Price range: $495.00 through $925.00
Upgrade to our S30 Front Crossmember! The Apex Engineered S30 – 240z 260z 280z Front Crossmember is great for those who’ve lowered their car and want to fix the suspension geometry issues that come with it. If you’re looking to upgrade your 240z 260z or 280z suspension dynamics the right way, this S30 subframe is exactly what you need! Its tubular design offers a great strength-to-weight ratio.
Doing an engine swap? This crossmember makes it easier with our modular motor mount options for RB engine, LS engine, JZ engine or even a VQ Engine swap. It also works with most after market Z front control arms, making it a versatile upgrade for your build.
Picture 2 vs. 3 shows the Crossmember Braces. We recommend these for those who want to drive their car to its full potential, as is ties in the crossmember to the tension arm brackets, which significantly adds strength to the car’s flimsy frame. They are completely removable for easy maintenance!
Picture 5 & 6 show the VQ35 / VQ37 Crossmember and Engine mount. This requires the purchase of the Tension Arm Brackets and braces, however those items will not be included as the oil pan of the VQ will be in the way. We require those for purchase to offset the cost of the 2nd engine crossmember as well as the custom front crossmember.
Key Features:
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Check out our other suspension upgrades for your Datsun 240Z, 260Z, or 280Z (S30):
Verified ownerIt is so very Awesome ! I can’t wait to install it 👍🏾 !!!! The customer service is pretty Awesome too !
Verified ownerGreat product! Have not had a chance to drive the car but install was pretty straight forward. I would have like more information on where to set all the adjustments that would put me close to stock as a beginning point though.
Verified ownerGreat quality products, finish, packing and labels
Verified ownerALWAYS a great experience dealing with Riley!! I wish that all companies I have to deal with on this build were like APEX!
The Apex Engineered S30 (240Z / 260Z / 280Z) Front Crossmember is designed for a direct fit on all 1970-1978 Datsun Z cars. It is compatible with factory L-series engines as well as popular swaps like the RB, JZ, LS, and VQ series when using the appropriate modular motor mounts.
Installing the Apex Engineered S30 (240Z / 260Z / 280Z) Front Crossmember is a straightforward process that utilizes factory mounting points to replace the bulky OEM unit. For maximum chassis rigidity, we recommend adding the optional tension arm brackets and braces which tie the crossmember into the frame for a more secure setup.
The Apex Engineered S30 (240Z / 260Z / 280Z) Front Crossmember improves suspension geometry by correcting the roll center and reducing bump-steer on lowered vehicles. Its tubular design provides a superior strength-to-weight ratio compared to the heavy factory stamped steel crossmember, resulting in sharper handling and better response.
Each Apex Engineered S30 (240Z / 260Z / 280Z) Front Crossmember is constructed from high-strength lightweight tubing and finished in a durable powder coat. The kit includes the main subframe assembly and can be customized with specific motor mounts and optional tension arm braces to suit your specific build requirements.
While the Apex Engineered S30 (240Z / 260Z / 280Z) Front Crossmember is a powerful standalone upgrade, it is designed to work seamlessly with our S30 front control arms for a complete suspension overhaul. This modular approach allows S30 owners to fix geometry issues incrementally or build a full competition-spec front end for track use.
