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pokey_
05-28-2012, 08:14 PM
Well this is my goal a VH45de powered AWD 97 240sx. Started off as a base model and I did a 5-lug/300z front brake conversion. Pulled the engine to put into my son's 91 240sx se that he is learning to drive (pretty cool first car to me). Well enough talk here are some pictures.

At this angle it looks impossible.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120526_073920.png

At this point it seemed impossible.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120527_190239.png

Here it is as far as I can get it without cutting things!

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120528_171818.png

Here is the shot of the skyline transfer case I have to make room for. All cutting will be forward of the seat rails so I am excited.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120528_171832.png

Here is a shot of the kinda built VH45 that will be going in permanently.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120524_212632.png

I look forward to all of your comments and hopefully HELP. I am new to the 240 world and decided to go all in. :(

I swapped bell housings so I have 300z tranny with rb bellhousing available...

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120519_130518.png

z32boy
05-29-2012, 11:16 PM
Gonna be sick when finished!! Subscribed!

Cima
05-29-2012, 11:19 PM
def gonna subscribe to this

future
05-29-2012, 11:20 PM
Finish this. And this will be my favorite build on zilvia

Memberofthe600hpkaclub
05-29-2012, 11:28 PM
Suppose your running gtr or g35x front suspension/subframe...not easy but can be done...prob have you o change the entire strut tower...gl with everything to build be ready to spend $$$$$$

angel mkiv
05-30-2012, 01:43 AM
omg please finish this!!!epic first post also btw!

Banana_Cute
05-30-2012, 02:09 AM
Wouldnt you need the whole front knuckle from an skyline?

Finish this. This is gonna be a dope build!

pokey_
05-30-2012, 05:22 AM
Suppose your running gtr or g35x front suspension/subframe...not easy but can be done...prob have you o change the entire strut tower...gl with everything to build be ready to spend $$$$$$

My hope is Maxima Knuckles, same suspension setup as 240 with everything you need for the fwd portion... So far the difference is the steering arm location. I will get them bolted on soon and take some more pictures. That and pulling the interior for the floor pan mods.

Memberofthe600hpkaclub
05-30-2012, 05:48 AM
S13 GTR AWD S13 Coupe Swap. - 240sxONE Forums (http://forums.240sxone.com/showthread.php?t=3633) most useful info there also links to the atessa system as well

onehundredoctane
05-30-2012, 06:38 AM
I've been kicking this idea around for a future project for a while now. Very cool to see someone actually tackling it! Good luck!

Do you already have a Skyline front sub-frame to house all the fwd bits?

pokey_
05-30-2012, 06:55 AM
S13 GTR AWD S13 Coupe Swap. - 240sxONE Forums (http://forums.240sxone.com/showthread.php?t=3633) most useful info there also links to the atessa system as well

Thanks a lot of good info. Wish the pictures were still there. Yes my plan on the attessa is to use a carpc with inertia sensors to PWM the hicas pump gving me 50/50 split during takeoff and dialing it back in the turns. It will take a lot of seat time to get the percentages right and I can always have an on/off switch to make it just work at first.

pokey_
05-30-2012, 06:57 AM
I've been kicking this idea around for a future project for a while now. Very cool to see someone actually tackling it! Good luck!

Do you already have a Skyline front sub-frame to house all the fwd bits?

No I don't have the front subframe yet. Trying to locate one that I can afford is difficult. PLEASE HELP! :cool:

Memberofthe600hpkaclub
05-30-2012, 01:42 PM
Make sure you use a r33

pokey_
05-30-2012, 03:04 PM
Trying to put up a thread in the Wanting to Buy section but got rejected. Anyone know where I can get an r33 Crossmember at? Tried ZeroLift, Rawbrokerage, and a couple others. I would think that they would be a dime a dozen with no one attempting AWD conversions.....

C. Anderson
05-30-2012, 08:18 PM
Try Import Performance Shop. They are advertisers on here. Calling them is the best way.
#/f/advertiser-announcements-feedback/405221-ips-introduction-mid-south-jdm-importer.html

SLiDe_WaYz
05-30-2012, 08:23 PM
Robert...... Wtf took u so long to join this site I told you to join like a year ago. If you can't find what your looking for on a s chassis on this forum then your just sol.

h2v7
05-30-2012, 08:54 PM
HOW will you make it awd siiiiiiick

onehundredoctane
05-30-2012, 09:23 PM
I have one, but not for sale :(the sorry bud

pokey_
05-30-2012, 09:28 PM
Robert...... Wtf took u so long to join this site I told you to join like a year ago. If you can't find what your looking for on a s chassis on this forum then your just sol.

I have been trolling for a long time. I didn't want to jump the gun with posting this build up until I was about 90% sure I could get it started and actually done. :dead:

pokey_
05-30-2012, 09:32 PM
I have one, but not for sale :(the sorry bud

Oh man don't be a tease! I have lived with one of those for 17 years :cry:

pokey_
05-30-2012, 09:33 PM
Oh also for the transmission I upgraded to a 370z clutch fork. Way tougher than factory 300z or GTR.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120519_135754.png

onehundredoctane
05-30-2012, 09:53 PM
Wonder if that would work in an SR trans? Very cool find!

vw203
06-02-2012, 07:51 AM
very cool build.

Pinggg
06-02-2012, 08:29 AM
Wonder if that would work in an SR trans? Very cool find!

Yeah me too! That would be a cool little upgrade.

soreballz
06-02-2012, 02:21 PM
A Nissan V8 and AWD? Wayyyy rad. I really hope you finish it!

anthonygrud
06-02-2012, 05:48 PM
Mother of God.

Pstl_pete
06-02-2012, 09:17 PM
Talk to Full Race, they built an AWD powered RB S14 so it's definitely doable just going to take some serious engineering. Good luck!

tqstarburst
06-02-2012, 10:58 PM
Now this is unique. Keep us updated!

webgeek
06-02-2012, 11:04 PM
WOW! Keep the updates coming! Would be awesome to do this to my 240sx!!!

Endurance Motorsports
06-03-2012, 12:34 PM
Talk to Full Race, they built an AWD powered RB S14 so it's definitely doable just going to take some serious engineering. Good luck!

Geoff actually offers that as a kit. It's a nice setup!

josephin510
06-03-2012, 01:32 PM
Nice really really nice.

onehundredoctane
06-03-2012, 03:45 PM
I would say clip the shock towers out of R32 or 33 and weld them in place of the S14 shock towers. At least then you won't have to have custom coil overs etc. You can't deny the badassness of seeing axles in the front of an S chassis :)
http://image.modified.com/f/car-news/full-race-motorsports-r14/1019607+w700+cr1+re0+ar1/nissan-240sx-awd-system.jpg

TinMan09
06-04-2012, 04:33 PM
subscribing. :)

pokey_
06-04-2012, 07:45 PM
Geoff actually offers that as a kit. It's a nice setup!

I did talk to them and they never actually made a kit. Well not one they will sell to you but they will install it for you. That is why I went forward with my ideas.

AND V8!

pokey_
06-04-2012, 07:50 PM
I would say clip the shock towers out of R32 or 33 and weld them in place of the S14 shock towers. At least then you won't have to have custom coil overs etc. You can't deny the badassness of seeing axles in the front of an S chassis :)


Don't need custom coilovers as the Maxima's mount up exactly the same. Finished my 300z lsd swap into my 92 240, and manual seat belt conversion and tomorrow night I am working on its dash....

Night after that I will pull the 240 front knuckles and mount the Maxima's to give everyone an idea of what I am going for. If the spindle count is the same then I am GOOD TO GO! Any one know the counts????? :x:

Working on getting a R33 crossmember now.......

bb4_96
06-04-2012, 07:52 PM
A g35x uses similar coilover setup to 240sx

pokey_
06-04-2012, 08:03 PM
A g35x uses similar coilover setup to 240sx

I didn't realize that! Now that is another great option. Thanks for the info I will start researching those now as well.

Imarvin240
06-05-2012, 07:27 PM
full-race has a complete AWD kit for the S14. not sure on the price, you have to call. figured its another option for you, though.

redhatchy92
06-05-2012, 07:36 PM
damn thats awesome vh and awd GLWB

onehundredoctane
06-05-2012, 07:48 PM
full-race has a complete AWD kit for the S14. not sure on the price, you have to call. figured its another option for you, though.
Oh you mean this. . .

http://www.full-race.com/store/images/full/r14-conversion-kit-skyline-gtr-rb26-awd-240sx-swap-0.jpg

?

Def be the easiest route, but when a company doesn't list pricing it scares me lol

pokey_
06-06-2012, 08:32 PM
Oh you mean this. . .

?

Def be the easiest route, but when a company doesn't list pricing it scares me lol

I hadn't seen that. Called them again. $5k. Asked if they would break the kit up as I am not doing the skyline suspension bits. He said he would ask and get back to me. My R33 xmember fell through it was for a 2wd ;-(

sterlinge
06-07-2012, 10:27 PM
I dont see your front diff in any pics..how are you going to mount it to the engine?

hotlavaflow
06-07-2012, 11:03 PM
Subscribed...

onehundredoctane
06-08-2012, 08:25 AM
I dont see your front diff in any pics..how are you going to mount it to the engine?

I would venture to guess that this will be achieved the same way it is in the GT-R's, incorporating it into the oil pan somehow.

Te37
06-08-2012, 09:48 AM
Subscribed! i only remember only ever seeing one other s14 awd...it had an rb26 or something

Minz
06-08-2012, 08:24 PM
Here's (http://www.vipstylecars.com/forums/showthread.php?22030-Nissan-S14-Neo-AWD-Project/) a S14 AWD with a RB25DETT Neo. I think this is what you're referring to Te37.

future
06-08-2012, 08:53 PM
At first i was really happy for this thread, something different then the normal st swap.

But the i realized you just started this build, something like this should not be posted till its almost done. I feel like your getting ahead of yourself, but i hope you prove me wrong and finish this!

S14TEENZ
06-08-2012, 08:57 PM
Insane......

viksz33
06-08-2012, 09:06 PM
Cant wait to the see this finished!

Blackzenki82
06-08-2012, 09:13 PM
have you ever owned a GTR or a GTS4 to understand exactly how the AWD works?

How are you going to run the front diff, and axles? The RB26 and GTS4 RB20 had cast aluminum pans, but for a inline 6... The VH was never offered in AWD...


Leaves me scratching my head as to how you're going to run the front driveshaft to a diff, through the pan, and into the front half shafts...

That's not even counting getting the ATESSA-ETS to work properly, that's a whole 'nother animal, as GTR's and GTS4's are in a sense, 2wd, and the ATESSA-ETS computer controls front wheel bias based on G load/slip. HKS Kansai made a AWD controller, but when left on max, the weak front diff would grenade.

If you somehow graft the 26/GTS4 oil pan, and need a touger diff, don't pay out the ass for a skyline diff, the LSD's used in the Honda H22 drop right in, and can be had for around $400.

SLiDe_WaYz
06-08-2012, 10:57 PM
Don't doubt this man, he may try to come off as "not knowing what he is doing" and lost. But in reality he knows. He has a AWD Durango with a Viper V10 in it that is supercharged with full Viper interior as in 4 seats 2 in front, 2 in back.

I'm pulling for ya bro, I think you can have this finished by the end of the year, if you stop spending money on the SR coupe you bought from me. Haha.

Blackzenki82
06-08-2012, 11:12 PM
Not doubting him, but grafting a inline 6's computer controlled AWD system on to a V8 that was never offered in AWD, will be difficult, but retarded awesome in the end none the less.

Mirage
06-10-2012, 07:55 AM
The VH was never offered in AWD...

Never?

http://img256.imageshack.us/img256/5010/vh41awd.jpg

Blackzenki82
06-10-2012, 11:43 AM
Cima?


well, lets get this rolling then.

budlite
06-10-2012, 12:40 PM
^^checkmate

Blackzenki82
06-10-2012, 01:47 PM
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v169/C-Zero/FMS13/ETSATTESSAsytem.gif

ReaperBJJ
06-11-2012, 05:03 PM
I can't wait till you make some more progress on this build, what generation maxima do you plan on getting knuckles from? Do the hubs have the same spline count as the skyline half shafts?

Cima
06-12-2012, 01:28 AM
im totally digging this, but will def take some inginuity and alot of wireing lol

stilmissmysti
06-12-2012, 03:00 AM
subscribed!!!!

pokey_
06-12-2012, 10:08 PM
I agree I might have jumped the gun on posting this build but having multiple opinions/ideas may shed new light on issues I have ran into or not thought of. Things will start moving a lot quicker once I get the 92 sr20 car reliable so my son can start learning to drive the 91 hatch. Got laid off from one of my three jobs so I have more time but less money. :-(

I have 94 maxima spindles. Being the pair cost $46 it is a low cost alternative and cheap for testing. Spindle count will determine if I go custom. I had GTR axles on their way but ??????

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120611_183436.png

I haven't located a GTR crossmember yet so currently the s14 one is holding the v-8 up as I measure clearances and decide what I will be cutting and moving. Once I have all these numbers I will pull the v8 out and start the front diff modification. Below is my current tight spot. If I could move this back just a little more then the body mounts for the tranny crossmember will not have to be cut and the shifter will line up almost perfectly to the stock location. I have started pulling the interior but life and sr20's have happened.:cry:

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120611_183517.png

At first I was planning on modifying the GTR oilpan to replace the VH45's then looking at how shallow the factory VH pan is I am leaning more towards chopping up the GTR pan and leaving the VH pan in place. The RB pan rails are wider than the VH45's so it can fit around it. I do have to "thread the needle" as the front output shaft has to go between the starter and the slave cylinder. That ultimately decides where the front diff will be located.

Controlling the AWD. My current plan is to use a HICAS pump to provide the 300psi to engage the power split. Then using a car PC and intertia sensors vary the split. Most basic can be a simple on/off switch.

onehundredoctane
06-13-2012, 07:05 AM
Sounds like you have the majority of it figured out! Good find on those front hubs too, GTR front axles might not work, BUT at least you have a cheaper alternative to GTR hubs and front suspension. That multi-link front suspension is crap, idk why Nissan decided to use it on everything, Z32, Q45, GTR, etc, IT'S CRAP!

I have a GTS-4 axle laying around at one time. . . I'm 99% sure it's missing the inner part that would bolt to the front diff flange tho, but maybe that would at least give you a direction to go with the front axles? Just trying to help. I can't wait to see videos of this thing when it's on the ground and driveable!

dat925stunna
06-15-2012, 12:22 PM
damn you have huge balls to take this on

dawagarage
06-16-2012, 12:08 AM
Oh also for the transmission I upgraded to a 370z clutch fork. Way tougher than factory 300z or GTR.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120519_135754.png

you upgraded the pivot ball too, right?

bb4_96
06-18-2012, 06:39 PM
the jdm stuff is going to be pricier just for the sake of being pricier. G35x and M35x both use a seperable atessa transfer case from the auto trans. Use g35x transfer case on vq manual trans with x front diff and axles. swap x front hubs onto your altima spindles and your spline count is golden. as far as oil pan is concerned, pull g35x pan, take measurements and have a halfway decent fab shop replicate the axle tunnel.

done and done.

the g/m35x stuff is coming down since it isn't 2005 anymore.

pokey_
06-20-2012, 05:40 PM
you upgraded the pivot ball too, right?

Yes I did upgrade the pivot ball too, ;-)

pokey_
06-20-2012, 05:42 PM
Sorry about the lack of posts lately. The s13 needed new brake lines, then I found out that the threads were stripped on one of the rear 300z calipers. Have several project cars and it spreads me thin time from time.

Slims
06-20-2012, 06:35 PM
wow and i though i had high goals in the works, this shit is on another level. cant wait to see some more progress on this. keep it rollin!

dawagarage
06-21-2012, 12:53 AM
Yes I did upgrade the pivot ball too, ;-)

jus backin you up, my bro :)
the pivot ball you got is shorter than the original, yes?

pokey_
06-24-2012, 06:52 PM
Well life has been throwing me curve balls lately so haven't had much time to play. Fuel pump went out in the yellow boomerang (92 SR20DET). Me and my son put a little time in the Louisiana 100F 50-70% humidity to get the dash out. Have to pull the rest so we can start cutting, and cleaning and welding and painting....

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120624_190035.png

pokey_
06-24-2012, 06:56 PM
jus backin you up, my bro :)
the pivot ball you got is shorter than the original, yes?

Yes but barely, at first you think this is a waste of time until you hold them side by side.....

dawagarage
06-24-2012, 11:54 PM
ive heard only good things from the z32 community about fork upgrade, which lead me to buy the kit from z1 http://www.z1motorsports.com/imagemagic.php?img=images/Z33SolidCastIronClutchReleaseForkKit.jpg&w=800&h=600&page=popup
havent had the change to install it yet, because i have to drop the tranny, booooo.

but when i was first in the market, i was confused about the 2 different chromoly balls available. the longer one is a direct swap for the stock ball (to be used with the stock fork,) and the shorter ball is to be used for the solid fork.

pokey_
06-27-2012, 08:07 PM
ive heard only good things from the z32 community about fork upgrade, which lead me to buy the kit from z1
havent had the change to install it yet, because i have to drop the tranny, booooo.

but when i was first in the market, i was confused about the 2 different chromoly balls available. the longer one is a direct swap for the stock ball (to be used with the stock fork,) and the shorter ball is to be used for the solid fork.

That is what I got at the same time I did their Z1 TT Clutch & Flywheel Combo. They said it is easily streetable and can hold 600ftlbs of TQ. It can what I can afford for now. :hs:

NismoPlsr
06-28-2012, 04:39 AM
Thanks for the lead on the clutch fork upgrade, I'll be using it on my RB25. I got my kit through Zspeed though because they have a chromoly pivot ball included.

Good luck on this build, I'll be watching.

Motary
06-28-2012, 06:21 AM
Sounds like you have the majority of it figured out! Good find on those front hubs too, GTR front axles might not work, BUT at least you have a cheaper alternative to GTR hubs and front suspension. That multi-link front suspension is crap, idk why Nissan decided to use it on everything, Z32, Q45, GTR, etc, IT'S CRAP!

I have a GTS-4 axle laying around at one time. . . I'm 99% sure it's missing the inner part that would bolt to the front diff flange tho, but maybe that would at least give you a direction to go with the front axles? Just trying to help. I can't wait to see videos of this thing when it's on the ground and driveable!

Why is that suspension crap and please don't copy-paste from MotoIQ

On thread: This project sounds bigtime, I hope it will be worth it :p

ACHTUNG
06-28-2012, 10:13 AM
This is going to be awesome

dawagarage
06-28-2012, 04:52 PM
^ Ja Wohl!

pokey_
07-05-2012, 09:10 PM
Sorry for the delay. I have made some progress. These pictures are unedited and not pretty! I promise it will look a little better once my brother and I are finished.

I have reshaped the AC box to provide more clearance for the passenger side head. The piece that I am holding has been moved to the left as it interfered with reshaping the firewall. The lower hard lines rotated to fit into the new location.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120703_215523.png

Initial Firewall cut (there have been more adjustments)

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120630_124527.png

There is enough clearance around the transfer case to be able to change the fluid without dropping the tranny.

Floorpan cut and test fitting transmission.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120630_124522.png

I might move the engine forward just a hair to get the shifter lined up perfectly however, the further back and lower the better for balance sake.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120705_122049.png

GTR crossmember was supposed to ship today and hoping I can find some axles soon. Guys help a brother out as I am not having any luck finding them!

pokey_
07-05-2012, 09:38 PM
A cool side note is that there is no interference with the seats so full adjustabilty is still there. The passenger side tranny mount did have to go as it interfered with the front output shaft. Plan is to use the subframe rail on the passenger side as a mounting point and cross over to the opposite side hitting the factory spots on the drivers side.

pokey_
07-05-2012, 09:45 PM
Sounds like you have the majority of it figured out! Good find on those front hubs too, GTR front axles might not work, BUT at least you have a cheaper alternative to GTR hubs and front suspension. That multi-link front suspension is crap, idk why Nissan decided to use it on everything, Z32, Q45, GTR, etc, IT'S CRAP!

I have a GTS-4 axle laying around at one time. . . I'm 99% sure it's missing the inner part that would bolt to the front diff flange tho, but maybe that would at least give you a direction to go with the front axles? Just trying to help. I can't wait to see videos of this thing when it's on the ground and driveable!

I was reading an article the other day where a drift team took an r32 and converted it to a 240 front suspension. If you have anything laying around that can help me move forward I would greatly appreciate it!

onehundredoctane
07-06-2012, 07:43 AM
10-4, I'll snap some pics of the front end I have and see what I'm willing to let go.

Drifting Kalamari
07-07-2012, 04:52 AM
Holy hell, this will be amazing!!

ricky508
07-10-2012, 02:35 PM
This thing is gonna be awesome and it's a Louisiana project! I'll be following this! Keep up the hard work and don't give up on it my fellow louisianian...

pokey_
07-11-2012, 11:58 AM
This thing is gonna be awesome and it's a Louisiana project! I'll be following this! Keep up the hard work and don't give up on it my fellow louisianian...

Thanks man! Should be making more progress soon so I can post it up. Have a lead on axles so that will help tremendously as well....

pokey_
07-11-2012, 08:06 PM
AC box modified and Transfer case area almost done.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120711_204155.png

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120711_204149.png

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120711_201940.png

TheRealSy90
07-12-2012, 01:26 AM
I love this build, can't wait for the day the pictures of the finished front end come up.

Coolwhip
07-12-2012, 12:14 PM
loving this build! keep up the good work.

pokey_
07-12-2012, 01:27 PM
I love this build, can't wait for the day the pictures of the finished front end come up.

Me to! The GTR crossmember has been shipped. Hope it arrives by the middle of next week so I can make more progress...

This one has been eating my money lately. New brake MC is on its way. :(

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/IMG_20120706_185247.png

SLiDe_WaYz
07-12-2012, 07:33 PM
You need to learn to communicate with your local sliders... Since I have a Z32 bmc sitting in a box in my garage.

pokey_
07-12-2012, 07:46 PM
You need to learn to communicate with your local sliders... Since I have a Z32 bmc sitting in a box in my garage.

Under warranty! Didn't want to put anyone out, especially when you are an hour away. :-)

pokey_
07-13-2012, 07:14 PM
This came in today. Hope to have time to mess with it tomorrow after the MC swap in the boomerang...

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120713_200643.png

onehundredoctane
07-13-2012, 11:35 PM
Wow there is more to that thing than I expected! Looks heavy :(

KEEP IT UP!!!!!!!!!

pokey_
07-15-2012, 09:00 PM
Ugh. Upgraded the 1'MC to a 1-1/16" MC. ME and my son get in the car to make a test drive started it and my son says "The brake pedal just went to the floor by itself!". Now I need a booster. Any recommendations? Get a new s13 stock one or put my s14's automatic one on there. I know how the hell could I be building an AWD 240 and not know the simple stuff. I feel the same way. :-(

funnyscreenname
07-15-2012, 10:26 PM
what kinda rubber is that you've used between the metal to metal surfaces? did you just cut the rubber that was there as needed or what?

pokey_
07-16-2012, 05:27 PM
what kinda rubber is that you've used between the metal to metal surfaces? did you just cut the rubber that was there as needed or what?

I assume you are talking about the AC part? With the AC box after I cut the plastic loosening the fitting allowed it to be turned to the new position. In the firewall I am cutting the firewall holes to the same dimensions in the new locations and using the factory rubber to protect it...

pokey_
07-17-2012, 08:09 PM
Well the weather hasn't worked with me these last few days. Got the r34 xmember and here is the first test fit. Frame rail and x-member will need modification.

Got a spline count on r32 front axles and they are different. Now my thinking is that the hubs can be swapped with the maxima's. Hunting down that answer now....

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120717_203500.png

onehundredoctane
07-17-2012, 09:39 PM
Work being done! I hate you for this project btw, I mentioned this exact same idea to a friend last year and he talked me out of it :(

On the axles. . . can you use the Maxima outter where it goes into the knuckle, and just have the rest of the half shaft made? Most places that made axles can made anything from scratch if you absolutely have to have them.

pokey_
07-17-2012, 09:51 PM
Work being done! I hate you for this project btw, I mentioned this exact same idea to a friend last year and he talked me out of it :(

On the axles. . . can you use the Maxima outter where it goes into the knuckle, and just have the rest of the half shaft made? Most places that made axles can made anything from scratch if you absolutely have to have them.

Custom can be made. Sad thing is that the custom axles cost almost as much as the car did!!! If I must I must but trying to find the most cost effective way. I hope this is the first of many AWD 240 projects. :D

Superaison
07-17-2012, 10:44 PM
Custom can be made. Sad thing is that the custom axles cost almost as much as the car did!!! If I must I must but trying to find the most cost effective way. I hope this is the first of many AWD 240 projects. :D

yes for sure! I'd like to see this build continue!!!

onehundredoctane
07-18-2012, 05:56 AM
I hope this is the first of many AWD 240 projects. :D

With other engine configurations too?

Breakbeat93
07-18-2012, 10:49 AM
Subscribed...sick

JdmGtDriver
07-18-2012, 11:56 AM
Subscribed!!!

pokey_
08-01-2012, 07:06 PM
Well between 100+ degree days, thunderstorms and/or late nights at work I haven't been able to get out and work on the car. I pulled the vh45's factory oil pan (it will need some trimming on the passenger side) and used my floor jack to lift the hacked up GTR diff somewhat into place (in reference to the engine). I am getting more motivated as it looks like I can get the diff in and still have a starter! Once I get the lower control arms I will be able to positively locate the GTR subframe and Diff.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120801_191904.png

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120801_191849.png

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120801_191835.png

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120801_191825.png

P-Funk alot
08-01-2012, 07:22 PM
interesting.

pokey_
08-08-2012, 07:20 PM
This is Louisiana so AC is not an option (for me). GTR axles are on their way finally. Here are some progress pics for the quest for a VH45 build with working AC.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120808_194100.png

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120808_194048.png

pokey_
08-08-2012, 07:22 PM
Once the lower control arms show up I can finish up the crossmember placement and pull the engine to start chopping vh45 oilpan to clear the skyline diff....

pokey_
08-08-2012, 07:39 PM
Did some more trimming on the diff so I wouldn't have to do as much hacking on the VH45 oilpan.


http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120808_203539.png

soreballz
08-08-2012, 07:49 PM
This is one of the most interesting builds I've ever seen on Zilvia. Kudos to you, good sir. I hope I get to see it running around LA some day.

h2v7
08-08-2012, 09:08 PM
bump dooooo etttt

onehundredoctane
08-09-2012, 06:19 AM
Hurray progress!

pokey_
08-24-2012, 07:33 PM
Well parts are my big hold up. Bought and paid for axles then they call back and say they don't have them. Bought subframe and LCA's, subframe came in but the LCA's haven't showed up yet. First one thing and then another, guess this is the way it goes with custom projects. Finally got the subframe modified to bolt to one pair of the original s14 bolts, once it is up and square I will drill new holes in the frame for the other 3 bolts per side to go in the same way the factory is setup.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120824_195635.jpg

Also got the holes drilled to mount the clutch master cylinder.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120824_101707.jpg

pokey_
08-24-2012, 08:11 PM
http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20120824_114204.jpg

dreamin240sx
08-24-2012, 09:39 PM
im glad you didnt just beat the hell out of your fire wall with a large object lol

Kingbaby
08-25-2012, 02:47 AM
just can't comprehend it all...

ReaperBJJ
10-04-2012, 03:39 PM
Is this project still breathing?????

TheRealSy90
10-04-2012, 08:11 PM
I have faith that this will be finished.

SLiDe_WaYz
10-04-2012, 08:27 PM
He needs Skyline axles and can't find any, anywhere.

Imarvin240
10-05-2012, 08:29 AM
call elitejdm in philly, he has tons of complete skyline subframes...maybe he will be willing to part some of it out.

SLiDe_WaYz
10-05-2012, 08:34 AM
If I'm not mistaken he has te subframe already just needs the axles for the spindles.

pokey_
10-05-2012, 01:28 PM
I have been having issues locating front axles. Once I have those in I can make a huge leap forward. (Un)fortunately since I bought a R34 subframe instead of an R32 my Maxima Knuckles won't work so I am going the custom route, so I need the axles so I can fab the knuckles.

future
10-05-2012, 02:53 PM
Why not take the easy way and go the r32 since the knuckles will work?

Pinggg
10-05-2012, 02:58 PM
I can't wait to see this thing done!

Imarvin240
10-05-2012, 03:05 PM
I have been having issues locating front axles. Once I have those in I can make a huge leap forward. (Un)fortunately since I bought a R34 subframe instead of an R32 my Maxima Knuckles won't work so I am going the custom route, so I need the axles so I can fab the knuckles.

well thats why I said call elitejdm and see if he will part out the axles from one of the subframes

nismostormtrooper
10-10-2012, 01:21 AM
subscribed

pokey_
02-21-2013, 12:27 PM
One step forward and another back. I could not figure out a way to miss the 300z starter with the GTR front output shaft. SO I sent off the flex plate and flywheel to a custom flywheel shop to have one made that will let me use a 300z clutch and the vh45 starter. Supposedly three more weeks until it ships

Also ordered a complete r32 rear subframe and front subframe(WITH AXLES) as that was cheaper than buying new ring and pinions for the front diff to match the rear.. These are on their way from Japan so a few more weeks on them.

Not much to see in the way of pictures but will post as soon as things arrive. Almost have the interior back in just want to fix some missing foam that seals the AC unit from sucking in trash in the cabin.

I have been spending what little time/money I have getting my son's 91 hatch and my 92 sr20det coupe ready for Autocross and Drifting. And on a side note my machinist has started on deck plates for my V10 Iron/Viper swap into a AWD Durango........ I promise things are moving forward but have been working a tremendous amount hours between 4 jobs to try and pay for all of this stuff. Man this is FUN!!!!!

first_choice
02-21-2013, 12:34 PM
pokey you're the man

Rpjohns3
02-21-2013, 10:52 PM
I'm liking this build thread alot because its taking along time and just pops outta nowhere with updates. I also enjoy it because I know a project like this well take awhile to complete. MUCH RESPECT to you pokey well love to see the completed project one day.

DallasTXjdm
03-30-2013, 08:15 PM
Cant wait to see her finished Pokey!

madbrad16
04-01-2013, 01:50 AM
I want to see this thing finished... I've been watching it since you started. Any recent progress?

Stensland86
04-03-2013, 11:41 AM
Great job this thing sounds amazing. Combination of all great nissan cars haha

Duke89
04-03-2013, 12:12 PM
Why am I just now seeing this!!! Subscribed cant wait to see more!

Shift n Drift
05-12-2013, 11:20 PM
There IS a GOD!

-SpOoLiN-
05-13-2013, 12:23 PM
In for more progress

SLiDe_WaYz
05-17-2013, 07:06 PM
I'll update for him. I talked to him today and he's still waiting on his sub frame and axles to come in. Its been about 4 months and he still hasn't gotten it.

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powahh
06-10-2013, 10:56 AM
Fudge man. Cant wait to see it together

pokey_
07-18-2013, 08:34 PM
Well I FINALLY got the flywheel in and mounted to the crank (awaiting more flywheel bolts). This allows me to clear front drive shaft! Supposedly the sub-frames will leave Canada in the next week or so. After 7 months of waiting I am not holding my breath yet.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/FB_IMG_13741962949448386.jpg

sterlinge
08-06-2013, 04:42 PM
Hurry up and awd already!

turbo please
08-11-2013, 10:38 PM
Awsome build wish I saw this sooner. Did u ever figure out if the gtr hubs will work in the maxima spindles?

pokey_
08-21-2013, 07:00 AM
Awsome build wish I saw this sooner. Did u ever figure out if the gtr hubs will work in the maxima spindles?

AFTER 7 MONTHS!!!! I finally got the front and rear R32 subframes in. I am going to use the front R34 (that I have already started modifying) subframe instead but the will use all of the brakes from the R32 subframes. The GTR spindles are too small compared to the Maxima's. Going to the salvage yard today to try and source some Maxima Axles. Hope that the Maxima outer will fit the GTR axle.

Jissan
08-22-2013, 11:46 PM
http://i.qkme.me/3pxx9t.jpg



Killer build! Who DOESN'T want an AWD Nissan?! :bigok:

pokey_
11-21-2013, 03:43 PM
Just got my modded Maxima knuckles. Got them at the shop now for new gearings and getting some maxima axles in to see if we can modify the GTR ones so I don't have to buy completely custom ones.

Got both the front and rear subframes powder coated and will post pics once I can get home in the day light.

Sorry for the slow updates and progress. Had a death in the family that has turned our world up side down and we are still trying to recover. I am more determined than ever to get this car finished! Once I can get it rolling I am moving it to a shop instead of the yard on plywood sheets!

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/moddedknuckles.png

pokey_
11-21-2013, 03:46 PM
Forgot I had taken this picture. This is the brace kit I welded in before sending the s14 rear subframe in for powder coating. Pressed in solid bushing for frame and diff as well.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/IMG_20130820_184144_964.jpg

pokey_
11-21-2013, 03:48 PM
And one last one. This is the R32 rear subframe that I will be pulling all of the parts off of to put on the s14 frame. This one was for my references on the ebrake cables.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/IMG_20130805_194825_982.jpg

pokey_
11-21-2013, 03:54 PM
Next thing to knock off the list is to get my machinist to make an adapter to bolt to the knuckle allowing me to use GTR lower ball joints to match up with the R34 GTR Lower Control arms. These will also allow me to lower the car an inch and keep factory suspension geometry and use the cool aluminum LCA's! Once in the shop (making engine pulls easy) I will start the custom oil pan and motor/transmission mounts.

I know you all hoped for more and I do too!

blockedwizard
11-21-2013, 03:57 PM
Sorry to hear about the death in the family, thanks for the update!!!! I got excited when I saw you posted

bullfrogg0
11-21-2013, 05:12 PM
just saw the email about your post. sorry about your loss! hope all goes well. good to see progress even during sad times. what a trooper!

pokey_
12-15-2013, 07:46 PM
OK Nissan guys I need the plug that goes into this cluster. 90's GTR triple cluster. Don't know if there are any USDM cars that have these plugs? Let me know! I want to get torque split gauge working for the OEM look!

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20131215_202757_102.jpg

foreverdeath
12-15-2013, 07:55 PM
No clue on the plug but, you can solder wires to any spot with i coated copper(shiny, you can sand off the coating) an then ur your own connector. Just be careful not to overheat and peel the traces.

pokey_
12-15-2013, 08:10 PM
The reason for the plug? I am going for the OEM look and want to get the factory torque split working! I have the maxima knuckles awaiting new wheel bearings and I am pretty sure the GTR hubs will press in so I won't need custom axles.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20131215_204718_718.jpg

foreverdeath
12-15-2013, 08:12 PM
Just saying you can solder wires directly if you cant source a plug...

pokey_
12-15-2013, 08:16 PM
No clue on the plug but, you can solder wires to any spot with i coated copper(shiny, you can sand off the coating) an then ur your own connector. Just be careful not to overheat and peel the traces.

I agree, trying to avoid that though. If possible.....

pokey_
12-15-2013, 08:22 PM
Also picked up an AEM infinity. Wife is pissed!!!

hummer96
12-17-2013, 07:45 PM
You could also use small eyelets with wires crimped/soldered to them and place them under the screws for each gauge. Everything is clearly labeled so it'll be easy to figure out what trace goes where...and you can remove it in the future if need be.

Livid_240sx
12-17-2013, 07:52 PM
Also picked up an AEM infinity. Wife is pissed!!!



Wife's happiness < race car

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bullfrogg0
12-18-2013, 04:01 AM
^^^obviously not married

Livid_240sx
12-18-2013, 06:31 AM
^^^obviously not married

Happiness > racecar > married

At k least that's me.

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pokey_
12-24-2013, 01:31 PM
I figured it out! Just had to sacrifice a s13 cluster plug and now I have the pigtail. Next step is to start digging through wiring diagrams to verify a couple of the pins (as you can see most are labeled). I have rear lower control arms on their way then I can assemble the rolling suspension and get the car to a shop for the last of the fabrication work.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20131223_185317_747.jpg

future
12-24-2013, 04:14 PM
This shit will be epic

2jztwoforty
02-28-2014, 03:24 PM
Pokey pm me

schoja
02-28-2014, 11:58 PM
This is a baller and a half build. Keep it up!

supersayianjim
03-01-2014, 08:50 AM
so is this ever gonna get finished??

Livid_240sx
03-01-2014, 02:48 PM
^ easy for you to say that. Not your project or your money. Lol patience is a virtue, it'll be worth the wait.

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pokey_
03-01-2014, 06:44 PM
I am closing on my first house next week. It has a 3000sqft shop with a 10k lb car lift! Also has 2500sqft cover for parking. This means I can finally work on a concrete slab instead of on plywood in the dirt! I also sold my sr20 swap and so a vh45 is going into my s13 coupe right now with a custom all metal widebody since I've widened it 4.5" front and rear for the PBM suspension I put on it. It is posted up on v8nissans. Trying to get the s13 on the road by March 16th for autocross and drift season. Then I promise 100% of my spare time and resources will be put into the kouki. I am learning how to widebody on the s13 so I can do the kouki right the first time! Trying to fit 315's in the rear and 275's up front.


so is this ever gonna get finished??

pokey_
03-01-2014, 06:47 PM
Got the first ball joint adapters in and it looks like it will work perfectly. He finished the other one this week. Now I can put the suspension under the car and move it to an actual shop!!!!

Livid_240sx
03-01-2014, 06:51 PM
I am closing on my first house next week. It has a 3000sqft shop with a 10k lb car lift! Also has 2500sqft

That garage is bigger than my entire apartment..... Jesus I'm so jealous... haha


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pokey_
03-02-2014, 07:13 PM
http://www.v8nissans.com/forums/showthread.php?224-92-s13-silvia-450sx&p=20703#post20703

Made a lot of progress today! Now to duplicate all of the same mistakes on the drivers side so they will match!

These are 285/45/18's

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/S13%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20140302_193944_660.jpg

Livid_240sx
03-02-2014, 07:18 PM
For some reason all this time I thought this was a hatch. Lol, would have been bomb if it was! Either way it's legit and I'm blown away. Great job ms n

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Livid_240sx
03-02-2014, 07:21 PM
Man^... stupid phone.

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pokey_
03-02-2014, 08:01 PM
My son has the 1991 Hatch, I have the 92 coupe and the 97. Trying to get the s13 finished so I can learn to paint on it. Then paint my son's car before he leaves for boot camp at the end of May. The s13's previous owner had a rb20 swap in it. Pulled it and sold it to me as a shell with a vh45. I worked on it, sold it to a friend, he started a sr20 swap, sold it back to me and I finished the swap. Mentioned to a friend I might be interested to sell the sr swap and by the end of the day I had a buyer. This swapped all of my priorities around and so this VH45 is going into it so I can drift and autox. The other vh45 will now be rebuilt for boost for the AWD kouki. All while working three jobs and remodeling this house we are closing on!

Livid_240sx
03-02-2014, 08:10 PM
Oh man, you're ridiculous! Haha probably the person who is busier than me and my full time job and 17 credit hours for school. Hopefully all our hard work will pay off, right?

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pokey_
03-02-2014, 08:23 PM
I sure hope so. I got married and had my son at 19. I've worked 2 and 3 jobs most of my life. I regret not spending more time with him as he has grown up. I thank God that he has turned into such a good man despite having me as a Dad. These projects have been a way for us to spend time with one another and for both of us to learn how to work on cars. I am glad that I have started this 240 thing as I have met and made great friends that I never would had without these crazy projects!!!

onehundredoctane
03-03-2014, 08:13 AM
Cool that you're still making progress!

Livid_240sx
03-03-2014, 08:18 AM
Yeah I sold my 240 hatch so I could take a few extra classes this semester so I can graduate early next year. I'm just so happy I already have a job lined up after I graduate so I can buy a new one and (and a few other cars) and do my projects right. My old 240 was being done half assed and I don't want it to be done that way. Best of luck pokey! You're an inspiration and hope everything goes well! Keep us posted!

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rangerjavi
03-03-2014, 02:24 PM
I want to see this run already, I've been checking just about everyday for updates on this build since day one.

zurud
03-05-2014, 12:04 PM
Must be nice having a son with same interest as you. My son is not interested in anything but video games. Keep up the good work. Need more update.

Livid_240sx
03-05-2014, 12:30 PM
Must be nice having a son with same interest as you. My son is not interested in anything but video games. Keep up the good work. Need more update.

Buy him some car video games and rent some car movies dude. I wasn't into cars until I started playing the original midnight clubs and need for speed undergrounds and watched fast and the furious. Get him Grand Tourismo and Forza.

Then mod a 240 with him in real life and in the game.

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h2v7
03-05-2014, 01:07 PM
i thought you gave up

pokey_
03-05-2014, 09:32 PM
I no I haven't given up. Father passed in an accident so have been running his construction company by myself nights and weekends, still have my full-time job in IT and came across a good deal on a house with a shop. Just a temporary shift in priorities..... I have to take care of my Mom as she has always taken care of me..... Please be patient with me I won't let you down!!!

rangerjavi
03-06-2014, 12:09 AM
Sorry to hear about your father's passing my condolences to you and your family, but yes priorities first I can agree and respect that taking car of your mother.

pokey_
03-19-2014, 11:35 AM
Here is a couple of pictures from in the shop.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/shop1.jpg

and another

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/shop2.jpg

He is still moving his stuff out as you can see. Once he moves out I can start moving in and can get serious about finishing this project up finally!!!!

future
03-19-2014, 12:36 PM
Now that's a garage

jr_ss
03-19-2014, 07:58 PM
10-15,000sq ft? I would love to have a garage that large. Hell an oversized 3car would be good for my needs.

pokey_
03-31-2014, 09:53 PM
10-15,000sq ft? I would love to have a garage that large. Hell an oversized 3car would be good for my needs.

In the pictures it is 3,000sq ft. There is an additional 2500sq ft covered without a concrete floor. Air and power is available inside and out with hookups every few feet. My plan is haul in a few hundred yards of dirt and level things out to make it 100% low car friendly and so I can pour the rest in concrete and enclose once my $$ catches up to my dreams (or my wife starts working again!).

It also has a 1200lb hoist on a swing by the main door and a 750 lb hoist under the covered area for cleaning deer (current use) and hopefully for unloading junk yard scores!

integramandj
04-02-2014, 10:55 AM
subscribed

Driftwire
04-02-2014, 11:34 AM
Holy shit, Subscribed! Keep this going Its must get done!!! Huge Inspiration

integramandj
04-02-2014, 11:47 AM
Awesome build my fellow louisianian Def gonna follow this and would love to see it at a future ifo event

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pokey_
04-10-2014, 11:54 AM
Made some progress on the s13 last weekend (http://www.v8nissans.com/forums/showthread.php?224-92-s13-silvia-450sx/page3). Trying to finish the house by Easter, get the s13 on the road by May 1st and then all project time will be directed toward the AWD kouki!!!

http://www.v8nissans.com/forums/showthread.php?224-92-s13-silvia-450sx/page3

pokey_
10-21-2014, 05:48 PM
Finally a small update. Things are slowly getting back to a new normal after losing my father in an accident, my grandfather (6 months of hospice from cancer), and my son leaving for boot camp (Proud of his decision to serve sad to see him leave).

Here is the front subframe, just need to make a small adjustment to the knuckles for bump steer adjustment.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20140927_075208_672.jpg

pokey_
10-21-2014, 05:50 PM
Also a small personal victory that my suspension design worked well enough to roll it onto the trailer and finally bring it to the new shop. It has taken WAY TOO long!

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/s14%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20140927_113308_389.jpg

pokey_
10-21-2014, 05:59 PM
The S13 Silvia is nearing completion as well. Those updates are on v8nissans though. Unfortunately I am going to miss the last drift event of the season this weekend. Picking up a 510 this weekend I hope!

http://www.v8nissans.com/forums/showthread.php?224-92-s13-silvia-450sx/page3

pokey_
10-21-2014, 07:25 PM
Gotta unload the Kouki so I can pick up the 510 this weekend!

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/510%20Project/IMG951726.jpg

bullfrogg0
10-21-2014, 07:44 PM
Awesome things are happening in this thread continuously!

pokey_
12-10-2014, 09:26 PM
I have gotten a lot further on the silvia. Had to make some adjustments to the kouki front knuckles and started transferring the GTR parts to the beefed up s14 subframe.

http://www.v8nissans.com/forums/showthread.php?224-92-s13-silvia-450sx&p=22171#post22171

Ventura213
12-10-2014, 11:07 PM
Datsun 510 :yum:

pokey_
12-21-2014, 07:19 AM
http://s1263.photobucket.com/user/robertmayusmc/media/S13%20Project%20Pictures/20141220_210510.mp4.html

The 2wd Silvia lives! Nearing completion so I can get back in the AWD kouki!

1jzsilcoupe
12-21-2014, 08:52 AM
What service branch did your son go into?

onehundredoctane
12-21-2014, 10:22 AM
I'm anxious to see more progress!

Felipe
12-21-2014, 11:10 AM
Yes were back on track with this build.

pokey_
12-21-2014, 08:17 PM
What service branch did your son go into?

He joined the Air Force. Security Forces, I asked him why he didn't want to join the Marines like me and he said he spent enough time in the Marines being my son! LOL

1jzsilcoupe
12-21-2014, 09:05 PM
Semper fi devil. I'm a former marine as well. I should've done something other than infantry. He should've joined the marines,

OORAH

moto21
03-19-2015, 04:20 PM
Any updates on the build?

Hoonigan19
03-19-2015, 08:41 PM
it's never done :(

pokey_
03-23-2015, 01:31 PM
No it isn't moving very fast I am embarrassed to say. The s13 is nearing completion and everything that I have learned with its vh45de swap is getting me ready to finish this one up. My latest hold up was a truck load of insulation being dropped off to insulate my shop and my brothers shop and house. I am almost done getting it out of my way so I can work again, on something, anything....

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/S13%20Project%20Pictures/20150220_222524.jpg

I have hung most of this insulation by myself and climbing the scaffolding while carrying these has not been an easy indeavor! I am helping a friend with his 5-lug/300z brake upgrade, misc upgrade everythings, and then the s13 gets the lift again for the final push to get it back on the road. Then the Kouki will get brought inside for her love.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/S13%20Project%20Pictures/20150311_204637.jpg

pokey_
03-23-2015, 01:42 PM
Also a lot has been going into my Sons 91 hatch. This picture really doesn't do it justice though. We found the bumper extensions and have gotten side skirts for it so we can get the paint job finished up, then his is due a j30 diff swap and 5 lug conversion before I take it up to him. A lot of stuff is happening just all on the wrong projects!

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/S13%20Project%20Pictures/IMG_20141226_184612_708.jpg

pokey_
03-23-2015, 01:48 PM
I have been in communication with SCAT cranks to build a stroker kit for the AWD kouki. We are in talks of a 92mm stroker to get it right out 5.0Liters with a +1 overbore and still keep the rod to stroke ration no worse than other 5L on the market today. So I have been getting all of my ducks in a row so I can get that done as well. I think you guys will be impressed once I am able to focus again and not being torn in so many project directions.

moto21
03-23-2015, 10:37 PM
This is one of the builds that I hold a lot of interest in, I was thinking of making a time attack S14 and this seems like it could be a beast with all wheel drive cornering.
I'm probably gunna stay simple though seen as how that would require custom parts that aren't replaceable. Just wanted to say though that I love the build, and we are looking for updates in the near future!


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pokey_
03-30-2015, 10:07 AM
Just to give you guys an idea of how deep I am into the other project.

Checking clearance at max lock with the PBM front suspension setup. Need enough for turning but not so much that it looks stupid going down the road

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/S13%20Project%20Pictures/20150328_163307.jpg

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/S13%20Project%20Pictures/20150328_163503.jpg

And a picture of how much wider it will be.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/S13%20Project%20Pictures/20150328_164008.jpg

Also a slight widening to make the wheel look centered and keep the tires from scrubbing when I turn.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/S13%20Project%20Pictures/20150328_115645.jpg

Livid_240sx
04-03-2015, 07:11 PM
Year later! I haven't been on in forever and just saw this lol, actually hopped on just to see! Omg, I sold my project and bought a GLI sold that and bought a WRX and totalled it in that time.

onehundredoctane
04-04-2015, 11:47 AM
So glad to finally see an update, I was worried this project fell by the way side!

pokey_
04-04-2015, 08:32 PM
I am sorry my projects aren't moving as quickly as you would like. I would prefer for them to have moved faster as well. These cars are my hobbies, I work on them when I have the time and money. During the winter money is the problem and during the summer time is the problem, there are bursts of progress when the two align perfectly.

moto21
04-06-2015, 01:03 AM
I'll take any progress I can get. Keep it up! Are you going to go all metal with the fenders?

Livid_240sx
04-06-2015, 06:19 AM
Absolutely, just glad to see everything is still working out for you. I perfectly understand the time and money aspects. Awesome job man, keep it up!

pokey_
04-06-2015, 08:04 AM
Yes I have already done the rear fenders but have to make some small adjustments. Stupid me, build the fenders to be flush BEFORE I got the alignment just needs some tweeks.

Here the car is slammed while I was testing clearances. This is as low as the PBM setup will go without the coilovers even being in the car! No rub anywhere.

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/IMG_20140328_212032_691.jpg

pokey_
04-06-2015, 08:06 AM
This is the car that I am learning on, my s13 with a vh45de swap as well. Learning as I go so I can be faster and do better quality welds on the s14. The final goal with the Kouki is 315's in the rear and 275's up front to have a staggered setup and still be able to run AWD.

pokey_
04-06-2015, 08:13 AM
Unless I get MUCH more proficient at welding (I really need a MIG with Shielding gas or a TIG) and metal working, I may have to swallow my pride and just build wild fender flares out of glass. My brother owns a UTV roof building company (Mayhem Manufacturing) and is VERY proficient at fabricating things out of fiberglass. Won't know until I get to that step in the Kouki process. Right now I am finishing the s13 up so I can have a daily driver I can love to drive every day. I have BIG plans for the kouki and am not going to cut corners just to get her on the road!

pokey_
04-09-2015, 04:19 PM
Another reason my projects take so long. They thought the septic tank was on the other side of the tree.... nope you were wrong. Two nights of project time lost..

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/S13%20Project%20Pictures/20150408_192721.jpg

Dolph_KYAS13
04-09-2015, 06:36 PM
^ what a shitty mess.

pokey_
04-09-2015, 08:46 PM
Yep that happened at 6:30 yesterday evening, didn't get home until almost midnight. Had to leave the truck there as I hauled my excavator out there to lift the truck out of the tank. Just got the truck home tonight. Had to replace the hub oil seal and remove all the dirt and flush the wheel bearing. Praying I got all the trash out of it because if it fails a new spindle is nearly $2000 Not including everything else.

Thankfully they said they needed it pumped anyway and less than $180 everything they needed to have it fixed was done.

moto21
07-09-2015, 09:27 PM
Zilvia misses this build. Don't let it die, Please!

future
07-09-2015, 10:11 PM
What he said

Initial Drift
07-10-2015, 12:01 AM
Very interesting. Can't wait to see more.

moto21
08-19-2015, 09:26 PM
Any updates? I still think about this build all the time.

Livid_240sx
08-24-2015, 05:59 PM
Updates! Please and thank you.

King_Kouki01
09-15-2015, 12:57 PM
Updates on this??

Hatemy7
09-15-2015, 01:46 PM
crazy... im excited for this

Livid_240sx
09-15-2015, 02:07 PM
We all have been haha

unpaintedhatch
09-15-2015, 04:11 PM
Keep this build alive it is worthwhile for sure.

Livid_240sx
09-17-2015, 03:51 PM
87317 Just do it.

King_Kouki
09-17-2015, 06:17 PM
Keep hope alive...

Livid_240sx
10-25-2015, 03:12 AM
Bump. Bump. Bump

racer98
11-10-2015, 10:44 PM
Now that's a garage

Gotta unload the Kouki so I can pick up the 510 this weekend!

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii634/robertmayusmc/510%20Project/IMG951726.jpg

+1. Keep it rolling.

Livid_240sx
11-22-2015, 06:42 AM
This thread is dead and that makes me sad.

pokey_
12-24-2015, 11:11 AM
Sorry guys. The other VH45 project has taken up all of my time and money. I do have it in the shop now and saving for the stroker kit!

Livid_240sx
12-24-2015, 11:13 AM
Okay, pokes. We understand. Just don't forget about us!

moto21
12-24-2015, 03:20 PM
Agreed! If this build dies so does my heart.

ADRIANS14LS
12-24-2015, 05:59 PM
awesome proyect!!

Jibbberish
12-24-2015, 06:41 PM
Some day...

drewr4411
12-24-2015, 11:17 PM
Updates needed

SoundEfx
12-26-2015, 12:23 PM
Nice work on all fronts.

I think if I had half of that garage space, I would faint upon seeing it....lol

Someone from LA, go help this man because this project must NEVER die.

moto21
01-16-2016, 12:01 PM
Anything new going on?


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5280VertDET
01-16-2016, 02:49 PM
Sorry guys. The other VH45 project has taken up all of my time and money. I do have it in the shop now and saving for the stroker kit!

This was 2 weeks ago...


http://travlanders.com/class/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2014/12/patience-cat-waiting.jpg

imaster02
03-05-2016, 09:05 PM
I'm starting this project next week it's my first AWD but my second VQ swap!!!


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Loufig
03-05-2016, 09:41 PM
I'm sure you meant to post in the doing it wrong thread. but just give up and sell your turd40

imaster02
03-05-2016, 09:46 PM
Lol always 1 in the crowd!!! (Loufig) what do you drive???


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moto21
11-18-2018, 07:19 PM
Someone get me a defibrillator for this thread. If Pokey doesn't finish this maybe I'll start a similar build for the people!

TheRealSy90
11-19-2018, 02:32 PM
Man it's been almost three years now? Jeez.

supersayianjim
11-23-2018, 03:34 AM
Word....................