Sport Z Issue #7
Features
18 Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda had a V8
In our never-ending search for prime examples of well-engineered modified Z cars, we strive to bring you the best of the breed. Cars that you can drool on. Inspirations for your own dream project. And, of course, Zs that essentially cause instant vaporization of the kneecaps when seen up close. Mike Kojima stumbled on just such a vehicle: Rick Johnson’s Chevy V8-powered 1973 240Z.
24 Performance Driving 101
Most Z owners have daydreamed of taking their car out on the track and running flat out. In this article by veteran racer Donn Vickrey, we show you newbies how to get started in high-performance driving and how to prepare for your first track experience.
30 Lady and the Tramp
Two 300ZXs. One, a thing of opulent beauty: a twin turbo pumped up with juicy modifications. The other, a lightweight, stripped-down, normally aspirated car with its share of performance mods. Which Z32 is best prepared to not only survive but also drink from the chalice of victory? The lady or the tramp? Or both?
Tech & Racing
36 Under the Hood - Restoration
29 Detailing Tips & Trick from the Pros
Justin McBee gathered 29 dead-on detailing tips from the two top pros in automotive detailing: Griot’s Garage and Avalon Racing.
38 Under the Hood – Performance
Installing Coil Overs in First-Generation Z Cars
Ken Jones tells you step by step how to turn your early Z car into a track champion with this popular suspension mod.
43 Pylon Alley – Motorsports
The Inside Line
The little rotary in the Mazda RX7 gets a judging boost as Donn Vickrey provides a preview of the 2002 racing season.
44 Under the Hood – Performance
Cheap & Easy: Three Z31 Budget Mods for Under $100
For the first-generation 300ZX, Rich Kierig has three Viagra-like mods that will give your aging Z renewed performance—for less than $100 each.
48 Under the Hood – Performance
3.1-liter Stroker Dynoed
Ken Jones built his stroker for less than $4K. Now he’s put the car to the numbers test. So was the investment worth it?
Departments
From the Publisher 5
Pedestrian Crossing 6
Shifting Gears 9
Z Car Centerfold 28
Ed’s Garage 50
Club Zone 52
Last Writes 55
