Disgustingly Fast 1JZ Swapped Datsun 280z Review

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Whats the quickest car you've been in??

[@DirtyFiST69]

Geo metro

[@Mc88Flyy]

G37 🙊

[@GriffinBlanchard]

@@DirtyFiST69 lol unlucky!

[@GriffinBlanchard]

@@Mc88Flyy sheeeesh

[@DJDANGER2411]

1000whp 2007 GT500 that a friend helped build. That shit was scary fast.

[@sheltdog8463]

I'm old school Z! First car I bought while in High School was a 74 260Z. Loved that car and so did the Law. I only wish we had the technology back then like you do now. Back then, bore the block , shave the head, rework the Springs. Either a trick set of SU carbs or triple webbers, maybe unilite ingnition system. Probably a good thing I couldn't get a hold of future technology, I'd probably still be locked down! That's one sweet fast ass hot rod you have there!!!! Love It!

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Man if you guys were swapping these with 1j’s back then (which I guess is impossible considering the timing lol) the car scene would probably be a lot different lol

[@DeSwagg52]

“It sounds like a fucking fairytale” - Griffin The best explanation, I was giggling watching this video like a child…Thank you for bringing this car on. Hype

[@GriffinBlanchard]

im glad i was able to bring it on for you guys!

[@sharketti5898]

What a BEAST. With those looks and that motor, just a beautiful machine.

[@GriffinBlanchard]

literally couldnt be any better

[@RhoadsChristopher]

I like how the entire time Nick is hammering on it he just looks like he's just driving it down the street. Totally use to the power haha.

[@anthonytortorella3237]

Right, lol maybe I need mo power now 😅.

[@uzalonso7356]

Calling it a 280sx might be unforgivable!

[@GriffinBlanchard]

hahah my bad, I was so amazed by the car it was hard to think!

[@jerrybarrett444]

This car is a beast. I’ve been watching the build on IG & FB, good to see it ripping now!! Nicely put together video.

[@GriffinBlanchard]

thanks man!

[@ThePookybear56]

I love nick's car, beautifully built.

[@GriffinBlanchard]

i absolutely agree

[@aszeto]

watching on my phone and the feeling is PALPABLE

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Haha that’s what I was goin for!

[@mapoosianmacrak3185]

Great vid mate,I’m currently doing 1j vvti into 76 celica and this helps keep the inspiration alive👍

[@GriffinBlanchard]

yew! thanks man im glad you enjoyed it. How far into your swap are you?

[@mapoosianmacrak3185]

@@GriffinBlanchard motor and gearbox are in and I’m setting up intercooler and piping now then brakes,computer and all the other little bits.Still a bit to do but hoping mid next year for start up,it’s a big job to get everything in there as space is very tight, looking forward to being back on the road and burning up some tires

[@rustincollins4741]

Aye my homies finally getting featured

[@GriffinBlanchard]

its my honor and my duty

[@TheMainMan318]

As a huge Z car fan - I'm not the biggest fan of swaps with s30s, but with the L-series you can't get this power. My order would be Rebello > RB Swap > 1J /2J swap. But this is leaps and bounds better than a LS swap

[@GriffinBlanchard]

waaaay better than an LS swap haha. But idk man this 1j just felt like it was born to be in this car.

[@TheMainMan318]

@@GriffinBlanchard it's definitely not a bad swap. Any inline 6 cylinder works great in these cars, I've seen some BMW swapped ones too even a 4cyl Honda engine. This has to be one of the chassis with most different types of engine swaps. I'm just biased because I love the original L-series engines so much. IMO Nissan hit the nail on the head out the gate. A Rebello would bring the power up to around 300hp and I think it's perfect for the weight of the car

[@Nexumis]

@@TheMainMan318 if you are going for 300hp, a k24 fits this car better than any nissan engine. Nissan made cool cars back then, especially with handling/steering, but they had crappy engines. Im a big toyota fan-have a few supras and a 2nd gen mr2, so it hurts me on the inside saying a honda k24 engine is probably one of the best n/a swap to do on something light.

[@TheMainMan318]

@@Nexumis to me it's more than just horsepower though. An NA Rebello engine is perfect for these cars. Original style engine, quick revving, amazing sound, in my opinion it really can't be beat for the all around package

[@TheEdwardacevedo1]

You forgot L28ET swap. But I see the appeal of 2J/1J LS etc. I’m doing a L28ET swap on my 240Z but also will be a rebello built L28

[@DJDANGER2411]

Im a fan of motor swaps, I wish it was an RB, but I guess the 1J JDM will suffice LOL That is a badass car man, hope to see it out on when my RB25 240 is done. It would be badass to run this car.

[@GriffinBlanchard]

rb25 240? dang brother! that sounds amazing

[@theburritodaddy9384]

Dude, that car looks insane... Does your fiesta even feel fast at this point? GTR to this and all the other badass cars you've messed with, I'm jealous lmao Also, I was literally gonna ask if you were gonna review a older STi, so that's sick!

[@GriffinBlanchard]

i got back into my car after the reiew and was like ahhhhhh i need a 1j now i guess haha

[@damnitdang]

2600lbs full interior?

[@vtbbs2k]

Awesome video. Fiesta content is great, actually went and bought one probably most fun car for city driving. Seeing your face drive this reminds me of my first drive in my ptuning turbo s2000 makes 570hp 400wtq on a GTX3076R 12psi, best way to describe it is sketchy.

[@GriffinBlanchard]

jesus that must be insane dude!

[@Thefrostedslime]

620WHP is some big numbers I want a 240z myself instead of a 280z, because the 240z weighs a few hundred pounds less

[@GriffinBlanchard]

That would be sick! Yea this thing moved man

[@damnitdang]

What was the stock weight of a fully interior oem 240z?

[@Thefrostedslime]

@@damnitdang low 2000s, 260z and 260z were high 2000s

[@drivewaybuild280z6]

@@Thefrostedslime because 240z chassis was weaker than the 280z.

[@reidbtable]

I want soooooo bad.

[@MrRayden6]

Is he using any aftermarket ECU?

[@anthonytortorella3237]

AEM infinity

[@MrRayden6]

@@anthonytortorella3237 I bought the EMU harness from u awhile back

[@P3T3RSAH]

jokes on you, i dont have a lambo

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Damn. The joke really do be on me then 😂🤝

[@pfmusic1636]

timestamp 4:19 that's what she said.

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Is it

[@damnitdang]

What ecu? How much boost to get the 600hp?

[@anthonytortorella3237]

AEM infinity, 28lbs with Borg Warner S257sxe

[@Silverone858lol]

5:30 you fail

[@TheBigRed.]

Why the fuck would you put a Toyota 1j in a Z?????? Do it right with a RB26. 😠😠😠

[@DirtyFiST69]

Mira mijo, datsan con un juan-yay-c

[@GriffinBlanchard]

i couldnt even figure out what this meant with google translate lol.

[@DirtyFiST69]

@@GriffinBlanchard I was just saying it how my mom would sound if she said "it's a Datsun with a 1jz" cus of her accent.