350 Chev or similar into 240z

[matsdat]

Hi guys, can i hear from those of you that have installed a V8 into there zed in terms of the way the car handles, specifically on the track.  Does the weight of an old V8 drastically effect the handling? is there major understeer into corners?

 

Also, does anyone have any comments about the engine mounts sold by Castlemain Rod Shop to fit a V8 into the zed? Do these mounts position the engine far enough back?

 

I would love to put a 1uz in but cant seem to find much information, not even on hybridz, and it does appear that there would be a fair amount of hassle dropping one in ie welding custom mounts to chassis rails, converting to manual etc. Im not skilled enough to make custom mounts, no one happens to know of a fitting kit for the 1UZ do they?

 

Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks. 

[C.A.R.]

Craig. CRAIG!!! Come in Craig...

 

Also, can you please fill in your location 'Matsdat'.

It makes it much easier to answer your questions when we know your geological location

 

 

[zed240au]

i have a 350 chev install kit made up as per the jags that run install book if you want one be cheaper than castlemaine rod shop kit

 

having run with nissan v8 install i was happy with performance and handling but i should have set motor further back as per jags that run book

 

with my ls1 install engine is set back much better will give update on how it handles shortly soon as i get my first real drive next weekend exhaust going on this week