Built from the ground up with the exact specs of the legendary 1990 Nissan Hardbody Pickup. From frame materials to the exact engine specs. You still see them driving around today! What a joy to relive some nostalgia and appreciate the simple engineering of a durable truck. 90's Brochure excerpt: Imagine a fortress on wheels—tough, unyielding, and ready to conquer any challenge. The 1990s Nissan Hardbody isn’t just a truck; it’s a machine built for the most demanding tasks. Encased in its robust steel skin, this truck is engineered to withstand the harshest conditions. Whether it’s hauling heavy loads across rugged terrains or enduring the wear and tear of daily work, the Hardbody’s solid build ensures it remains steadfast and reliable. Under the hood, you'll find Nissan's legendary KA24E engine, a 2.4-liter inline-four that delivers a perfect balance of power and efficiency. What makes this engine truly unique is its exceptional durability and long-lasting performance. Known for its robust construction, the KA24E is built to endure the toughest conditions. Known Issues: Artifact under driver side dash. https://www.beamng.com/resources/1990-nissan-hardbody-truck-peacock-green.33096/ --- Post updated --- Engine Specs: Engine Specifications Engine code KA24E Layout Four stroke, Inline-4 (Straight-4) Fuel type Gasoline Production 1988-1997 Displacement 2.4 L, 2,389 cm3 (145.79 cu in) Fuel system Electronic fuel injection system Max. horsepower 136 PS (100 KW; 134 HP) at 5,200 rpm 143 PS (105 KW; 140 HP) at 5,600 rpm Max. torque 206 Nm (21.0 kg·m; 152.0 ft·lb) at 4,400 rpm 209 Nm (21.3 kg·m; 154.2 ft·lb) at 3,600 rpm Firing order 1-3-4-2 CYLINDER BLOCK The Nissan KA24E motor has a cast-iron cylinder block, cast steel connecting rods, a half-counterweighted forged steel crankshaft. The KA24E engine cylinder bore is 89.0 mm (3.5 in) and the piston stroke is 96 mm (3.78 in), compression ratio rating is 8.6:1 or 9.1:1. Cylinder block Cylinder block alloy Cast iron Compression ratio: 8.6:1 or 9.1:1 Cylinder bore: 89.0 mm (3.50 in) Piston stroke: 96.0 mm (3.78 in) Number of piston rings (compression / oil): 2 / 1 Number of main bearings: 5 Cylinder inner diameter (standard): 89.000-89.010 mm (3.5039-3.5043) in) Piston skirt diameter (standard): 88.970-88.980 mm (3.5027-3.5031 in) Piston pin outer diameter: 20.989-21.001 mm (0.8263.0.8268 in) Piston ring side clearance: Top 0.040-0.080 mm (0.0016-0.0031 in) Second 0.030-0.070 mm (0.0012-0.0028 in) Oil 0.065-0.135 mm (0.0026-0.0053) in) Piston ring end gap: Top 0.28-0.43 mm (0.0110-0.0169 in) Second 0.45-0.60 mm (0.0177-0.0236 in) – R or T 0.55-0.70 mm (0.0217-0.0276 in) – N Oil 0.20-0.60 mm (0.0079-0.0236 in) Connecting rod center distance: 164.95-165.05 mm (6.4941-6.4980 in) Crankshaft journal diameter: 59.967-59.975 mm (2.3609-2.3612 in) Crankpin diameter: 49.968-49.974 mm (1.9672-1.9675 in) Crankshaft center distance: 47.97-48.03 mm (1.8886-1.8909 in) main bearing beam bolts tightening procedure and torque specs: The cylinder head is made of aluminum alloy. The valve system has a pivot type rocker arm that is activated directly by the cam mechanism. The Nissan KA24E motor use three valves per cylinder (two intake valves and single exhaust valve) and the dual type valve springs. Intake valves are 34.0 mm (1.34 in) in diameter and the exhaust valves are 40.0 mm (1.57 in). The camshaft is driven by a single row roller chain driven by the crankshaft. The tension of the chain is controlled by a chain tensioner which is operated by spring and oil pressure. Further Reading on Specs included in this vehicle mod:
