BLUE's Copper ZXT

[BLUE]

Timing chain guides

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[BLUE]

went to spin out the block coolant drain bolt


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Arrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr..... there be treasure !!!


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so that will be bathed in chemicals and pressure washed out me thinks. Not uncommon at all especially at this age !

[BLUE]

The freeze plug behind the timing cover looked fairly newer realistically. (has sealant around the edges)


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Rear freeze plug above the rear main looked the same.


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[BLUE]

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#1

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#2

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#3

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[BLUE]

#4

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[BLUE]

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[BLUE]

I made the big rookie mistake of not pressure washing off the engine/block before tearing into it (bad call)... I didn't think I would be this far in initially...

Doh !!

Not that I can't do that now ... it's just not preferable.

The breather tube is loose as a goose in a noose (sorry had to).

Anyways will look for some ways to keep it where it's meant to be without popping out.

Hadn't thought passed taking the picture... I'm a wuss tonight.


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[DRIVEN]

What's the projected finish date on this engine?

[BLUE]

What's the projected finish date on this engine?

The year 2020 , but usually I go a little over... so maybe tack on an extra 6-months for good measure !

[DRIVEN]

We all know that quality takes time.

[510freak]

What's the projected finish date on this engine?

The year 2020 , but usually I go a little over... so maybe take on an extra 6-months for good measure !

And like driven said

And always like the detail you put into your threads David very worthy reads,and documentation kudos

[BLUE]

hahaha
Thanks DRIVEN and 510freak.
it's appreciated !

[BLUE]

KA oil pump came yesterday ! In package fer safe keepins !


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[BLUE]

Picked up some NOS and re-manufactured parts tonight as a package from another datsun nut.

CHROME (I think or premium) NOS Sealed Power 280zx (81-83) piston rings , 280z alternator (re-manufactured quiet bearings) , and a Maxima water pump (Re-manufactured).

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I haven't decided entirely which ring-set I'll be using at the moment lol.

That's all for now

BLUE

[BLUE]

Taking apart the valvetrain/etc to inspect , and make sure all is ok.

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[BLUE]

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[BLUE]

All valves have been lapped and look good on the faces/seats.


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All valve seals look fine.

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[BLUE]

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I cheated neener neener neener (intake/exhaust gasket is a little over 1yr old).

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I'll be going through the head as thoroughly as I can , and am glad I decided to pursue it.. more info later , but all is good.

BLUE

[DRIVEN]

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What's the wavy thing between the retainer and keepers?