zx versus z...will a ZX take a chevy small block?

[Guest Mizugori]

im hearing some scary news that a zx is apparently slightly different in shape than a z, as far as housing the engine...so can a 1983 280zx take a chevy (or even a ford) small block engine? without cutting the hood? how complicated, and where to start?

 

thanks a lot!!

[80LS1T]

Yes both a SBC and a SBF will fit. Heck there is even one guy on this board that has a small block mopar engine in his. There is no hood cutting required with the right set up.

 

Do a search for "280ZX V8" and start reading. There is a ton of info on this great site.

 

 

Guy

[spdsk8r]

Welcome Mizugori, The V-8 does fit in a ZX. I even have a Performer intake with a 1" spacer between it and a Holley 600dp. All this under the stock hood. Sure, it's tight but it does fit.

[buZy]

Sweet Hybridz ZX!