November 25, 20213 yr Author comment_632206 Hey question guys what company valve stem seals have you used? Any recommendations Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/66051-mirror-finish-on-piston-walls/?&page=4#findComment-632206 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 25, 20213 yr comment_632209 I have Fel pro on my 280. They were in the rebuild gasket kit at a local chain store. Working fine since 2011. Nissan on my 240, also great since 2016. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/66051-mirror-finish-on-piston-walls/?&page=4#findComment-632209 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 26, 20213 yr Author comment_632226 Next question how do you recommend I flush the rust out of the channels. I can’t pull the car out side to use a hose and I don’t think it’s a good idea to use water with the pistons open right? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/66051-mirror-finish-on-piston-walls/?&page=4#findComment-632226 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 26, 20213 yr comment_632230 10 hours ago, 280zdude said: how do you recommend I flush the rust out of the channels. You should have done it before opening, but you can do it after you close it.. head on and clean the waterways.. I never had a clogged up engine but maybe someone here can say what to use besides lots of water.. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/66051-mirror-finish-on-piston-walls/?&page=4#findComment-632230 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 27, 20213 yr Author comment_632256 I actually did do it but I guess there’s a lot of build up in there next question what do the thing circled do? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/66051-mirror-finish-on-piston-walls/?&page=4#findComment-632256 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 27, 20213 yr comment_632257 Air conditioning magnet valves (solenoids) and vacuum reservoir. Take care of those parts, and the hoses. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/66051-mirror-finish-on-piston-walls/?&page=4#findComment-632257 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 27, 20213 yr Author comment_632293 20 hours ago, Zed Head said: Air conditioning magnet valves (solenoids) and vacuum reservoir. Take care of those parts, and the hoses. How do I take off the electrical connectors? I don’t want to break anything 😅 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/66051-mirror-finish-on-piston-walls/?&page=4#findComment-632293 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 28, 20213 yr comment_632317 Are those connectors.. righty tighty lefty loosy? You turn them to the left to open? I've seen those conn. on headlights of the 260z.. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/66051-mirror-finish-on-piston-walls/?&page=4#findComment-632317 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 28, 20213 yr comment_632332 19 hours ago, 280zdude said: How do I take off the electrical connectors? I don’t want to break anything 😅 I'm not sure but I think that you just peel the rubber boot back and pull them straight apart. That's how other connections are up there. Here's a thread with a picture of a set unplugged. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/66051-mirror-finish-on-piston-walls/?&page=4#findComment-632332 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 28, 20213 yr Author comment_632340 1 hour ago, Zed Head said: I'm not sure but I think that you just peel the rubber boot back and pull them straight apart. That's how other connections are up there. Here's a thread with a picture of a set unplugged. This worked! I didn’t peel the rubber back due to how brittle it was sprayed it with a little silicone before pulling Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/66051-mirror-finish-on-piston-walls/?&page=4#findComment-632340 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 28, 20213 yr Author comment_632353 This is how I’m flushing the engine out.. hoa says I can’t do anything outside. so I got tarps and taped it so water drains out of my garage. Plugged all the holes and I’m using an air compressor to flush the system with water. I had put vinegar into the the system for a few days before doing this. look at all the hard Sediment that came out! I will repeat until I see no more color in the water then I’ll remove the expansion plugs and do a visual check and flush caution dirty water will go everywhere. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/66051-mirror-finish-on-piston-walls/?&page=4#findComment-632353 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 28, 20213 yr Author comment_632354 For the pistons I put on blaster and a towel but I don’t see any other way around it. if any one has any ideas to help keep piston rings clean I’m all for it Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/66051-mirror-finish-on-piston-walls/?&page=4#findComment-632354 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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