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As some of you know, I got a free '81 280ZX 2+2 GL, fully loaded with all options, runs like a dream, just needs some (read: alot) of rust fixing. I'm going to turn it into a driftmobile, because it's light, stiff, and it's got a certain cool factor to it. Current mods are as follows
Engine:
280Z Exhaust Manifold (I don't know why...)
Full Mandrel Bent Exhaust
265cc (turbo) Injectors
It's my understanding that it's got a cam, though this remains to be seen
Suspension:
KYB Gas-A-Just Struts/Shocks
Unknown Brand Springs (Most likely MSA)
MSA or Addco Upgraded Swaybars
Gold/Silver 14x6 Indented 6 Spokes
195/70's out back, 185/60's up front
Future Mods:
Ram air intake
Need to adjust the ignition timing and fuel for max power
Possibly need to adjust cam timing
Metric Butt-Tons of chassis reinforcing
Imperial Butt-Tons of rust fixing
Nismo, Kaaz, or Cusco LSD (If it doesn't already have one...)
And here's pics of the major rust damage...
Notice the floorboard (or lack thereof) - Too much nitrous, I think. I'm surprised the welds on the intake are still in place. I discovered these areas after I went outside with my "rust finder" (Big flathead screwdriver). Rusted spots include, but may not be limited to - Around the gas filler cap, front strut towers, rear strut towers, rear quarter panels, doors, door sill panels, below rear quarter windows, around the rear license plate area, under the rear bumper, and below the front bumper. Most of those areas are extremely small, less than 1" spots, some are larger (rear fenders most notable).
I probably knocked off 10lbs of rust, at least. Next step will be to get all the jagged parts shaved down and get some rust-fixing primer on it.
