Currently planning on building a turbo L28 and I want to bore and stroke it to 3.1L and I want to know what pistons to use. I already know what crank and head I’m using I just need to know what size pistons since I want the engine to run smoothly and reliably under boost.

Just what the title says. I went to start it last week and they don’t come on however I move the pull switch. Any recommendations on where to start ?

Really want to hype up this video because it took me so long to edit and release. Make sure to follow for some upcoming videos including my L28 engine rebuild. The build is finally coming together!

https://youtu.be/jhnWQhl2G24?si=69JHVa0hAcKTZlsi

My otherwise well maintained 78 Z will not show a temp above 135F or so on the temperature gauge even after replacing the temp sensor for the dash thermometer (the original gave highly variable ratings when tested with my multimeter) and driving it around for 30+ minutes in 60F ambient temps . Checking the radiator temp with a remote infrared thermometer shows the coolant temp is around 135. My current theory is that the thermostat is stuck open, the engine isn't getting up to full operating temp, and since it isn't getting to temp, it's continuing to run a little rich, although it runs well.

Does this seem reasonable? Thanks!

I have a 620 pickup that had J15 in previously, and is now in need of a new engine. I was wondering if an A-series engine would fit on the existing F4W63 transmission that sits in the truck. How universal are the bell fittings between different series datsun engines in general?

Has anyone installed linelock (roll control) in a datsun? I got the summit brand linelock which has 1/8 NPT ports, but I cannot find an adapter to go from the M10x1.0 threads with the inverted flare. All of the adapters I’m finding are for SAE 3/16 brake lines.

I was hoping to just buy the right fitting, but if not I’ll just replace the line nuts with SAE ones.

Anybody wanna help me out with solving this high idle? 1200 in park seems quite off no? Drops to 900 in reverse. Heavy fuel smell and an occasional sputter. My thought was the aftermarket fuel pump but I’m not sure

350 sbc swapped getting a few goodies done right now. Big ole rust bucket 😭

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I'm looking for a 280ZX Turbo that I can work on. I live in Central Texas and all of the ones I've found through marketplace and the likes, everyone charges too much for a roller (4-8k for a roller, like come on people. The car is barely worth 16k in good condition)

I digress, does anyone have any recommendations on websites or something I can use that's better than marketplace, car gurus, etc?

Hey guys, I'm new to the group but not to the Datsun 280z world. After 10 years of my 280z rotting away in my garage. I finally decided to start restoring it. My question is can I keep the four lug wheel hub if I upgrade to a 370 Z differential? I plan on using the Apex engineering rear suspension set up. so I wanted to know if I'll be able to keep the hub since I already own a four lug nut pattern wantanabe rims.

I have a 82 280zx and I can’t seem to find parts I’m just looking for some suggestions on where to look

Is it safe to drop an LD 28 crank into a 3.1L L28. I’m working on a replica build and I’ve been told that it’s possible to swap in a LD-28 crank into a standard L 28 that’s when bored and stroked out to 3.1L. Is this possible and safe to do or not?

Some background to start: I just moved to Northern Virginia and no longer have access to a garage to chase down some little issues I am having with my '78 280z. I was wondering if anyone in the community had recommendations for a shop I could potentially work out of or if anyone has space available. Datsun Spirit is about 30mins away but I am trying to avoid spending more money fixing things. I appreciate any considerations.