I thought the 2+2 wasn't offered in 1979. I have 2 of them 79 and 82 and an 82 turbo that I stripped for parts for a turbo conversion someday. I've never liked what Datsun did with the body lines on the 2+2. All they had to do was drop the rear seats down and back a bit and they wouldn't have had to do that to the body lines. Even the 280Z 2+2 didn't have bad body lines, but they did that to the ZX 2+2 when they didn't have to. Look at the rear seats of other small cars. That RB20DET is a monster, good find there, you'll have some fun with that.
Mate I agree! Why mess with the lines so bad. I have a series 2 rx7 and the back seats fit the same as if they were in a 240z so why butcher the shape! Thanks for watching
I actually own this beast now haha! She's up in sunny cairns. In the process of fitting a refurb head as the exhaust cam was cooked. Loom wiring is an absolute nightmare, tidying up that also. In the process of cutting all the rust-bog out and will end up fabricating some new rails as the old ones are completely flattened lol. Hopefully bring her back to life!
The Dirty Datto eh? When they came out everyone was hoping for a big power upgrade, didn't happen so again you had the 100mph looks but not a lot to back it up! RB20 plus turbo..... noice! The binding up is the lsd diff, just a bit tired, but what a platform! Giddy up fella!
Thanks a lot for watching and taking the time to comment Mark. Yeah I’m glad it’s got a somewhat powerful engine, I’ve had a couple of RB20det powered Silvia’s when I was younger and they went well! Man, the diff was weird, I agree it’s just tired though - just needed to settle down as we drove off. Thanks for watching!
Mate this gem is up for sale just chasing a little info before I travel to look at it how bad was the rust and the underbody. In you other video you said it was rough are we meaning needs love or its rooted
It had its fair share of rust mate. Under the seats, in the roof etc. depends on what you are looking for but I would definitely ask whoever owns it to send photos of it if you’re going for a big drive
I find it hard to believe that this is actually a 280zx are you sure it's not a 280z? It's just the back that like like the z and not the zx with the big black thing
@@James_z32 ig the RB20 is cheaper than an RB25. I planned out an RB25DET (manual) swap and talked to people who have done it before, and $12k is a realistic number. $5k for the engine, $600 for the engine mounts, $600 for a wiring harness, and all the little shit like hoses, intercoolers, radiators, etc.
The Driver's Lounge t tops are such a bother with the leaking and the rust, so I defiantly feel u there, I personally own a 79 280zx 2 seater slick top, and I’ve loved it since I picked it ip
Absolutely beautiful car man even with it being rough around the edges, just dont see 280zx's getting the love they deserve
Hey bro, thanks for the comment! It was definitely an awesome car. I enjoyed owning it.
Thanks for watching!
I thought the 2+2 wasn't offered in 1979. I have 2 of them 79 and 82 and an 82 turbo that I stripped for parts for a turbo conversion someday. I've never liked what Datsun did with the body lines on the 2+2. All they had to do was drop the rear seats down and back a bit and they wouldn't have had to do that to the body lines. Even the 280Z 2+2 didn't have bad body lines, but they did that to the ZX 2+2 when they didn't have to. Look at the rear seats of other small cars. That RB20DET is a monster, good find there, you'll have some fun with that.
Mate I agree! Why mess with the lines so bad. I have a series 2 rx7 and the back seats fit the same as if they were in a 240z so why butcher the shape! Thanks for watching
I actually own this beast now haha! She's up in sunny cairns. In the process of fitting a refurb head as the exhaust cam was cooked. Loom wiring is an absolute nightmare, tidying up that also. In the process of cutting all the rust-bog out and will end up fabricating some new rails as the old ones are completely flattened lol. Hopefully bring her back to life!
Sweet, hope to see this cruising around Cairns! Wish I still had my 280.
That rear bumper is so nice. My 280zx has a big ass black bumper and I don't know what to do with it.
I didn’t shave it but I don’t think would be too hard man! Give it a go
That is the cleanest 2+2 I've seen
Good from afar!
Why wheels are u runing? Car looks really nice 👍
Better get some longer wheel lug bolts before you track it. Wouldnt want you to hurt yourself
Mexico always look different in every video
Datsun 280 are awesome
The Dirty Datto eh? When they came out everyone was hoping for a big power upgrade, didn't happen so again you had the 100mph looks but not a lot to back it up! RB20 plus turbo..... noice! The binding up is the lsd diff, just a bit tired, but what a platform! Giddy up fella!
Thanks a lot for watching and taking the time to comment Mark.
Yeah I’m glad it’s got a somewhat powerful engine, I’ve had a couple of RB20det powered Silvia’s when I was younger and they went well!
Man, the diff was weird, I agree it’s just tired though - just needed to settle down as we drove off.
Thanks for watching!
if the 20det blows up do a d25det swap
What ecu u are running ? And the injectors?
Mate this gem is up for sale just chasing a little info before I travel to look at it how bad was the rust and the underbody. In you other video you said it was rough are we meaning needs love or its rooted
It had its fair share of rust mate. Under the seats, in the roof etc. depends on what you are looking for but I would definitely ask whoever owns it to send photos of it if you’re going for a big drive
@@thedriverslounge3147 thanks for the reply mate i will keep that in mind
I find it hard to believe that this is actually a 280zx are you sure it's not a 280z? It's just the back that like like the z and not the zx with the big black thing
how much was this putting out? if youve done a dyno
hey man I'm doing the same swap, but missing the oil pan and exhaust what do you recommend, it's my first built car.
Hey mate! I would just source a pan off of Facebook and just get an exhaust made up how you like it! Best of luck!!
how much did this engine swap cost you? im wanting to upgrade form the L28
Hey man I bought it like this - Dave
The rb20 is the cheapest swap besides an l28 turbo you can do. Expect something like 4-5k bare minimum.
@@James_z32 Thats for the motor lol, the full swap will total you near $12k USD if you do it yourself.
@@jaggerjdm9787 a year ago it could be done for that. Now its more like 5k with minir bolt ons. Idk where you got 12k from lol
@@James_z32 ig the RB20 is cheaper than an RB25. I planned out an RB25DET (manual) swap and talked to people who have done it before, and $12k is a realistic number. $5k for the engine, $600 for the engine mounts, $600 for a wiring harness, and all the little shit like hoses, intercoolers, radiators, etc.
2/2やんZはやっぱ2シ―タ―ですよね❗💨
What coil overs are you running ?
Hey bro, they were Tien’s in the rear, front we’re just lowered springs 🤙🏻 Thanks for watching!
It looks like the upper mount was re-drilled for just two bolts which would likely be Nissan S13 rear coilovers. It is a common swap for the 280ZX
Any idea what front splitter that is?
Hey bro no idea I am sorry. I think there are splitters called Kamei or something. Might be a place to start?
Do you know if the trans is from the rb or l28
Hey bro it was a 20det box
Why is there so many 2+2’s in Australia
I wish there were more 2 seaters. The hardest ones to find are the hard tops like that one. Most are targas
The Driver's Lounge t tops are such a bother with the leaking and the rust, so I defiantly feel u there, I personally own a 79 280zx 2 seater slick top, and I’ve loved it since I picked it ip
That’s sick man, definitely the pick of the bunch. Thanks for watching!
The Driver's Lounge my pleasure, good luck with it mate 👍
Oop the front wheel is on the wrong way
It’s always had a Nissan motor
Why do people keep their damn engine bay so fucking dirty lol
Not sure hey. Takes 5 mins to degrease
Your from Australia Mexico my ass
Thanks for watching, Amigo
The 2+2 look so horrible
Hey what rear bumper are you runnin?
Hey bro it had no rear bumper. Was just smoothed out