jeff1216

I am back and forth on leaving the l28 in the 280 or doing the V8 conversion. Anyone have any idea how much it would cost to do a total rebuild with a slight hop up on the L28?

What website do I go to order valve seats for my 78 280.....I also need to order a clutch. Thanx in advance. I am sooooo on the fence in regards to dropping a small block into this car........................................................If I do alot of the work myself what will the total cost be to rebuild the L28 engine? What mods do I need to the motor to achieve 200 hp. I am looking for a detailed list of what I need to do and what parts I need to purchase. I am ready to start this project asap......The faster I can get a list of parts and suppliers the better the chances of my Z staying a Z and not a hybrid :classic:

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I just purchased my first Z car 1978 Z with a 5 speed What is the stock engine in this car? Rear end?

By the way........................I need a gas tank and I need to re-do the passenger side floor pan. (was not a good replacement job) Also need a new exhaust system and some head work in the very very near future. CoastGuard I may have a lead on a 260.............Very straight body....no motor. The guy was going to do a V8 conversion and I beleive he lost interest. I will make a call tomorrow if you like. Car is in Summerville.

Here is the new ride.........This is the Auto Trader Pic :classic:

Yep....It was the green one from the auto trader........You are gonna crap when I tell you what I paid...................................... Lets just say less than the asking price of the one you are looking at :classic: He handed me receipts of over $5k of resto work....paint job alone was $2500.00 last year. Just made an offer and he took it....... I am a happy happy happy happy man!

Picked up a 78 280z today......95% restored... it needs a new gas tank. what is a good option for a tank?

I hate to say it.......but Passenger side rocker is toast......................I kinda stopped looking hard after that.........................floor pans are toast. I am in the same boat as you.......I am looking for a good deal on a restorable car. I will tell ya though................ I talked to the guy on the phone today. I think you could get the car for $500.00 At that price you should take a hard look at picking it up. The car is off of Harborview behind the Piggly Wiggly.

I am in Charleston,SC and I stopped by James Island today to take a peak at the 240. She needs a good bit of work...........................Lots o rust. Be careful.