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DATSUN S30 - VQ37VHR ENGINE SWAP KIT

You have a 240, 260 or 280Z and want the Ultimate Japanese Resto Mod, have we got a kit for you!

Datsun Z (S30) VQ37 Swap Kit

The following GRIP kit supports ‘ZFever’ ECU Harness Service/swap parts, and ‘APEX Engineered’ Subframe and Crossmember swap parts including engine brackets. 


VQ37VHR Swap Kit for S30 Chassis© (240/260/280Z)

  • Transmission mount w hardware for 370Z 6 speed manual (1EA0A/1EA0B)
  • Driveshaft, Aluminum includes front yoke for 6spd 370Z tranny – diff flange end several options
  • Custom Front Differential Mount for Dual Exhaust system (donor required, R200 application)
  • 2.5” Dual Exhaust System with V-Band clamps, mandrel bends and dual ‘Borla’ sport polished Mufflers
  • Factory tubular Headers Custom Modded for 2.5” Dual Exhaust (Cores required)
  • Aluminum 3 Row Cross Flow Radiator with Custom Aluminum Fan Shroud and 16” electric fan
  • Upper Rad Hose Assy includes AN Fittings, Braided Hose and Aluminum Couplers 
  • Lower Rad Hose Assy w Drain valve
  • Expansion Tank Assy w fittings, hoses, and mounting bracket
  • Oil Cooler Kit includes ‘Setrab’ 24 Row Heat Exchanger, 10AN Fittings with Stainless Steel Braided and Black Nylon braided lines. Optional ‘Derale’ 180°F Oil Thermostat Switch.
  • Oil filter relocation kit w 10AN fittings, Braided hoses and mounting bracket
  • Engine Bracket Shims
  • Custom Steering Rack CNC Aluminum Mounting Blocks w hardware
  • Steering Coupler (HDPE) w hardware
  • 3” Long Tube Twin Cold Air Intake System complete

Optional Components:

  • Engine Cover (custom graphics upon request)
  • New hard Brake and Fuel lines with metric fittings with optional 6AN fittings and Braided hoses, E85 compatible
  • OBDII Connector Mounting Bracket
  • ‘Accusump’ Mounting Assy with 10AN fittings, Braided hoses, and 1-way check valve
  • Oil Cooler Mounting Plate
  • AEM Fuel Pressure Regulator Assy w AN fittings, braided hoses and optional pressure gauge, mounting bracket(s). All fluid delivery components E85 compatible
  • Battery Tray and Hold-down Assy
  • Custom Carbon Fibre Gauge Panel (centre console)
  • ECU Module(s) Mounting Plate

Optional Fabrication Services

  • Chassis and frame rail strengthening with optional custom ‘X’-brace, Rad cradle tubular box, and rail gussets
  • False floor mounting plate for Drive-by-wire Throttle Pedal
  • VQ37VHR Start and Ignition Wiring Harness includes separate Relay Box with ATC fuses and remote Push-Button Start Switch
  • New accessories wiring harness (ties into factory fuse panel)

Kit Installation available upon request

Complete Fairlady 472R Build available upon request

GRIP™, a Division of Jack Mac’s Resto Shop Inc

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FAIRLADY Z 472R

VQ37VHR

S30 Chassis '70 - '78 Z car

S30 Chassis '70 - '78 Z car

A powerhouse normally aspirated V6 engine with Variable Valve lift and cam timing, 4 valves per cylinder, 4 cams, and with a decent CIA, exhaust, and ECU tune pumps out 400HP. Now swap this into your lightweight S30 Z car and the combo is exZilarating

S30 Chassis '70 - '78 Z car

S30 Chassis '70 - '78 Z car

S30 Chassis '70 - '78 Z car

You know the legacy established by the Datsun 240Z way back in 1970 when the 2 seat sports car hit North American shores to widespread accolades for its performance, styling, handling and modest entry point. Combine this classic heritage with modern engineering and you will own one glorious Fairlady of your own.

The Kit

S30 Chassis '70 - '78 Z car

The Kit

Incorporating revised components from APEX Engineered in Wisconsin, and Florida's Z Fever ECU harness and tuning services, restoshop developed a complete offering showcased in the Fairlady Z 472R build. This VQ37 swap kit available through 'Garage Racing Import Performance' - 'GRIP' is designed with the enthusiast in mind and aims to take the guess work out of such an intense swap.

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