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03-28-2009, 02:30 AM | #1 | |
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RB25DET Datsun 240z
I want to build a replica of a friend's 1971 Datsun 240z with an RB25DET drivetrain swap.
This build will be similar to one I did a few years ago: Porsche 993TT brakes, Recaro seats, roll bar, Watts for Panasports, solder for mandrel exhaust, etc. I am using the Hasegawa 240z kit body/chassis. Need to cut the hood, not too excited about that The paint is GoGreen, and testors has it. I have some BOVs, and turbos, fmic's to play with, but I hope that the "top-Half" engine looks convincing. LHD is from the Fujimi kit. ride height: Some videos I took of this beast, it is quick! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PmcsuTk6lV4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8MIeRVonEIM |
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03-28-2009, 09:01 AM | #2 | |
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Re: RB25DET Datsun 240z
Coooool, I'm diggin' this one. Beautiful car, great engine, and it looks like a terrific installation. (I'm planning to do something very similar myself- any further pics you'd care of that engine would certainly be appreciated.)
What are you planning to use for the engine? Other than the badge, it looks alot like an RB26- if you wanted to go full engine, maybe Gio's forthcoming transkit would be a good option? I'll keep an eye on this one.
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03-28-2009, 11:31 PM | #3 | |
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Re: RB25DET Datsun 240z
Another great Datsun from you! I can't wait!!
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03-29-2009, 12:37 AM | #4 | |
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Re: RB25DET Datsun 240z
this would be a nice thread to keep my eye on i got a datson stting on my table on the hold position cause i dont know if i want to leave it with the egine it came with or put a new one in ......cant wait to see how yours turn out
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04-03-2009, 05:25 PM | #5 | |
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Re: RB25DET Datsun 240z
Oh yeah !
I'll be tagging along on this one too....love the Datto's. This should be a neat conversion, can't wait to see more. cheers Greg
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04-07-2009, 12:45 PM | #6 | |
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Re: RB25DET Datsun 240z
where does your friend live?i have seen that car before
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04-20-2009, 01:45 AM | #7 |
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05-04-2009, 02:22 AM | #9 |
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05-13-2009, 01:09 AM | #10 | |
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Re: RB25DET Datsun 240z
Looks good
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06-02-2009, 09:16 PM | #11 | |
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Re: RB25DET Datsun 240z
I am slowly making a bunch of engine bay parts.
The 1:1 has a Greddy intake manifold with a larger MAF. I used a RB26 manifold, smoothed it cut off the piping. made some runners from an old 240z exhaust manifold since they are squared off. Injectors are from an SR kit I'll fashion the maf from the charcoal canistr/emissions thingy from a 280zx kit. |
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06-09-2009, 03:16 AM | #12 | |
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Re: RB25DET Datsun 240z
Added the "Greddy" casting for the emblem:
After some sanding/painting: I shot the Testors "Go Green" on the valve cover/ engine bay followed by clear and I am pleased with the result: The exhaust manifold heat shield got some chrome silver and the spark cover was bmf'd. On the front cover the RB25 has a "bump" opposite the silver vtc solenoid thingy, so I cut a circular pice and blended it on, looks perfect imho! Added some pulleys for the water/crank/alt: With the body on: Next is the injector/wiring on the intake...battery and it's wiring |
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06-09-2009, 06:52 PM | #13 | |
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Re: RB25DET Datsun 240z
that rb manifold looks good, im digging the green color too. your friend must be happy that your making a replica of his car??
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Re: RB25DET Datsun 240z
Where did you get the RB25 engine?
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