280zx manual conversion

Converting a Z With A/T to 4 or 5spd. Transmission. by: Jason Howard, IZCC # as of16 May The Following is a note related to converting an automatic transmission equiped Z to a 4 or 5spd. transmission. Sent to the IZCC's "Z Car List" by: Jason Howard, IZCC # Only mods that I had to make once I got the manual installed. This is the close-ratio ZX 5-speed with the 5th gear vs. Z 5 speed, which has the 5th. We can also provide Rivergate conversion kits for to convert the MGB to 5 speeds. (Call for details). The conversions will require a shortened / modified drive-shaft as this unit is about 31 inches in length.  · ZX (S) Forums - ZX Auto to Manual Swap Thread - Alright I had asked Bleach for the full writeup on doing the swap. He said he couldn't find it and said to create a new thread. Through searching I really couldn't find a specific thread that really gave the full info of what was needed and what needs to be.

hi. i converting my 78 z auto to a manual using a 75 z parts car. i was wondering if any one could give me some helpful hints before i get started, such as do i need to use a manual ecu, do i have do make any mods to the hole in the tranny tunnel where the shifter will go, or any good hints that will tell me what kind of condition the used tranny is in. thanks alot. With the auto crossmember, it should line up fine. 2 notes here about zx boxes, if you use one: 1, The bellhousing bolts need to be longer (Ie: get manual zx bellhousing bolts). 2, The transmission tunnel hole needs to be trimmed between 10 and 50 mm at the front edge. Install tailshaft. Should fit easily. Prices are in the back of the manual. Motor Mounts: Use Chevrolet mounts that came on S10 trucks with the V6, and Camaro’s with the V6. Similar mounts also came on Astro Vans with the V6.

Transmission parts for Datsun ZX (S) models. OEM Shifter Pin (Z / Z / Z / ZX) Manual Transmission Only. Hydraulic line that connects the clutch cylinders. Keep in mind that these cars are made to house either an auto or manual tranny. Only mods that I had to make. 5 oct ZX (S) Forums - ZX Auto to Manual Swap Thread - Alright I had asked Bleach for the full writeup on doing the swap.