turn the distrubtor in the oposite direction the engine turns (it turns). Retard by turning it the same direction. There is a tab on the shaft with marks on the block to guage how much you are turning.
yes
What is the process for installing a new timing chain for a 1980 datsun 280zx?
overhead cams with 280zx fit 280 z tops?
Yes, nothing really changed bodywise until the 1982 model year.
The 1981 Nissan 280ZX was available without a turbo (NA) and with a turbo. With the turbo Nissan only offered an automatic transmission for this year. It was the first year for the Z series to have a turbo.
4 1/2 US quarts
I have a 1979 280zx also and just changed it it is located near the gas tank under the car in the passenger side
on a Nissan 280zx from 1979 to 1981 everything on the entire car is the same even down to the body doors and hatch
yes, its the same engine l28e
Yes it will. Also if you have the 5-speed (borg-warner t-5), you can also use one out of an 80s Camero or foxbody Mustang.
No
i have a sunroof the car. i have a 1981 datsun 280zx whit good motor and manual transmission. i am going to junk it. if you need it give me a call at (414)745-7123