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toddnappi · 04-05-2002, 09:24 AM

Here's some pictures and detail about my 240 and its mods. Let me know what you think.

Engine:

Jacob's Electronics ICE Pak

Magnacore Spark Plug Wires

AC Delco Platinum Spark Plugs

Injen Short Ram Intake

Injen Cold Air Extension

Red Anotized Oil Cap

Red Silicone Hose Set

Taylor Polyethylene Red Wire Loom Assortment

ASP Underdrive Pulley

Suspension/Brakes:

OBX Front Strut Tower Bar

Eibach Pro-Kit Lowering Springs

Tokico Shocks

White GAB 16"x8" 2-piece Rims

Kuhmo ECSTA Supra 712 225x50x16 (Front) Tires

Kuhmo ECSTA Supra 712 225x45x16 (Rear) Tires

Goodridge Braided Brake Lines

Exterior:

Shaved Dealer Logos

C-West Ram Air Headlight Cover

Clear Bumper Lights

Shaved Nissan Body Stickers & Pinstriping

Shaved Front and Rear Side Turn Signals

Pivot Headlight Adjuster

Interior:

Painted Interior Console White

Autechnica Silver & Black Pedals

Autechnica Silver & Black Dead Pedal

Kenwood eXcelon Z828 Head Unit

Infinity Kappa 462.3cfp 4"x6" 2-way Plate Speakers

Infinity Kappa 60.2cs 6-1/2" Component System

Indiglo Gauges

Valentine 1 Radar Detector (Hardwired)

*sykikchimp* · 04-05-2002, 09:43 AM

coool.  It's nice to see a well done convertible.  Kinda Rare.

Can I ask why did you put lower profile tires on the rear than the front?  Also - you need to get that ram-air headlight painted.

diabolic hippo · 04-05-2002, 10:30 AM

looks good, don't see to many convertables, ditto paint your ram air headlight,

240meowth · 04-05-2002, 02:40 PM

ahh 94, limited edition? wow...  iirc theres only like 1600 of these guys produced or something  very rare, must of paid good money for it

toddnappi · 04-05-2002, 03:34 PM

I bought my rims/tires local and the guy already had the tires on... he said it was a "drifter" technique. Oh well. When I have to buy new ones I'll just get 45's all around.

The entire car is going in to be painted metallic white within a few months. The previous owner had some minor accidents which need to be repaired, and I will be filling in all of the body lines so it will be off-color. In the end it will look very clean and very sweet.

Yah, there was about 1100-1200 convertibles produced in 94 I think, and probably less than 10% had leather seats, so I think it's pretty rare. Paid $7500 in September 2000 with 70k miles.

Thanks for all the comments!

Natty · 04-05-2002, 06:51 PM

</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (toddnappi @ April 04 2002,5:34)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Yah, there was about 1100-1200 convertibles produced in 94 I think, and probably less than 10% had leather seats, so I think it's pretty rare.</td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'>
Wish my leatehr seats lkooked like that! Mine have seen alot os ass  <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/cry.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt='

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**mrmephistopheles** · 04-05-2002, 07:24 PM

w00t! kinda rare to see a well done convertible..  Now..  to swap out that automagic for a manual, add some nice Z brakes (for those extra 300 pounds)!

my240likenoother · 04-06-2002, 03:05 PM

</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (toddnappi @ April 04 2002,11:24)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Suspension/Brakes:

OBX Front Strut Tower Bar

Eibach Pro-Kit Lowering Springs

Tokico Shocks

White GAB 16"x8" 2-piece Rims

Kuhmo ECSTA Supra 712 225x50x16 (Front) Tires

Kuhmo ECSTA Supra 712 225x45x16 (Rear) Tires</td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'>
y did you put a smaller tire in the rear???

DrDubbleB · 04-06-2002, 03:21 PM

He already answered that question my240likenoother.  I think it's a good looking car!  If I were you, since those are the same size rims, I would just go ahead and switch the tires around though because it is kind of odd to have larger tires on the front (even if it is minimal).

I really like the look of the white on white rims though, that's what I had planned also! <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/sly.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':sly:'>

In all honesty though, I think that you need to do more to the interior because just having the center console white is looking kind of bad right now, IMO.  But one step at a time...looking good so far! <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt='

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toddnappi · 04-06-2002, 07:28 PM

</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (DrDubbleB @ April 07 2002,4:21)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">In all honesty though, I think that you need to do more to the interior because just having the center console white is looking kind of bad right now, IMO. But one step at a time...looking good so far! <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt='

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I'm not a big fan of "all-out" interiors. I like a pretty stock appearance. I have indiglo gauges, believe me when I say I debated for a long time whether to do it. What do you mean do more though? Like gauges, etc, or <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/confused.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt='???'>

I will just stick with my current tire setup until I need to buy new ones, since I just dropped a lot of money and still need to save for a 5sp swap and paint job.

OH YAH - Give the convertible a break, it's not that heavy! I let my friend drive my car yesterday and he said it had good pep but what really impressed him were the brakes. I have Goodridge lines which seemed to do a noticable increase in stopping power and will soon be picking up some Hawk or Endless pads.

04-05-2002, 09:43 AM	#2
sykikchimp WOW addicted Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: the moon Age: 44 Posts: 6,525 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	coool.  It's nice to see a well done convertible.  Kinda Rare. Can I ask why did you put lower profile tires on the rear than the front?  Also - you need to get that ram-air headlight painted. __________________

04-05-2002, 02:40 PM	#4
240meowth Nissanaholic! Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: torrance, ca Age: 41 Posts: 2,407 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	ahh 94, limited edition? wow...  iirc theres only like 1600 of these guys produced or something  very rare, must of paid good money for it __________________

04-05-2002, 06:51 PM	#6
Natty Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 944 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (toddnappi @ April 04 2002,5:34)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Yah, there was about 1100-1200 convertibles produced in 94 I think, and probably less than 10% had leather seats, so I think it's pretty rare.</td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'> Wish my leatehr seats lkooked like that! Mine have seen alot os ass  <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/cry.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=''> __________________ 1991 White 240sx Fastback LE, rusty spoiler, weak driveshaft, exhaust rattle.... Rattles are just your cars way of saying 'I love you.'

04-06-2002, 03:21 PM	#9
DrDubbleB Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 1,119 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	He already answered that question my240likenoother.  I think it's a good looking car!  If I were you, since those are the same size rims, I would just go ahead and switch the tires around though because it is kind of odd to have larger tires on the front (even if it is minimal). I really like the look of the white on white rims though, that's what I had planned also! <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/sly.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':sly:'> In all honesty though, I think that you need to do more to the interior because just having the center console white is looking kind of bad right now, IMO.  But one step at a time...looking good so far! <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=''>

04-06-2002, 07:28 PM	#10
toddnappi Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: NJ Age: 40 Posts: 439 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (DrDubbleB @ April 07 2002,4:21)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">In all honesty though, I think that you need to do more to the interior because just having the center console white is looking kind of bad right now, IMO. But one step at a time...looking good so far! <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=''></td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'> I'm not a big fan of "all-out" interiors. I like a pretty stock appearance. I have indiglo gauges, believe me when I say I debated for a long time whether to do it. What do you mean do more though? Like gauges, etc, or <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/confused.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt='???'> I will just stick with my current tire setup until I need to buy new ones, since I just dropped a lot of money and still need to save for a 5sp swap and paint job. OH YAH - Give the convertible a break, it's not that heavy! I let my friend drive my car yesterday and he said it had good pep but what really impressed him were the brakes. I have Goodridge lines which seemed to do a noticable increase in stopping power and will soon be picking up some Hawk or Endless pads.

04-05-2002, 09:24 AM	#1
toddnappi Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: NJ Age: 40 Posts: 439 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Here's some pictures and detail about my 240 and its mods. Let me know what you think. Engine: Jacob's Electronics ICE Pak Magnacore Spark Plug Wires AC Delco Platinum Spark Plugs Injen Short Ram Intake Injen Cold Air Extension Red Anotized Oil Cap Red Silicone Hose Set Taylor Polyethylene Red Wire Loom Assortment ASP Underdrive Pulley Suspension/Brakes: OBX Front Strut Tower Bar Eibach Pro-Kit Lowering Springs Tokico Shocks White GAB 16"x8" 2-piece Rims Kuhmo ECSTA Supra 712 225x50x16 (Front) Tires Kuhmo ECSTA Supra 712 225x45x16 (Rear) Tires Goodridge Braided Brake Lines Exterior: Shaved Dealer Logos C-West Ram Air Headlight Cover Clear Bumper Lights Shaved Nissan Body Stickers & Pinstriping Shaved Front and Rear Side Turn Signals Pivot Headlight Adjuster Interior: Painted Interior Console White Autechnica Silver & Black Pedals Autechnica Silver & Black Dead Pedal Kenwood eXcelon Z828 Head Unit Infinity Kappa 462.3cfp 4"x6" 2-way Plate Speakers Infinity Kappa 60.2cs 6-1/2" Component System Indiglo Gauges Valentine 1 Radar Detector (Hardwired)

04-05-2002, 10:30 AM	#3
diabolic hippo Leaky Injector Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 76 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	looks good, don't see to many convertables, ditto paint your ram air headlight,

04-05-2002, 03:34 PM	#5
toddnappi Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: NJ Age: 40 Posts: 439 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I bought my rims/tires local and the guy already had the tires on... he said it was a "drifter" technique. Oh well. When I have to buy new ones I'll just get 45's all around. The entire car is going in to be painted metallic white within a few months. The previous owner had some minor accidents which need to be repaired, and I will be filling in all of the body lines so it will be off-color. In the end it will look very clean and very sweet. Yah, there was about 1100-1200 convertibles produced in 94 I think, and probably less than 10% had leather seats, so I think it's pretty rare. Paid $7500 in September 2000 with 70k miles. Thanks for all the comments!

04-06-2002, 03:05 PM	#8
my240likenoother Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 1,261 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (toddnappi @ April 04 2002,11:24)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Suspension/Brakes: OBX Front Strut Tower Bar Eibach Pro-Kit Lowering Springs Tokico Shocks White GAB 16"x8" 2-piece Rims Kuhmo ECSTA Supra 712 225x50x16 (Front) Tires Kuhmo ECSTA Supra 712 225x45x16 (Rear) Tires</td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'> y did you put a smaller tire in the rear???