1978 Datsun 260Z - Restoration

1978 Datsun 260Z - Restoration

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Samjeev

725 posts

121 months

Friday 1st July 2016
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adz9 said:
Cheers guys!

I have, I want genuine Watanabes and Im determined to get some and not run replicas!

Engine wise I want to keep it straight six so I have the original L26 with a lumpy cam and some big carbs to go in. I might look at going L28 in the future.

Ive picked up a second shell which is much rougher than mine was when I first got it so Im looking at maybe engine swapping that one!
Sounds like its going to be fantastic.
Have you got Door Mirrors or front Wing Mirrors? Can't see the images while replying smile

Having 2 Classic Z cars, one a classic restoration running correct wheels, tires, styling and engine would be great and another with a modern engine swap (preferably still a japanese engine) modern styled wheels (They're so cliche but I love Volk TE37's), modern brakes & suspension to handle any increased power from the new engine and maybe some body modifications like arch extensions, rear window louvres and the lower front splitter/bumper addon if you're interested in that kind of thing would be perfect.