2ManyZs -

I have a N47 head from a '78 280 - no michanical fuel pump access is machined in it.

- Jeff

Hmm, that's what I get for "arse"uming things huh?

That really makes it odd then, they went from the N-42 with a mechanical pump boss, to the N-47 and P79 without and yet the next head in use had one for some reason. Before the P-90 was used on the Turbo's they actually used the N-42 since it didn't have the exhaust liners...... Then they changed to the P-90's, and then the P-90A's.....

I wonder if there is a difference in the N-47's that were used on the 280's compared to the N-47's that were used on the first generation Maximas as well?

2ManyZs -

My N47 head does have the place for the mechanical fuel pump - its just not cut out in the middle for the pump arm to go through.

The mounting bolt holes are there & taped.

- Jeff

Hmm, that is odd then... wonder if they did that for a reason?

malder,

Here's a link to someone who has a gas tank from an '83 280ZX for sale for $65 in OR: http://www.zcar.com/classifieds/class_parts/18385

I do not know if this will work/fit in your car but maybe someone here can answer that. Hope this helps.

Thanks! :classic: