Got a new toy added to my Z stable

SmoothZ

With everything I've accomplished so far, it's worth way more than that.

Got some new tools and stuff today. Extra jack stands, some crazy as$ hex sockets, and some other goodies a friend dropped off today. Free.

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Z34drifty

Nice 260z, what year is it?
I'm also restoring one mines a 1970.

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SmoothZ

It's a 260 from 74, second half production.

Do you have a pic of your car?

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SmoothZ

Going to add this to my Xmas list:

The Z Store! Nissan-Datsun 240Z-260Z-280Z-280ZX-300ZX(Z31/Z32)-350Z-370Z Parts: Quick Release Steering Kit & Security System, 70-83 Z/ZX

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SmoothZ

Decided against the VG30DETT motor. Sounds like it's going to be a huge headache and not worth it.

Now I'm entertaining the idea of the RB25 or KA24E (either with a turbo). However, I heard that the KA engine is so light that the front springs need to be cut and rear camber adjusted because of weight distribution issues.

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SmoothZ

Well, after weeks of recovering from my shoulder surgery, I decided it was time to tackle the old S30 again. I drained the oil and coolant. WTF is up with the 22mm oil drain plug! LOL

Man, that oil was blacker than black. Coolant smelled like some ancient evil that finally crawled out from the belly of the earth. So now that the fluids are out, we all know what that means. The car isn't going to be starting any time soon. I got rid of the old battery knowing this a few weeks ago.

Next step is to figure out how to take out the wiring and engine bolts so I can lift the engine and put it on an engine stand.

Any and all advice is welcome and greatly appreciated!

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bigaudiofanat

How about a SR20 motor?

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SmoothZ

I think a lot of people gravitate toward the SR20, which is a good engine. However, I was told that parts are more expensive and sometimes difficult to find. I don't know. I'm still working on the car before I get an engine. Who knows? I might end up rebuilding the L26 and see if I can't do some customized work on it.

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theDreamer

The SR20 has picked up in popularity so engine components have picked up in price.
I think rebuilding the L26 would be a good idea, might not get as much power as other engines, but gives you that updated classic look.

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SmoothZ

I love the look of a clean original engine in the older Z. I even like it when they go crazy and add some components that you'd never see on the old engines.

Local guy who did most of the work himself:



RB25 engine:



I believe this belongs to someone named Brian Scott:



Random:

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SmoothZ

Muahahahaha!

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bigaudiofanat

I like that rb25!

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theDreamer

This is what I would do.

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SmoothZ

Yeah, dreamer. I like that a lot. I can see a custom radiator and carbs. I have no clue what brand those are, but I'm sure I can find out sooner or later. I like how everything is so shiny and new.

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theDreamer

A Sinister Love: Khanh Le?s 1972 Datsun 240Z. Mayday Garage

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