Needed: Working L28

[Mike]

Hi all,

Does anyone have an L28 near Oregon? I've ordered one from ATK Engines, but, I was just informed that it will be ANOTHER 6-weeks before they can provide one to me.

I'm starting to look for options. I can probably have mine rebuild for 'around' the same price. But, I'm afraid that the engine might have some structural damage inside. I haven't pulled it apart yet, so, I don't know.

Anyway, if someone has an L28 near Oregon (I can drive as far as Seattle and possibly N. California or Idaho). Or, if you want to give it to me (in other states), I could justify the cost to ship it here.

I am willing to pay for it (if I can pick it up) just as long as I can be assured that it runs. I already have an engine I can rebuild and I don't want to do that if I don't have to.

Thanks!!

[thinkmonkey]

I live in Seattle and I have a Nissan Rebuilt L28. I bought my 73 in February and I yanked the engine earlier this month. Here's the skinny on the engine and tranny.

It's a Nissan Rebuilt L28 block, and it came with Nissan rebuild info. The block is an F54 which was used on the '81-83 280ZX and has flattop/dished pistons and extra webbing. It has an N47 head with round exhaust ports hooked up to 6-2 headers. The header has a leak on the top #3 cylinder I think it is. It is carbureted with 70-72 dome top SU's, not the crappy square tops sold in 73. The exhaust gas recirculation assembly (air galley, smog pump, etc) and all other emissions equipment have been removed, although the owner claimed it still passed emissions. The ignition has been converted to electronic, and it has new spark plugs and wires. The plugs tend to build up carbon because right now it runs rich, which will remedy itself when you sync the carburetors (I'll include the sync tool). I suspect this is because the previous owner lived higher and ran it richer to compensate. The fan is a viscous clutch type. The carbs still require a choke for cold start, and I have the choke lever assembly for you. The cams are absolutely spotless, and I suspect the previous owners claim of 11,000 miles is true. It starts without a puff of smoke or hesitation, even cold, and doesn't backfire. I changed the oil about 75 miles ago.

The engine is hooked to a 5 speed transmission from a 280zx, but which one it is I am not sure. Check out http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/2824/engine.html for some info on the tranny, because there were three produced. I suspect it was made between 81-83 and is the close ratio version, so I'm trying to find out. On the right side it is stamped with "L1" but I can't find the origin. I changed the tranny fluid and got no filings (or sawdust). Shifting is a breeze with the clutch, and the gate is easy to go through with a medium to short throw.

All of this added together with my 3.9 reared made for some awesome driving in the twisties, and I almost felt like I was sitting on a V8. The motor and tranny are very strong, and I'm confident in guaranteeing them that they are all I say or I'll swap them back. The reason I am selling it is because my Mopar friend convinced me to drop a small block chevy in my car after I've restored it, and really I had a solid car, which is now a shell while I do the bodywork on the unibody.

I'd also like to sell the exhaust, which was fantastic sounding. Hooked up to the headers it ran back to the single muffler in the back with no cat or pre-mufflers. If you lower the idle to around 650 is grumbles like a V8, and has a great throaty tone up towards redline, but is not ricey at all. I have a million other parts for sale (gas tank, sender, interior peices, wheels) if you'd like, just tell me and I may have it. Tell me what you think, I have tons of photos I can send you.

[Mike]

I live in Seattle and I have a Nissan Rebuilt L28. I bought my 73 in February and I yanked the engine earlier this month.

Hi Thinkmonkey,

I didn't get this until now... sorry about the delay. Anyway, I am interested. ATK engines was a no-go. They were going to put me off for another 2-3 months!! I can't believe it.

Can you post a few pictures of the engine? Put them in your gallery and create an album for this engine.

What sort of price do you want?

[Zvoiture]

Mike, there's a complete 77 here for $100. That would be a complete CAR.

steve77

[Mike]

Mike, there's a complete 77 here for $100. That would be a complete CAR.

Say what? A working car is for sale at $100? Sheesh...

[spudz]

Mike,

I have an L26 sitting her in my garage that

runs great. You just need the carbs and manifold.

What do you have to trade

[Mike]

Mike,

I have an L26 sitting her in my garage that

runs great. You just need the carbs and manifold.

Well, I've got all the EFI from the L28 that I took out of the car... however, don't you think an L26 will be underpowered for a 280z 2+2? I was considering putting one of my extra L24's in the car, but, I'm not sure if that would be right.