L28 rebuild - where to go in Melbourne?

[phillay]

hi guys

 

I was about to have a go at rebuilding the L28 that I got cheap, but time and space is lacking so I want to look for someone to do it properly. I am not after a super highly strung race build or something that's going to move the earth. I've read the few threads on there on budget builds etc.

 

I just want something that for the streets, I drive my car once a fortnight. I have 2 heads and a block that looks to be in good nick. they are both N42 i think. I have a set of 40mm mikunis to go on them as well. My budget is $5k to get it done, I could drop it into the car myself.

 

I am ready to just drop the motor off at some place right now if I needed to.

 

advice please.

 

thanks in advance

 

 

p.s is Z shop in Glen Iris good? read some reviews on google, their website is outdated. I am planning to give them a visit next saturday first thing.

Phil

[mossy]

Les Collins, Daniel at DJM automotive or PMC

[luvemfast]

what he said^^^^^^

[C.A.R.]

I personally wouldn't recommend the Z Shop.

Les is very busy atm & you'll have to have a budget of $6k+ to get him to do it for you.

 

Peter Mac is probably your best bet for your budget.

[Z Shop Performance]

What is your problem Lurch?

I keep getting phone calls and emails from bemused customers telling me you are constantly bagging Z Shop Performance and I don't think we have ever even met.

We service tune and rebuild far more Nissan performance vehicles - 240Z's etc than anybody else in Australia.

Our customers cars have won more motorsport events (historic, state racing & Targa Tasmania) than any other Z service provider in Australia since 1986.

We currently have 8 x 240Z's being worked on by our 3 mechanics and are running 2 shifts x 6 days per week with extra casual staff to try and keep up with our work load.

Our web service provider has been eager to update our site for ages but we are plain and simply too busy providing quality service in our workshop to give him the input he needs.

 

If you have grievances with this company why don't you call me discuss them instead of being a loud mouth on a public forum bud.

 

 

 

[Retro Z]

I've dealt with Lindsay at Z shop several times before for parts and advice and on all occasions he offered a very good service and is very accomodating so i can't complain.

[C.A.R.]

I'll concede that my post above was a bit harsh Lindsey, so I've edited it.

However, my personal opinion of yourself and your business is my own & that will not change.

 

Indeed when relatively recent occurrences such as this happen: http://www.viczcar.com/forum/index.php?topic=11910.15

one must be cautious about dealing with a business/individual with a reputation - more-so in a small community such a Z cars...

 

/end.

[Z Shop Performance]

Good morning Bob and Lindsay,

 

Just a quick line to let you know ROSENBERG was finally located and arrested on the 18th of July by Lilydale Police. The file returned to me over the weekend with the interview discs. I have not listened to the interview yet as I have been tied up with demosntration duties in and around the city. I will review the interview at the earliest time but. The next step will be to produce a brief of evidence to my Sergeant for review and hopefully producing a summons for ROSENBERG to attend court re theft of carbies. If you have any questions for me please do so via email as my hours are very erratic and at odd times.

 

Regards

 

Mathew Craine

First Constable 38267

email: mathew.craine@police.vic.gov.au

Public Order Response Unit

Tower 3, Level 2, 637 Flinders Street

Docklands, Victoria ,3008

PH, 96287000

Fax 96287065

DX 210096

 

Unfortunately the wheels of justice are slow.

 

[phillay]

Yea 6k+ is way above my budget I just want a fairly standard thing to run my 40mm carbs. Pmc.. whats his full name?

[peter mc]

Sorry I do not build engines in that price range best get the boys at the z shop to do it

[phillay]

[dat2kman]

Grab yourself a copy of the book" how to rebuild your datsun ohc L engine"

Read it, read it again.

Do it yourself on a bench in the shed, a Supercrap engine stand is a usefull thing.

You dont need to many fancy workshop tools.

What you will need is a machine shop to do a little finishing work on the block and the head.

Not hard.

 

Have a go at pulling an engine apart first, lay the bits out on the bench.

Hint, dont forget the two 10mm small bolts at front of head to front timing cover.

For timing chain wedge, fadhion up a bit of timber.

[phillay]

Dat2kman

 

I've decided to have a go based on your reply, but im going to be bugging you and a few other wise oldies for answers, expect a new thread next Saturday when I take my spare motor apart.

 

Cheers

 

Phil

[PB260Z]

Dat2kman

 

I've decided to have a go based on your reply, but im going to be bugging you and a few other wise oldies for answers, expect a new thread next Saturday when I take my spare motor apart.

 

Cheers

 

Phil

 

Great Idea

 

Just remember take lots of photo and bag and label everything.

 

Really looking forward to following your progress

[Zedstar]

Highly recommended. Z Shop Performance for the right outcome at a reasonable price. I  have 4 Zeds including a 240 in immaculate condition all looked after by Lindsay and his team for nearly 15 years.

 

Find the misinformation spread round from time to time about this business disturbing , know many of Lindsay's satisfied and loyal clients - the longevity of Z Shop in an era where many competitors and ancillary auto services have closed their doors speaks for itself.

[gav240z]

By the way Len Brennan recently contacted me to say he was looking to do Engine Rebuilds for L-series engines again. Although he hasn't replied to my last PM he said he wanted me to put the word out that he's doing engines again.

 

His profile on here is: http://www.viczcar.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1396

 

Do you think you could spread the word for me please Gavin, I am a bit lost on your web site. I will have to resurrect my own web site again.

 

Warmest Regards

 

Len Brennan

Merlin Engineering

Race and Performance Engineering

 

 

[benny]

I spoke to Len about this the other week and let him know that there was extreme interest in budget conscious rebuilds.

 

 

He was excited to hear this so please give him a call if your looking for a rebuild for a decent price.

 

 

 

 

[David S]

http://engineaction.com/

[gav240z]

http://engineaction.com/

 

Is that an advertisement or endorsement? Have you had them build a motor for you?

 

Your profile says you are in Sydney and yet these guys are in Melbourne? Not that there is anything wrong with that, but as you are new here you've posted 4 times 2 of which is to plug this website.

[David S]

Sorry for the long delay ,have had a long stay in hospital.lost interest in things till now.The web address is family and over the years have built motors for motor sport ,many top running vehicles .Not going to mention names ,Best rec is to talk to the boys and check out the shop you will be impressed.They also give a lot of info on line. David

[aircobra]

sircar automotive in huntingdale has done good value jobs for me

has in house machines, which is always a good sign

can also get all cosumables at good prices - pistons, gaskets.etc