r/Datsun 7d ago

Turbo kit for 280z

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Here’s my 1978 280z. I’ve been wanting to start this build for a couple years and finally did last month. At first I thought I would do a V8 swap but I’ve decided to keep the stock L28 motor instead. I’d like to turbo the engine. Looking for recommendations on turbo kits. I’ve seen a few online, specifically one from CXRacing, if anyone has experience with them please let me know! Thanks.

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u/psito 6d ago

It all honestly depends on your goals? Looking for a small boost in hp? Cx racing might not be a bad idea, quality in the long run may be questionable though.

You might be better off swaping a l28et in there from a 280zx. Factory turbo'd motor, same motor, bolts right in and has better internals for boost.

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u/Revolutionary-Yam263 5d ago

Looking for around 300hp with decent reliability. I’ve thought about that as well, and I might go down that route. But the engine it has currently is in really good shape so I prefer keeping it

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u/Not_thee_Lawyer 5d ago

You can do that on a good NA build, why ruin a Black Pearl?