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== XenonZcar.com - S130 Steering Differences ==
== XenonZcar.com - S130 Steering Differences ==
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==== Manual Rack and Pinion ====
==== Manual Rack and Pinion ====


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From 1979 to 1983, a manual rack and pinion steering gear was available. It offered a '''19.6:1 steering ratio''' with a '''3.5-turn lock-to-lock''' turning radius.
From 1979 to 1983, a manual rack and pinion steering gear was available. It offered a '''19.6:1 steering ratio''' with a '''3.5-turn lock-to-lock''' turning radius.
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==== Power Recirculating Ball ====
==== Power Recirculating Ball ====


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Power Steering Pump and Lines
Power Steering Pump and Lines


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Steering Linkage
Steering Linkage
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==== Power Rack and Pinion ====
==== Power Rack and Pinion ====


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In 1982, Datsun/Nissan replaced the power recirculating ball system with a power rack and pinion system. This setup had a '''17.8:1 steering ratio''' and a '''3.2-turn lock-to-lock''' turning radius.
In 1982, Datsun/Nissan replaced the power recirculating ball system with a power rack and pinion system. This setup had a '''17.8:1 steering ratio''' and a '''3.2-turn lock-to-lock''' turning radius.

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XenonZcar.com - S130 Steering Differences[edit]

Throughout its production, the Datsun 280ZX was offered with three different steering systems:

  • Manual rack and pinion
  • Power recirculating ball
  • Power rack and pinion

Below you will find the differences between these systems and the specific years they were available.

280ZX Steering Options[edit]

Manual Rack and Pinion[edit]

manual-Rack.png

From 1979 to 1983, a manual rack and pinion steering gear was available. It offered a 19.6:1 steering ratio with a 3.5-turn lock-to-lock turning radius.

Power Recirculating Ball[edit]

RBS1.png

Power Steering Pump and Lines

RBS.png

Steering Linkage

From 1979 to 1981, Datsun/Nissan offered a power recirculating ball steering system. It had a 16.3:1 steering ratio and a 2.7-turn lock-to-lock turning radius.

Power Rack and Pinion[edit]

powerrack.png

In 1982, Datsun/Nissan replaced the power recirculating ball system with a power rack and pinion system. This setup had a 17.8:1 steering ratio and a 3.2-turn lock-to-lock turning radius.

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