Mortons ZD 30 Rebuld

[morton2478]

Ok boys and girls not sure if this thread is in the right spot still learning how to do things on the forum. I am just after some information on my zd30 i will be rebuilding my 3ltr in the coming months after a glow plug failure that has left me with a cracked piston on number 4 what i am chasing is information on what internals like pistons, bearings and gaskets. What has every one has used any help would be much appreciated

[Bigcol]

how much do you have planned to spend?

how cheap are you expecting things to be......?

I have heard horror stories of guys getting work done "real cheap" then having to spend more money to fix the mistakes and shoddy workmen ship

[morton2478]

Im not worried about prices it won't be on the cheap im more worried about all the cheap and nasty pistons and parts now on the market i have been contemplating a 4.2 conversion but i have been really happy with the 3ltr if had of known about the glow plug timmer issue the big girl would more than likely be still on the road

[Bigcol]

after fluffing around with my cooling system (because I tow a Van) for many years, I have found the factory original is a lot better than alot of aftermarket brands

my thoughts would be to stay clear of eBay for your parts, and find out what brands Nissan sells
do a cost comparison then, once you know what brands are available, then you can make a decision

[morton2478]

Cool thanks for the input bigcol this is exactly what i want to hear everyones input as i want a motor with strong internals not chasing big horse power just reliability the only towing i do is our camper thanks again for the input

[Bigcol]

have you looked into the cost of an imported engine?
I know some do the 4.2 import, dont even know if there is a market for the ZD

could be worth a look into

a lot less fluffing around

[General]

Watching this as i have thought about importing a motor