redfogo Posted November 28, 2017 Share #1 Posted November 28, 2017 I am in need of a 280zx shifter for my 82 5speed swap. I was sent a Z shifter with my trans and I just noticed that that wont work. It a S style shifter. I can trade if you want to trade otherwise I am open to a Sale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zed Head Posted November 28, 2017 Share #2 Posted November 28, 2017 1 hour ago, redfogo said: I am in need of a 280zx shifter for my 82 5speed swap. Are you sure? There is a ton on the site about using the 280Z shifters on the ZX 5 speeds with no problems. And a lot about how the ZX shifter doesn't work well in the Z's. Can't remember what car you're putting the trans in though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfogo Posted November 28, 2017 Author Share #3 Posted November 28, 2017 Going into a 280Z I will have to test it out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zed Head Posted November 28, 2017 Share #4 Posted November 28, 2017 Here's a good thread with lots of information. You might need to grind a small notch in the base of the shift lever. Beside that, it should work fine. Install new bushings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siteunseen Posted November 28, 2017 Share #5 Posted November 28, 2017 The inner rubber and outer pleather boots won't jive with a zx stock shifter. They're straight up where the boots are angled toward the rear of the car. I ground a notch in front and the backside on a Z shifter, works great now. Before it would pop out of 5th and reverse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfogo Posted November 29, 2017 Author Share #6 Posted November 29, 2017 I will have to grind down my shifter then thanks for the detail very helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now