so for a while i was really determined to have the first “stanced out” (or whatever) 3000gt vr4. i ran into so many fitment problems, exhaust issues, not being able to run staggered setups realistically, and overall i just came to the conclusion that it’s a twin turbo sports car for a reason, i wanna be able to drive it and not worry about scraping or anything like that. so i sold my coilovers, currently selling the wheels and returned it to stock.
i bought my first 240sx this past weekend, a 1991 hatch, blacktop SR mildly built up, bc coilovers, z32 5lug/brake/rear end swap and a ton of parts (i’d post the whole list up that was in the ad from zilvia but he took it down. i’ll get a full list up eventually). she’s in sleeper mode right now but i’m really impressed with how quick this thing is on stock boost. i’ve loved the 240’s since i first really got into jap cars when i was 15, and i’ve always wanted to get into drifting, so i think i have the perfect setup for that and some road course stuff as well. i need help finding some local spots though to practice, i understand the concept and how to actually do it, i just need seat time and some pointers and i’ll be set.
anyways, this is in the project section for a reason, here’s some of my goals for the car over this coming winter into the spring:
180sx type x all around (will probably repaint the whole car)
bolt in (4 point) roll bar
recaro’s
some decent wheels (i’d kill for some advan model 5’s but i doubt i’ll be able to afford em for a while haha)
possibly a 1.5lsd?
suggestions?
i’m gonna leave the motor the way it is now, it pulls pretty hard and runs so nice, i’m not gonna bother with it. here’s what i have to start with, i’m hoping to get it out at next months LVD event and make an ass out of myself haha
here’s some crappy iphone pics
Untitled by P.J. Prendergast, on Flickr
Untitled by P.J. Prendergast, on Flickr
Untitled by P.J. Prendergast, on Flickr
Untitled by P.J. Prendergast, on Flickr
Untitled by P.J. Prendergast, on Flickr
Untitled by P.J. Prendergast, on Flickr
thanks for looking! i’ll hopefully be updating this thread throughout the summer with some action shots :skid
~ PJ
edit: 6-14-2012 mod list
Powertrain:
S13 SR20DET Blacktop
Tomei Pon Cams
Greddy Airinx Intake
Greddy Oil Pan
Greddy LS FMIC
Greddy Oil catch can
GT Spec Exhaust manifold
GT Spec O2 Housing
3inch Downpipe
Straight pipe (Broken Sard exhaust torque converter control valve)
Circuit Sports 3" Dual Tip Exhaust
Hallman Manual boost controller (you can order an in-cabin extension)
Nismo motor mounts and transmission mount
ACT 6 Puck clutch
Fidanza Flywheel
Mishimoto aluminum radiator
Nismo thermostat
Flex-A-Lite Dual fans
DIF Fan controller
Walbro Fuel Pump
Suspension:
BC Racing coilovers (I don’t have the spanner wrenches)
Suspension Techniques F&R Sway Bars
SPC Adjustable Rear Camber Arm, Rear Toe arm, and Link
Nagisa Fender Brace
GT Spec FSB, RSB, Trunk Bar, C-pillar bar, Lower tie Bar
OEM S14 5 Lug conversion (hubs)
Moog S14 Front lower ball joint
Energy Suspension rack and pinion and front lower control arm bushing
Peak Performance rear subframe bushing collars
Z32 Front and Rear brakes (Front: Hawk HP Plus, Brembo Slotted Rotors)
Z32 Conversion Stainless brake lines
OEM S14 wheels/Enkie RP01-no tires
J30 VLSD/Axles
Tein Tie rods (inner and outer)
Interior:
AEM UEGO Wideband Gauge and O2 sensor
STRI Boost Gauge
S14 Front seats
Personal Steering wheel
Exterior:
Xenon Front Lip
HID Conversion (with OE JDM Housings)
