🚗The owner has owned the 1996 Nissan 300ZX for about a year.
🔧The owner not only worked on the 300ZX but also repaired a 240SX and a Nissan Gloria.
✨The owner showcases the step-by-step process of transforming the 300ZX.
⚙️The owner considers putting a Ka turbo engine in the 300ZX as an interesting option.
🔩The owner tested compression and inspected the condition of a junkyard engine before purchasing.
How long has the owner owned the 1996 Nissan 300ZX?
—The owner has owned the car for about a year now.
What other cars did the owner repair?
—The owner repaired a 240SX and a Nissan Gloria.
What engine option is the owner considering for the 300ZX?
—The owner is considering putting a Ka turbo engine in the 300ZX.
What did the owner do before purchasing a junkyard engine?
—The owner tested compression and inspected the engine's condition.
What cars did the owner also own?
—The owner also owned Integras and an S13.
00:00Introduction to the owner's 1996 Nissan 300ZX.
01:09Discussion about the aesthetics of the car.
01:20Review of some repair work done on the car.
02:04Insight into the owner's history with Z cars.
03:10Consideration of engine options for the 300ZX.
04:04Delving into the process of finding a junkyard engine.
05:15Testing the compression and inspecting the engine.
06:01Transporting the engine to the owner's location.
07:19Arrival of the engine and first test fit in the car.
08:24Starting the transformation of the 300ZX's engine.
09:19Taking apart the interior for further work.
11:13Measuring and modifying the subframe for the engine.
12:58Moving the engine and transmission to the Z.
15:48Preparing the flywheel and clutch for installation.
16:42Clearing space in the transmission for the starter.
19:14Testing the fit of the starter on the transmission.
20:05Grinding clearance for the starter on the transmission.
20:59Lowering the engine and transmission into the car.
22:29Modifying the engine mounts for the KA engine.
24:26Obtaining the correct mounts for the KA engine.
25:12Preparing the engine mounts for welding and installation.
26:41Welding the modified engine mounts into place.
28:00Final installation of the engine and transmission.
30:00Taking the car for a test drive.
32:16Moving the engine hoist and engine to a new location.
33:40Preparing the engine for installation.
34:57Welding a modified EGR port on the engine.
37:15Obtaining engine brackets and inspecting the mounts.
39:12Modifying the engine mounts to fit the KA engine.
43:00Finalizing the engine and mounts for installation.
45:20Lowering the engine and transmission into place.
47:06Completing the installation of the engine and transmission.
