The Nissan 280Z (sold as the Datsun 280Z in the US market) is the third evolution of the legendary Z car bloodline, building on the 240Z (1970 to 1973) and 260Z (1974) with the larger 2.8 liter L28 inline six engine and, critically, factory Bosch L-Jetronic electronic fuel injection. The 280Z was sold in the US from 1975 to 1978 model years, all on the S30 chassis platform. The 280Z fuel pump is a critical component for the original EFI system. The factory electric pump pressurizes fuel from the tank to roughly 36 to 42 PSI at the fuel rail. This pressure feeds the L-Jetronic injectors at each cylinder. Pump failure manifests as hard starts, stalling under load, and loss of power. The 280Z fuel pump is one of the most commonly replaced parts on these cars in restoration projects.
Our used Nissan 280Z fuel pump is constructed from aluminum body with steel internals, designed for E10 ethanol blend gasoline (modern pump fuel). The specifications listed cover both mechanical (30 to 40 GPH) and electric (90 to 130 LPH) variants. The 280Z originally used the electric high pressure variant for the L-Jetronic EFI system. Mechanical pumps are typically used for carbureted swap projects where owners convert the 280Z to a carb setup for simplicity. Call (240) 301-0095 to confirm which variant matches your restoration target before ordering.
| Part Type | Fuel Pump |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Application | Nissan 280Z | Datsun 280Z in US |
| Year Confirmed | 1975 (call to verify other 280Z years 1976 to 1978) |
| Chassis | S30 |
| Engine | L28 2.8L inline six with L-Jetronic EFI |
| Material | Aluminum body | steel internals |
| Fuel Compatibility | Gasoline | E10 ethanol blend compatible |
| Voltage | 12V DC |
| Pressure | 36 to 42 PSI |
| Flow Rate | 30 to 35 GPH |
| Inlet And Outlet | 8 mm (5/16 inch) |
| Connector Type | Barbed or threaded fittings |
| Variants | Mechanical or electric | confirmed at order |
| Sku | vaz581 |
To make a claim, contact us within 15 days at (240) 301-0095 or support@vazautosolutions.com.
