2017年4月18日 · This 1978 Datsun 280Z is a modified example now powered by a Ford 5.0L V8 that was installed by the seller. The seller has owned it for four years and has added 10k miles. Refinished in the original shade of Silver Metallic in 1997, the original safety bumpers have been replaced with earlier and slimmer units from a 240Z.

3 天之前 · With a measly curb. weight of around 2,800 lbs., the 280Z is a prime candidate for some amazing engine swaps and hobbyists have been throwing new engines into their 280Zs since its debut. Just about every possible engine swap you can think of for the 280z, someone has done it (or tried to) but some obviously work better than others.

2020年11月4日 · The blower and snout were ported, a larger 102mm throttle body was soon en-route, and a water methanol injection kit helped to squeeze the most out of the engine without risking detonation. With this setup, the 280Z spun a dynamometer with the power of 575 ponies, with nearly 600 lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels. Flexing her Legs

2024年10月24日 · The best engine for your Datsun 280Z depends on your taste, how well it performs, and your cash. Multiple 280Z fans choose the RB26DETT, LS V8, and 2JZ-GTE because they offer various speed levels, safety, and updatable software. No matter if you want a fast engine or one that is good for handling.

V8 Components for 70-78 240Z, 260Z, 280Z We are pleased to offer the Motorsport Engineering V-8 Conversion, which allows the installation of a small block Chevrolet engine into your Z-Car. These parts place the engine closest to the firewall for optimum weight distribution.

1978 Datsun 280z V8 swapped. 327 SBC is out of a 68’ Chevrolet. 600cfm edelbrock carb, shorty headers to magnaflow mufflers. Engine is stock and was a fresh rebuild 11,900 miles ago. Auto transmission, 700R4, B&M quick silver shifter.

Have a 280Z and are thinking about giving it an improvement under the hood or keeping its classic tone alive? You're in good hands. Engine swaps spice things up by adding power, improving reliability, or keeping that original appeal.

Rocket fueled zip for your first generation ZCAR, the 240, 260, 280 Z (not ZX). John's Cars ZCar components matched with the all aluminum GM LS V8 and overdrive transmission define AWESOME! This 100% bolt-in kit does not rely on the stock Datsun cross-member motor mount towers alone for strength. There is no welding required or recommended.

2014年7月28日 · The first 280z I build, about a year ago, was a 5.0 with a mustang 5 speed. Now its my daily driver and its tons of fun and very cheap to maintain. In order to convert a 1UZ to a manual transmission you have to use a MR2 (3SGTE) or 4Runner flywheel.

Datsun 280Z-Series Originally from Canada and comes with a Canadian metric odometer (Now titled in Illinois). Car has been completely mechanically overhauled and driven less than 500 miles since the July 2019 completion. Custom built V-8 (.60 over) with a T-5 manual transmission.