Datsun 280Z 5 Speed Transmission Rebuild

[@CoryRyanHoward]

I’ve watched this whole video twice now. My trans out of my 86 300z is out of the case and in the vice and I’m about to start on disassembly finally! Thanks for a great walk through!

[@richardsmith741]

Hey. Your vid is still going strong. Thanks for the days if not weeks of work you put into it.

[@TheSaturnV]

Fantastic Job with the video Greg. I wouldn’t have decided to tackle this job without your work here. You’re a very good instructor. I’ve got an ‘83 zx 5sp that’s going into my ‘74 260z and I’ll have this video open all the way. Thank you!

[@gregoslund8091]

TheSaturnV thanks and best of luck

[@AlphaBobFloridaOverlord]

Wearing your safety flip flops and you’re equipped with the most important tool of all - beer! Love it!

[@gregoslund8091]

There were a few moments, like lifting the 50 pound gear assembly into the press, I asked my self “really flip flops”?

[@AlphaBobFloridaOverlord]

Greg Oslund I do the same things - welding in flip flops and shorts (telling myself it’s safe because my legs are under the welding table). We’re living proof that Natural Selection is just a theory! Stay safe brother.

[@mathieujeandrevin4759]

Thanks for this amazing video ! I own a 1989 200sx (240sx here in Europe) and the transmission is also a FS5W71C. I'm finishing the rebuild (torqued the mainshaft nut yesterday) and can't wait to test this rebuilt part in my car ! Anyway, thank you for this quite complete video, very helpful !

[@gregoslund8091]

Mathieu Jeandrevin You’re welcome!

[@mathieujeandrevin4759]

@@gregoslund8091 by the way, I reswap the rebuilt gearbox, everything is smooth (the 2nd gears grinds just a bit when cold, I think synchros have to adjust a little) and works as normal ! Again, thanks for the video, I never would have done this job without it ;)

[@gregoslund8091]

@@mathieujeandrevin4759 great to hear!

[@somedaysailor7913]

Thanks to your video, I now plan to try and repair mine. FYI, I have been linking your video in the comments of other videos, because there is a lot of bad information being spread out there. Mine is out of a 1997 D21 pickup and the 5th gear pops out. Again thanks for such a thorough video and any input you have on my situation is appreciated.

[@gregoslund8091]

If a gear pops out, that likely means the loose ball bearing in the intermediate plate is worn or the detent in the gear selector rod that engages the ball bearing is worn. I’m referring here to the ball bearing and spring assembly in the opening scene of the video. Worst case is you need to open up the transmission, removed the selector rod and see what’s going on and fix it. Other option that might work is remove the plug and spring from the exterior of the intermediate plate, use a magnet and remove/replace the ball bearing. You might be able to do this without removing the transmission from the truck! I never had to do this but the fact that the three plugs in the intermediate plate are accessible implies that this is possible. Make sense?

[@somedaysailor7913]

@@gregoslund8091 First, Thank you for the reply. If I understand correctly, I would have to remove the bottom plug on the side of the intermediate plate and check that ball bearing for wear? I'll definitely inspect that before I pull the unit. It started out just popping out under load, now it won't stay in 5th at all. Is it possible just to pull only the back of the casing, so I can repair only what is needed if the actual gear or syncro is bad? I have rebuilt engines, but I have never opened a transmission. Since all the other gears are fine, I would like to try and do as little as possible as I'm on a tight budget. Thanks again.

[@gregoslund8091]

Yes, remove the bottom plug, remove the spring and then ball using a magnetic wand..something small. I can’t recall exactly but the ball is 5/32” I think. Whatever it is get a new one at ACE or maybe a bike shop. You can remove the tail of the transmission but that’s problematic because the intermediate plate will likely seperately from the bell and then you need to reseal it all. I don’t the gear or the synchro is your issue. Try the ball and hope for the best. Sent from my iPhone On May 24, 2020, at 10:33 AM, KZbin wrote: KZbin Logo Someday Sailor replied to your reply on Someday Sailor's comment Someday Sailor Greg Oslund First, Thank you for the reply. If I understand correctly, I would have to remove the bottom plug on the side of the intermediate plate and check that ball bearing for wear? I'll definitely inspect that before I pull the unit. It started out just popping out under load, now it won't stay in 5th at all. Is it possible just to pull the back of the casing, so I can repair only what is needed if the actual gear or syncro is bad? I have rebuilt engines, but I have never open a transmission. Since all the other gears are fine, I would like to try and do as little as possible as I'm on a tight budget. Thanks again. REPLY If you no longer wish to receive emails about comments and replies, you can unsubscribe. © 2020 KZbin, LLC 901 Cherry Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066 KZbin Twitter

[@somedaysailor7913]

@@gregoslund8091 Thank you. I will be checking this tomorrow. I cannot tell you how much I appreciate you sharing your expertise with all of us struggling to find good information.

[@gregoslund8091]

Ball bearing is 5/16”. The other possibility is the spring is worn out.

[@thomaswanek3908]

BTW very good detail. With the help of your videos, I believe I will be able to rebuild my 280z transmission. Thank you for taking the time to film.

[@robertfox321]

This was tremendously helpful!

[@gregoslund8091]

Thanks for all the comments. When I mentioned to friends and family that I posted a 1+ hour video they thought no one would bother watching it!

[@CielSnipes]

Glad you posted this. I'm only 20, ended up buying a 76 280z as my first car. Been watching this video quite a bit in case my original 4 speed gives out, I may end up grabbing a 5 speed and try rebuilding it. Cheers!

[@imsgoalie1]

You're a fucking gem of a human, you know that? Just out-fuckin-standing...

[@jessewaite509]

I arrived here to ask lame questions, only to be bludgeoned by your thoroughness. Part sources? Check. Lit sources? Check. That's a wrap internet, we're done here. Terrific work--I can't wait to rebuild mine!

[@MrDatsun]

How did the anerobic sealer make out instead of using the original paper gaskets for the MS and CS at the front of the case when it came time to install the original shims?

[@miguelsoto9579]

Damm so perfectly explained than k for this video and ur hard work 👍

[@davewm9589]

Nice video, fun to work on such a simple transmission. Good work.

[@Ren200Z_MotoringLife]

great video, thank you for your time, good info like this is hard to find.

[@mikegadoury6172]

Wow! That was an awesome, incredibly informative video. Nicely done. Was wondering if it would be possible to list all the part numbers of the components you replaced and where you got them. Sounds like most parts came from the dealer and a couple online sites, but the part numbers would be so helpful. I have two of these transmissions and would like to rebuild both. Again great job!!

[@gregoslund8091]

Thanks! Most of the parts are in this kit. www.transmissionpartsdistributors.com/fs5w71a-fs5w71c-transmission-rebuild-kit-with-synchro-rings-fits-77-84-datsun-nissan-200sx-280z-280zx-maxima-pickup-bk104ws/#PhotoSwipe1524452992736

[@tallnrough68]

My 280z 5-speed transmission was rebuilt years ago by a shop but 3 gear grinds at high rpm’s… everything in the transmission was new. Any ideas what might be wrong ?

[@bryandyer6912]

I have an fs5w71c in a 92 D21 Hardbody two-wheel drive and I was wondering what's the best oil to run in that transmission out here in this Oklahoma Heat. Thanks

[@ricksteele3967]

You can actually still get the 5th gear sleeve. I just ordered one for the transmission I am rebuilding.

[@yoftahelgebre3525]

Where from?

[@ricksteele3967]

Yoftahel Gebre www.drivetrain.com/nissan-fs5w71-synchro-kit-110-nissan-fs5w71-4-cylinder-5th-gear-sleeve-1-49-od-trs303585-5#

[@havardhalstensen280]

Hello. Nice and informative video :). I have a 60 L gearbox that I am considering doing something with as I have a lot of movement in the axle up and down and sideways both in and out. Do you have any idea if this is normal or ????????

[@gregoslund8091]

Snap ring pliers, bearing puller, assorted 1.25 i.d. Pipe lengths to press bearings on shaft and a 20 ton shop press.

[@thomaswanek3908]

Order assorted metric ball bearing kit. Last question, did your Reverse Counter Gear( splined) just slide on easily? Mine is not, but very hesitate to use a small hammer to tap it in.

[@thomaswanek3908]

ALL DONE THANKS FOR YOUR VIDEO AND PATIENCE. ONE SMALL ISSUE, THE TRANSMISSION MUST HAVE BEEN OPENED BEFORE BECAUSE I AM MISSING THE SMALL RETAINING BALL THAT SITS IN THE SHAFT. ANY IDEAS WHAT I CAN USE AS A SUBSTITUTE? SEEMS TO BE UNAVAILABLE FROM EBAY OR DEALERS.

[@thomaswanek3908]

Can you list the "special tools" needed to work the Datsun Z transmission? You mentioned the bearing puller, what else?

[@gregoslund8091]

[e-mail] if you have other questions

[@davewm9589]

Nice video, I did several but yours is much better produced.

[@gregoslund8091]

Thanks. Yes I watched your video and that’s what inspired me to jump in and do it!

[@davewm9589]

Great! they are kind of therapeutic in a way, and not hard to understand once you dig into it. The only thing I did not do that I would if I did one again would be to put the main shaft on some v blocks and dial indicate it just to see if the runout is excessive. I have heard there are shops that will straighten if needed.

[@gregoslund8091]

You’re funny, glad the video was helpful!

[@b4bash]

Great video, thanks for sharing. The case looks great, how’d you clean that up so well, vapor blasting? Thanks again!

[@thomaswanek3908]

One more question if you don't mind, where did you source the extensions for the bearing puller?And are they technical called "extensions?

[@gregoslund8091]

Harbor Freight or on line at eBay or Amazon you can get an inexpensive puller set with extensions. You could also use threaded rod. Good luck

[@terrymitchell2184]

good job wished you would of shown the part numbers Im rebuilding a 1976 280z 5speed.

[@e46m3csl]

Great video. Only bit I can't make sense of is the installation of the rear housing for the transmission. I can't seem to get the forks lined up which is causing me a huge headache. Rewatched the tail end of this video but the explanation just baffles me and trying to do it in person nothing is working. Anyone have any first hand tips?

[@gregoslund8091]

Did you get it? I replied to the latest post with an answer to your question.

[@e46m3csl]

@@gregoslund8091 I did, thank you 👍

[@billschultz-rathbun6226]

Hey Greg, great video! I’m in the process of rebuilding my own transmission and I’m stuck at the point of putting the aft housing back onto the transmission. Can’t get the shifter and shift forks to line up for the life of me. Any advice or tips that might help?

[@gregoslund8091]

Yes, you have to 1. Make sure gears are in the neutral position 2.put shifter lever in and turn counter clockwise looking from the rear of the transmission 3. Slide the tail housing in and engage shifting guide rod with the cutout portion of the fork rod. It’s in the FSM on page MT-6 for the 82-83 5 speed. First look inside of the real extension and you’ll see what I’m talking about.

[@billschultz-rathbun6226]

@@gregoslund8091 awesome. I got it! Thanks so much. Really appreciate your video. The step by step commentary made this way easier than it would have been otherwise.

[@mistone9784]

Hi I have a 04 frontier trans is making roaring noise right at the front of it where the bearing is to take the trans off you don't have to take the whole trans out you can just take the transmission part off right not the bell housing I did put a new throw out bearing in thinking it was that just don't want to take the whole trans back out

[@damonf9475]

seems like a pain with so many parts... not sure if i want to tackle this. How long did it take you from beginning to end?

[@gregoslund8091]

Yes, it’s a bit of a pain and took me 8 hours. The main thing is you have to have the tools and the desire to desire to diy. Without those, pay someone to do it.

[@bluesman6955]

Thank you for taking the time to make the video. Do you have a source for the factory manual you are using?

[@gregoslund8091]

Used on EBay….search for Datsun factory service manual FSM 280z. Datsun issues a FSM for each model year. Shop around for a good price.

[@gregoslund8091]

Also can get scanned versions using search on Google

[@leblancsylvain9563]

Thanks for the video good job

[@thomaswanek3908]

Where did you find the countershaft front bearing shims? Are they still available from your source?

[@gregoslund8091]

The Nissan dealer has them but only one thickness so you need to measure and order the number of shims needed. In the old days they apparently offered a variety of thicknesses.

[@thomaswanek3908]

@@gregoslund8091 The FSM doesn't list a part number, not does my other part number sources. Do you know the number?

[@gregoslund8091]

32218-E9000

[@JoseHernandez-qz2kd]

Where do you bought that part?

[@gregoslund8091]

Jose Hernandez Nissan dealership

[@terrymitchell2184]

Im looking for the oil gutter I cant find it on line where did you get yours and their info

[@gregoslund8091]

Dealer has them

[@bskhas8]

👍

[@MindDezign]

No follow up ? How is the gear box

[@gregoslund8091]

Works perfectly! Super quiet and smooth shifting!

[@MindDezign]

@@gregoslund8091 NOW that is worth a video about !

[@gregoslund8091]

MindDezign I just posted the test drive video. Picture bad, sound is GOOD!

[@YoutubeGold-dc5fd]

to much talking