datsunissan28 Posted January 18, 2006 Share Posted January 18, 2006 I have a 1980 280zx with about 63,xxx miles on it, the engine is in good running condition. I also acquired a 1983 l28et (110,xxx miles) along with the entire drivetrain, this includes the wiring harness, fuel pump, all engine accessories, borg warner transmission, driveshaft, rear end, also the dash with boost gauge. I woud prefer to keep the compression ratio of the n/a l28e and have it turbocharged, it seems low enough to avoid detonation. I was wondering what would be the best combination (head,block, pistons,etc.) with the parts i have available and what other small parts i may need. I have done some searching but I would like some more definite answers before i take off work to start tearing into it. Thanks in advance as always -Dustin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
datsunissan28 Posted January 24, 2006 Author Share Posted January 24, 2006 any words of wisdom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thumper Posted January 24, 2006 Share Posted January 24, 2006 n/a l28 block with p90 head with all turbo stuff. Max boost 9psi without intercooler, 12psi with intercooler without injectors. 15psi with intercooler and injectors. You need atleast the turbo fuel pump or one better a walbro fuel pump. You won't get many responses because this has been covered MANY TIMES so please search more I was just too bored not to respond. Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMortensen Posted January 24, 2006 Share Posted January 24, 2006 Go to the turbo section and read the turbo FAQ post by drax240z. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BleachZee Posted January 24, 2006 Share Posted January 24, 2006 Your 1980 engine has dished pistons already and an open chamber head. forget about using that block. Just swap in the complete turbo engine and don't waste your time with the NA engine at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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