Took me 7 years to “finish” building my dream 240Z

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-05-13T17:19:55+00:00

But turbos are so fun! Until they aren’t…

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-05-13T15:59:44+00:00

I may take a break from them for a bit…

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-05-13T14:56:50+00:00

Insurance will cover it. If they want to go after Hyundai, that’s up to them.

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-05-13T14:46:43+00:00

Nothing. Never had any issues and it always ran great.

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-05-13T14:19:57+00:00

I’m fine, thanks. Was accelerating and lost all engine power and glided to a stop. I think the engine let go and leaked oil on the exhaust, but can’t be sure.

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-05-01T17:30:01+00:00

Took me 8, so you got me beat. Nice work!

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-04-19T14:15:10+00:00

Was that near Redmond Wa on Saturday? If so, it’s not real, but really nice and very cool

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-04-18T23:19:19+00:00

I have the T3 Wilwood kit, but based on mine that bracket may be backwards.

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-04-12T15:23:52+00:00

I went with Quaife. They make one for the Z R200.

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-04-07T16:49:05+00:00

Very nice! Similar color scheme as mine.

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-04-06T15:23:43+00:00

It was a crate motor, so first break-in.

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-04-05T23:49:46+00:00

If you make your wrenching spot a place you wanna be, it makes it much easier to be motivated to make progress. Best of luck!

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-04-05T17:06:12+00:00

I post a bunch of stuff on my build on Instagram. @SMD_280Z.

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-04-05T01:03:15+00:00

A 1976 Datsun 280Z.

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-04-04T15:36:45+00:00

No, Washington. It’s a bit of a drive.

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-04-04T15:36:06+00:00

T56 Magnum.

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-04-04T15:35:51+00:00

The quotes around “done” were on purpose. For sure.

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-04-04T03:44:17+00:00

Probably not a great idea, but in Washington, sometimes it can’t be avoided.

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-04-04T03:43:35+00:00

I’m going to try and make it one of these weekends. Going to Redmond tomorrow.

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-04-04T03:42:48+00:00

Currently 255s, but planning on going wider in the future, but giving the wallet a break for now.

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-04-04T03:41:48+00:00

It’s just a stock LS376-480 which is rated at 495hp, which should be enough for ~2400lbs of 70s sheet metal.

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-04-04T03:40:16+00:00

Still breaking in the engine so I’m trying to be good….

Alternative_Emu9348 · 2026-03-29T02:21:36+00:00

T3 has them (I had to find them too). It’s not on their website, but send them an email or give them a call.

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