The Datsun Z engine has many differences but will go in quite well. Similar
displacement, similar carb setup, etc. It's a lighter 6 cylinder engine with
same and/or greater power.
Here in town is a nice Healey 3000 with a 280Z driveline. If you see a red
one with big round Hella lamps mounted on a badge bar, that may be him.
Rick
San Diego
In a message dated 5/13/04 4:07:26 AM, dmasucci@radiantsoundworks.com writes:
> There have been long running rumors that the the Datsun "Z" engine was
> created as a copy of the Healey six. Supposedly it's almost a perfect match
> for motor mount position, linkages, etc. Datsun is said to have bought 3 of
> the last production BJ8s...in an effort to copy what mattered.
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