Datsun 240z N42 Cylinder Head Intake Port Matching.JPG

Datsun 240z N42 Polishing the Chambers.png

Datsun 240z Engine Block Cleaning small.JPG

Rebello Racing 3 liter stroker kit resize.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Connecting Rod Pin Fitting.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Cylinder Head Clean.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Cylinder Head Combustion Chamber.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Cylinder Head Overview.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Cylinder Head Threads.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Datsun 240z Engine Build Cleaning the Crankshaft Measuring the Mains Details.jpg

Kanga Motorsports Cylinder Head Valve Train Parts.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Valve Spring Cleaning.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Checking Piston to Deck Height.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Datsun 240z Engine Build Arizona Z Car Oil Pan Preparations Video Cover.jpg

Kanga Motorsports Datsun 240z Engine Build Painting the Engine Block Blue with Banner.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Indexing Spark Plugs.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Datsun 240z Engine Build Painting the Engine Block Primer Coats.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Datsun 240z Engine Build Painting the Engine Block Wax and Grease Remover.jpg

Kanga Motorsports Datsun 240z Engine Build Piston Balancing Final Weights.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Datsun 240z Engine Build Piston Balancing Removing Material.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Measuring Cylinder Bores.jpg

Kanga Motorsports Nissan Datsun Engine Build Books.jpg

Kanga Motorsports Datsun 240z Engine Build Piston Ring Gap Feeler Gauge Checking.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Connecting Rod Bearing Sizing.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Connecting Rod Balancing.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Main Bearing Sizing.JPG

Datsun 240z SU Carb Cleaning Rebuild.JPG

Kanga Motorsports Datsun 240z L28 Engine Block Modications Upgrades Oil Galleries.JPG

Kanga Motorsports SU Carb E88 Intake.JPG

Engine Build Specifications

3ltr (2994cc) Displacement Nissan L-Series
Custom Port and Polished Nissan N42 Head
Supertech Undercut Stem Intake Valves
Nissan OEM Exhaust Valvles
Rebello Racing Outer Valve Springs
Rebello Racing 279-.540 63DI 109 Hot B Camshaft
Rebello Billet Spray Bar
Custom Modified Nissan F54 Block
88.5mm JE Forged Pistons
Plasma Moly Rings
Forged H-Beam Eagle Rods
Clevitte Tri-Metal Main Bearings
King Racing XP Coated Rod Bearings
Stroked and Nitrided L28 P3040 Nissan Crankshaft
Cometic MLS Head Gasket
Rebello-BHJ Competition Dampener
Ported Nissan E88 Intake
Hitachi SU Carburetors with ZTherapy Nozzles and Needles
Nissan High Flow Turbo Oil Pump
Arizona Z Car Cast Aluminum Oil Pan
Datsun-Zstory Stainless Steel Race Header, Main Pipes and Street Muffler

Engine Build Articles

Featured

Tapping and Cleaning Threaded Holes

Before you assemble the engine components make sure all the threads are in good condition and clean. You really don’t want old rust and grime getting into your fresh motor.

Oil Pan Cleaning and Preparations

We strip, clean and prepare the oil pan for the Datsun Engine Build. We also check and ensure smooth operation of the oil trap doors and baffles.

Datsun Engine Build Books

There are a lot of great resources out there on Engine Building here are some ones we found useful and also specific books and links for the Nissan / Datsun L-Series motors.

Painting the Engine Block

With all the modifications and upgrades complete on the engine block it was time to get rid of that horrible looking outer surface and give it a fresh coat of paint.

Balancing Piston Assemblies

Using a scale you can mix and match the various piston assembly parts (piston, rings, gudgeon pins and retaining snap rings) to get the weight balance close and then modify the pistons by removing material to fine tune.

Setting Piston Ring Gaps

The next step in our Datsun Engine build series is to set the piston ring gaps. Gapping the piston rings is important to the performance and reliability of the engine.

Rebello 3.0L Kit Unboxing

We unbox the mighty Robello Racing 3.0L Kit for the Datsun L-Series engines. We discuss the various components, specifications we choose and the work ahead to turn our new motor into a beast.

Datsun Engine Block Cleaning

The next step in our Datsun Engine build series is to clean out all the old rust, grinding dust, grease, oil and grime that has built up from the previous work.

Datsun Engine Block Upgrades

We had a few upgrades done at the machine shop to add some performance, serviceability and reliability to the Datsun L28 F54 Engine Block.

Datsun Engine Block Rust & Paint Removal

With the block back from the machine shop it is time to clean off all the old rust and paint.

Datsun Engine Block Modifications

Before taking the engine block to the machine shop you can clean up the interior block surface and remove any casting flash.

Datsun Engine Block Disassembly

Before you can start modifying the engine block you need to know what you have. During the disassembly process measure the engine parts and compare them to the Nissan specifications.

Datsun SU Intake Porting

Intakes are typically cast and consequently can end up with casting flash and misshapen ports due to mold shifts. If you are porting your cylinder head you already have all the supplies you need to also port your intake.

Porting & Polishing Datsun Cylinder Head

One big area for improvement on the L-series heads is modifying the intake and exhausts ports. Here is a step-by-step guide for porting and polishing the ports.

Porting & Polishing Combustion Chambers

Key to increasing the performance of an L-Series motor are modifications to the cylinder chambers. This article covers CC'ing, unshrouding the valves, valve set transitions and chamber polishing.

Datsun Cylinder Head Cleaning

With the Datsun Cylinder Head disassembled now is the time to clean it and see what you have before you begin making performance modifications.

Datsun Cylinder Head Disassembly

Disassembling a Datsun Cylinder Head is straight forward with a few unique tools. Once the head is dissembled and cleaned you can begin making performance modifications.

Tired Old Engine

The engine in my Datsun 240z at the last track day started to feel underpowered and then began smoking on take offs. Time to investigate...

Engine Block Modifications

Engine Build

Engine Build Specifications

Engine Build Articles

Cylinder Head Video Series

Engine Block Modifications