aa1b

I found out that I will need to install a fuel return line for the EFI, will it be easier to install the 280Z tank or just modify my tank to accept a return line?
Any other tips on the fuel system- fuel pumps would be great!
Thanks in advance, kevin

zbobo

gotta have the fi tank. fuel line diameter is different, and therefore so are the outlet "****" on the tank itself. so, to prevent fuel starvation you need to update the tank... here's the catch. you need one from a 75 or 76 since after that they redesigned the rearend just enough to make the later tanks incompatible. (punks.) i'm going through the same bull$#@! pitting a 280zx turbo engine in my 260. but it's worth it....you couldn't pay me enough to deal with frickin' carbs anymore.

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aa1b

I guess I got lucky, my donor car happens to be a 76(NA) and the car it's going into is a 73. I guess I am more of a EFI person to! carbs are Bu!@# sh#@!

Will I need to run larger lines back to the tank?
Thanks,Kevin

zbobo

y'know, i don't have the tank yet, so i'm not sure.... i'm just going to base it on the inlet/outlets of the tank. if the "tit" is bigger, the hose should be too.

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stev240z

I ran an L28 w/ FI in my '71 for about 6 months w/ the stock links and an EFI pump at the tank---- stock tank too...

NO PROBLEMS whatsoever----

-Steve
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zbobo

steve.... would the stock tank and lines work in a turbo car? he fuel pump i know has to change, but if i don't have to deal with dropping that tank again, i'd be loving life : )! you mentioned yours was a non-turbo, so would that make a difference?

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stev240z

I dont know about the OE tank and lines w/ a turbo, but I'd definetely try it before pulling the tank! if you have no problems then dont worry about it--- worst case it cuts out at high rpms--- you drive it a while and replace the tank when you get a chance--- know what i mean?

-Steve
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L0ki

depends on your plan for the turbo if you are going to run standard boost and not drive it hard you should be ok but otherwise....

Rusty Datsun x 2
1x Bronx Grey 260Z 2+2 (Soon to be blue)

aa1b

Hey Steve,
Did you run a return line back to the tank with your EFI swap?
Also, did you use a charcoal canister?
Kevin

stev240z

I used the OE '71 return line as well as the supply line, and no I didn't use a charcoal canister.

-Steve
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