How to install pistons, cylinder head, and timing chain in Datsun Z engine
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- Опубліковано 4 кві 2018
- In this episode we install the pistons, the cylinder head, and install a new timing chain in an L28 Datsun 280zx motor.
Be sure to watch the entire process of the suspension and drivetrain: 1973 Datsun 240z suspension and drivetrain build • 1973 Datsun 240z suspe...
Datsun Z parts comparison site: www.datsunpartz.com
Parts used:
Head gasket: DNJ
www.partsology.com/dnj-fgs608...
Timing chain kit: ITM
www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/n...
Pistons: ITM
www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/n...
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4 years late but perfect video no unnecessary cuts or music very informative about small things that make a difference. If I had the parts and engine stand handy I feel I could confidently reassemble my L28 off this video.
i love that i chose the 280zx as my first project car every little problem ive had has had atleast 20 videos to help
Thanks for the great video! I'm preparing to refresh my L24 this summer so I really appreciate all the steps you're explaining
Really enjoying the build, something so relaxing about watching this beautiful engine come together. Thanks for doing this.
Right on! Thanks for watching, we are getting ready to build the 260z engine, stay tuned! 🤘🏻
Right on! Thanks! Good luck on your build!
By far one of the most informative L28 assembly videos I've seen on UA-cam. Great narrative and great video shots. Awesome job Curt!!!
Mike Gadoury wow thank you so much Mike! Really appreciate the feedback and for watching!
Very well done tutorial THE BEST on YT.This upload is no nonsense straight through the steps to take and for the love of thank you for not saying "SO YEAH' or "UM"1000x . man that Aaron from Auzzie needs to watch this and learn.
Aw right on, thank you!!
That’s so amazing work bro u motivated to do my engine. Thanks for your time it’s so helpful video
+Hassan Malik thank you so much! You got this! Let me know how it goes!
I'm building a 77 280z! Thanks for the video's!
+5150 FATBOY.MADNESS awesome! Thanks for watching!
Men this guy is super informative, I learned soo much, damn he took all my fear Of having to pay someone els
This video is rad, thanks!
Right on, thanks for watching!🤘🏻
This is so cool
Suggestion that you put rubber fuel line over the connecting rod bolts. Otherwise they have good odds of scratching the crank on their way over.
Yes that is great advice.
Love it ❤️
Very informative video! Just a quick FYI, using an extension on the torque wrench offsets the torque you’re putting in. Didn’t know if you were aware, but shouldn’t really affect anything as its very little.
Mark Cabrera thanks! Yeah extensions don’t really make much of a change, universal joints do! Here’s a good video on it ua-cam.com/video/tRR96ILGORU/v-deo.html. Thanks for watching!
These videos are awesome. You should compile a list of every part you used to do a full rebuild like this so other people can have some recommendations for good internal parts, studs, etc. That sounds like a lot of work but maybe you already have the list compiled from when you were planning out your build?
Thanks so much!! That’s a great idea. All the parts used in each video are listed in the description, but are you saying maybe have all the parts listed with links on the website?
@@CarsBikesandCoffee Yea and like a master list not just for this video but for the whole rebuild. And specs for some of the parts. For example I looked at your piston link to Rock Auto and they have options for .2 oversize .4 oversize etc. So just like the specs for the parts you actually used on your build to give us a baseline
Awesome! I’m on it. Thanks for the feedback!
@@CarsBikesandCoffee Thanks a ton man! Let us know when out!
Aspire Auto Detailing will do!
I've got the same shirt 🎽
GREAT videos, Thank you! Question, I have on this is at the 9 minute mark when you put the head on, you said to :make sure head is in the 1 position" how do i verify that?
Thank you! Basically it’s pre-timing the cam and it’s from the dot on the cam gear. Then triple check your timing between the crankshaft and cam
Great video! Do you have a list of parts needed to fully rebuild the l28et? I have one in my possession now that I was going to drop off to a shop but this video made me realize I could probably just do it myself.
Thanks! Not specifically for the L28ET but this will get you close minus turbo, carsbikesandcoffee.weebly.com/parts-used.html you can totally do it!🤘🏻
Hi thanks for video
Would you show how to adjust valves please. I tried few times on my 280zx and still not right. Maybe my method is wrong.
Thanks
Thanks for watching! I will have that on the 260z build that is coming up!
Which method did you do? Hot and cold?
I have been keeping up with the progress on your Z, Very Nice. I am rebuilding a 75 L28 N42 block and currently having the new 30 over dished pistons fitted. until my machine shop called and said they messed up and went 40 over on the boring. they are buying me new pistons but are having problems finding 40 over dished pistons. but can source flat top 40 over pistons all day long. Do you know if the flat top pistons from the '81-'83 years will work in a '75 L28. the machine shop says the flat tops will extend .030 above the block. what can be done to correct this problem? or should he just keep looking for the dished? Thanks
First and foremost, thanks for watching!
So from what I understand running flat tops with the N42 will require a little more work if you go that route. Easy for machinists more money, time, and energy from you.
Are you in the states? I did some google’ing and it looks like California Datsun might have some 0.040 over dished, www.californiadatsun.com/cylinder-head-parts/dished-engine-piston-set.html
I guess, the next question is how much modding do you want to do and what do you want from your engine? Let me know!
Great detailed video thank you! Q - why did you put front cover on and damper to pull right back off? Was it to make sure you had block at exact TDC??
Thanks! This was to double check and make sure our top dead center was accurate on the marking plate and damper.
Are the Z mirrors interchangeable from right to left?
I was wondering how you calculated the extension into the torque procedure on the rod bearings and head bolts, from my understanding you loss and have to compensate.
There’s no real loss when using extensions, this guy has a few great videos showing. ua-cam.com/video/tRR96ILGORU/v-deo.html
Thanks for watching!
Great video. Do you not need to use gasket silicon between the head and block?
Thanks! No, just a good quality gasket, and you’re set.
Careful putting the pistons in like that, the rod could be catching on the crankshaft and might scratch if you try to force the piston in. Otherwise, cool build, I look forward to it! If you dont mind, could you list where you get your parts? I saw the partsology video, but I've only been able to find 4 other sites that have parts for these L28s and those pistons look pretty good
Thanks! Very good advice, I did double check off camera before I started smacking but good to be aware of that.Looks like I didn’t post the link for the pistons, thanks for catching that, just updated. Been having good luck with rockauto.com on hard to find parts , even down to the cam towers. Would it be helpful for a video on all the parts and where they were found?
Rock auto? That's surprising, on my other cars it seemed that rock auto didn't have many parts. I haven't checked for the L28 (because of that) but if they even have cam towers that's pretty cool. A video on the parts and where you got them would be great, could even include info on specs of the parts themselves. That way you always have one spot to find all that info after it's done in case people want to know more about it. Also, more videos about Datsuns, which I'm all about haha
Todd Bentley yeah I was shocked. Things I couldn’t even find at the specialty Z stores.
That's great to know, thanks!
Nice video, I have a 73 Z as well and I am disassembling a 78 L28 N42 block right now in fact. Are you going with the SU carbs? what model head are you using? Good luck
Thanks! Awesome! I have a P79 Head (check out the head mod vid!) I have dual Weber carbs, but the eventual plan is to go to triples. Good luck on your build too! What’s your overall Z build plan?
Rest-o-mod, the car has about 86K miles on it, but not original numbers. it hasn't seen rain or snow in about 25 years, so its about as close to no rust as one can find around here (Omaha, NE) Great Fun to drive. I'm going to stay with the four screw Round tops for Carbs and a header. I've got a N47 head, but I'm going to run a mech fuel pump, and the header has square ports, so I will use the E88 that is on the current engine. Dont know if this is good or bad. Thanks for saving your build to You Tube.
The round top SU carbs are awesome!
Are you certain you're using the correct head gasket for the F54 block? It looks like the one you chose is covering all the small coolant passages to the head on the passenger side of the motor next to each cylinder.
Thanks for bringing to my attention. I’m going to pull the head to triple check.
@@CarsBikesandCoffee Look at 8:36 in your video. It's unfortunate when you have to undo what's been done, but in the long run it'll be worth it. I suggest using an OEM Nissan HG or even the MSA/Z Store gaskets are of high quality. Always double check the match up of the oil/water ports from the block to the head, over the years small changes happened to these heads/blocks. Also closely inspect with any HG that the cylinder fire ring on it matches your block cylinder size and doesn't cover it in any way.
Mr. Datsun its a bummer, but you are right better to find it now, than after driving it around. I took screen shots of the video and see what you’re talking about. Really appreciate your feedback! Engine saver!
Looks like we are good. After comparing the video (screen shots) and to other brands, and a call to Rebello. We are good to go. Thanks again Dr Datsun. Always better to play it safe.
is that the way to get the engine on time? I'm building an L28 engine for a '78 280z
Yes, timing is discussed starting at 10:42
I've never touched an engine but am a brewer by trade and was a carpenter/builder in my 20s. Both these are hands on jobs with tools etc. Can I rebuild an L28? I really want to!
You can do it!! 🤘🏻
Just a quick question. Why did you use WD-40 instead of oil? I have never assembled an engine but doesn't wd-40 leave a dry surface?
+Glenn Randolph it works great as a simple lubricant. Now obviously it doesn’t take the place of assembly lube or engine oil.
Yeah, I thought WD was a cleaner, even though most people use it as lube.
Who supplied the flattop pistons I can’t find anywhere who does? Thanks in advance
ITM pistons from RockAuto but I’m showing them out of stock on all sizes. Good luck with the hunt!
Thanks for the tip 🤞🏽
12:48 chain just walked lol
+Mike CorLeoné ha, wow that sure looks like it did. Thankfully being the tensioner side it was fine. Everything lined up! Good eyes though!
Cars, Bikes, and Coffee watching your videos and others is giving me massive motivation to start working on my 71 z.. i have the L28 out on a stand but i bought the car in pieces.. the previous owner took it apart and I’m trying to piece it back together, my biggest question is this. I have a round hole on the drivers side of the engine towards the front of the block where it looks like something goes there.. not sure if it’s coolant or if it’s a breather or what.. do you happen to know what goes there?
+Mike CorLeoné awesome! So assuming the front side of engine, on the head, that is the coolant thermostat housing. That would be where the top of your radiator would connect.
Enjoyed the video but the audio is not good.
Hey thanks for watching and putting up with it. I have since bought microphones. Check out my later videos.
What head gasket did you use?
Fel pro on this one
@@CarsBikesandCoffee thanks! I’m curious what your bore is? I’ve ordered 3 Felpro 8799PT which is suppose to have a 3.50” / 88.9mm. All 3 of them had bores of 3.4375” or 87.3125mm. My block is bored to 87mm and none of them work.
I called Dave Rebello and he told me to order the Nissan HG. So I have a couple in the way.
Felpro tech svc’s didn’t really care when I called.
Thanks! I was just curious.
Love your channel! I always refer to it when I forget a sequence or get myself confused. You do an excellent job explaining everything.
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I had it bored to ~87mm (can’t remember the fine measurement)
and thanks for watching!!🤘🏻
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Does that mean I pass? 😜 thanks for watching 🤘🏻
Lol yes I like your content
@@jessecain1646 sweet
Если бы я уведел как ты ЗАБИВАЕШЬ поршня- руки проигрывал бы.
Use engine oil not wd40.