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1978 Datsun 280Z 'RB26 Swap'

Listed for $26,000Sold
1978 Datsun 280Z 'RB26 Swap'

Overview

With over $50k invested into the engine alone, this 280Z track car revs to 8,800RPM and offers 588hp at the wheels on 110 octane. The motor is a RB26DETT out of an R32 Skyline GT-R and it has been built from the pistons out and balanced to 10k RPM. It was built to handle 1,200hp with larger turbos and bigger injectors. The body includes a custom carbon fiber front end and 14" wider body made partially of fiberglass. We are confident that this Z is as fun to drive as it is fast.

  • Unspecified
  • Clean
  • 2.6L Turbo Inline-6
  • 5-Speed Manual
  • White/Carbon
  • Black/White
  • Private Party
  • Clackamas, OR
  • Sold

Modifications

  • •R32 Skyline RB26DETT Engine
  • •HKS GT2530 Turbochargers (X2)
  • •AEM V1 Engine Mangement System
  • •AEM 3.5 Bar Map Sensor
  • •Splitfire Coil Packs
  • •CP Pistons 9.0:1 Ceramic Coated
  • •Manley Connecting Rods
  • •ACL Race Bearings
  • •Race-prepped Crankshaft
  • •Crank Collar
  • •JUN Machine Shop Oil Pump
  • •N1 Water Pump
  • •CX Racing 7.5qt Rear Sump Oil Pan
  • •Ported / Polished Cylinder Head
  • •Tomei Camshafts
  • •HKS Cam Gears
  • •Tomei Solid Lifters
  • •GReddy Timing Belt
  • •Ported / Matched Exhaust Manifolds
  • •3" Stainless Downpipe
  • •Custom Stainless Mufflers
  • •Side Exit Exhaust
  • •Apexi Blow-off Valves (X2)
  • •4-Core Aluminum Radiator
  • •Autopower 6-Point Roll Cage
  • •12 Gallon ATL Fuel Cell
  • •Walbro 255 Fuel Pumps (X2)
  • •NISMO Adjustable Fuel Regulator
  • •R34 5-Speed Transmission
  • •HKS Twin Disc Clutch
  • •Custom Drive Shaft W/ Spicer Joints
  • •R200 Differential 3.90:1
  • •Z31 Rear CV Axle Conversion
  • •NISMO Extended Lug Studs
  • •Wilwood Superlite Calipers
  • •Hawk Blue Pads
  • •MOMO Acropolis Seat (Medium)
  • •Wide Body Kit (+14")
  • •Carbon Fiber Front Fenders
  • •Carbon Fiber Front Bumper
  • •Carbon Fiber Front End
  • •Fiberglass Hood / Rear Fenders
  • •Carbon Fiber Touring Wing
  • •Titanium Tow Hooks
  • •Tokico 5-Way Adjustable Strut Cartradges
  • •MSA Coilover Conversion
  • •Pillow Ball Camber Plates
  • •Aluminium Adjustable Front Control Arms
  • •Quickor Suspension Sway Bars
  • •17" CCW 3-Piece Wheels

Recent Maintenance

  • •New Rubber Seals Throughout
  • •Odyssey Dry Cell Battery
  • •Rebuilt Turbochargers
  • •Turbo Cooler Water Lines
  • •Clutch Friction Plates
  • •New Differential
  • •Front / Rear Wheel Bearings

Known Flaws

  • •Rear brakes / rotors may need replacing
  • •Right rear strut cartridge is blown
  • •Oil temp gauge broken
SoldListed for $26,000
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