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brianbaratta
06-26-2002, 01:30 AM
is it possible drop a JDM Skyline GTR (300ZX TT) in a 240sx ?
JEdubz
06-26-2002, 01:47 AM
I'm really confused with what you just asked... Is it possible to drop in a 300zx twin turbo VG30DETT into a 240sx... I have heard of this being possible but I havent seen any pictures to prove it... As for an RB26DETT which is the Skyline GT-R engine I have heard this is possible but you will have extreme problems with the drive train configuration and fitting it underthe hood will be kinda hard because its pretty tall. (Not that the Fairlady Z engine isn't)it really isnt worth the money for either of these swaps. Get an SR if your looking to make a power house and just mod it up... It burns less gas too! Go small displacement!
okisil80
06-26-2002, 01:48 AM
I've seen two RB26s in Silvias. Very wicked. A lot of work. One of the guys has gone through so many motors because of the 26's oiling problems that he could have built an SR that would have made more power with all the money he's spent.
brianbaratta
06-26-2002, 01:51 AM
im an idiot , whats an SR?
JEdubz
06-26-2002, 01:58 AM
An SR is a line of engine Nissan made. Many people call it an SR20 or SR20DET , although there is an SR20DE (in some Sentras and Infiniti G20's but they are FWD POOPOOS so dont think about it)... The SR20DET is the engine that is in a car called the Silvia in Japan , but also came in a car called the 180sx which is very similar to the 240sx fastback (hatchback). The DET is a 2.0 Liter Turbo engine that produces anywhere from 205-247 horsepower stock but never sold in America so people are constantly trying to get them over from Japan. This is typically the most common swap you will get for a 240sx. If you need some more info try SR SWAP . COM (http://www.srwap.com)   They give a good description.



See... Im not a total asshole... just partially. Cuz this guy admits he didn't know... as opposed to flaunting his lack of knowledge on the subject
brianbaratta
06-26-2002, 02:04 AM
thanks for the info........
robinlow
06-26-2002, 07:24 AM
I think unstable-hybrids can swap VG30DET in, and they probably have picture to prove it.

As for RB26DETT, there is a guy in Japan who has a RB26DETT from an R33 GTR on his S15 and it has been there for close to 1 yr now.

Its doing > 1000 HP, but he has not complained of any problems yet.

I guess if you are installing something like an RB engine, you'll need to do it right and spend $$$$$ if you you'll have to spend $$$$$ to maintain it.

As for SR20DET, I've got a HKS GT2530 Trubo, which I feel does not give enough power.

My friend in Singapore has a T51R turbo in his S14.5 and he says it had already maxed out at <600 HP.

So having a small engine may have limitations...

But no matter what getting a 240SX and doing an engine swap is a good experience, and you'll definitely love it!! <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/inlove.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':love:'> &nbsp;<img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/inlove.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':love:'> &nbsp;<img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/inlove.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':love:'> &nbsp;<img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/inlove.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':love:'> &nbsp;<img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/inlove.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':love:'> &nbsp;<img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/inlove.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':love:'> &nbsp;<img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/inlove.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':love:'> &nbsp;<img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/inlove.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':love:'> &nbsp;<img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/inlove.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':love:'> &nbsp;<img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/inlove.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':love:'> &nbsp;<img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/inlove.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':love:'> &nbsp;<img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/inlove.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':love:'> &nbsp;<img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/inlove.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':love:'> &nbsp;<img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/inlove.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':love:'> It all depends on your budget!