How to make the N/A Faster?? swap mass merge thread
01-28-2005, 05:27 AM
#201
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Originally Posted by rizzspeed
it could be done for under 5K if you bought a front clip and did all the work yourself.
But most ppl are unable/unwilling to do the work themselves.
But most ppl are unable/unwilling to do the work themselves.
Have you done it? I've done it and it cost me over $5k
01-28-2005, 07:16 AM
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Originally Posted by WhtFairLadyZ
you can crank the boost up that high, but only after you run a higher octane gas. The knock index of pump gas wont handle it unless you do some other work. Atleast thats what John at Z1 told me
what octane do you recommend? the highest i see around here where i live is 93...which is all i was planning on using any way, it's all i've ever used in my zx, when it was NA...are you referring to that gas or should i go somewhere special to get higher than that?
01-28-2005, 09:14 AM
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what is an hks alc II? and what does it do for an n/a z32
01-28-2005, 09:28 AM
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Wow this thread is three years old... Oh well, if you have an automatic transmission the ALC controls the line pressure inside your transmission and gives you crisper, harder shifts.
01-28-2005, 09:57 AM
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want a better plan? save up for another year, and make your first big mod job the most important...all the stuff you listed is unnecessary...do it all after you...CONVERT TO TT...i got my na back in june and coulda done all that **** to take my zx from 22 crank to about 250 crank...woohoo...i'd rather do the swap, and a boost controller, and put 300 to the wheels lol
01-28-2005, 10:20 AM
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I'm pretty good with electronics/soldering/PCB's. So if its like what I'm thinking, then it sounds like its just going to be dirty, maybe some internal wire showing, and maybe some stretching.
~I was thinking it would be easier and cheaper for me to resheath or repair the damaged wire. That could save me like 250-300 bucks. But I could be wrong. Im new to the 300zx, I've never owned one, and The biggest maintenence I've ever done to a car was suspension work by myself. So i'm open with all ears to you guys....let me know what you think
~Tangeray
~I was thinking it would be easier and cheaper for me to resheath or repair the damaged wire. That could save me like 250-300 bucks. But I could be wrong. Im new to the 300zx, I've never owned one, and The biggest maintenence I've ever done to a car was suspension work by myself. So i'm open with all ears to you guys....let me know what you think
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01-28-2005, 10:24 AM
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Wow,,,thanks allot Rizz, Those really helped out allot...
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01-28-2005, 10:35 AM
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Originally Posted by 00Evan
Have you done it? I've done it and it cost me over $5k
01-28-2005, 10:39 AM
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ok keep thinking its only gonna cost $2k, then i'll laugh when you're selling your **** cause you cant afford it
01-28-2005, 10:43 AM
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Originally Posted by My Fairlady Z
If I had a dollar for everytime I heard someone say they were going to do a TT conversion, though how many times have you actually seen it? My point made...
if you dont want to have any problems with the wiring harness and have to replace it again, get a new one.
01-28-2005, 10:52 AM
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either pay attention more, dont talk, or go away
he said under 5000....
he said under 5000....
01-28-2005, 11:26 AM
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Originally Posted by b300z
either pay attention more, dont talk, or go away
he said under 5000....
he said under 5000....
01-28-2005, 11:40 AM
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Yea...After reading the threads that Rizz linked me to (thanks again Rizz 
), I think im leaning more towards shelling out the cash for a new one. I saw some pictures of some old ones , and it chilled my soldering iron!.
~~soooo, Cheapest new one? any takers?
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), I think im leaning more towards shelling out the cash for a new one. I saw some pictures of some old ones , and it chilled my soldering iron!. ~~soooo, Cheapest new one? any takers?
~Tangeray
01-28-2005, 11:46 AM
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new what???
01-28-2005, 12:21 PM
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Originally Posted by WhtFairLadyZ
It cant cost that much for me to do it. I ve got two complete cars sitten outside already. 2500 at the most is what i ve estimated. But thats with minimal upgrades, me doing all the work. With help from a FEW good buddies.
Maybe you should pay attention big boy
01-28-2005, 12:29 PM
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TT and NA wiring harnesses are exactly the same except for the TT has extra connectors for boost solenoids. If you just get a electronic boost controller right away you dont have to worry about this and can use the NA harness.
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01-28-2005, 12:55 PM
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duh rizz, a wiring harness
...and a third option
id probably go with that one
Originally Posted by00Evan
TT and NA wiring harnesses are exactly the same except for the TT has extra connectors for boost solenoids. If you just get a electronic boost controller right away you dont have to worry about this and can use the NA harness.
TT and NA wiring harnesses are exactly the same except for the TT has extra connectors for boost solenoids. If you just get a electronic boost controller right away you dont have to worry about this and can use the NA harness.
id probably go with that one
01-28-2005, 12:58 PM
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hes swapping the engines from his TT to his slicktop, so he wont have to spend any money except for stuff he wants/needs to replace
01-28-2005, 05:05 PM
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:hpydance: Cheapest new wiring harness? Price check~~ and whats a decent brand to get. I dont need the top performance stuff,,,,just something to get by with
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01-29-2005, 12:53 AM
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Search forums or ebay, perhaps post that you want a N/A wiring harness in the "Wanted" section.
01-29-2005, 12:56 AM
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Originally Posted by b300z
hes swapping the engines from his TT to his slicktop, so he wont have to spend any money except for stuff he wants/needs to replace
01-29-2005, 01:59 PM
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this is an old post..but I was cruising the forum ...anyway... I have asked the same question..and the same answer I get...If you want more HP get a turbo. I have heard that its not worth the cost and the headaches to do a conversion. Get a tt then you have a solid platform for mods.
01-29-2005, 10:55 PM
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K i ve been one for a few days, and u guys have taken this subject and really ran with it. Evan, from what i ve found out is that other than replacing such items lik the main engine wiring harness and a few other odds and ends. Everything I have on the TT car can be switch into my N/A chassis. The only other item that will cost me is what the guy charges me to weld the IC brackets in place. Since both engines and trannys are good, I will not need to repair or repalace anything. I do know I will probably break a few bolts or tear a few rubber hoses. But thats expected. But the biggest advantage i have right now, is that I have no set deadline. I m working at my own pace, and I am in no rush. THATS how u make mistakes...which will raise the price for the swap.
01-29-2005, 10:58 PM
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Gettin a TT would be easier..yes. But if u want a TT convertible, slicktop, or 2+2. Then you are gonna have to do a conversion to get some serious power.
01-29-2005, 11:01 PM
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WhenI was talkin to John, we were discussing the VP products they now carry. I was talkin about runnin c16. Not very practicle for everyday driving. Have u guys noticied any difference with power/detonation depending on gas company? Z1 told me that they've noticed that Shell gas seems to handle boost better than most other gsa companies.
