j_jza80 Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 SR 20DET with a nice turbo and 350BHP would give you a nice kick;) 2JZ might be a bit much;) I would have said Honda f20, but putting a 4 cylinder lump in one of these would be criminal. - - - Updated - - - SR 20DET with a nice turbo and 350BHP would give you a nice kick;) 2JZ might be a bit much;) I would have said Honda f20, but putting a 4 cylinder lump in one of these would be criminal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky-Ricky Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Err? putting a Honda engine into a Nissan would be criminal. OK then VQ35DE. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 Err? putting a Honda engine into a Nissan would be criminal. OK then VQ35DE. Dont joke, I have one of those lying around and I have been tempted by it, purely due to its fitment, behind the front struts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheTurtleshead Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Love these, great shout! I'd be inspecting that one thoroughly again though... looks like it could be hiding a lot of sins... potential crustiness abounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 I have a lovely brand new all alloy V6 Chrysler looking for a new home, that will give 320 + BHP in N/A format on throttle bodies. Well developed set up, and very reliable. Engine is in need of pistons and cams, and the TB stuff, and it's dry sumped, so would sit low in the chassis. http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?252884-Chrysler-v6-s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitz Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Do love the 240Z Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 Love these, great shout! I'd be inspecting that one thoroughly again though... looks like it could be hiding a lot of sins... potential crustiness abounds. What you seeing? I know I need to check the front struts... I have a lovely brand new all alloy V6 Chrysler looking for a new home, that will give 320 + BHP in N/A format on throttle bodies. Well developed set up, and very reliable. Engine is in need of pistons and cams, and the TB stuff, and it's dry sumped, so would sit low in the chassis. http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?252884-Chrysler-v6-s Looks like a nice option.... need to think RE engine... Im still torn on keeping original and doing as you suggested earlier. Do love the 240Z Me too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 If it turns out not to be a rot box needing mega money on rust repairs I would keep it stock engine on a modern management system. Should be relatively straight forward to put on a single or multiple TB's and multi coil ignition. Could *LOOK* nice too, on 6 throttle bodies and a smart plenum. The 240Z gearbox is a dream so long as the synchros aren't tired. My partner got an indicated 100MPH in one through the back end of Northenden, the most terrifying run in a road car I can recall, and I experienced a few before I became sensible Such a pretty car, never approached by the 260 and 280Z's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 If it turns out not to be a rot box needing mega money on rust repairs I would keep it stock engine on a modern management system. Should be relatively straight forward to put on a single or multiple TB's and multi coil ignition. Could *LOOK* nice too, on 6 throttle bodies and a smart plenum. The 240Z gearbox is a dream so long as the synchros aren't tired. My partner got an indicated 100MPH in one through the back end of Northenden, the most terrifying run in a road car I can recall, and I experienced a few before I became sensible Such a pretty car, never approached by the 260 and 280Z's Thats the approach I am liking more and more! 100mph out of one of these must be interesting........ definitely new coilovers and brakes!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Pic of my pals 240Z bay, it has a 280Z lump with triple 40 DCOE Webers and a programmable distributor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jord Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 What a purchase! Love these to bits, can't wait to see this take shape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattdavies Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Pic of my pals 240Z bay, it has a 280Z lump with triple 40 DCOE Webers and a programmable distributor. [ATTACH=CONFIG]193655[/ATTACH] I like the look of that. Why the later engine ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hammer Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Lovely buy. Love these. Hope you don't find too much work needing and it would be great to keep it as standard as possible and see a lovely clean looking oem example. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 (edited) I like the look of that. Why the later engine ? The clue is in the number, it's 400cc larger. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nissan_S30 Edited November 3, 2014 by David P (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Bailey Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Lovely Look forward to further updates! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hitbox Junkie Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 1jz engine in this =D or 2jz. got to love old Z's hope you have a great time restoring this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richie_k83 Posted November 4, 2014 Share Posted November 4, 2014 Very jealous! I love these Looking forward to seeing it progress Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted November 4, 2014 Share Posted November 4, 2014 Slot mags, check lol. Looks nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 4, 2014 Author Share Posted November 4, 2014 Slot mags, check lol. Looks nice I thought I would want the standard mod wheels, but I really like these..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted November 4, 2014 Share Posted November 4, 2014 Just had another look at the photos, the blended bumpers worry me ---- a lot. What's the story there? Are they fibreglass? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 4, 2014 Author Share Posted November 4, 2014 Just had another look at the photos, the blended bumpers worry me ---- a lot. What's the story there? Are they fibreglass? Yes, Im not a fan of them, so that will definitely be getting changed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsween Posted November 4, 2014 Share Posted November 4, 2014 Lovely to see another 240z owner on here and cough cough i've got some original chrome bumpers that i'd let go for the right price Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsween Posted November 4, 2014 Share Posted November 4, 2014 Oh and I concur with the advice of electronic ignition, WAY better that the points/condenser. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 6, 2014 Author Share Posted November 6, 2014 Final payment has been made and transport has been arranged for Sunday. I am also "working from home" on Monday........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 21, 2014 Author Share Posted November 21, 2014 Good news.... as the blue escort will be moving to a new owner shortly, it looks like this may actually be getting restored this winter Hoping that I can get the car in and start getting it stripped at some point in December! I have taken Friday next week off and will be getting the gasket and fluid service done. Then it will be getting a tune-up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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