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Mad Mat · 06-07-2011, 12:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cosmo Dude

Fuel pressure needs to be boost plus standard I.E. 5psi boost plus 3psi preassure = 8psi but if you try and put 8psi fuel pressure into the carb at low boost you'll likely blow the needle and seat and flood the engine.
A draw through system is much easier as long as you don't have too longer pipe between turbo and engine. Too long would be an FMIC but you can run a stock carb.

Wow.. That's very help mate

thanks

I think I'll have to do a efi setup..

project.r.racing · 07-07-2011, 06:59 AM

get in contact with someone from the z car club. a few peeps on the running flow through turbo systems on their 240/260Zs.

Mad Mat · 07-07-2011, 10:29 AM

sweet thanks

does anyone know where i could find a supply for wire crimps that will fit in a ecu loom plug????

Clean_Cookie · 07-07-2011, 02:04 PM

is that just to save soldering etc? id assume theyd be relatively standard pins, but they probably wont be cheap! youd need a crimper suited to the job.

marcs_sp20 · 07-07-2011, 02:23 PM

Have to buy gasket glue for the valve cover, any brands recommended or just the run of the mill supercheap stuff do the job?

maztech · 07-07-2011, 02:58 PM

Always used 'three bond ' but check out the permatex range or PM me and I can drop in with some three bond and have a beer or two with ya.

DavoAust · 07-07-2011, 04:30 PM

I've used three bond, its good stuff.

A question, does anyone know a decent mob that rebuilds Getrag boxes? Specifically Mitsubishi ones. A good exhaust place would be awesome too

maztech · 07-07-2011, 07:29 PM

For exhaust work go and see rob or aaron at rob bliss exhausts at geebung I have work done buy them for years and also send RX 8 s to them from work as well

Orion · 11-07-2011, 01:52 PM

So I am going to swap in the new radiator and fans this coming weekend. At the moment I have some Nulon Green Long Life Coolant mixed in a 2(water):1(coolant) ratio. I am planning to buy another litre of coolant and add this with another litre of water to arrive at a 40% coolant / 60% water ratio.

Before I do this, I have been looking around and there seems to be a lot of chatter about whether to use red or green coolant. Most seem to say either is fine as long as the cooling system is completely flushed so you don't mix the two different types.

I have also read that the Red type coolant is better for aluminium radiators (which my new one will be). Yes, I know the SP20 came with Green coolant from the factory.

So, my questions are:
What is the best colour? Red or Green?
What ratio is suggested? i.e. 50% / 50% or 60% / 40% or 67% / 33% (water / coolant)
Any recommended brands? i.e. Nulon or dealership?

Rupewrecht · 11-07-2011, 02:14 PM

The guys who made my alu radiator said to only use GM green coolant. Something to with the way it reacts (or more to the point, doesn't) with the aluminium. They listed a whole heap of reasons, but it was a while ago so the rest has slipped my mind.

Orion · 11-07-2011, 02:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rupewrecht

The guys who made my alu radiator said to only use GM green coolant. Something to with the way it reacts (or more to the point, doesn't) with the aluminium. They listed a whole heap of reasons, but it was a while ago so the rest has slipped my mind.

Is that they stuff they call DexCool?

Thanks for the info Dan

I am definitely looking at it from the angle of minimising any corrosion in the radiator or engine block, rather than from the performance side of things

Rupewrecht · 11-07-2011, 03:17 PM

It was this stuff, if i remember correctly

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/HOLDEN-CO...-/320724588812

project.r.racing · 12-07-2011, 08:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Orion

Is that they stuff they call DexCool?

Thanks for the info Dan

I am definitely looking at it from the angle of minimising any corrosion in the radiator or engine block, rather than from the performance side of things

Then use deminerialized water also.

I recently did a coolent change to Nulon Green. The dude said to used a 1/3 blend. But I spoke to him about sprint days/car abuse, so he said go 1/2 blend.

Since I moved recently, I had to find a new parts supplier. So I did some probing questions for the business and this bloke. Turns out he was a machanic for 15 years, and wheel aligner and suspension fitter for another 15 years, and used to race Alfas in the 80s or something. And currently a part guys in a auto shop. So I'm assuming he knows his stuff. I was very happy to stumble onto him by accident. Much better the the SCA/Autobahn mech noobs that know nothing.

Orion · 12-07-2011, 09:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by project.r.racing

Then use deminerialized water also.

I recently did a coolent change to Nulon Green. The dude said to used a 1/3 blend. But I spoke to him about sprint days/car abuse, so he said go 1/2 blend.

Oh yes, demineralised water will definitely be used

I am going to go with 60% water / 40% coolant mix as water is the better heat exchanger and shouldn't need to much ant-freeze / anti-boil protection from the glycol.

More concerned with the anti-corrosion elements in the various types of coolant (green, red, orange, blue etc) and what is best for me engine and new aluminium radiator.

smurfy · 12-07-2011, 12:26 PM

question.. it sounds simple but knowing me ill either brake it or do it the hard wayy..

so how do you take out the surrounding around the headunit(sliver part with the carbon fibre on the sides) and surrounding around the gear stick ?

marcs_sp20 · 12-07-2011, 12:42 PM

Both peices can be taken out within a minute (and I mean both within a minute

)

Centre Dash peice = fold the centre vents downwards, grab onto the ledge thats revealed and pull back - then all you have to do is disconnect the climate control plugs

Centre console/drink holder = pull the drink holder flap upwards, should pull straight out (dont worry, it shouldn't break

)

Hope that helps! BTW, what are you doing with them, getting them painted or wrapped in vinyl?

Cheers
Marc

smurfy · 12-07-2011, 01:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by marcs_sp20

Both peices can be taken out within a minute (and I mean both within a minute

)

Centre Dash peice = fold the centre vents downwards, grab onto the ledge thats revealed and pull back - then all you have to do is disconnect the climate control plugs

Centre console/drink holder = pull the drink holder flap upwards, should pull straight out (dont worry, it shouldn't break

)

Hope that helps! BTW, what are you doing with them, getting them painted or wrapped in vinyl?

Cheers
Marc

thanks marc.... copying you and sticker bombing them

Lachlan · 12-07-2011, 01:21 PM

Nothing like originality!

Lachlan · 17-07-2011, 09:12 AM

Has any bought a cheaper short shifter off eBay? Thoughts?

70NYD · 17-07-2011, 11:33 AM

I have bought a cheapy of eBay and they sent me a pulsar one.. I sold it on and the person didn't complain so yeah

07-07-2011, 10:29 AM	#2983
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07-07-2011, 02:04 PM	#2984
Clean_Cookie obsessed-incomplete-broke Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Brisbane Car: BA Hardtop/Hatch Posts: 5,441	is that just to save soldering etc? id assume theyd be relatively standard pins, but they probably wont be cheap! youd need a crimper suited to the job. __________________ Worklog

07-07-2011, 02:23 PM	#2985
marcs_sp20 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Ipswich, Queensland Car: 2002 Mazda Astina SP20 2006 Mazda 6 GY Wagon Posts: 9,769 View Photos By: marcs_sp20	Have to buy gasket glue for the valve cover, any brands recommended or just the run of the mill supercheap stuff do the job? __________________

07-07-2011, 04:30 PM	#2987
DavoAust Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Brisbane Car: Red '93 3000GT / Black '08 Ninja 250R Posts: 2,930 View Photos By: DavoAust	I've used three bond, its good stuff. A question, does anyone know a decent mob that rebuilds Getrag boxes? Specifically Mitsubishi ones. A good exhaust place would be awesome too __________________ Understeer is when you hit the wall with the front of the car and oversteer is when you hit the wall with the rear of the car. Horsepower is how fast you hit the wall, torque is how far you take the wall with you. '97 1.8L Hardtop '93 3.0L TT 3000GT

11-07-2011, 01:52 PM	#2989
Orion SP20 Member! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Brisbane Car: Mazda SP20 sedan Posts: 1,769 View Photos By: Orion	Coolant suggestions So I am going to swap in the new radiator and fans this coming weekend. At the moment I have some Nulon Green Long Life Coolant mixed in a 2(water):1(coolant) ratio. I am planning to buy another litre of coolant and add this with another litre of water to arrive at a 40% coolant / 60% water ratio. Before I do this, I have been looking around and there seems to be a lot of chatter about whether to use red or green coolant. Most seem to say either is fine as long as the cooling system is completely flushed so you don't mix the two different types. I have also read that the Red type coolant is better for aluminium radiators (which my new one will be). Yes, I know the SP20 came with Green coolant from the factory. So, my questions are: What is the best colour? Red or Green? What ratio is suggested? i.e. 50% / 50% or 60% / 40% or 67% / 33% (water / coolant) Any recommended brands? i.e. Nulon or dealership? __________________ Exhaust: Autoexe headers; Custom midpipe; Racing Beat catback Engine: AWR mounts; Twiggy cams; Custom CAI; RR Racing UDP; Mishimoto rad EMS: Microtech LT-10; J&S Safeguard; Gearbox: MSP LSD; Fidanza flywheel; 5th gear Rims/Suspension: MX-5 rims; Tokico Illuminas; Eibach Pro-kit; Progress RSB; AutoExe STB Exterior: MSP front lip & rear spoiler; Matt V headlights; AutoExe grill; EDM tails Interior: JVC AVX-77; Autometer gauges; DaveBs; B&M shifter Projects to come: Engine rebuild

07-07-2011, 06:59 AM	#2982
project.r.racing Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: n/a Car: n/a Posts: 10,929	get in contact with someone from the z car club. a few peeps on the running flow through turbo systems on their 240/260Zs.

07-07-2011, 02:58 PM	#2986
maztech Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: QLD Car: ...... Posts: 952	Always used 'three bond ' but check out the permatex range or PM me and I can drop in with some three bond and have a beer or two with ya.

07-07-2011, 07:29 PM	#2988
maztech Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: QLD Car: ...... Posts: 952	For exhaust work go and see rob or aaron at rob bliss exhausts at geebung I have work done buy them for years and also send RX 8 s to them from work as well

11-07-2011, 02:14 PM	#2990
Rupewrecht Administrator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: melb.vic.au Car: AZ-1, Astina Hardtop Turbo, BJ Protege, Beetle Posts: 16,525 View Photos By: Rupewrecht	The guys who made my alu radiator said to only use GM green coolant. Something to with the way it reacts (or more to the point, doesn't) with the aluminium. They listed a whole heap of reasons, but it was a while ago so the rest has slipped my mind. __________________ jdmparts.rupewrecht.com Sourcing your not-quite-overnight parts from Japan WRECHT--\|--SLOWTEGE--\|--BEETLE--\|--SUBSTITUTE--\|--AZ-1

11-07-2011, 03:17 PM	#2992
Rupewrecht Administrator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: melb.vic.au Car: AZ-1, Astina Hardtop Turbo, BJ Protege, Beetle Posts: 16,525 View Photos By: Rupewrecht	It was this stuff, if i remember correctly http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/HOLDEN-CO...-/320724588812 __________________ jdmparts.rupewrecht.com Sourcing your not-quite-overnight parts from Japan WRECHT--\|--SLOWTEGE--\|--BEETLE--\|--SUBSTITUTE--\|--AZ-1

12-07-2011, 12:26 PM	#2995
smurfy Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: sutherland shire, nsw Car: sp20 Posts: 1,968 View Photos By: smurfy	question.. it sounds simple but knowing me ill either brake it or do it the hard wayy.. so how do you take out the surrounding around the headunit(sliver part with the carbon fibre on the sides) and surrounding around the gear stick ? __________________ To many of us, our cars are an extension of our own personalities, the way we choose to modify reflects this.

12-07-2011, 12:42 PM	#2996
marcs_sp20 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Ipswich, Queensland Car: 2002 Mazda Astina SP20 2006 Mazda 6 GY Wagon Posts: 9,769 View Photos By: marcs_sp20	Both peices can be taken out within a minute (and I mean both within a minute ) Centre Dash peice = fold the centre vents downwards, grab onto the ledge thats revealed and pull back - then all you have to do is disconnect the climate control plugs Centre console/drink holder = pull the drink holder flap upwards, should pull straight out (dont worry, it shouldn't break ) Hope that helps! BTW, what are you doing with them, getting them painted or wrapped in vinyl? Cheers Marc __________________

12-07-2011, 01:21 PM	#2998
Lachlan AstinaGT Regular Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Melbourne. Car: 2001 323 Astina SP20 Posts: 474 View Photos By: Lachlan	Nothing like originality! __________________ CLICK IMAGE FOR MY PROJECT WORKLOG.

17-07-2011, 09:12 AM	#2999
Lachlan AstinaGT Regular Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Melbourne. Car: 2001 323 Astina SP20 Posts: 474 View Photos By: Lachlan	Has any bought a cheaper short shifter off eBay? Thoughts? __________________ CLICK IMAGE FOR MY PROJECT WORKLOG.

17-07-2011, 11:33 AM	#3000
70NYD Veni, vidi, vici Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Brisbane Car: 1996 BA Hatch & 2005 RX8 Posts: 4,911 View Photos By: 70NYD	I have bought a cheapy of eBay and they sent me a pulsar one.. I sold it on and the person didn't complain so yeah __________________