Price range: $245.00 through $395.00
Keeping weight and strength in mind, the Apex Engineered 280ZX Power Braces add strength and rigidity to the under chassis of the S130 to improve turn-in and braking. These create a solid mounting point on your 280ZX and with the center brace, it ties the frame rails together. Requires our control arms or most after market ones can work as well.
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Verified ownerMade a noticable difference in how the car feels especially under heavy braking, everything feels tight, as it should be. Be aware that if you are running an ST front sway bar, the bushing and bracket need to be trimmed in order to fit into the brace. OEM sway bar fit is perfect
Verified ownerwonderful product. Installation super easy. apex is by far my favorite aftermarket company for the 280zx.You wont find better handling parts for your 280zx anywhere else 10/10 will def buy from again
The Apex Engineered S130 (280ZX) Power Braces are specifically designed for the 1978-1983 Nissan and Datsun S130 chassis. These braces ensure a perfect fit for all 280ZX models within this year range, providing a significant upgrade to the vehicle's structural integrity.
Installing the Apex Engineered S130 (280ZX) Power Braces requires the use of Apex Engineered control arms or most compatible aftermarket versions to ensure proper mounting. Once installed, these braces create a solid mounting point that ties the frame rails together, especially when opting for the additional center brace.
Compared to the factory setup, the Apex Engineered S130 (280ZX) Power Braces significantly improve turn-in response and braking stability by reducing under-chassis flex. The race-inspired design provides much greater rigidity than OEM components while maintaining a lightweight profile for better performance.
Each set of Apex Engineered S130 (280ZX) Power Braces is sold in pairs and features a lightweight yet high-strength construction finished in a durable powder coat. Customers can choose from various colors like Hammered Black or Gloss Red, and have the option to include a center brace to further tie the S130 frame rails together.
While the Apex Engineered S130 (280ZX) Power Braces focus on chassis rigidity and steering precision, they are designed to work in harmony with our Front and Rear Suspension Kits. Adding these power braces to your S130 (280ZX) build provides the structural foundation necessary to fully realize the handling benefits of a complete Apex Engineered suspension overhaul.
