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Thanks man, but yeah I kinda figured that out a few months ago with the help of other guys on this forum.

Basically convinced that it's a 92 as well. This thread just won't let me go back and change the info on the front page anymore...

I wish i had AWD that would be interesting.. Good luck on getting your car done, do you have a build thread?

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  • 2 weeks later...
SO finally I got my rims back from wheelflip yesterday and got my car back on the road


So after a month and a half of her being down i stayed up all night and got to get her running again!

I tell you there is nothing like the sound of a RB starting for the first time, especially when it's yours!


Basically what I did when she was down:


Cleared the sheered off exhuast head bolts

New ARP exhaust head bolts

New SS Braided Brake lines

New SS Bradied turbo lines

New Energy suspension bushings

New Gasket kit

New down pipe

Sealed and check all exhaust and vacum leaks

Cleaned everything!

Installed New A/C system

Cleaned IVAC

Checked and rewired engine plugs

New battery terminals

Grounded the engine and ignitor

Sea Foam Engine Prior to New spark plugs, OIL Filter, Fuel Filter, etc...

And basically just clean alot of old dirt and oil out of her...

I'm sure I'm forgetting a few things. oh well...



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Basically spent alot of cash on parts just to refresh her and took time just to get her perfectly running again

I want her to be around for a long time

And even though I have another engine going in her I still have plans for this one

So now I'm taking the day to just see what else I need to get done and take the weekend to enjoy her

Money is alittle tight this month so I need to still get tires for the other set of 350z wheels.


Well back to work...
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Ok so interesting day today, might be getting the engine early!
I'm talking to my guys about that and designing the plan as we speak so more on that later...

And in other news talked to my buddy ray at the Nismo Shop and they still don't haven't heard anything yet on if they can get parts for my car from japan, he's putting another call in for me so hopefully i can get the windows fixed atleast!!

Another buddy of mine came by for me to test fit his rims!
They are some VIP classic Leon hardiritt ordens wheels with polished lips machines faces.

Here are the specs:
Front 20/10.5 +2, 3 1/2 lip
Rear 20/12.5 +2, 5 1/2 lip

I loved them! And they sorta fit... I would have to do major body work and it's not really out of my range but it's also something i really have to think if i want to do again. It took me a year and a half to get the Supra widebody right.

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I really want these though so i gotta do some homework...

well see...

anyway to the rest of the day..
I filled the missing section of the bumper which took about another 4 hours, mostly drying time for the fiberglass and bondo/ paint.

First I started by making a plug to hold the fiberglass. I did this by making a template of the shape of the lip then transfered it to a piece of florist foam that i picked up form a 99 cent store around me. Walmart has this stuff also.
Take your time with this but remember this dosen't have to be perfect.

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Then i cut out fiberglass sheet to approximate size and layed out everything before i started. I also identified weak and cracked spots around the bumper to repair and cut smaller pieces for them.
I them coated the fiberglass lip with resin first and them layed the fiberglass cloth down. then i inserted the plug and continued to coat the fiberglass.

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Then I let everything dry for a bit and sanded and bondoed everything down till it was nice and smooth. After that just sprayed it black to cover and protect everything. I did leave the bottom metal bracing though just because it added strength and it wasn't noticeable.

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Bottom of the lip where the metal bracing is

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Test fitting

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ALL DONE!! for now...

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I have suspension planned for tomorrow then brake and some other upgrades for the rest of the week!

Hi What is the brand naame of the front Caliper Spacers to take 320 discs and were did ya get them and how much dosh. Thanks Jamind

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PM'd you with the answer but for everyone else that might be interested the version that I like is this one : http://www.ebay.com/itm/S13-S14-BRAKE-ADAPTER-UPGRADE-300ZX-Z32-30MM-CALIPER-WITH-12-75-350Z-ROTOR-/271195434777?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3f2481ef19&vxp=mtr

Not sure if they are the exact same ones but the look almost the same.

I got my set up from Zilvia from another memeber hense why I ended up with 2 different set to try.

You can read the DIY here: http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/topic/423144-350z-g35-track-brembo-rotor-adapter-install-on-a31-cefiro/

The 2 types work the same just basically comes down to where you like the caliper to sit depending on the look your going for.

I actually have the second type still if anyone wants to buy them.

Feel free to ask any questions, I'm more than happy to help.

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So since I had a little leak from the broken exhaust stud in my head here is my solution to fix it...


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...I need help.... :whistling:


This is why I'm broke....


And if your keeping track...

The car was orignally RB20, I have a Rb25 in the car now...

Yes this is a RB26 and Yes I'm still building the RB30 as well...

LOL all for this same car....

And No, I don't know whats wrong with me....

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My fuel & air upgrade, all this for $100...


Z32 MAF and Remaned 650cc A46-00/ JEGS Injectors


A little Birthday present to myself...

But sadly the injectors might have to go back considering the guy never sent the flow sheet and these are supposed to be reman 650cc units that I've never seen before...

They all seem to be in brand new condition and look great but still the fact I got them so cheap and the tips aren't what normal units look like I don't want to pay to get them flow tested just to find out that they are 270's and be SOL...

I'm not risking my engine no matter how good the deal is...


Anyone ever see these type of tips before??

I've only seen injectors with 4 holes that are OEM re-drilled...


well we'll see...


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Oh yeah I also might have found a temp fix for my exhaust leak issue on my heap, gonna try it out this weekend so we'll see how that goes...

maybe I'll get to drive while the 26 is getting shipped over

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UPDATE!!!!!! SWEET! The guy basically said sorry dosen't have the flow sheet as listed and refunded my money, told me to keep the injectors!!!!

I basically got them for free!!!!!

I'm just going to send them in and get them flow tested myself!

AWESOME!!!!
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OK so a f**king miracle has happend... I fixed the exhaust leak in the RB25....

It was the most ghetto fix but it worked! LOL!!!!!

I pretty much said f**k it last night and did a hell mary fix with some exhaust putty weld and a new gasket.

I placed some on the inner ring, surrounded it with ATV gasket seal then sandwiched it together...

Waited 24hrs for it to set and it worked!!!!!!

... I basically thought of this bacause I know i'm going to either have to buy a new head or get those other broken studs drilled out anyway so why not right...

If I can drive my car while the other engine rb26 is being prepped it would buy me some time...

Well it f**ken worked! I can't believe it...

Also I've used this stuff before on a friends car that we were selling and it's basically like JB weld. It can be sanded or peeled off... just look for reviews and the cheapest stuff you can find...

Here is a pic of how she was tonight! and a video!

She was leaning out before max boost! LOL! I need a tune and to put in bigger injectors now... :P

Not going to but she needs it.. I have them... we'll see... I might get bored... .... .... maybe .... LOL!

Link to video: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10151730327724236

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Also I painted my bike this weekend!!!!

Here is a teaser shot I'm still putting her back together!

Mixed the paint myself, black with gold pearl and copper flakes...

ZX10R

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RHD Problems.... my door opens on the same side I park my bike but I don't trust anyone else parking next to her....
How do I make all my cars fit.....
LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!

Well finally got my bike finished today but thats about it... just thought you guys might like a look

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I custom made a tip for My bike which is basically just a tip right after the servo buterfly for the factory motor which i disabled also but I think I'm going to turn it into a manual EVC so when I want to I can quiet the bike down like when I come home and open her up on the freeway.
But it's loud and sounds like a true MOTOGP bike!

I love it!

Well I'm beat, Hope you guys like it.

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Just cause I haven't updated in a while...

Been actually busy with work and waiting on goodies from JDMland...

Also since she is working right now I kinda don't want to mess with her...

So here is a pic that got taken from a local meet... First time I ever took here anywhere...

People were kinda surprised around here to see her, well the people that knew what she was... HAHA!

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So I figure I'd do a little update...
I ordered a bunch of parts from JDMland but shipping is taking forever so the wait continues...
I am getting random parts here and there but not everythign to start working yet.
I did get a few other goodies since the last time I've updated here... Thanks Nic!!!
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But I did get to check out this gem that I used to own...
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Yes that a is a GZ20 Toyota Soarer TT with a 1G-GTE
I used to own one back a few years ago, I miss my car and it was nice to see one again.
Very rare here in the US, when I owned mine there were only 4 that I knew of in the whole country and this one is the very first that has been legalized fully not just in the state but for the country!
And side note, if you can get a car legalized in the state of California it is then legal for the country because we have the strictest laws here.
FML I know....
As for what happened to my car?
it was totaled in a car accident in 2007, rear-ended in LA traffic while I was stopped... thats right going 0 mph... truck ran right into me...
I would have never sold mine...
The owner used to work at Toyota in Japan and with TRD.
Really nice guy and had some great stories. Great day!
But I did get a new toy to play with while I wait for the engine parts.
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Say Bye bye to the Blitz 01's!
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Gotta say I have to change my whole suspension set up again with this set up but the new tires feel great!
Alot more comfortable driving but alot harder to get loose so more playing...
Well see what happens but as for this weekend all eyes are on FD Irwindale this weekend so that will be fun...
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Found a few pix of my old GZ20... I miss my old baby... RIP...

can you believe that the insurance company tried to give me only $300 for her at first!

I ended up with $15k for her but damn man... I still rather have had my car!

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