Newest addition to my "project" list

nomodsjk · 09-13-2014, 04:09 PM

I picked this up today and I'm really excited about it! Tell me what you guys would do. I want some suggestions! I found a LS swap kit for 2 grand that will let me drop it right in and my accessories will all work. honestly that's what I really want to do but I know there is something to be said about keeping it oem with the jdm twin turbo motor but I'm hearing that will be above my skill level and will probably not provide me the power I'm looking for. I paid 1250$ for it and it's a 1992 300z with 153k original miles it has oem seats that are race style that were bought not that long ago and a greddy exhaust. Also it has the two rear seats. The motor has a rod knocking so that's why Iwant to swap. Also it's been sitting for 5 years so that's why it's a little dirty. But with a little tlc it will clean up really well

nomodsjk · 09-13-2014, 04:11 PM

I already have a plasti dip sprayer so I was thinking dark silver kinda a gun metal with black wheels and eventually some carbon fiber

Dirk McGurck · 09-13-2014, 04:33 PM

Depends on what your goals are for it. I think it'd be cooler with a built TT 3.0L, personally. Anyone can put an LS into anything.

Also, see you after the move.

nomodsjk · 09-13-2014, 04:47 PM

I know but this is just a side project not really intending to make it a show piece I'd just like to get the biggest bang for my buck. And what do you mean see you after the move?

Duc_Z09 · 09-13-2014, 06:43 PM

I agree with both of you about the LS swap. Technically it's the best, easiest, cheapest bang for your buck... which is why everyone does it.

On the other hand, everyone does it. And in the end you've got a Camaro-powered Z. Why not find a smashed up G35 and look into an engine swap from that?

Or if you want something radically different and you like to fabricate parts, a turbo I-4 from a Kawasaki ZX-14 would be impressive. Imagine a 250+hp 300ZX that shifts at 12,000 rpm!

nomodsjk · 09-13-2014, 07:27 PM

See that's why I put this thread up. I would have never have thought about that. I've never swapped anything but I've been learning a lot since I bought my z and I'm ready for my first project that I plan on doing myself.... Well with some guidance from a friend. I like the g35 idea a lot.

zguynate · 09-14-2014, 01:14 PM

For the price of the LS or whatever swap, you could easily put into the VG and get more power. You'd be down about 4 grand for just a stock LS swap into the car. You could spend that money on the VG and get more power than the stock LS. If you were starting with no motor at all I would say a LS. But since you already have the motor, why waste the money on a step back imo.

fuct · 09-25-2014, 04:17 PM

always loved that car!

GL with it! you are going to make your local nissan parts place very very happy!

09-13-2014, 04:33 PM	#3 (permalink)
Dirk McGurck Track Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Delaware Posts: 715 Drives: 09 MB 370Z Touring Rep Power: 21	Depends on what your goals are for it. I think it'd be cooler with a built TT 3.0L, personally. Anyone can put an LS into anything. Also, see you after the move. __________________ 2009 370Z Touring with Sport

09-13-2014, 06:43 PM	#5 (permalink)
Duc_Z09 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Frederick MD Posts: 876 Drives: With the blinker on. Rep Power: 24	I agree with both of you about the LS swap. Technically it's the best, easiest, cheapest bang for your buck... which is why everyone does it. On the other hand, everyone does it. And in the end you've got a Camaro-powered Z. Why not find a smashed up G35 and look into an engine swap from that? Or if you want something radically different and you like to fabricate parts, a turbo I-4 from a Kawasaki ZX-14 would be impressive. Imagine a 250+hp 300ZX that shifts at 12,000 rpm! nomodsjk likes this. __________________ 2009 370z #206 (all mods are Home Depot) 2009 Ducati 848 (full Ohlins, Termignoni, etc) 2003 Grand Cherokee (long arms, big tires, 4.56, lockers)

09-14-2014, 01:14 PM	#7 (permalink)
zguynate A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Strangeland Posts: 1,054 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 74	For the price of the LS or whatever swap, you could easily put into the VG and get more power. You'd be down about 4 grand for just a stock LS swap into the car. You could spend that money on the VG and get more power than the stock LS. If you were starting with no motor at all I would say a LS. But since you already have the motor, why waste the money on a step back imo. __________________ 2009 370z touring w/sports package

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09-13-2014, 04:11 PM	#2 (permalink)
nomodsjk Premium Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: martinsburg wv Posts: 2,073 Drives: 2011 370z MB/7at Rep Power: 19963	I already have a plasti dip sprayer so I was thinking dark silver kinda a gun metal with black wheels and eventually some carbon fiber

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nomodsjk Premium Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: martinsburg wv Posts: 2,073 Drives: 2011 370z MB/7at Rep Power: 19963	I know but this is just a side project not really intending to make it a show piece I'd just like to get the biggest bang for my buck. And what do you mean see you after the move?

09-13-2014, 07:27 PM	#6 (permalink)
nomodsjk Premium Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: martinsburg wv Posts: 2,073 Drives: 2011 370z MB/7at Rep Power: 19963	See that's why I put this thread up. I would have never have thought about that. I've never swapped anything but I've been learning a lot since I bought my z and I'm ready for my first project that I plan on doing myself.... Well with some guidance from a friend. I like the g35 idea a lot.

09-25-2014, 04:17 PM	#8 (permalink)
fuct A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sugar Land Posts: 3,692 Drives: 97' Ranger :) Rep Power: 24	always loved that car! GL with it! you are going to make your local nissan parts place very very happy!