Z31Turbo Eurosepc 2+2 Brakes z32 TT eurospec Brake Calipers (double piston)
* 5 lug hubs
* utherane Bushing kit
* Cusco Camber plates.
* Adjustable tensionrods and controlarms


To do
* Buy and adapt Strut tower bar

Drivetrain
* R230 3.364 gearing VLSD
* Borg Warner T5 Gearbox
* ATC six Puck Clutch

Engine Management

Still needs to be installed after paint

* Megasquirt And Spark with Optical pick up.
* MSD master blaster.
* Accel 9mm spiro core Wires.
* Greddy Profec A Boost Controller.
* Apexi Turbo Timer.
* SARD Attackmeter
* Samco couplers
* Mallory High fire

Engine Upgrades

* Pallnet 67MM TB on stock intake ( need to build a better intake at some point)
* Fuelrail Pallnet style.
* 460cc Supra Injectors, with courtesy to Pallnet for forwarding
* HKS RS Serie BOVs of a RB25
* HKS external 50 MM wastegate
* T3/4 Turbo 48 AR exhaust 68 AR compressor, with Non consumer market 80's F1 TRIM, and World Rally car non consumer marketed Exhaust house (cool haha)
* Auto cooler Huge Intercooler
* N02 KIT
* Fluidyne Nascar Used radiator 5”thick… with oil cooler

to build
* Header.
* 3" DP and exhaust with nice raspy N1 Style exhaust for 30 bucks on ebay !!
to buy
* fuel pump and FPR

I prolly forgot something here... ooh well

check my site for pictures under restoration
www.datsun280zx.tk

1981 Eurospec 2+2

In very MINT shape, my baby, never driven in bad weather. Yellow Paint A status

exterior

* Headlight covers
* MSA Airdam

Interior

* Nothing to special (srt boost gauge, apexi rev speed meter, Autometer oil/wat/pressure)
* Sparco Driver.
* TRS 6 Point harness
* Raid rally steering wheel.
* 4 Point roll bar.to be installed this month

Handling

* Koni Adjustable
* Apex lowering springs.
* 5 Lug z31 Turbo Brakes.
* Strut bars
* Most urethane bushings 16” wheels on Intermediates.

Engine TO BUILT this winter when im sick of body work! Parts are there

* F54 Cosworth forged balanced pistons on prepped rod with bigger rod bolts
* E88 Head with Mild Cam (600 lift 300 duration) fully ported and worked chambers
* MSA 6 to 1 Header.
* 2,5" Exhaust.
* Sebring absorption Race Muffler.
* 60MM TB with spacer.
* Fuel Rail.
* Turbo Injectors
* Eaton supercharger

CURRENT l28et

drive train
* XTD 6 Puck Clutch
* Late model gearbox
* R200 3.364 gearing
* CV shafts


1979 ZXR

STOCK !!!!! 48 K miles

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Old Jul 20, 2006 | 06:39 AM
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I have not done nothin like that. But i am in the middle of the 60MM T/B swap. PallNet fuel rail swap. And I have updated the "Fuse Links" to a 98 Pontiac Grand Am Fuse box. If i can ever find a heade gasket for the 3.1 Stroker, then the 3.1 is in the future.
Old Jul 20, 2006 | 08:33 AM
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3 z31's -- all stock, axcept my AE, which has aftermarket wastegate
Old Jul 20, 2006 | 03:28 PM
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Frank I think you got me and everyone else here on this website beat..

Engine upgrades..
Custom K&N intake
NPR intercooler
HKS BOV
Dawes Devices MBC
PeteZ downpipe
3" exhaust w/ Dynomax Race Magnum Welded Muffler(not done)
BM short shifter (for 5.0 mustang)
Autometer 3 3/4" tach w/ shift light
MSnSE standalone EMS (not installed)
Inovative LC1 wideband
240sx throttle body(not installed)

Drivetrain
Z31 clutch type LSD (not installed yet)

Interior
Racing seats
4 point harness
Bride steering wheel/MOMO adapter
aPilliar dual gauge pod
Z Shiftknob/BM shifter
Autometer Boost gauge
Autometer A/F gauge

Wheel/Tires
Konig Rewinds
Cheap 225/50 tires

Suspension
Tockico dampers and springs
Poly bushings
boxed A-arms
Old Jul 20, 2006 | 03:35 PM
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I think my favorite and most important "mod" to date is the added rust I've strategically placed at the base of the windshield. It allows better air flow through the cabin which in turn eliminates the need for heavy, power robbing air conditioning.

Rod.
Old Jul 20, 2006 | 03:54 PM
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Originally Posted by RodMoyes
I think my favorite and most important "mod" to date is the added rust I've strategically placed at the base of the windshield. It allows better air flow through the cabin which in turn eliminates the need for heavy, power robbing air conditioning.
Here here!!!
Old Jul 20, 2006 | 04:24 PM
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I have special mustard colored paint....

All I have is a plan right now and even that is partial.

1983 L28ET
5 speed
3.1L kit
R200 (3.54:1)
Floor pans
Header
2 1/2" exhaust
17 in rims
MSA body kit
Tint
Stereo
Done! I mean thats what I want.
Old Jul 20, 2006 | 05:08 PM
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Engine
-Swapped out the 81 L28E,
-Swapped in an 82 L28ET,
-Milled P90 Head 20 Thou,
-3 Angle Valve Grind,
-Bored Block 40 Thou,
-Nismo Oversized (low compression) Pistons,
-Running 7.4:1 Compression,
-ARP Rod Bolts,
-2MM HKS Multi-Layer Steel Headgasket,
-60MM Throttle Body,
-Front Mount Intercooler (FMIC),
-TurboXS RFL H Blow Off Valve,
-Rebuilt Garrett T3 Turbocharger (Now T3/T4 Hybrid, .60 A/R, 49lb/hr),
-Wastegate reset @ 8psi,
-HKS Electronic Boost Controller,
-Capped Emergency Release Valve,
-Pallnet Fuelrail w/ adjustable FPR,
-3" Aluminum Intake Tube,
-2.5" Mandrel Bent Downpipe,
-Capped EGR Valve,
-2.5" Exhaust (w/ removable cat),
-Bullet Muffler,
-Electric Radiator Fan,
-Mallory Hy-Fire Ignition w/ MSD High-Discharge Coil,
-Removed A/C Compressor & A/C Lines,
-Centerforce Dual Friction clutch (takes a beating & keeps grabbin!),
-Z31T ECU,
-Z31 MAF,

Other Shiz
-1987 Z31 LSD Rear Carrier (3.7:1)
-Eibach Pro-Rated Performance Springs,
-KYB Shocks,
-Rear Strut Bar,
-Poly-urethane Suspension Bushings,
-Custom Short Throw Shifter,
-MSA (Motorsport Auto) Body Kit,
-BMW 5 Series HiD Headlight Conversion,
-T-Top Conversion,
-Replaced both Quarter Panels, Fenders, Rockers, & Rebuilt Floorboards.
Old Jul 20, 2006 | 08:10 PM
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well here are the secrets to a well tuned and somewhat quick n/a

cold air intake
turbo afm upgrade
60mm tb
port matched all intake surfaces
mild port and polished head
p79 head
decked .080 tho
.5 lift cam, 260 dur, 111 deg sep.
5 angle valve job
2mm head gasket
10.8:1 comp ratio
94 octane fuel all the time
36 deg total timing
hogged out stock fuel rail.
headers msa 321
.040 overbore
flat top pistons
lightend and balanced to 1/2 gram flywheel
cf clutch
lightend rockers, and polished
electric fan
mandrell bend 2.5" exhaust
turbo muffler
3 row dense rad for extra cooling
msd 6a ignotion box
msd tach adapter
msd blater 2 coil
9mm wires
egr removed and plugged
cold start system removed
webbing removed from intake

255/40/r17" tires, v rated, treadwear 240
boyd coddington rims 9.5" wide!!
drilled rotors front and rear
ureathane bushings everwhere
t/c rod ball joint upgrade
1/1/8 front sway bar
7/8 rear sway bar
solid mount diff
soild mount engine
stiffer rear springs
kyb gr-2 struts

aluminum front air dam weighs just 2 pounds
whale tail wing not yet installed
custom hand formed body work
all rust repair dont forget its a canada car
new fenders
new quarters
new bumpers from nissan
silicon wiper blades
diamond cut headlights
smoke colored bucket covers
apc 60watt headlights
led 7 color side lights- controlable from the cab
2001 ford mustang silver w/blue fleck added 1oz. per gallon
350z fender emblem as hood emblem
seam removed from between fender and headlight bucket

interior is stock
bomz racing seats
4 point harness for both passangers
steering wheel in my basement
sony cd player
alarm system
power door locks

prolly forgot something
Old Jul 20, 2006 | 10:36 PM
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Nah i havent have you guys beat note my list is three cars!

However i have seen some nice lists on here aswel ... so that front airdam is aluminum !! !WOW Shady RESPECT!!


Next to that my car is still in paint jail !!
Old Jul 21, 2006 | 12:32 AM
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Basically a full S14 suspension transplant plus VG30DET donk with Z32 manual gearbox and a strengthened chassis. Includes S14 power steering and diff.

S14 stuff is all fitted, chassis mods just about finished. VG and gearbox is fitted. Turbo is a GT35R with 1.06 turbine a/r, looking for 500whp. Not SAE hp, more than that.

Have posted some pics in the past but at present the website has all pics of the 260Z for sale here, http://members.optusnet.com.au/greenupr/

Love your work though Frank
Old Jul 21, 2006 | 08:19 AM
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260DET: oops, Miss Canada! hehe.. nice surprise
Old Jul 21, 2006 | 09:20 AM
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mod mod mod

My 280ZX mods @ price list
81 280zx Ttops AT .........tabs @title.......................$450.00
Odomiter now reads 112675
aftermaket f 53 ? pistons where already installed car had a blowen head gasket
replaced p79 head ...............................................$26 0.00
replaced headgasket........................................ ......$75.00
water pump.............................................. .............$45.00
front main seal cover gaskets @ oil pump gaskets.....$50.00
MSA header @ stud kit..........................................$210. 00
msa 2 into 1 pipe.............................................. .....$170.00
AE 86 TEST PIPE to removed cat ............................$35.00
speedline canister muffler.........................................$4 5.00
high gloss black paint primer and supplies...............$450.00
Msa body kit front rear bummpers...........................$950.00
six python injectors and seals................................ $45.00
JSK fuel rail and braded fuel lines...........................$110.00
20 to 85 psi speedline fuel ragulator......................... $62.00
accel super stock coil.............................................. $40.00
plugs wires @ rotor............................................. ....$70.00
air intake............................................ ....................$65.00
thermostat........................................ ......................$15.00
battery........................................... ........................$40.00
turbo hood.............................................. ................$50.00
fog lights............................................ ....................$27.00
new ttops............................................. ...................$70.00
bride streeing wheel @ momo hub............................$110.00
130 mph speedomiter....................................... .........$50.00
B@M shift ***............................................... ...........$45.00
seat covers............................................ ...................$15.00
black floor matts............................................. ..........$10.00
new headliner......................................... .................$18.00
dash pad............................................... .....................$5.00
left rear tail light harness........................................... ...$5.00
kenwood cdr/rw player............................................ ....$65.00
two 8" dual voive coil speakers....................................$45.00
kicker amp @ wires............................................. .......$75.00
jennsen amp @ wires............................................. .....$25.00
alpine type R sub @ box ...........................................$60.00
interior trim painting @ covering...................................$25.00
exterior ,some bondo @painting..................................$35.00
other cost .................................................. ...............$84.00
Cleaning supplies,{oil @ fluids} over all care..................$75.00
not inclueding ......gas @ some taxes $$$$$$$$$$$$$
GRAND TOTAL............................................. .......... $4081.00


ther is a few more things thaT i have done sence i made this list
i need to update it ..

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Old Jul 21, 2006 | 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by 260DET
AU > NL


Have posted some pics in the past but at present the website has all pics of the 260Z for sale here, http://members.optusnet.com.au/greenupr/

dude your 260z is sweet nice work
Old Jul 21, 2006 | 11:46 AM
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I have a P99 head.
Old Jul 21, 2006 | 11:55 AM
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Originally Posted by PooFlinginMonke
I have a P99 head.

???????????????????????
Old Jul 21, 2006 | 02:01 PM
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I checked it against a p90a head and it was identical but had come off of a very late 1983 280zx turbo 5 speed.

It's on a F54 block with flattops.
Old Jul 21, 2006 | 02:19 PM
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Originally Posted by PooFlinginMonke
I checked it against a p90a head and it was identical but had come off of a very late 1983 280zx turbo 5 speed.

It's on a F54 block with flattops.
you should post a picture of the head casting. That would be cool.
Old Jul 21, 2006 | 02:22 PM
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1982 280ZX 2+2

* turbo engine swap -40hp
* rising sun hood +40hp
* 18" wheels -10hp
* no rear wiper +10hp
* Honda bucket seats -12hp
* ST drop springs +12hp
* Antenna stuck in the up position -2hp
* MSA front air dam +3hp

Old Jul 21, 2006 | 02:34 PM
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That hood is good for 40hp you say?? I just might have to get one then
Old Jul 21, 2006 | 04:03 PM
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Originally Posted by PooFlinginMonke
I checked it against a p90a head and it was identical but had come off of a very late 1983 280zx turbo 5 speed.

It's on a F54 block with flattops.

yes yes yes ..these are things iam taLKING about Z GOODIES ..
i also would like to see pics of that head ..i bet it flows better than the p90a !
Old Jul 21, 2006 | 04:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Bleach
you should post a picture of the head casting. That would be cool.
Are you calling his bluff?
Old Jul 21, 2006 | 04:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Bleach
1982 280ZX 2+2

* turbo engine swap -40hp
* rising sun hood +40hp
* 18" wheels -10hp
* no rear wiper +10hp
* Honda bucket seats -120hp
* ST drop springs +12hp
* Antenna stuck in the up position -2hp
* MSA front air dam +3hp

Corrected...
Old Jul 21, 2006 | 05:47 PM
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Originally Posted by RodMoyes
Corrected...
truthfully, those CRX seats weigh probably half or less than half of what the big bulky leather 280ZX seats did. ...good for +120hp maybe. I was just being modest
Old Jul 22, 2006 | 12:15 AM
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well frank i didnt list my race car cause i figured it would be unfair for the mod list, cause the whole thing will be a mod!!



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