240zip Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 I came into possession of an actual NOS Nissan OEM 280Z hood. It had sat in a storage shed in Pueblo, Colorado since 1986 and is still in the battleship gray primer with the Nissan part code and sticker on the underside. It does not appear to have ever been placed on a car. I'm considering putting it on my orange 240Z. I would paint the vents a satin black to match the front and rear spoiler on the car. My car is undergoing a turbo motor swap. With respect to this 280Z hood, I'm not sure if the vents are actually functional as I've never owned a 280Z. My other option is to try and fix my 240Z hood which just isn't working out. It's a bit rusty, has been worked on, and I think even with 20 hours of metal work will not be 1/2 the hood this OEM one is. I'm concerned about originality, but since I already swapped the motor, transmission, and differential - I kinda think that ship has sailed. Does any one have a picture of a 240Z (orange) with the 280Z hood for comparison? Any opinions: looks, functionality, etc.? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PLATA Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 Plenty on the web and car magazines .>>>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240zip Posted November 13, 2013 Author Share Posted November 13, 2013 I was specifically interested in a 280Z hood on a 240Z. I didn't see any discussions specific to that topic. Saw lots on the factor hood scoop option for the 1973 240Z. I also looked at the magazine. I've seen the black hoods on the 240Zs (orange) but not the 280Z hood. Was just wondering why it wasn't more common. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PLATA Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 (edited) ^^^ H2O accumulation , no need for extra rust contaminant Edited November 13, 2013 by PLATA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tamo3 Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 It does not matter 280z or 240z. hood size fender size are same and interchangeable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240zip Posted November 13, 2013 Author Share Posted November 13, 2013 I understand they are interchangeable. Is there any reason you would NOT want to put the 280Z hood on a 240Z that's having a turbo (280ZXT) swap? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BitchinZ Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 I would prefer the 280 hood, the vents do move some hot air out. Itll look good and is better than a rusty original hood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miles Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 (edited) 72 240Z 350 SBC with 280Z hood and MSA vents. Why would you not use a 280Z hood? Edited November 13, 2013 by Miles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
z-ya Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 Or, put 240Z bumpers on a 280Z . It accomplishes the same look. I like the look, but the vents are fragile, and crack easily. I ran a 240Z hood on my 240Z turbo car. Zero problems related to heat after 50+ track events. So if you like the look, go for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bartman Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 I am running a 280Z hood on my 240Z. It does help cool the engine compartment, but the vent studs seem to be easily broken off. I've tried to restud mine a few times - but it's still not holding. If you like the look of the aftermarket vents you can go that route - but I prefer the look of the original vents. As you stated - you really don't have to worry about keeping the car original - so running a 280Z hood on a 240Z is a good upgrade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miles Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 Hood vent solution: http://www.thezstore.com/page/TZS/PROD/30-7099 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hypertek Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 Something more aggressive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240zip Posted November 14, 2013 Author Share Posted November 14, 2013 I saw that Motorsport Auto hood vent 'solution'. I also have OEM (new) vents that came with the hood. Based on the pictures (thanks) I'll likely go with the 280Z hood. I like that MSA vent. It's a bit more of a modern look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bartman Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 If you're not going to use them - How much do you want for your OEM (new) vents? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240zip Posted November 14, 2013 Author Share Posted November 14, 2013 I didn't mean to imply that I wasn't going to use them. I just thought the MSA vents were cool. Haven't decided on which direction I'll go just yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zfan1 Posted December 7, 2013 Share Posted December 7, 2013 I louvered my stock 240Z hood, loved the look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RB26powered74zcar Posted December 7, 2013 Share Posted December 7, 2013 Hood vent solution: http://www.thezstore.com/page/TZS/PROD/30-7099 I have a brand new pair of these vents from thezstore I'll let go. $95 + ship/PP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240zdan Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 I am running the 280z hood and it allows rainwater to drip onto my turbo. Makes for a nice steam show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240zip Posted December 20, 2013 Author Share Posted December 20, 2013 I ended up going with the non-vented hood. I now have an OEM NOS 280Z hood that's going to be sold off. Hopefully someone in the Colorado area can use one. I don't want to ship this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvilC Posted December 23, 2013 Share Posted December 23, 2013 240zip send me a pm, your inbox is full. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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