i a have 78 datsun b210 with an a14 engine. i bought some nice parts off ebay but i cant find rod bearings anywhere. is this critical that i replace them if they arent too worn?

i got a steal on these parts. full piston, ring, and pin set for $26.00. and a full gasket set for $10

I'd do the bearings at the same time....no point reusing 20 yr old bearings on a brandnew bottom end.

Automotive suppliers in Aust still sell bearings for this engine. Places like "Repco" & "Burson" I'm not sure of the equivalent in the US.

The company who makes the bearings is called "Nason"

Big end bearings are around $30AUS, Main bearings are around $60AUS.

I think you should be able to find them in the US too...hopefully

I found mine at Schucks or Knects auto part about 20.00 bucks or so. Have extra motor parts if you need them.

$20 for connecting rod bearing?
if you had some that would be great

I assume you'll do the main bearings at the same time too.

Here's some pictures of bearings to ease my boredom.

let me find the reciept and i ll send you the part numbers for ordering purpose took 2-3 days to order in.

rockauto.com has them for $21.79. They've got most parts you'll need for a rebuild - but of course finding them on ebay will save you money costs you time. I've ordered from Rockauto before - never had problems.
Michael

ok the part numbers cb980p rod bearings 3.79 ea. The main bearings ms1107p 33.99 set this was bought at knecht's hope this helps.

thanks for the help guys. ill get some and git-r-done

I live here in the U.S. & the 1400 in my 1200 came out of a 78 Datsun b210 GX . I order all my parts from my local parts store so I know they can get 'em . Just make sure you get the right pistons cause there is a diff. in the cc's from 78 & 79.