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Old Mar 31, 2009 | 02:38 PM
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ill prob use the alt unless i upgrade. i can get you the heater core. idk if i would use used shocks >_< they are adjustable.
Mine are completely blown out, front end bounces on the springs and thats it...
Old Mar 31, 2009 | 02:55 PM
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good reason to buy new struts for the front and also buy shocks for the rear. cheap insurance
Old Mar 31, 2009 | 03:29 PM
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Yep, i just don't know which ones to buy to fix my problem and I am not rich so I cannot afford a lot....
Old Apr 1, 2009 | 08:35 AM
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I use KYB's on both my turbo cars. They aren't track worthy but more than adequate for street and occasional country road driving and not expensive.
Old Apr 1, 2009 | 08:46 AM
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I use KYB's on both my turbo cars. They aren't track worthy but more than adequate for street and occasional country road driving and not expensive.
Where did you purchase yours from? I am a mechanical noob, so I am not even sure what part to buy to fix half my issues, I know I need a new transmission but not sure if there is something I can purchase to just rebuilt my auto, and the alternator and heater core seems pretty straightforward..
Old Apr 1, 2009 | 09:00 AM
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Old Apr 1, 2009 | 09:11 AM
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^^^ Nice to see ya back around here.
Well thanks! I just started getting to the point where I can probably afford to get the z31 running again...just need help finding the parts for a decent price without getting the wrong stuff and getting ripped off.
Old Apr 2, 2009 | 08:45 AM
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Originally Posted by fdc_guy
Where did you purchase yours from? I am a mechanical noob, so I am not even sure what part to buy to fix half my issues, I know I need a new transmission but not sure if there is something I can purchase to just rebuilt my auto, and the alternator and heater core seems pretty straightforward..

Most comptent auto parts stores can order them for you. Or order them online. Google is your friend.

http://www.kybshocksonline.com/defau...FRBbagodnz62tQ
Old Apr 2, 2009 | 08:55 AM
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Originally Posted by reddzx
I use KYB's on both my turbo cars. They aren't track worthy but more than adequate for street and occasional country road driving and not expensive.
Did either of your Z31T's have the adjustable suspension? That's FDC's main question... If the KYB's will work with the adjustable suspension.

I imagine the KYB's feel better than the stock "stiff ride".... I had a late 80's Maxima w/ adjustable suspension & always left it on firm... the "soft" felt like the car was going to bounce over on it's side.
Old Apr 2, 2009 | 09:08 AM
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Originally Posted by NismoPick
Did either of your Z31T's have the adjustable suspension? That's FDC's main question... If the KYB's will work with the adjustable suspension.

I imagine the KYB's feel better than the stock "stiff ride".... I had a late 80's Maxima w/ adjustable suspension & always left it on firm... the "soft" felt like the car was going to bounce over on it's side.

What he said ^^^^

I need to find a new set of front shocks or struts or whatever those are that will replace the stock adjustable stuff...
Old Apr 3, 2009 | 08:07 AM
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All 84 to 89 turbo cars had the adjustable suspension. The rear shock are a direct fit and KYB has a kit to fit the front strut housing for OEM adj. Some think they are to soft for them but I think they are way better that the cheap monroe's. The stock adj. suspension in one of my cars was blown out when I got it so I don't know know it felt. The other car already had KYB's on it when I bought it.

The only other way is to bite the bullet and buy 5 way adjustable Illumina's, Koni's, or Bilstien's.

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Old Apr 27, 2009 | 08:57 PM
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If you still have the turbo i need a new one for my 84 if it will fit it. Mine is starting to whine so its going to go soon.
Old May 15, 2009 | 06:19 PM
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You still partin it out? or ya all finished?
Old May 15, 2009 | 07:22 PM
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the guy is coming to pick it up and scrap it tomorrow pretty much just pulled what was needed and still have the turbo parts up forsale
Old May 16, 2009 | 08:29 AM
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Do you still have your parts car? Looking for a dash
Old May 16, 2009 | 03:46 PM
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sorry not shipping a dash
Old May 17, 2009 | 08:42 AM
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I've shipped two dashes in the last 6 months. Shipping cost were from $92 to $137 just for shipping. That doesn't count the packaging cost.
Old May 17, 2009 | 11:51 AM
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i wouldnt doubt that. had to ship the spoiler and it was 50 including the packaging cost. >_<
Old May 17, 2009 | 11:55 AM
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Part car

Do you still have any parts left?
Old May 17, 2009 | 01:21 PM
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just the turbo parts conversion and 5 lugs
Old May 19, 2009 | 07:15 PM
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Need rear window hatch complete.

do you still have parts
Old Jun 6, 2009 | 10:41 AM
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hell.. i wanted the spoiler had dibs and boom no respond...sucks.
Old Jun 13, 2009 | 05:14 PM
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sorry, i got rid of the car after i pulled the engine and tranny
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