September 12, 20186 yr Author comment_557369 Maybe 1 - 2 minutes? Really quick. I moved it around to avoid any heat in one area over another. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50908-1976-280z-restoration-project/?&page=174#findComment-557369 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 24, 20186 yr Author comment_558020 Stay tuned for big news....! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50908-1976-280z-restoration-project/?&page=174#findComment-558020 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 24, 20186 yr Author comment_558077 Coming soon to a chassis near me... N42 block, bored to 89mm. Custom Ross Pistons, Polished L24 9mm rods, ARP hardware, floating pin, shot peened. Engine interior polished and painted and Glyptol coated. Balanced. E88 large valve ported, 2mm NISMO head gasket. Norris Cams 505 lift/300 duration. Nismo comp adj. cam gear. Possible P90 mechanical head swap for Fuel Injection. SASSZ's getting a stroker! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50908-1976-280z-restoration-project/?&page=174#findComment-558077 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 24, 20186 yr comment_558087 1 hour ago, wheee! said: Coming soon to a chassis near me... N42 block, bored to 89mm. Custom Ross Pistons, Polished L24 9mm rods, ARP hardware, floating pin, shot peened. Engine interior polished and painted and Glyptol coated. Balanced. E88 large valve ported, 2mm NISMO head gasket. Norris Cams 505 lift/300 duration. Nismo comp adj. cam gear. Possible P90 mechanical head swap for Fuel Injection. SASSZ's getting a stroker! Cool! Where did you find that beast? Must be some crazy person to give that up! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50908-1976-280z-restoration-project/?&page=174#findComment-558087 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 24, 20186 yr Author comment_558089 Long story... drop by sometime and we can discuss over a beer or two. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50908-1976-280z-restoration-project/?&page=174#findComment-558089 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 25, 20186 yr Author comment_558163 So, as some have already guessed, I will be assuming the conservator-ship of the legendary 3.1L stroker formerly reigning supreme over the 73 240Z owned by none other than our legendary contributor ZKars. Jim has been a source of inspiration and assistance from the beginning for me, and it is an honour to have the chance to purchase some of his gently used and superbly built pieces. Having sold his 73 shell to a local buyer, he was left with a plethora of parts looking for a good home. It was only after calling Jim (again) looking for advice on my own engine build that I suddenly realized what I was looking for was sitting in his garage.... So, long story short, I will be re-using his stroker as the heart of my build. I may add a few personal touches, such as fuel injection and a spark and fuel management system too. Along with the motor, I am picking up a few more assorted goodies from his car that won't be going to the shell buyer. In the end, most of his Z parts (from the 73) will be gone and he will be able to continue building his 510 empire in the south of Alberta! Pics and details to come as the parts make their way north to my surprisingly comfortable igloo. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50908-1976-280z-restoration-project/?&page=174#findComment-558163 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 25, 20186 yr comment_558173 What stand alone system are you going to use? A stroker is perfect for your car, going to be nice. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50908-1976-280z-restoration-project/?&page=174#findComment-558173 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 25, 20186 yr Author comment_558174 Thanks. I’m not committed to any system yet. Good feedback on the haltech systems from local guys though. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50908-1976-280z-restoration-project/?&page=174#findComment-558174 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 4, 20186 yr Author comment_558825 Tried powdercoating another valve cover for fun. I didn’t like the way the black powder coat looked so I sprayed it down with bed liner, the same stuff I used on the frame rails. Polished the lettering and now I like it! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50908-1976-280z-restoration-project/?&page=174#findComment-558825 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 6, 20186 yr Author comment_559011 Jim says goodbye to his Stroker... Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50908-1976-280z-restoration-project/?&page=174#findComment-559011 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 6, 20186 yr comment_559017 But Hello to a handful of cash. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50908-1976-280z-restoration-project/?&page=174#findComment-559017 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 6, 20186 yr comment_559018 Well if the engine is now at your place does that mean Jim figured out what the problem was with the rockers? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/50908-1976-280z-restoration-project/?&page=174#findComment-559018 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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