Toyota 7M-GTE Swap into `72 Datsun 240Z


280ZX Turbo 15" Rims
Good shot of the modified side markers
Tokico HP Springs/Struts, and Toyota 4x4 4 Piston Calipers
280ZX 15/16" Master Brake Cylinder helps get a good supply of brake fluid to the larger calipers. This was a direct bolt on.
It's a happy car.

Toyota 7M-GTE Swap Into `72 Datsun 240Z


The `87-`92 Toyota Supra Turbo was a great GT/Sports car of its time, and is still honored by a large crowd. The engine was very strong, and far over built for the mild 240hp that came stock. The engine in stock form is prone to blown head gaskets, but simply installing a quality head gasket and head studs solves the issue completely. The MKIII Supra was a car that combined luxury and performance, but some may argue the luxury part made this car too heavy.
I've been searching for a more up to date engine to drop into my `72 Datsun 240Z, and being that my Z car only weighs about 2,200 pounds this engine, even in stock form would make my car come alive! But why settle for stock!?
The Toyota 7M-GTE is very similar in size and shape as the Nissan L24 that came stock in 240Zs, which made around 150hp. The 7M-GTE will make more power because of the larger displacement (3.0L vs. 2.4L), Dual Over Head Cam (4 valves per cylinder flows better), Fuel Injection (Computer meetered amount of fuel and timing), and a Turbo Charger (forced air induction).
The car has the R154 5 speed tranny that came along with the 7M-GTE Supra, and TRD performance clutch/presure plate


Engine ready to be dropped in:


Engine:

Fuel/Electronics:

Drivetrain:

Suspension/Brakes:

Wheels/Tires:

  • 280ZX Turbo 15" rims
  • Yokohama AVS tread Exterior:
  • MSA body kit
  • Frenched side markers
  • Clear Head Light Covers Interior:
  • Wolf3D hand held LCD controler with back lighting
  • VDO Boost guage mounted in dash
  • Grant steering wheel with Z center piece