{"id":123028,"date":"2024-11-07T06:00:40","date_gmt":"2024-11-07T12:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/engineswapdepot.com\/?p=123028"},"modified":"2024-11-06T18:34:05","modified_gmt":"2024-11-07T00:34:05","slug":"1977-datsun-280z-with-a-turbo-vg33-v6","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/engineswapdepot.com\/?p=123028","title":{"rendered":"1977 Datsun 280Z with a Turbo VG33 V6"},"content":{"rendered":"

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This 1977 Datsun 280Z originally came with 2.8 L L28 inline-six. It is now powered by a turbocharged 3.3 L VG33E V6<\/a> featuring ported heads, custom intake, 3-inch exhaust, and Megasquirt ECU. The motor is paired to a FS5W71C five-speed manual transmission. From there power is sent to a R200 limited-slip differential with 3.70 ratio and Wolf Creek Racing axles. The car’s suspension features ST Suspensions front springs, electric power steering, and upgraded sway bars. The rear suspension uses parts from Apex Engineered and Techno Toy Tuning. The car rides on Falken Azenis RT615K+ 225\/50 tires mounted on Epsilon 16-inch wheels. On the inside you find a Nardi steering wheel on a quick-release hub in front of Speedhut gauges. The unique 280Z can be found on Bring a Trailer<\/a>. <\/p>\n

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This 1977 Datsun 280Z originally came with 2.8 L L28 inline-six. It is now powered by a turbocharged 3.3 L VG33E V6 featuring ported heads, custom intake, 3-inch exhaust, and Megasquirt ECU. The motor is paired to a FS5W71C five-speed manual transmission. 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