pigeonman

Thanks much guys, anymore questions I have I'll know who to turn to.

wow Devilz thanks for your help, you seem to be a nice guy. thanks much

Thanks much everyone especially Devilz for the help so far. I know about which engines were designed for the different cars all I am really interested in is the technical stuff. You were saying something about a camshaft grind, what does that really mean? Does that make the cam lighter? And when you refer to "higher compression pistons" what exactly do you mean? These are the things I need to learn and I was hoping that you guy with years of knowledge could help me with. It doesn't need to be over the top fast or supercar fast, just like really zippy. I was driven in a Ferrari 550 Maranello, the acceleration was crazy, but I don't need that kind of power, just something I can be proud of. All the body work will be done by me and family members, and engine work as much as is possible so I guess that will drop the cost (I hope). Its a project for the men in the family, for bonding and something to do so yeah, but I wanna learn as much as is possible. Thanks -The Pigeonman

as i said im a beginner so any advice is welcomed and im learning a little everyday. Devilz i dont know how much time u have on ur hands but cud u please explain all the suggestions u just made in as much detail as possible so i can understand them as i am in the learning process. Thanks much. -The Pigeonman

Hey guys, im new to this forum as u wud obviously realize. Im planning a restoration and modification project of a 240z to create an everyday driver with power and style that will turn heads with style and a beautiful purr of the engine that can rival any new car. Im a young driver and my experience with mechanic work is minimum but luckily im surrounded by folks who know their thing. I doubt that at the appointed time i will have a large budget but i wanna map out my plans from now ill probably be looking to swap the 2.4l engine to the 2.6 or the 2.8 and install triple Webers on there and custom headers maybe but other than that im not sure how to increase the horsepower of such engines without have to spend too much. With the body i wanna duco it midnight blue or jet black, black leather interior, flare the fenders probably, new sound system and make sure I have a working a/c. What are your suggestions?