engine weight

[Vlad]

Does anyone knows how much does the L26 and 24 weight? i'm considering swapping the engine for VG30DETT and was wondering what's that gonna do to overall weight of the car.

[2ManyZs]

I think it's in the 450lb range, I remember picking up a crate L-28 many years ago in a pickup and it only took two of us to lift it off the ground and set it in the back of the truck. That was a long block in a crate, so if two skinny guys can lift it it can't be too heavy.

[Royce]

I weighed a stock L28 with head, distributor, water pump, FI manifold, exhaust manifold, flywheel, clutch and trans and it was 600lbs. All fluids had been drained. I would expect there is not a big difference(+/1 20lbs) in weight between a L24, L26, or L28.

Hope it helps!

[Zvoiture]

Hey! While we're on this topic...Anybody know the difference in weight between an F54 and a 'regular' L28 block (n47?). Is there any difference?

steve77

[Royce]

I was thinking about this when I typed my last response. I haven't weight them but would think the 280Z block(N42) & 280ZX block(F54) would be pretty close to the same weight. The F54 may be a bit heavier because it has extra webbing but it is also supposed to be a cleaner cast overall.

Okay, so there is my theory, anyone have the actual numbers?

Have fun!

[Zvoiture]

Royce,

How does one go about becoming a 'professional' Z car nut? Does this mean you get paid for it? What a charmed life! I keep trying to figure out ways to get income from a Z car obssession, but so far the numbers are always bigger on the other side....

steve77

[Royce]

Zvoiture, I don't remember calling myself a professional Z car nut!? I am a Z nut and I do sell stuff from my parts cars but it by not even close to enough for me or my family to live on. It is not enough to fix all the little things on my 240. But it is a fun way to learn about the cars!

Sorry to get off track folks! Have fun!

[Royce]

Duh, I see the "professional Z nut" now! Sorry, I didn't notice the new member titles before, looks like Mike has been having fun!

[2ManyZs]

Congratulations Royce, looks like you got "promoted".

If Mike was having fun, I'd hate to see what he has in store for the rest of us.:eek:

Hmm, when I replied mine got the same thing. There seems to be something "lurking in the shadows here".............

[Zvoiture]

Yeah, suddenly I'm a 'professional' too.

steve77

[Royce]

I can't wait for the checks to start coming in!

[2ManyZs]

You know the saying Royce, "It's in the Mail"? You better hope it's not on my truck. :eek: