Thank You so much for all your replies! I'm going to go ahead with this project. . Unfortunately I'm not very mechanically inclined and I'm still learning- so it's probably not worth it to try anything on my own
I'm currently looking for a 280Z, preferably one without an engine/trans, in good enough condition for the swap- as most my $ will be going to mechanics for labor .. CJ- I'm in Hawthorne, CA. . Question is, should I find a mechanic who specializes in "muscle" cars or one who specializes in Z's lol.. I've gotten two "no can do's" so far- so the search continues
Thank You again for your advice- I will study what's on here and see if I can work up the confidence to try. At least it will be a good excuse to buy all sorts of neat tools lol