Hello

Can anyone give me a clue as to where I can get all the applicable parts for an engine rebuild. (gasket set, pistons,...ect)  I'm currently working on a J13 motor and the parts search has been like looking for water in the desert.   Alternatively I would be just as happy to just buy an E-1 or J-13 motor right of the crate if there are any sources out there.

Miffed in Seattle...Harold 

There are many places to find what you want....check out these and look for nissan forklift parts..same thing:
http://www.web-silkroad.com/engine%20bearing.htm

http://www.rpmrons.com/nissantiming.html

http://411lift.com/ic.html

http://www.motorpowerinc.com/specs/j15.html

When I first started my "get it running again " project, I went to Schucks auto parts and they said they could get me a remanufactured L-16 engine.  They might have the J-13 engine available, also.

I just completed a rebuild on a 67 J13, I had to go 40 over on the pistons, I got D11 pistons from motorpowerinc.com worked great they are dished not flattop so I guess the compression is slightly less, gasket kit from NAPA, I had to go under on all the bearings except cam which was standard, and new valves the machine shop got them no problem. I got the oil pump on ebay NOS lucky find they are hard to find but I think Motor power has one that will work, I think a J15 oil pump is the same.  Water and fuel pump from NAPA. All complete including the machine work the motor was just under $1,000.00. Hope this helps.

Nick

Thanks all.  It's surprising how many sources are still out there.  It's all just so scattered.