Home
News
Partners
Contact
Welcome
Schedule
Articles
The Race Car
In the Media
Getting Started
Racer & Tech Tips
Maintenance & Checklists
Car Setup
Racing Results
Motorsports Costs
Links
Track Notes
FAQ
Overview
Engine Build
Datsun Torque Specifications
Links
Sponsorship

Kanga Motorsports

Home
News
Partners
Contact
Welcome
Schedule
Articles
The Race Car
In the Media
Getting Started
Racer & Tech Tips
Maintenance & Checklists
Car Setup
Racing Results
Motorsports Costs
Links
Track Notes
FAQ
Overview
Engine Build
Datsun Torque Specifications
Links
Sponsorship
Kanga Motorsports Spec Racer Ford Gen3 WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca Articles Cover.jpeg

Articles

  • Filter: Datsun 240z
  • All
  • Datsun 240z
  • Getting Started
  • Other Fun
  • Race Reports
  • Spec Racer Ford
November 19, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tapping and Cleaning Threaded Holes

November 19, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Tapping and Cleaning Threaded Holes

Before you assemble the engine components make sure all the threads are in good condition and clean. You really don’t want old rust and grime getting into your fresh motor.

November 19, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Datsun 240z, Engine Build

October 22, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Oil Pan Cleaning and Preparations

October 22, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Oil Pan Cleaning and Preparations

We strip, clean and prepare the oil pan for the Datsun Engine Build. We also check and ensure smooth operation of the oil trap doors and baffles.

October 22, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Datsun 240z, Engine Build

October 15, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Datsun Engine Build Books

October 15, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Datsun Engine Build Books

There are a lot of great resources out there on Engine Building here are some ones we found useful and also specific books and links for the Nissan / Datsun L-Series motors.

October 15, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Datsun 240z, Engine Build

September 24, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Painting the Engine Block

September 24, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Painting the Engine Block

With all the modifications and upgrades complete on the engine block it was time to get rid of that horrible looking outer surface and give it a fresh coat of paint.

September 24, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Datsun 240z, Engine Build

September 17, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Balancing Piston Assemblies

September 17, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Balancing Piston Assemblies

Using a scale you can mix and match the various piston assembly parts (piston, rings, gudgeon pins and retaining snap rings) to get the weight balance close and then modify the pistons by removing material to fine tune.

September 17, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Datsun 240z, Engine Build

September 3, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Setting Piston Ring Gaps

September 3, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Setting Piston Ring Gaps

The next step in our Datsun Engine build series is to set the piston ring gaps. Gapping the piston rings is important to the performance and reliability of the engine.

September 3, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Datsun 240z, Engine Build

August 27, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Rebello 3.0L Kit Unboxing

August 27, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Rebello 3.0L Kit Unboxing

We unbox the mighty Robello Racing 3.0L Kit for the Datsun L-Series engines. We discuss the various components, specifications we choose and the work ahead to turn our new motor into a beast.


August 27, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Datsun 240z, Engine Build

June 25, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Datsun Engine Block Cleaning

June 25, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Datsun Engine Block Cleaning

The next step in our Datsun Engine build series is to clean out all the old rust, grinding dust, grease, oil and grime that has built up from the previous work.

June 25, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Datsun 240z, Engine Build

June 18, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Datsun Engine Block Upgrades

June 18, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Datsun Engine Block Upgrades

We had a few upgrades done at the machine shop to add some performance, serviceability and reliability to the Datsun L28 F54 Engine Block.

June 18, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Datsun 240z, Engine Build

June 4, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Datsun Engine Block Rust & Paint Removal

June 4, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Datsun Engine Block Rust & Paint Removal

With the block back from the machine shop it is time to clean off all the old rust and paint.

June 4, 2019
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Datsun 240z, Engine Build

February 14, 2017
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Datsun Engine Block Modifications

February 14, 2017
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Datsun Engine Block Modifications

Before taking the engine block to the machine shop you can clean up the interior block surface and remove any casting flash.

February 14, 2017
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Datsun 240z, Engine Build

February 7, 2017
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Datsun Engine Block Disassembly

February 7, 2017
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Datsun Engine Block Disassembly

Before you can start modifying the engine block you need to know what you have. During the disassembly process measure the engine parts and compare them to the Nissan specifications.

February 7, 2017
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Datsun 240z, Engine Build

January 31, 2017
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Datsun SU Intake Porting

January 31, 2017
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Datsun SU Intake Porting

Intakes are typically cast and consequently can end up with casting flash and misshapen ports due to mold shifts. If you are porting your cylinder head you already have all the supplies you need to also port your intake. 

January 31, 2017
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Engine Build, Datsun 240z

January 24, 2017
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Porting & Polishing Datsun Cylinder Head

January 24, 2017
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Porting & Polishing Datsun Cylinder Head

One big area for improvement on the L-series heads is modifying the intake and exhausts ports. Here is a step-by-step guide for porting and polishing the ports.

January 24, 2017
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Datsun 240z, Engine Build

January 10, 2017
James Chartres
Getting Started, Datsun 240z

Track Day Tools

January 10, 2017
James Chartres
Getting Started, Datsun 240z
Track Day Tools

A select set of useful tools can be all you need in most trackside situations. Here are some things to consider taking to a track day.

January 10, 2017
James Chartres
Getting Started, Datsun 240z

Tagged: Getting Started

November 15, 2016
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Porting & Polishing Combustion Chambers

November 15, 2016
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Porting & Polishing Combustion Chambers

Key to increasing the performance of an L-Series motor are modifications to the cylinder chambers. This article covers CC'ing, unshrouding the valves, valve set transitions and chamber polishing.

November 15, 2016
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Datsun 240z, Engine Build

November 8, 2016
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Datsun Cylinder Head Cleaning

November 8, 2016
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Datsun Cylinder Head Cleaning

With the Datsun Cylinder Head disassembled now is the time to clean it and see what you have before you begin making performance modifications.

November 8, 2016
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Datsun 240z, Engine Build

November 1, 2016
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Datsun Cylinder Head Disassembly

November 1, 2016
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Datsun Cylinder Head Disassembly

Disassembling a Datsun Cylinder Head is straight forward with a few unique tools. Once the head is dissembled and cleaned you can begin making performance modifications.

November 1, 2016
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Datsun 240z, Engine Build

August 2, 2016
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Koyorad Radiator Install

August 2, 2016
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Koyorad Radiator Install

Some older Zeds have cooling issues in traffic this can be caused by a clogged cooling system. Installing an aluminum radiator provides an improvement in cooling and enhances the overall look of the engine bay.

August 2, 2016
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Upgrades

July 14, 2016
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tired Old Engine

July 14, 2016
James Chartres
Datsun 240z
Tired Old Engine

The engine in my Datsun 240z at the last track day started to feel underpowered and then began smoking on take offs. Time to investigate...

July 14, 2016
James Chartres
Datsun 240z

Tagged: Engine Build

Older Posts
Back To Top
Facebook
YouTube
Instagram
Twitter

© 2016-2020 Kanga Motorsports

Cart (0)