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"Project Beer Can" turbo lsx 280z


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So I started this project back in October but I figured it's time throw it out there and see what everyone has to say.

1975 280z turbo lsx th400 8.8 swap.

 

Found this beauty in a car port coupe miles away

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Taking her home

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Didn't hesitate to start pulling her apart

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Motor out

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Jci mounts came in

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Start on the energy bushings

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First mock up, can't wait till it's for real

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Stated pulling the motor apart for new bearings and new guts

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All the go fast toys are starting to stack up, better start putting them on

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Gutted bay, ready for clean up

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Well I won't be needing this anymore

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In with the new

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Motor finally coming back together with some new goodies

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Billet rails turned out great

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Finally back in, time to start the fun part

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Poor man's tacking skills

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Well that escalated quickly

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Just a little street car. Hey it fits!

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More to follow soon, gonna be gone for about a month, but I'll be full throttle as soon as I return.

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Edited by streetrat18201
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X2 for the detailed 8.8 solid axle install....Ladder bar? I'd trade all of my TTT stuff now for a good solid 8.8 installed, I cringe at the thought of a clutch drop, even with good IRS parts.....

 

Nice start to your swap, should run great!

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