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spseliza
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hey all, name's eliza, I'm new to nicoforums and thought I'd introduce myself a little.
just started a build (1990 240sx)-- not sure how you guys are on build threads so if you want details or pictures let me know. if not, that's cool too.
I work at SPS Autosport in Tucson, AZ, so I'm always available to talk about getting parts or work done if you're interested!

how's everyone? :biggrin:

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Welcome to NIco. Greg and Becky are from Arizona as well...Im sure theyll be here soon. POST PICTURES! :dblthumb:
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Welcome to NICO!
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spseliza
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Xdisaster240sX wrote:Welcome to NIco. Greg and Becky are from Arizona as well...Im sure theyll be here soon. POST PICTURES! :dblthumb:
keep in mind the build is in its VERY beginning stages!!

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pre-steering column installation. most likely going KA :dblthumb:
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Welcome to NICO!
We love build threads here.

Also.... what's up with that Z next to the 240? :naughty:
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spseliza
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PapaSmurf2k3 wrote:Welcome to NICO!
We love build threads here.

Also.... what's up with that Z next to the 240? :naughty:
if I recall, we had to rebuild the motor in it... sexy as heck car but that engine bay is a nightmare :bs:
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Welcome! :mike
spseliza wrote:
if I recall, we had to rebuild the motor in it... sexy as heck car but that engine bay is a nightmare :bs:
Right? They couldn't have added like, an extra inch or so to get in there with that VG but nooooo, they cram it in there so only little people can get their hands in there.
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spseliza
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MaximA32 wrote:
Right? They couldn't have added like, an extra inch or so to get in there with that VG but nooooo, they cram it in there so only little people can get their hands in there.
I think that's why I got hired at the shop I'm at currently; if you take out the radiator and fans in a 300zx, I can sit my happy a** in there and work on the motor :crazy:
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spseliza wrote: I think that's why I got hired at the shop I'm at currently; if you take out the radiator and fans in a 300zx, I can sit my happy a** in there and work on the motor :crazy:
Ha! I used to do something similar when I would have to do plugs and intake work on Ford Triton V8s.
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Hi and welcome to NICO :wavey:

spseliza wrote: not sure how you guys are on build threads so if you want details or pictures let me know.
how's everyone? :biggrin:
We do build threads here.

s-chassis-build-thread-list-t441933.html
Lots of them. Be sure to join in.

Gord
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Awesome for the build and awesome for going KA. Welcome.
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MaximA32 wrote:
spseliza wrote: I think that's why I got hired at the shop I'm at currently; if you take out the radiator and fans in a 300zx, I can sit my happy a** in there and work on the motor :crazy:
Ha! I used to do something similar when I would have to do plugs and intake work on Ford Triton V8s.
By something similar, he means he removed the whole motor (not just the radiator and fans), and then sat in front of it on the floor.
amirite?
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Welcome.
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Ozzie wrote: By something similar, he means he removed the whole motor (not just the radiator and fans), and then sat in front of it on the floor.
amirite?
Also yes.
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spseliza wrote: I think that's why I got hired at the shop I'm at currently; if you take out the radiator and fans in a 300zx, I can sit my happy a** in there and work on the motor :crazy:
Yeah, we're gonna need pics of that too.
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MaximA32 wrote:
spseliza wrote: I think that's why I got hired at the shop I'm at currently; if you take out the radiator and fans in a 300zx, I can sit my happy a** in there and work on the motor :crazy:
Ha! I used to do something similar when I would have to do plugs and intake work on Ford Triton V8s.
Kenny, your a$$ wouldn't fit in a F150 engine bay if the motor was OUT.

:poke:

Welcome aboard, fellow desert-dweller! :dblthumb:
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Welcome to NICO. Build pics a must! Working on a Z32 isn't so bad for me. I happen to be built like a gorilla, so I have these wimpy looking, long, skinny arms that can snake into just about anywhere in there, LMAO!
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spseliza wrote: if I recall, we had to rebuild the motor in it... sexy as heck car but that engine bay is a nightmare :bs:
Welcome to NICO! We do love build threads and pictures. :)

Also yes the Z can be tricky but you just gotta love her though.
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Welcome to NICO! We love build threads here! Make one in 240 gen chat when you decide to make one.
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Welcome to NICO! :wavey: Lots and lots of build threads here. When you make yours, put a link to it in your signature. I'll definitely subscribe to it.

Here's some inspiration for you. Probably one of the world's most badass KA powered 240sx

http://www.nicoclub.com/archives/nico-p ... art-1.html
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