i am starting an l18 build. my stock l16 is getting tired. i came across a block which came with pistons, connecting rods, an oil pan, timing cover. seemed like a good deal to me so i got it.
then i came across a W58 peanut head. seemed like it would work. so i would need some feedback there. also i would like some advice toward a camshaft and other parts. im not expecting it to rev to 9000rpm or anything. i would just like a good street engine.
here are some pics to start...
-scott
l18 build
Re: l18 build
Dished pistons on an L18 is suboptimal unless you're planning to turbo it.
There's more L-series build information than you can shake a Sequoia at. Buy:
DATSUN 510 BOOKS
How to Modify Datsun 510, 610, 240Z Engines & Chassis
Author: by Bill Fisher & Bob Waar
Publisher: HP Books 1973
ISBN: 0912656093
and
How to Modify Your Nissan and Datsun Ohc Engine
Author: by Frank Honsowetz
ISBN: 1555611605
and start reading. The How To Modify book is also available online at:
http://www.datsun510.com/modules.php?na ... ne_Manuals
There's more L-series build information than you can shake a Sequoia at. Buy:
DATSUN 510 BOOKS
How to Modify Datsun 510, 610, 240Z Engines & Chassis
Author: by Bill Fisher & Bob Waar
Publisher: HP Books 1973
ISBN: 0912656093
and
How to Modify Your Nissan and Datsun Ohc Engine
Author: by Frank Honsowetz
ISBN: 1555611605
and start reading. The How To Modify book is also available online at:
http://www.datsun510.com/modules.php?na ... ne_Manuals
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Re: l18 build
haha already have them
just wanted some imput from the fourm
just wanted some imput from the fourm
Re: l18 build
I have an L18 as a spare for my race car (L16 block ), I wished I had found this link before I built it for the L18 flat tops.
http://www.swmotorsport.com.au/index.ht ... 067.093299
http://www.swmotorsport.com.au/index.ht ... 067.093299
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Re: l18 build
If that is a .75mm oversize L20B piston you have a compression of 8.2 with p nut head. That's IF it's an L20B piston... do you know the dish volume???
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no i don't. the pistons and rods came with the block. the guy said the block was bored 20 over.
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.75mm is 0.02955" or just short of 30 thou. Best measure twice.
I see you have the coveted 'DATSUN 1600 OHC' valve cover... nice.
I see you have the coveted 'DATSUN 1600 OHC' valve cover... nice.
"Nissan 'shit the bed' when they made these, plain and simple." McShagger510 on flattop SUs