300zx Turbo Z31 Future Plans & Build Summary

[@marcowillebeeklemair5400]

One year ago in ATX I bought my 50th AE z31, and the months prior I watched all of your episodes to guide me on what would be my first project car. It was barely running with a turbo spilling oil as if it was a tanker in the Gulf of Mexico. Now she's fully running with a big turbo, intercooler, poly bushings, new head gaskets, block off plates, new clutch, custom 3" turbo-back exhaust with v-bands, and almost everything else you've named in this video. I'm always excited to see new content from you. I wish you good health and the best of luck with this great build! The Instagram for my z if you're interested is @quarantine_z

[@importmodify]

Bad ass man! I'm stoked that I made such an impact on your decision! Glad my build helped you and glad you like the channel! I'll follow you for sure!

[@1987whitez]

Wow be looking forward for you next video on on that set up, so far I don't have that problem on my z31.

[@importmodify]

Lucky you! Yeah I'm excited to get it started!

[@familyfuncarscrypto9879]

I just got an '87 Na that I am thinking about making Turbo at some point.

[@justa_dude]

Cool car, they definitely are special. Still love mine to this day.

[@glennschiffer1742]

nice build, im looking to buy a 1988 300zx turbo and what would be the minimum psi on a compression test

[@Abogado-Del-Diablo]

Hi I really love the build on the Z31. I heard you mention moving to a megasquirt. I would seriously advise thinking about a Haltec ECU. I have a NA2T Z31 with a Garrett gt3076, the Haltec offers so much flexibility fully sequential injection with Z34 coils which deletes the distributor supplying spark. Controls the turbo and fueling which would delete your apexi fuel controller, deletes all the 80’s crap controlling cold start, PCV idle control etc. Also has option of fly by wire, cruise control would also control fans on the radiator.

[@importmodify]

Thanks for the advice. My buddy already has a megasquirt 3. That's why I mentioned it. What haltec you running?

[@importmodify]

Thanks and glad you love the build.

[@Abogado-Del-Diablo]

I use a Haltec 2500 which I know is the most expensive model they do, but does offer the most flexibility and has given me fly by wire using one of the z34 TB’s and fully sequential injection also using 6 Z34 coils. I live in the U.K. and there are only 16 turbo cars left and 29 N/A’s. So trying to get parts is a real struggle, unless you go direct to Japan where around 95% of the parts are still available. So for me the Haltec was a no brainer, it also has a 28 psi map sensor built in, so I have deleted that troublesome MAF. Please don’t think I am knocking the Megasquirt they are a really great mod and work brilliantly, but the Haltec makes turbo upgrades and tuning very very easy. I have watched you build from the beginning, the Z31 is my favourite Z car I have loved ever episode and wish you all the best

[@importmodify]

Yeah those are expensive. I'm getting one for the rb z32. I already bought the wiring speciality harness with the haltech connectors.

[@Abogado-Del-Diablo]

The harness makes it a easier job. I had to take the Z31 EFI harness remove all the wires I didn’t want and re-use some of the existing wires for another purpose, such as air inlet sensor, tps and a Wideband sensor. The only complicated part was the crank angle sensor but Scott at Haltec sent me some Nissan CAS layouts and the Z31 is the same as the Skyline R31, which really helped. My Z31 is now in many parts as it is going through a complete restoration and thanks to you I purchased a Prothane bush kit which will be installed when the paint is finished and the rebuild starts, I do envy you as I cannot drive mine yet. But I do also have a Nissan NX coupe that I drive around😁😁

[@jakeetzel3630]

Do you have the part numbers for the MSD ignition parts my 87 still has no spark issues i want to ditch the old stuff.

[@importmodify]

power transistor write up: www.xenonzcar.com/z31/prw2.html msd box: www.ebay.com/itm/334159546427 coil : www.ebay.com/itm/321347187832 MSD digital Tach adapter: www.ebay.com/itm/384519463746

[@biginterview7340]

This is an incredible build! I just purchased a low mileage '89 Z31 & watching your vids has given me tons of ideas. I see a lot of asks about the specifics of your setup in the comments. Are you planning to add a list of all aftermarket parts and where they can be purchased? Are you planning to ever take in similar cars from customers to add your mods?

[@importmodify]

Thank you for the compliment, yeah I'm getting alot of people asking me for a a parts list. I'm thinking about putting together a list but most of my parts where bought through eBay so I need to find listing to leave links. I might be interested in building one for a customer for the right price.

[@pablotuner3391]

I would like to see another video soon nice car like your videos I also have a little project 1980 datsun 510 I would like to get some advice suggestions from you need help with the wires so I can turn the motor on

[@importmodify]

See if you can get a Haynes repair manual. They have the wiring diagrams in the back those will help alot.

[@vvendetta9792]

Modifying my 1986 300ZX get away with all the emissions Cana cut all wiring harness attachments off.I am new to the 300ZX community and have lots of questions but don’t know where to go

[@travismassingale7801]

you give me tons of hope with my 84T. TY

[@importmodify]

Welcome. Glad to inspire!

[@cre8tivegarage157]

Super close to 3k , love the channel

[@importmodify]

Thank you! Yeah it's slowly growing. Yours is as well!

[@cre8tivegarage157]

@@importmodify keep up the hard work we are supporting from las vegas

[@importmodify]

Thank you so much!

[@ludokresh05]

Love this series and I miss my z31. Since it is a t-top it will never really be stiff like a modern car. Chassis stiffness wasn't really a big concern to the manufacturers back then.

[@importmodify]

Yeah I know in the video I said chassis stiffness but I was really referring to suspension. Yeah these 80 cars will never be stiff like the newer cars. I can tell a difference with the poly bushings but should be alot stiffer with the hiem joints. Glad you love the build series. Thanks for watching.

[@ludokresh05]

@@importmodify I remember way back in the day a Z in sports compact car they found a z31 with a solid roof in a junkyard and actually welded it on to their project car. I'd rather have the t-tops though.

[@importmodify]

absolutely yes got to have the t-tops its a blast cruzing around with them off.

[@rkappaz7185]

Can you make a list of all your parts and if possible where you got them?

[@mxney8867]

Solid !!!

[@gearjammer5533]

Really got your head in the game! I'm a Z31 turbo lifer. Owned all turbo's -84 "50th", 88, & on my 3rd 87 which is a one owner in excellent condition and all the original window and sales paperwork. Looking for your help on what is available for struts and shocks on this 87 turbo? Has original 3 way in cab adjustable Tokico's(which I know are no longer available). Bilstein's on my last Z31 no longer available, and even heard you can't even get KYB's any longer? I need help on any struts/stocks still available. Car is still completely stock. Thanks

[@importmodify]

Awesome! Yeah I don't see me getting rid of mine since I put so much work into it. It's a one of a kind now. As far as the struts go I don't know of any at the moment that are adjustable. I just opted for the coilovers but you have to weld the knuckles on them. I believe powertrix has the option to send in your knuckles and they provide the service. Techno tuning has the same options as well. Google search would be a good way to see if there is anything available. Thank you for the compliment!

[@gearjammer5533]

@@importmodify Thanks for the comeback! I have seen a few videos on coilovers which may be the way I need to go, but would like to stay as close to stock as I can. I think Koni use to make a "cut a strut" where you cut the housing and insert a perfect fitting cartridge inside and reapply the housing(either non or manually adjustable). Lost my Z guy/shop (Covid) and have to find a new Z guy that knows his stuff. Not easy Seattle area. Know anyone up in this neck of the woods LMK? Thanks

[@toxicgoldfish3482]

Are you going to put it on a dyno because I really want to know what kind of power a vg30 makes on 11 psi

[@importmodify]

I plan on reaching out and seeing how much to dyno after I put in the megasquirt because I need to be able to tune the ignition tables that is where I can make the real power.

[@Megacatares]

@@importmodify maybe 280

[@importmodify]

Probably close to that.

[@Megacatares]

sweet setup, I have Jamey Smith's old z on youtube I am rebuilding with forged internals.

[@importmodify]

Awesome

[@layzee1496]

im fairly new to the car scene and i would definitely say that im a novice. But ive absolutely fallen in love with z31s. Do you think it would be a bad idea for me to pick one of these up as my first project car despite my lack of knowledge?

[@turbofedz8997]

I'm a little skeptical on that rear kit from RT..I think I'm gonna hold on for the S13 Swap..il be on the look out on your installation on that KIT tho..👍

[@importmodify]

Yeah see how it works out for me. Makes sense.

[@miquelaltimir7691]

Hi Shannon!!! Do you know where I can find manifolds (intake and exhaust) for my Z31 turbo? I was looking through ebay but I only find for N/A. Can you help me? Keep up the good work!! Let's see your next video!! kind regards!!

[@importmodify]

Sorry I do not. I had mine custom made. I used universal intercooler piping 2.5" for the intake. I'm running straight pipe with custom down pipe. 2.5". A custom exhaust shop can help you with that. If your handy with a welder you can get your stainless steel piping off ebay. Hope this helps.

[@joelstatosky1817]

I was originally gonna get a z31 but I'm re thinking it since the aftermarket ain't that good. I'm getting an rx7 now but one day i will go back to the z31

[@importmodify]

Understand, slowly parts are being made and these Z31s are becoming more popular.

[@joelstatosky1817]

@@importmodify . Yep imma buy a super low mileage one but the rx7 is main priority because of their prices. I will always love the z31 though

[@Abogado-Del-Diablo]

Hi aftermarket in the U.S. is quite good there are quite a few retailers stocking z31 parts like the Z store however 95% of all the parts are still available in Japan and used parts and accessories are available from companies like superbach or up garage in all the major cities in Japan. You could also contact a guy called Rob in Matsusaka his business is called import monster he can get you virtually anything you wan

[@MichaelMejia-fr9qi]

where did you get the turbo kit?

[@importmodify]

It's custom the turbo is from maxspeedingrods. Custom exhaust, stock manifolds. Check my Playlist for the full build.

[@precise4163]

Do you have a link or where you purchased the t3/t4 turbo?

[@importmodify]

here you go: www.maxpeedingrods.com/product/t3-t4-t03-t04-hybrid-all-4-6-cyl-oil-cooled-v-band-to4e-t3-flange-universal-turbo-turbocharger.html

[@breadslice8109]

yessss

[@jeffbowman8265]

Give that ZXT a dam paint job

[@importmodify]

haha I will eventually.

[@marc509mtz4]

What’s is estimated Total cost so far?

[@importmodify]

Around 7k total including the purchase of the car

[@marc509mtz4]

That’s great thank you very much. I’m looking at these right now and can’t make up my mind on whether or not to get one.

[@importmodify]

Go for it! Stand out on a budget!

[@toxicgoldfish3482]

And also is the engine built

[@importmodify]

stock vg30et from a 84 i believe the original engine was blown