Straight-on profile of a stripped 1972 Datsun 240Z steel chassis on a heavy metal rotisserie, harsh fluorescent workshop lighting, raw metal and weld seams visible, industrial 35mm photography
Straight-on profile of a stripped 1972 Datsun 240Z steel chassis on a heavy metal rotisserie, harsh fluorescent workshop lighting, raw metal and weld seams visible, industrial 35mm photography
Project 02: 240Z

Bare-metal S30 chassis restoration

A meticulous ground-up rebuild documenting structural stitch welding, custom CNC-machined suspension components, and a triple-carbureted L28 power plant.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Chassis & powertrain data

Chassis

L28 Powertrain

Suspension

Full rotisserie strip, extensive rust remediation, custom frame rails, and comprehensive structural stitch welding to restore torsional rigidity.

Engine block bored to 2.9L, triple Mikuni 44 PHH carburetors, custom equal-length exhaust manifold, and documented tolerance measurements.

Sectioned strut casings, modern coilover conversion, custom machined aluminum hubs, and polyurethane bushings throughout for precise alignment.