Steve......I'm running the Nissan N42 head gasket......."0" deck height (I shaved .020 inches off the flat tops).

Edited July 22, 201212 yr by Diseazd

Guy, that is beautiful!

I cannot wait to see a video of it firing up! Bravo!

Guy -

I gotta ask - triples on this one? You're building a perfect engine to bolt those bad boys on!

Mitchell......I did cave to a Stage III cam........I notice quite a difference between the II and III.

........a few more items added.

Mitchell......I did cave to a Stage III cam........I notice quite a difference between the II and III.

Guy,

Was there much difference (and you may not be able to answer this yet) in the idle noise level - and much more torque - what is your RPM band with that cam?

Both cams idle pretty much as stock. The Stage III has a little tiny bit of lope. The Stage III just feels stronger through all RPM bands. Jon Mortenson is right.......there is no reason not to go Stage III. The only mod you need is the shorter valve seals when you exceed .460 inch lift......plus the performance valve springs and retainers of course.

What was the HP gain going to the Stage III from the Stage II?

I have no idea......All 3 of my L28 motors are Stage III......the L24's are Stage II. The L28's run about 165 rear wheel h.p.

Edited July 22, 201212 yr by Diseazd

A little more progress...........Eiji's bolt kit and Z Therapy quality work make for a nice looking motor.

Wow!

Intake heating tube and all!!!!

You are the man Guy!

Would you mind sharing your coating method for the following....

Exhaust manifold

timing cover

valve cover

If you are painting yourself, could you share the name of the products?

Also, did you paint the original crank pulley or is it rebuilt / new?

Looks fantastic. Can't wait to hear how you like this sort of unique combination of engine parts.