2002 Nissan Silvia Spec R (S15)
Discussion
mattyc69 said:
Did they find the screw???
Well, that is an interesting question. They have stripped the engine down thoroughly, even removing the core plugs, and still not found it. They have gone through it with a fine tooth comb and returned with a definitive conclusion that it isn't in there. I'm pretty confident with their findings as they are happy to warranty the engine for the next 12 months. Where did it go though!? I can only assume (hope, pray) that it's residing on the garage floor and can't be seen at present as the car is covering it.
So, updates...
There's a lot to update but I'll condense it down.
Firstly, my forged engine is now complete and returned from DY Engine Services in Bristol. Dave has done a phenomenal job with attention to detail that is second to none. I am very impressed with his work, his communication and enthusiasm. If it goes as good as it looks then this will be awesome!
To match the fresh engine I opted to get the engine bay colour coded at the same time. It went off to Big Bear Kustoms for colour coding and battery tray removal. It also had the factory seam sealer removed, any rust treated/removed and was re-seam sealed. The whole front end has had the same treatment including stone chipping the inner arches. Again, super happy with the workmanship and I will be returning in the future to get the rest of the car up to the same standard.
With the car returned, and a small window of opportunity to lend an engine crane, we dropped the engine into place.
I have also been taking the opportunity to paint some parts up to bring them up to standard. Not every part will be done, but I'll do some of the more obvious bits and pieces as I fancy. Ultimate goal is to make it look smart and presentable but most importantly functional.
There's a lot to update but I'll condense it down.
Firstly, my forged engine is now complete and returned from DY Engine Services in Bristol. Dave has done a phenomenal job with attention to detail that is second to none. I am very impressed with his work, his communication and enthusiasm. If it goes as good as it looks then this will be awesome!
To match the fresh engine I opted to get the engine bay colour coded at the same time. It went off to Big Bear Kustoms for colour coding and battery tray removal. It also had the factory seam sealer removed, any rust treated/removed and was re-seam sealed. The whole front end has had the same treatment including stone chipping the inner arches. Again, super happy with the workmanship and I will be returning in the future to get the rest of the car up to the same standard.
With the car returned, and a small window of opportunity to lend an engine crane, we dropped the engine into place.
I have also been taking the opportunity to paint some parts up to bring them up to standard. Not every part will be done, but I'll do some of the more obvious bits and pieces as I fancy. Ultimate goal is to make it look smart and presentable but most importantly functional.
A quick overview of the engine rebuild for anybody who is interested.
-Strip engine, acid dip, clean, paint and powder coat all components (Candy Blue cam cover)
-Inspect and polish crank shaft
-Supply and fit all 16 Brian Crower valve guides
-Rebore cylinder block with deck plate
-Reface cylinder block and oil pump
-3 angle valve seats
-Remove squish pads from cylinder head
-New OEM Nissan exhaust manifold nuts/studs
-Full new gasket set
-New stem seals
-New water pump
-New oil pump
-New timing chain kit and guides
-ARP head studs
-Tomei 256 inlet and exhaust Poncams
-Tomei adjustable exhaust cam pulley
-Rocker arm stoppers
-New thrust washers
-ACL Race main and big end bearings
-CP forged pistons
-Manley steel con rods
-1.5mm Tomei head gasket
-Brian Crower valve springs
-Brian Crower titanium valve spring retainers
-New core plugs
-All new bolts throughout (replaced with stainless cap head where appropriate)
-Modified internal cam cover to accept rocker stoppers
-Timing chain guide
-Tomei spark plug cover
-Zinc plated all ancillary bolts
-Strip engine, acid dip, clean, paint and powder coat all components (Candy Blue cam cover)
-Inspect and polish crank shaft
-Supply and fit all 16 Brian Crower valve guides
-Rebore cylinder block with deck plate
-Reface cylinder block and oil pump
-3 angle valve seats
-Remove squish pads from cylinder head
-New OEM Nissan exhaust manifold nuts/studs
-Full new gasket set
-New stem seals
-New water pump
-New oil pump
-New timing chain kit and guides
-ARP head studs
-Tomei 256 inlet and exhaust Poncams
-Tomei adjustable exhaust cam pulley
-Rocker arm stoppers
-New thrust washers
-ACL Race main and big end bearings
-CP forged pistons
-Manley steel con rods
-1.5mm Tomei head gasket
-Brian Crower valve springs
-Brian Crower titanium valve spring retainers
-New core plugs
-All new bolts throughout (replaced with stainless cap head where appropriate)
-Modified internal cam cover to accept rocker stoppers
-Timing chain guide
-Tomei spark plug cover
-Zinc plated all ancillary bolts
crimbo said:
Love it, looks a proper job!
Thank you, I can't wait to get it back on the road now.Ahbefive said:
Yeo, thats looks really smart. Will you be replacing rubber grommets etc.
Cheers! Yes, all the Nissan grommets will be replaced with brand new ones assuming they are still available. Gassing Station | Readers' Cars | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff