new datsun 280z project\

Discussion in 'General Community' started by Alex_ATL, Oct 15, 2007.

  1. Alex_ATL

    Alex_ATL Member

    needs some body work done but it's a fun car. 280z supercar ftw. Once the bodywork is dealt with it's going turbo it's a project so obviously there is a good bit of work to do.

    Right now it has
    l28e stock motor, newly rebuilt with all OEM parts
    dual electric fans
    new radiator
    cold air intake
    old school nismo headers
    5spd
    3" exhaust with 18" resonator, stainless tip
    racing seats with harnesses
    fuel cell
    RSTB
    FSB
    RSB
    Tokico Springs
    KYB strut inserts
    h4 headlight conversion
    new steering rack
    MSD blaster ignition
    sportmax 002 wheels 16x8
    fuzion ZRI 225 50 16

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  2. AtlxPat

    AtlxPat Active Member

    very nice, my friends dad has one that he restored. If you need body parts from what he said the best place for 280z parts is in Tennessee?
     
  3. Sparta

    Sparta Active Member

    In columbus I knew a guy who put a rotary in one of these. Sick. He also did an Ae86 and another Datsun. Can't wait to see it done! Have fun!
     
  4. A 1978 280z was my first car.

    I've daydreamed often of getting one and restoring it and tuning it up. definitely keep us updated on your progress.
     
  5. baddriver

    baddriver Active Member

    That looks like a great project car.

    I heard mention of people dropping Ford 302 V8's in 280Z's.

    I woudn't think that motor would fit, or it would through the F/R weight distro way off.

    Has anyone heard of this?
     
  6. Alex_ATL

    Alex_ATL Member

    most people drop in 350s if they drop in v8s... popular swap and they make conversion kits. Personally i like to keep it nissan. I'll be going turbo
     
  7. Matt

    Matt Think before you post Staff Member Supporting Member

    RB25 FTW!!!

    Nice ride. That looks like it may be a fun project. Want/need any help, let me know!
     
  8. XanRules

    XanRules Active Member

    holy ****. Wow. That thing is gonna be a BEAST.

    I wanna help :D
     
  9. Alex

    Alex Community Founder Staff Member

    That's awesome, let's 10th Street that ish up! Headlights look perfect for a retro, interior looks like it needs some work as well :)
     
  10. Alex_ATL

    Alex_ATL Member

    lol well if anyone wants to help, when i get going on the turbo conversion i know i'll need some help with tapping oil and or water lines and general wrench turning. beer and whatnot provided. And Alex i'll bring it by your place tomorrow you can glance at the lights. Interior wise nothing will be done except i'll prob put the door panels back on. It's stripped inside and in the engine bay so the thing is light for when it's running right :)
     
  11. Man, Z owners put EVERYTHING in them. 350's, LS2's, RB26dett's, RB25DET's, 3 rotor wankels, everything....
     

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