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Mini-cooper drivers out there?

September 3, 2002 by AxtellZ
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Hey everyone, anyone here own or drive a new mini-cooper? I'd like some opinions if so.. I am working on the wife for a new S-type (Umm, no, no luck as of yet) This car seems more like a Z than the "new Z"! 2300lbs, 163HP, independent suspension, and all at $22,500 loaded! So if you've driven/ridden in one- give me your take please. BTW, the wife's argument:" You have 2 Z's and your F150, and i'm still driving this 7 year old mini-van...":tapemouth Any ideas to win her over on this (other than buying her a van?!) Zya all, Jeremiah

Last reply by AxtellZ, September 4, 2002
Money.......(the bell tolls) 1 2

September 2, 2002 by 2-77zs
17 replies

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Time to talk dollars. Many of you have thousands into your cars. What budget changes would you make if you had it to do all over again? What changes would you have made? What would you have avoided, and where would you have spent more or less? As I'm sure you have all figured out, it's time for me to present a budget outline to my accountant (wife). Who actually is my accountant.

Last reply by hmsports, September 4, 2002
First 350Z in the US 1 2

September 2, 2002 by Ali
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I heard that a guy bought(won) the first 350Z(VIN#000000001) in the United States for $95,000! Personally i think it was a waste to buy it for that much, but hey if you have the money. I suppose i would too, just for the novelty of being number one. What do guys think?

Last reply by laffeaux, September 3, 2002
Help! Need center caps for snowflake wheels

September 1, 2002 by justaZcarguy
3 replies

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Just need the center caps, having a heck of a time finding them. Planning on restoring a set, I love the look but need the caps. The caps from the 14" wheels are a bit too small. Have a great day!

Last reply by beandip, September 3, 2002
wheel bearings maybe but what else?

September 3, 2002 by ZmeFly
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ive been have this problem with my right front wheel. when i turn left or depress the brake pedal i get this howling noise like a bad wheel bearing. put the car up today. inspected the bearings they look well repacked and tried it again. its not as bad now. but still making the same noise. i have new bearings and seals on order from courtesy nissan, but i was wondering could it be anything else?? the wheel is nice and tight i dont feel any play in it at all. anyone have a clue. thanks james

Last reply by spudz, September 3, 2002
Turbo 240Z 1 2

August 31, 2002 by dirtychief123
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Is it possible to have a L28 with a turbo and use carbs?? I heard its possible but I'm not sure how it would work. Does anyone know??

Last reply by pbaddock, September 3, 2002
anyone done this before?

September 2, 2002 by driftmunky
2 replies

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i have heard of boring and stroking out the l28 to 3.1 liters, but has anyone done it to the l28et(280zx turbo)? is it possible to make a 3.1 liter turbo? sorry if this is a stupid question....

Last reply by ZmeFly, September 3, 2002
What makes a Mustang sound so distinctive? 1 2

September 1, 2002 by Zvoiture
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Not knowing too much abour Ford powerplants, I have always wondered about this. You can hear a 'stang coming a mile away. The motor sounds unlike anything else. It doesn't matter if they have Flowmasters or Dynomax or anything else, they just sound different (although the aformentioned really accentuate them). I'm talking about the Fox mustang and onwards (early 80's or so)....Is it the intake? Lately I have heard a few really late model F-body's that sound somewhat like the mustang. Close, but not exactly. steve77

Last reply by smg1404, September 3, 2002
i have a question i need answered 1 2

August 30, 2002 by ZmeFly
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and i need facts and something to back it up with ie something to site. ok here is the scenario 78 280Z stock trim. 90+ 300ZX stock trim both running in optimal condition. both cars are n/a cars what would it take for the 280Z to beat the 300ZX how much hp and what would have to have been done to make this happen. oh btw the 280Z is using SU carbs.

Last reply by smg1404, September 2, 2002
Just got it How does it rate

September 1, 2002 by Dougherty2
7 replies

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Just got it for 100. bucks 1981 280 ZX turbo . had to do minor work to it sunk about 300. in to it. runs grate and drives smooth. how do the 280ZXturbo rate? zx1bmp.bmp

Last reply by smg1404, September 2, 2002
Any Interest in a Inland Northwest Forum/Club ?

August 31, 2002 by spudz
5 replies

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Hey, I have had several people ask about any Z Clubs in the Inland Northwest. The only clubs I know about are over on the coast. Anyone interested in starting a forum on here for us Inlanders ? Mainly Idaho , Montana, Eastern Washington , Utah and parts of Oregon. Lots of events in these areas for us to attend and pass on the information. Let me know your thoughts on this one. I am up in Coeur d' Alene ,Idaho and will be autocrossing and hillclimbing all over the inland Northwest next year.

Last reply by spudz, September 2, 2002
L20 Block...N70 Head What the ???

August 30, 2002 by justaZcarguy
7 replies

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Ok, pardon my Stoopidness :stupid: Just decided to check the numbers on the block and head (due to Beandips' question on it....) and yes, I never have lookied into the number, which is what I usually do first, go figure... SO, have been told that Nissan made a "racing" motor that was an L20 and also the Fairlady had the same engine block in it as well (according to the tech guys at Beaverton Nissan). So it's over to you guys, the true professionals. L20 Block and N70 head.... Has great power but the carbs suk. (Flat tops) Help! Need info. (now I really need to put those round tops on....) Thanks all, have a safe weekend! Brian.

Last reply by HS30-H, September 1, 2002