Z32 Appreciation

"way2blu does a rev update" (way2blu) 05/17/2018 at 16:10 • Filed to: Nissan Z32, Nissan 300ZX, Wrenching

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Saw one today, much like the one pictured. Dark green. GAH. The want is so strong. Post reliable engines to swap in and make the perfect automobile...

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:17

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I think the engines are reliable, it’s just all the little plastic bits that attach to the engine that are a problem.

My favorite color is the pearl white.

KevlarRx7 > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:24

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Sr20det, rb20/rb26

Ls1..... Joking

way2blu does a rev update > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 05/17/2018 at 16:24

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I know it could be reliable in theory , but this article left me terrified of the VG30DE(TT). The fact that he did all the 450 hours of labor himself and it was still $8k on top of the purchase price in parts, sounds brutal.

My friend has a Z32 that misfires, but refuses to misfire if diagnostic equipment is hooked up. It’s like a TDI Volkswagen, but of unreliability.

lone_liberal > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:25

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I’m sure we can make it fit. I wonder if anybody has ever turbocharged a Cadillac V16...

LongbowMkII > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:26

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here’s one

way2blu does a rev update > KevlarRx7 05/17/2018 at 16:29

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Too late for this one...

I like the SR20 idea though :D

interstate366, now In The Industry > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:29

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*flamesuit on* Honda J-series. The problems with J’s are the automatic transmissions, and there are kits to make them work with RWD transmissions.

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:30

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This was my WANT car for many years...

Die-Trying > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:31

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way2blu does a rev update > interstate366, now In The Industry 05/17/2018 at 16:31

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Even better, G25A4!

Longitudinal 5-cylinder from the Acura 2.5TL. I just love 5-cylinder engines.

way2blu does a rev update > LongbowMkII 05/17/2018 at 16:32

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Fight misfire with misfire :D

way2blu does a rev update > lone_liberal 05/17/2018 at 16:33

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Adding 10 more cylinders over stock. I’d like to subscribe to your newsletter.

way2blu does a rev update > Die-Trying 05/17/2018 at 16:36

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2x the cylinders for about equal reliability and ease of maintenance...

If it fits, kitty sits. I’d seriously do this swap if it were physically possible.

interstate366, now In The Industry > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:37

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Ooh, that would work well too. Honestly if it were me I’d just pluck the K24Z3 out of my TSX, hook it up to an S2000 transmission, and put a rather large turbo and some other goodies on it. It just wouldn’t sound as good as a modified J.

way2blu does a rev update > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com 05/17/2018 at 16:37

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This has been my WANT car since I found out it existed. My supportive friends who own or have owned Z32s are the only reason I don’t have one already. They keep talking me out of it, but the want grows stronger and the cars grow cheaper every week :P

sony1492 > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:40

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Of course this is my awnser, 89-94 1uzfe paired with a 350z 6 speed and 7 psi through 1 or 2 turbos. I think it could be done for less the $5k with some welding ability, and it would last until the end of time.

way2blu does a rev update > interstate366, now In The Industry 05/17/2018 at 16:44

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5 cylinders are best cylinders :D Better than 4 or 6 IMO.

way2blu does a rev update > sony1492 05/17/2018 at 16:46

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I lack “welding ability” :(

But the 1UZ would indeed be perfect.

InFierority Complex > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:46

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The answer is always Iron Duke.

Pich, with Z32 now featuring Civic [Si] / No > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:48

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:’(

Die-Trying > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:51

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3 rotor?......

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:51

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L24?

SmugAardvark > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:51

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sony1492 > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:53

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Id be surprised if there isnt a kit to fit a 1uz in there, Collins adapters probably sells one. Even without any welding it could be done, just without the turbos.(excluding exhaust shop costs)

InFierority Complex > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:57

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Soo,Fiat 20v turbo then?

vicali > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 05/17/2018 at 16:58

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one of my favourite SCC projects..

LOREM IPSUM > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 16:59

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2jzgte, boosted to the goddamn moon, just to be an absolute troll.

way2blu does a rev update > Pich, with Z32 now featuring Civic [Si] / No 05/17/2018 at 17:01

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I’ve had a lot of friends tell me to stay away from Z32s due to the engine...

Change my mind? I’d love to hear your experience with it :)

Future next gen S2000 owner > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 17:11

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5.2 Voodoo or LSA

Pich, with Z32 now featuring Civic [Si] / No > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 17:39

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BOOOY IS IT A PAIN TO WORK ON

i recently changed failed injectors and fired it up only to find out one at least one to have a pinched O-ring and now the manifold has to come off.

Of course in the meantime leaking fuel into the oil and thinning it enough to leak past the already leaky seals and leaving a trail of oil out my driveway

other than that good car! :) If you have the patience and small hands go for it. Mad amounts of money is helpful too. and remember to buy two of everything.

Of course you can always take it to a shop but you don’t get the same reward as a DIY

(P.S. must have a second RELIABLE vehicle) learned that one the hard way

Pich, with Z32 now featuring Civic [Si] / No > way2blu does a rev update 05/17/2018 at 17:42

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engine oil capacity is ridiculously small at a little past 3 quarts

checking oil level is very important

aquila121 > sony1492 05/17/2018 at 17:54

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Holy shit, there’s an adapter to mate a 1UZ with the 350Z gearbox? Goddamn, did I ever pick the wrong drift car to do an engine swap.

sony1492 > aquila121 05/17/2018 at 18:47

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I’ve have the adapter in my sc400, the 04 cd009 to 1uz.

OmerCarrothers333 > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 05/17/2018 at 20:22

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Pearl white with burgundy interior is sooooo haaaaaawt. One of my Aunt’s had a Z32 with that combo, t-tops, manual trans, and no turbo.

I loved that car.

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > OmerCarrothers333 05/17/2018 at 22:56

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One of the few car colors that looks better with chrome wheels.

KevlarRx7 > way2blu does a rev update 05/18/2018 at 01:20

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The sr is my favourite of nissan engine’s, something about the sound of them.

GoodIdeaAtTheTime > sony1492 05/18/2018 at 08:14

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This right here. Debating between this and an OM606 turbo diesel for my old Supra...

Nauraushaun > way2blu does a rev update 05/19/2018 at 22:47

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I’ve owned two and a Z31. I did some work on it myself. It wasn’t so bad and the car was fairly reliable. Had a great experience, loved them all. I was 19—25 at the time.

Nauraushaun > way2blu does a rev update 05/19/2018 at 22:48

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Love it. I think those sneaky S2 wings really make the shape stand out.