Guest Anonymous Posted July 16, 2001 Share Posted July 16, 2001 I just got an 81 280zx and im thinking of doing the chevy 350 swap. is there anything i should know from anyone thats done this swap before? I'm also curious on the performance difference there is between the v8 and the 6 cylinder already in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavyZ Posted July 16, 2001 Share Posted July 16, 2001 Let's just say you'll be shocked! There are nearly no similarities between the characteristics of the two motors. The Chevy just has a lot of good low end grunt and kicks some serious tail in a Z. This has been successfully done before by a number of members on the forum. First off, buy the JTR book and read it--the book applies to the 1st gen cars, but it will give you a good outline and graphic illustration about what is involved with the swap. Next, use the search function and find threads with Ross Corrigan's posts--he has a pretty wicked 280ZX V8 conversion. The search function is the best way to learn about this stuff--all the good info is archived. Good luck! Davy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted July 16, 2001 Share Posted July 16, 2001 hey thanks man ill do that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted July 16, 2001 Share Posted July 16, 2001 I see you found the forum, eh? Stick with these guys, and ya really can't go wrong! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fl327 Posted July 16, 2001 Share Posted July 16, 2001 do it, but make sure its what you really want, davy can tell you that its a lot of work to get it rolling.the zx is actually a really good swap candidate, tougher suspension, already has the good rearend, more insulation, and newer-less rust!!!! Leonard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danc Posted July 16, 2001 Share Posted July 16, 2001 RADTAD I'm in the process of finishing an 83 conversion. I posted some lessons learned on 27 June that may be of some help. There are several ZX guys on the forum who know a whole lot more than I do, but I would be happy to offer and help I can.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted July 17, 2001 Share Posted July 17, 2001 man its great i found you guys, i'm alot more confident going into this with this type of support. thanks again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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