RB26 Dynosaur Performance Build Journal

[RB26]

I have posted some pictures and information in my new member thread, but figured it would be better to start a more specific thread to update the build process. So far, Ross has been an awesome guy to deal with and has been more than helpful with everything. The car has been down since December of 2009 so it's safe to say I can't wait to get this thing back on the road! They will be tuning one map for 93 pump gas and another for e85 . Hopefully I will have more information soon!

Some Details...
1998 RB26DETT 240SX
Weight: 2950 lb. (w/o driver)
Redline: 9000 RPM
Motor: R32 RB26DETT w/ Nismo Crank.
Transmission: RB25
Cams: Tomei Poncams 260/260 Duration 9.15 Lift w/ Adjustable Cam Gears, Ferrea Oversize Valves, Springs, Retainers, Locks, and Locators
Pistons: JE 86.5 w/ Hi Performance Upgraded Rings, coated by Calico Coatings
Turbo Setup: Precision 6765
Wastegate: Tial 60mm
Intake: Custom
LSD: Cusco RS 1.5 way LSD
Rods: Eagle Rods w/ ARP Rod Bolts
Injectors: 1600cc Deatschwerks w/ Greddy 11.0 mm fuel rail
Oil Pump: Tomei
Water Pump: Nismo
Timing Belt: Greddy
Headgasket: Tomei 1.2mm
Headstuds: ARP
Main Studs: ARP
Bearings: Calico
Damper: ATI Super Damper (600-1000 HP Model)
Downpipe: Custom
Mount Kit: McKinney Motor and Transmission Mounts, Custom Driveshaft
Strut Bar: Cusco 40D 40mm Aluminum Strut Bar
Gauges: Autometer Cobalt Series (Boost, Water Temp, Oil Pressure, EGT, Trans Temp, Air/Fuel, 5" Tachometer)
Exhaust: Custom one piece 4"
Cooling fans: Permacool (2) 12" High Perf. Electric Pull Fans, 3000 CFM
Intercooler: XS Engineering 24x12x3 core with 3� piping
Blow off Valve: Apexi Racing Max Power
Fuel system: Aeromotive FPR, Walbro 255/lph Intank Fuel Pumps x2, -8 feed line, -6 return line
Engine Management: AEM with 3.5 Bar Map Sensor and AEM Wideband Sensor
Boost Control: Apexi AVC-R
Suspension: Apexi N1 V-Spec Drag Coilovers, Battle Version Rear Upper Control Arms, Rear Toe Links, Rear Traction Links, Front Tension Rods
Axles: Mazworx Drag Axles
Brakes: Underground 300ZX Calipers/ Supra TT Rotors Brake Upgrade (Front)
Stillen Supra TT Rotors (Front), Stillen 300ZX TT Rotors (Rear)
Stillen 300ZX Racing Brake Pads (Front and Rear)
PDM Racing Conversion Brake Lines (Front and Rear)
Tires: Mickey Thompson ET Streets
Paint: House of Kolor PBC-36 TruBlue Pearl
Aero Kit: Cwings Carbon Fiber Body, OEM S15 Headlights/ Inner Cirlce S15 Front End Conversion (hood and rear bumper to be painted blue to match the car)

Now some pictures of the good stuff...

[scotty-2-forty]

Following for sure! Good luck with everything.

[chaos2000]

Nice parts list you got there.

[RB26]

Thanks guys. I got my tach re calibrated at LS Auto to read a 6cyl pulse cycle. Before the rpms read twice as high as they should have been. Who knows how high this thing was spun in the past!

[RB26]

Any racing seat suggestions? I'm really considering some Sparco Pro 2000's in blue. The factory seats are in there right now and have been recovered by Katzkin, but they are just not supportive enough. Any other alternatives around that price range or cheaper that someone can think of?

[RB26]

Okay so I'm probably holding off on seats at the moment....Good news is Ross called me the other day and the machine work on the block is done. They picked up the motor and will begin assembly after the Texas 2k meet. Can't wait!

[breadbox]

texas 2k sounds fun.

[simmode1]

Brakes: Underground 300ZX Calipers/ Supra TT Rotors Brake Upgrade (Front)

Never heard of this. Can I get some info on this? I googled & found nothing except your posts on different forums about these Underground 300zx calipers...

[RB26]

Underground was the shop that originally built this car some years ago, so it was sort of a fabrication of their own. But, the brakes came off of a 300zx...that's basically it haha

[RB26]

New question...Volk TE37 or CE28ns? I like both! Considering 17s or 18s but am inclined to go with the smaller wheel. 17x9 in front and 17x10 in rear. Thoughts??

[gijoe392003]

I was always partial to the CE28ns. Will never be able to afford them myself, but I think they would look badazz on your s14.

[RB26]

yea I really like them as well. I think ultimately it will come down to pricing. I've contacted a few vendors from some other forums and for the te37s, 18x9 and 18x10, they could do $3280 shipped. Not a bad price with shipping. I'm waiting on the CE28n quote now.

[Speckid4]

I would go 18's, but I guess it all depends what your going to do with the car. If your gunna drive it hard and tear it up, going through all those 18inch tires adds up $$$. I like TE37's. What is up with the underground thing? They just threw their name in front of 300zx brakes? Plagiarism much? Goodluck with the build

[RB26]

Yea I'm just trying to figure out what is best for it now. It's only going to be driven on the weekends and sunny days, but when it is driven it will be put to good use

[RB26]

Front bumper is getting fixed and painted this week. Coming along!

[simmode1]

Underground was the shop that originally built this car some years ago, so it was sort of a fabrication of their own. But, the brakes came off of a 300zx...that's basically it haha

Oh... Just wondering. Thanks!

New question...Volk TE37 or CE28ns? I like both! Considering 17s or 18s but am inclined to go with the smaller wheel. 17x9 in front and 17x10 in rear. Thoughts??

TE37's are sooooo played out! Get the CE28N's in 18x10+18 with hella sticky 255/35/18's all around...

[RB26]

I do like the CE 28Ns!

[RB26]

Here are some pics of the bumper freshly painted...had to fix some damage that the shipping company caused last year!

[badbob2121]

^ no pics........no links

[RB26]

I can see the pictures fine...you cant see them?

[badbob2121]

nope... just 3 little image icons.. no pics

[RB26]

strange I have no clue...I'm looking at all 3 just fine.

[RB26]

anybody else having trouble viewing the pictures?

[gijoe392003]

I know I can't see them.

[RB26]

[elchoccolatte]

[RB26]

the new oil pan arrived and the motor could be in the car as soon as next week...almost there!

[Lobo240sx]

Schweeet. /Cartman

[RB26]

Getting back to my wheel dilemma, I am kind of liking the Advan RS. Cheaper than the ce28n and the same look. I want to go with 18x9 and 18x10's but since the car is in Texas I can't take any measurements... I'm not sure what kind of clearance issues I will have and how the offset will effect it. The car is on Apexi N1 coilovers. I've been searching all over here and various forums and I know that the wheel sizes won't be the issue, but definitely picking the right offset and tire size will be.

[RB26]

Motor is ready and will be going in the car tomorrow!