I'm really gonna miss Al on these videos, ive watched him for years and years and he was the inspiration behind me building my own car, the engine build, the fabrication for my turbo kit, wiring in a haltech, hes inspired me to have a go myself, just gotta say a massive thanks to Al and woody for all there brilliant videos over the years!
How about leave old mate to make his own decisions. If he’s decided he wants to do something else he can and should. I doubt woody would ever say no to him rejoining at a later point if al wanted to.
I suspect that because of the popularity of the channel Al has more work than he can poke a stick at....and filming content takes a hell of a lot of time. Pretty sure he's just going to concentrate on doing those jobs. He's still going to be there working, just not hosting the channel like he has been. After all, it's still his workshop.
For the shifter, you could also snag a shortened shifter bracket intended for use when putting the Z32 box into an S/R chassis car, it also gets rid of the floppy flexible bushes and the prone-to-failure chassis mount rubber bush that drops the shifter onto your driveshaft when it it lets go. It's a common mod for standard VG30 Z32s as well (albeit not shortened) as it massively improves shifter feel and eliminates a point of failure.
also for the HICAS delete, you can get brackets that emulate the factory non-HICAS toe arm locations and utilise the same toe arms as a non-HICAS car, and once you press out the always-trashed HICAS ball joints on the knuckle the hole left is the same size so you can use a poly bush or spherical joint in that location.
@@30dettjimvg replacing the shifter bracket doesn't require using a short shifter, what I'm referring to as "shortened" literally means shortening the distance between the shifter and the gearbox, not changing the shift throw
This was absolutely the correct engine for this job! I mean the exact way you built it from the bottom up. Such a legend, can't wait to see this thing finished.
Agreed I would love to throw an RB30DETT build in a clean 300ZX chassis. That RB sound at full revs just sounds so menacing and raw compared to the VG.
Safe travels Al. Its been a pleasure getting to know you over the last few years. Thanks for all the knowledge dropped and inspiration. Not just for the mechanics but as a role model because of your laid back nature and hard working ethic. The world needs more good dudes like you. [Firm hand shake and slap on the shoulder] Thank you .
Those twin turbos + pods with a big plazmaman intake on the other side is going to look sick! Al keeps saying this is for the missus but we all know that Gus is going to pounce on it the second anyone blinks :D
hey ale, while you are modifying the length of the oem z32 shifter brackets. you should take apart the shifter, then hammer the pivot ball all the way down so you can grind the pinch seam off of the shaft, then hammer the pivot ball back up but 1" higher then its oem position. shouldnt have to weld or grnid it friction fit will keep it in place. but this will make your shifter fell night and day crisper! along with a set of brash shifter bushings. the oem plastic ones are junk. this is hands down the easiest shifter mod. good as oem but crisp and fast shifts like after market short throw shifter.. well worth. i promise!
For me as a mechanic i love the realness of the work that really goes in a prodject.. Never liked the channels on tv that gave a wrong impression of what it really takes to actually make something.. Wishing yall the best
I've always admired you patience Al, if that was me in your shoes going back and forth to the beach like that.. .... lets just say Woody would have some editing and bleeping to do 😂. Love your work gentleman
My dad taught me how to work on cars. Al taught me how to be patient and go the extra mile to build something special. His influence will sorely be missed. But im very grateful for what I have learned watching your videos 👍🏼
al, great speaking in this video. something to be said about that skill accompanied with your technical prowess. a craftsman that has perfected his craft must move on to bigger and better things. hope retirement for you is as great as my time has been watching you build things.
With the brakes you could have done a full 370Z Akebono conversion that i have seen on The Aussie Shed channel an extremely detailed rebuild of a a modified 300zx, definitely one to have a look at.
Would have to run 18 inch wheels for those not to mention some semi-creative machining of the rear caliper to fit the adapter brackets. Can’t run the Akebonos on anything less than an 18 inch plus the offset has to be something funny to clear the caliper face otherwise would have to run spacers which, if I remember correctly, are illegal in Australia.
@@TJCook-jo8pg Oh I know. You have to have them to run the Akebonos regardless. They won’t straight bolt on without them. Still doesn’t change the fact that the rotor size for them is so large and where the caliper is relocated to with the adapter that you HAVE to run an 18 inch wheel and not all 18 inch wheels will work. Concept Z and Z1 both outline that in their instruction guide along with a cut out template to see if the wheels you have will fit or not. I had to get some 10mm spacers so the calipers and 2 piece rotors from Z1 would clear my 17 inch Enkei Lusso wheels
Your build is going to be awesome and up there with your usual quality. I will slightly disagree with the video title..... The VG30DETT is a great engine, provided you are prepared to maintain it properly.
Rb engine, rb bell housing. Z32 gear box. Rb fly wheel Z32 clutch Convert pull to push type fork Everything lines up perfectly after that. Don't have to legthen or shorten anything. Z32 drive shaft perfect fit Cut oil pan 4wd off Modify subframe to fit oil pan Cut and reweld sway bar to fit Still have low mount -5s on mine. 20psi. Drag radials on the back. Full adjustable suspension.
My Dad had a máxima in the 90s and it actually came with decent speakers, they were Bose. I’m pretty sure I took them out and installed them into my Maverick when I was old enough to build my first car. My dad went through cars like laundry. I swear he’s owned like 100.
Agreed, decent brakes are a must since the stock ones aren't really up to stopping a stock Z32, never mind a modified one. Got a set of the 370Z Akebonos on my Z32 and huge improvement. Roughly 350mm on each corner. Will need some 18's to fit over them, but well worth it. 350Z wheels fit over them fine if you're still after an OE sort of look.
Re: flexi brake line - it’s so you can remove the caliper without disconnecting the brake line. It helps facilitate pad and disc changes without letting air into the system.
That is not what they were talking about. They were questioning why it has an unnecessary bracket and hard line at the caliper. Most other manufacturers simply screw the brake hose directly into the caliper. Even my Infiniti G37X sedan had hard lines that wrapped around the knuckles, while aftermarket hose removed the hard lines.
28:50 "Good Tires" with the better struts and more power is a sure fire way to tear those "low ks"/Low mile , but still old rotten rubber bushes out. While it may work for a while, would have been cool to see them just throw some poly upgraded bushes in to give it the complete restomod feel.
On the brake rotors, to get the candy effect, you are supposed to paint them white or silver. Imagine it more like a colored clear coat... main reason they came out that maroon color
Great acknowledgement of the complete cooling package there. I’ve spent time around earth moving equipment and the cooling issues they have, moving back into automotive mechanical some guys just just can’t grasp the concept.
A brake is just a heatsink: ALLE brakes will be able to lock the wheels (if BAS is disableed)! So the additional material will NOT stop you FASTER. Just longer / more often.
Cooling tje turbos, maybe use postie bike add on oil coolers sepparately. Let the turbos have their own 500ml sump. Use the oil for cooling and lubrication. Food for thought. Could put a small thermal fan switch to control temperature control.
Shout out to Joe for being a Raider’s fan, it’s not easy but it’s fun when we win 😂 I grew up in the Gannon and Rice era when they actually were winning and going to Superbowls. It was so much fun.
Great work Al, i had to do same 11mm caliper spacers months ago and sent all info to company...all they did was take Z32 off list of cars kit suits..bit ordinary. Smart move to use na clutch parts, that tiny vac booster inside cabin costs $$$ Best of luck with this project and whatever the future holds, cheers
Gonna miss al. No bs real wrenching kinda guy. We need more of them in the world. You are doing a z32 justice. They should have never gone away from the inline 6!
The big American boats with 29” monster pizza drums are called “Donks.” Now, I’m not an expert on that subject but I guess Scotto from Hoonigan had produced a magazine all about them. Cheers from Murrica! 🖖😎👍
had to do some similar work to my Z32 shift bracket mated to my 2jz. Very cool to see such a great engine in the Z. L6 motors are just proper in our Z's!
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Did you know those 300zx lights are the exact same used on a lambogihini, which was owned by Audi at the time thought
La Lamborghini Diablo
Can we just applaud Al's ability to talk at length, coherently, about a technical subject, without um and ahs, or hesitation. An editor's dream.
Who is this Al? I only saw Turbo Yoda.
@@palleppalssonTurbo Yoda is a nick name. Allan is his real name.
Just one of the many reasons Al will be missed. He's an actual knowledgeable presenter. No shade to woody but Al was cut out for this.
No
i hear alot of ehhs and uhms but its no biggie
I'm really gonna miss Al on these videos, ive watched him for years and years and he was the inspiration behind me building my own car, the engine build, the fabrication for my turbo kit, wiring in a haltech, hes inspired me to have a go myself, just gotta say a massive thanks to Al and woody for all there brilliant videos over the years!
Come on al no way you can leave mate, just take a break for a bit and come back!
How about leave old mate to make his own decisions. If he’s decided he wants to do something else he can and should. I doubt woody would ever say no to him rejoining at a later point if al wanted to.
I suspect that because of the popularity of the channel Al has more work than he can poke a stick at....and filming content takes a hell of a lot of time. Pretty sure he's just going to concentrate on doing those jobs. He's still going to be there working, just not hosting the channel like he has been. After all, it's still his workshop.
If you love him, set him free
Sure. About 5-6 years
Shouldn’t have stuck to a weekly schedule , would be burnt out big time , but he will still be around
Every episode of this build makes me sadder knowing Als leaving. 😢 but I'm looking forward to the Age of Woodrigos 😆
"Walk into the spray booth..." Woody walks outside...good one Woody LOL. Cheers 🦘👍😁
For the shifter, you could also snag a shortened shifter bracket intended for use when putting the Z32 box into an S/R chassis car, it also gets rid of the floppy flexible bushes and the prone-to-failure chassis mount rubber bush that drops the shifter onto your driveshaft when it it lets go. It's a common mod for standard VG30 Z32s as well (albeit not shortened) as it massively improves shifter feel and eliminates a point of failure.
also for the HICAS delete, you can get brackets that emulate the factory non-HICAS toe arm locations and utilise the same toe arms as a non-HICAS car, and once you press out the always-trashed HICAS ball joints on the knuckle the hole left is the same size so you can use a poly bush or spherical joint in that location.
Short shifters are total ass on a 300zx box.All they do is wreck the box.People with flat peaks in shit box stanced non turbos rate them only.
@@30dettjimvg replacing the shifter bracket doesn't require using a short shifter, what I'm referring to as "shortened" literally means shortening the distance between the shifter and the gearbox, not changing the shift throw
This was absolutely the correct engine for this job! I mean the exact way you built it from the bottom up. Such a legend, can't wait to see this thing finished.
Agreed I would love to throw an RB30DETT build in a clean 300ZX chassis. That RB sound at full revs just sounds so menacing and raw compared to the VG.
Man, I'm gonna miss Al, when the time comes. What a legend. Also keen to see what Woody can do in the future. Up the TSF!
Safe travels Al. Its been a pleasure getting to know you over the last few years. Thanks for all the knowledge dropped and inspiration. Not just for the mechanics but as a role model because of your laid back nature and hard working ethic. The world needs more good dudes like you.
[Firm hand shake and slap on the shoulder] Thank you .
The Nissan factory
Never disappoints 😊
Those twin turbos + pods with a big plazmaman intake on the other side is going to look sick! Al keeps saying this is for the missus but we all know that Gus is going to pounce on it the second anyone blinks :D
Your mechanical wizardry is absolutely amazing what you do to cars. Find it fascinating watching
hey ale, while you are modifying the length of the oem z32 shifter brackets. you should take apart the shifter, then hammer the pivot ball all the way down so you can grind the pinch seam off of the shaft, then hammer the pivot ball back up but 1" higher then its oem position. shouldnt have to weld or grnid it friction fit will keep it in place. but this will make your shifter fell night and day crisper! along with a set of brash shifter bushings. the oem plastic ones are junk. this is hands down the easiest shifter mod. good as oem but crisp and fast shifts like after market short throw shifter.. well worth. i promise!
For me as a mechanic i love the realness of the work that really goes in a prodject.. Never liked the channels on tv that gave a wrong impression of what it really takes to actually make something..
Wishing yall the best
The Metal Rescue looks good, much better than the normal rust convertor. Just ordered some from the other auto parts store.
I've always admired you patience Al, if that was me in your shoes going back and forth to the beach like that.. .... lets just say Woody would have some editing and bleeping to do 😂.
Love your work gentleman
LOL - when Al brought up HICAS ( 28:00 ) a flood of memories from the 90's came back. Thanks Al.
My dad taught me how to work on cars. Al taught me how to be patient and go the extra mile to build something special. His influence will sorely be missed. But im very grateful for what I have learned watching your videos 👍🏼
al, great speaking in this video. something to be said about that skill accompanied with your technical prowess. a craftsman that has perfected his craft must move on to bigger and better things. hope retirement for you is as great as my time has been watching you build things.
With the brakes you could have done a full 370Z Akebono conversion that i have seen on The Aussie Shed channel an extremely detailed rebuild of a a modified 300zx, definitely one to have a look at.
Would have to run 18 inch wheels for those not to mention some semi-creative machining of the rear caliper to fit the adapter brackets. Can’t run the Akebonos on anything less than an 18 inch plus the offset has to be something funny to clear the caliper face otherwise would have to run spacers which, if I remember correctly, are illegal in Australia.
@@Defiant155you can buy rear caliper spacers now.
Sorry, I mean adapter brackets
@@TJCook-jo8pg Oh I know. You have to have them to run the Akebonos regardless. They won’t straight bolt on without them. Still doesn’t change the fact that the rotor size for them is so large and where the caliper is relocated to with the adapter that you HAVE to run an 18 inch wheel and not all 18 inch wheels will work. Concept Z and Z1 both outline that in their instruction guide along with a cut out template to see if the wheels you have will fit or not. I had to get some 10mm spacers so the calipers and 2 piece rotors from Z1 would clear my 17 inch Enkei Lusso wheels
Where from? @@TJCook-jo8pg
Welcome to the RB30 Z32 Factory!
Your build is going to be awesome and up there with your usual quality. I will slightly disagree with the video title..... The VG30DETT is a great engine, provided you are prepared to maintain it properly.
Rb engine, rb bell housing. Z32 gear box.
Rb fly wheel
Z32 clutch
Convert pull to push type fork
Everything lines up perfectly after that.
Don't have to legthen or shorten anything.
Z32 drive shaft perfect fit
Cut oil pan 4wd off
Modify subframe to fit oil pan
Cut and reweld sway bar to fit
Still have low mount -5s on mine. 20psi.
Drag radials on the back.
Full adjustable suspension.
Loving the banter guys. And looking forward to seeing the z out cruising. Cheers
14:44 its a 6x4 speaker rockford fosgate make one that fits well used in my c33 also
Al is actually having a stroke in the post credits scene. "Desmond and the Reggae Masters" were a popular band from New Zealand in the early 2000s :D
That fits much better, the VG30DETT is an absolute nightmare to work on because there is no space around anything.
My Dad had a máxima in the 90s and it actually came with decent speakers, they were Bose. I’m pretty sure I took them out and installed them into my Maverick when I was old enough to build my first car. My dad went through cars like laundry. I swear he’s owned like 100.
If you decide you need more braking, it’s a simple mod to get the akebono brakes from the Z34 swapped in.
Agreed, decent brakes are a must since the stock ones aren't really up to stopping a stock Z32, never mind a modified one. Got a set of the 370Z Akebonos on my Z32 and huge improvement. Roughly 350mm on each corner. Will need some 18's to fit over them, but well worth it. 350Z wheels fit over them fine if you're still after an OE sort of look.
Great banter, gentlemen. and anticipating seeing the Z out on the town. Salutations
Re: flexi brake line - it’s so you can remove the caliper without disconnecting the brake line. It helps facilitate pad and disc changes without letting air into the system.
That is not what they were talking about. They were questioning why it has an unnecessary bracket and hard line at the caliper. Most other manufacturers simply screw the brake hose directly into the caliper. Even my Infiniti G37X sedan had hard lines that wrapped around the knuckles, while aftermarket hose removed the hard lines.
The turbos say Co Yoda, this is going to be an excellent ‘send off’ build!
Im thinking of putting an RB or a 2JZ into an old '84 Trans Am I have in the shed, this build has been great to watch!
Being able to say you have twin turboskis, is pretty killer. Even if there's no performance gain, it's just cool
Thanks Al ... Thank you for the entertainment and the education.
as someone who owns a z32 i wish more companies in Australia made parts for the this platform
28:50 "Good Tires" with the better struts and more power is a sure fire way to tear those "low ks"/Low mile , but still old rotten rubber bushes out. While it may work for a while, would have been cool to see them just throw some poly upgraded bushes in to give it the complete restomod feel.
The best channel on YT! Only one worthy of watching at normal speed.
That's cool that Al's wife wants a 300zx. Lots of work with that shifter but I am sure it will be worth it.
On the brake rotors, to get the candy effect, you are supposed to paint them white or silver. Imagine it more like a colored clear coat... main reason they came out that maroon color
Great episode. I really hope Al comes along to drop some extra post-credits humour next year in the new format.
Need to paint silver down first let dry mist coat the red to get that effect of candy cans no good 👍..
Do you think you can drag this build out for the next 12 months we are going to miss you AL!!
Al, these videos help get our motivation up so we can get our projects finished....
Would love to see a V35 with an RB26 or 2JZ. Definitely love this build...💪🏾
Love that it’s on 33GTR WHEELS! ❤❤❤
you will be missed Al )= u were the reason i am watching skid factory. pls dont leave. u r like my virtual car dad somehow 😅
Great acknowledgement of the complete cooling package there. I’ve spent time around earth moving equipment and the cooling issues they have, moving back into automotive mechanical some guys just just can’t grasp the concept.
Sweet 😍, looks like the Madmax2 Interceptor sat there without the bumper and those lights 🤔
The hardline on the front brake caliper will protect the brake hose from thermal damage. I don't know if Nissan put it on the rear though.
Everytime I see that engine bay, I start hearing Runnin in the 90's playing 😂😂
Al’s content is pure gold.
Jeezuz Desmond Regamasters are not cheap! ps please don't retire Al your wisdom and wit help me stay sane.
"I checked it after the head was on, not before..."
Ayeeeee...👍👍
I love the twin high mounts! Very old school looking
That's why I loved my 280zx. Slapped the injected rb30 in her and a big turbo.
A brake is just a heatsink:
ALLE brakes will be able to lock the wheels (if BAS is disableed)! So the additional material will NOT stop you FASTER.
Just longer / more often.
RB30DETT, it's got them twin turbos 👌
Love the twin turbo good choice. I know the single is suppose to be better, less to go wrong etc etc.. but twins! So much cooler imo.
Cooling tje turbos, maybe use postie bike add on oil coolers sepparately. Let the turbos have their own 500ml sump. Use the oil for cooling and lubrication. Food for thought. Could put a small thermal fan switch to control temperature control.
Shout out to Joe for being a Raider’s fan, it’s not easy but it’s fun when we win 😂 I grew up in the Gannon and Rice era when they actually were winning and going to Superbowls. It was so much fun.
What you said about the oil having a dual challenge and using surface area to sap the heat out was wild. 🇦🇺🤜🏼🤛🏼😎🍀🍀🍀
Just for context, that r230. 230mm Diff, is a smidge larger than 9inches. That is a decent unit.
30:47 off the centreline naca duct. Kight rider FTw
Al singing the unsung praises of the Z32. Criminally underpriced atleast here in the states
That colour paint on the Nissan brake calipers reminds me of the colour that the Mitsubishi Evo Brembo calipers eventually go.
Brake line bracket may have been to pass whip or kink testing of the brake lines. Different orientation means less likely to kink.
into the Zee or the ZED
If anyone is wondering about that cooling setup it actually works a treat. The hottest the Hako ever runs is 87c
Great work Al, i had to do same 11mm caliper spacers months ago and sent all info to company...all they did was take Z32 off list of cars kit suits..bit ordinary. Smart move to use na clutch parts, that tiny vac booster inside cabin costs $$$
Best of luck with this project and whatever the future holds, cheers
Gonna miss al. No bs real wrenching kinda guy. We need more of them in the world. You are doing a z32 justice. They should have never gone away from the inline 6!
² free
Guys that bracket is to stop the flex in the steel line to combat break fade and peddle pressure
Just like firewall flexing under load
Hi Woody and Al. For your info, back in the day, the boys from Project Binkey did their apprenticeships at Nissan.
Man I'm gonna miss your voice so much. Please don't leave us😢
Number 43 on trending and Al is a natural on camera these days. Will be sad to see less of him in future vids.
good shit lads, not an easy task. Showing us how it done!
The fact that theres still an ac compressor on the RB 😍😍
Old school cool with the twins I’m looking at doing twins on vl calais for exact same reason just with the single cam still love it
Miss you already, Al
Absolutely loving this build. Was looking to do something similar about 10 years ago. Sort of glad I didn't try it.
Loving the Lamborghini headlights ;)
amazing listening to the Yoda speak about turbos love this episode thank you lads
that backing track is driving me nuts
The big American boats with 29” monster pizza drums are called “Donks.” Now, I’m not an expert on that subject but I guess Scotto from Hoonigan had produced a magazine all about them.
Cheers from Murrica! 🖖😎👍
Faaaaark!
I love the twin turbos😮
I hope this car never ends
I do love the Nissan factory. The Crowns are alright too I guess, but apples and tomatoes next to a Z.
Next up, SR16VE into a Micra perhaps? :D
Your so knowledgeable Alan Respect!
had to do some similar work to my Z32 shift bracket mated to my 2jz. Very cool to see such a great engine in the Z. L6 motors are just proper in our Z's!
I definitely would buy a “nissan bracket factory” t-shirt :)
Gonna miss you Al. We need a turbo yoda compilation dating back to the early days of him telling Marty what his RS stood for 💔
I think I might have a spare peddle box in the shed. I'll have a look over the weekend
Yes please.
Al, this car is going to be great fun. Loving this build guys!
love it, just needs some green hks mushroom filters on those turbskis for the nostalgia
I think this is necessary
Killer build!
Im a Volvo Guy, but this car, with a straight six is something i could own.
I had the qrde25 from an ser spec v roasted cars with twice as much engine, naturally aspirated I wish I still had that deal
One of the few cars I hate to work on. Going twins again is crazy. Single turbo VQ35DE would have been a good choice.
looking very sharp there Al 👌