260z upgrades ?

[mike260z]

hey guys, im restoring my 74 260z but i want to do some small upgrades on it

here is my project:

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3830114

as you see, i bought s12 calipers, bushing kit, header, catback and springs, but im out of ideas.

so the question is:

what other small upgrades can i do?

forget about webbers cause i dont have that kind of money

thanks

[Z Tyler Z]

Bigger sway bars, better struts, more aggressive cam, multi-spark ignition, 280zx dizzy, 280zx alternator, Zs-ondabrains parking and headlight harnesses.

Idk just some ideas.

[Zs-ondabrain]

Except The only things I make for the 260Z is the Parking light upgrade harness and the LED taillight and front marker light conversions.

You can also look at MY 260Z build on cardomain as well......

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3195135 It's #4 out of 170 260Z's

[mike260z]

Bigger sway bars, better struts, more aggressive cam, multi-spark ignition, 280zx dizzy, 280zx alternator, Zs-ondabrains parking and headlight harnesses.

Idk just some ideas.

what is the 280zx dizzy and Zs-ondabrains ?

[Zs-ondabrain]

A 280ZX Dizzy (Distributor) Electronic. Great upgrade.

And I am a Zs-ondabrain.

[mike260z]

ha ha ha my bad

thanks

[mike260z]

hii, im about to buy theese things:

1.- clutch kit

2.- water pump

3.- oil pump

4.- mechanic fuel pump

5.- engine mounts

6.- trannsmision mount

what brands, stores, webs, do you recommend me?

thanks!

[olzed]

Iv'e used Motorsport Auto for a while. Most what you need,and very prompt.

Edited June 15, 2010 by olzed

[oldhemi]

Rockauto.com has been veddy, veddy good to me for my 2 1996 Dodge truck suspension parts. They offer multiple brands and prices. Fast and reasonable shipping. Be sure to check the shipping locations on a group parts order. If they come from multiple locations, it will increase the shipping costs dramatically. Sometimes another brand will be in a different location that matches your other parts.

I have read that some folks here have had some issues with some parts. Notably suspension - ball joints and the like.

I have found that MSA will sell the same parts for mo' money. Pays to do some research like you are doing. Check your local parts stores also for the stuff that I see that you listed. Engine and tranny mounts might be a MSA or dealer part - I dunno.

Black dragon also has some stuff that others might not. They have brand new early 260Z front bumpers for $149+shipping.

I gotta ask, Why the oil pump? If you have to change it, I believe that I read that there is a better alternative - 280zx turbo??? Do a search here or more likely over at hybridz for this upgrade.

Welcome to the red-headed stepchild 260Z club!

[mike260z]

thanks oldhemi

i found a pair of DEA motor mounts on ebay, does anyone knows if its a quality brand?

[mike260z]

ok i just bought fuel/water/oil pumps and engine gaskets

now i want to buy a new clutch kit

[MEZZZ]

Rims/tires, stainless steel brake lines to go with your new s12 calipers. Maybe a brake booster from a 280zx as well. Interior, if you dont mind a little extra weight, Dynamat or its equivalent. Carpet kit, new seat foam, and upholstery. LED lights for the guages and dome light, Dave's 3rd brake light.

Oh and while you are at it, the R/T style mount for the diff if you are tearing out the rear to do bushings.

I have done all this (or at least bought it) and more.

The one thing left on my wish list is a 5 spd. swap (another idea for you)