1600 rear subframes

[Tj]

One of the first big jobs I want to tackle on my zed is the suspension. It's incredibly out of shape.

Anyway, my brother in-law rallies a 1600 and has a few complete rear ends floating around his shed.

 

What parts, if any, out of a complete 1600 rear sub frame are interchangeable with a zed? more specificaly a 77 260Z 2+2.

 

I need half shafts I think, there's a pronounced clunk when changing gears. Also, he apparently has a few rear sway-bars so I'm curious to see if there's any similarities.

 

Thanks guys.

[1600dave]

Half shafts are the same, I run 260Z shafts in my 1600 (leftovers from my brother's Z).

 

That's about it though.

[Gyra]

I suspect you'll find that clunk when changing gears might be the front diff mount coming apart.

Fairly easy to fix, and you should look at strapping it down with a chain for good measure (common "upgrade".)

 

G

[Paulo]

The rear sway bars are definately not similar (at least to a 240) to a P510, some train of thought is they are not needed if the spring/damper combination is correct and toe-in is adjusted accordingly.  I think it really comes down to your driving style and application if you think larger front bar/rear bar combinations may be how you will dial in your preferences.

 

Options ... opinions...don't you just love them?

 

Paulo