/// AERODYNE INDUSTRIES \\\ Reliability

[spltscnd95sol]

just wondering...are they reliable in swapping engines? are there people in the forum that can testify? your opinion and advice will be greatly appreciated. thanks. :2f2f:

[Knapik]

they are cool. they have been around for a while. they are a little more expensive but you get what you pay for.
+1 for Quin from aerodyne

[SoguRacing]

My buddy didn't have a good experience there. they replace a few exhaust manifold studs because of gasket leaks and there was a stud missing. they took the manifold/turbo assembly off and didn't check the turbo to manifold gaskets for leaks so when we got the car back they said that it would cost more to replace it since that wasn't what we wanted to have done...that they would have to take everything off again to replace it. bullshit. do it right the first time. haven't been back since. when you take something apart you do a quick check for other things while you're at it especially when it comes to gaskets. it was obvious half of it was missing.

there's other places. JER RACING
XS-ENGINEERING-expensive but guaranteed a good job. +1 to Eric over there.

[steve shadows]

Aerodyne is a cool place to buy videos and some rare parts...and that's about it

[spltscnd95sol]

wow! that's 1 good, 1 bad, and 1 neutral. are there any other place you would recommend? i called the sr20 store and they are super expensive.

[LongGrain]

panda garage?

[spltscnd95sol]

where else would you guys recommend someone who wants to do a SR20 swap? or what's your opinion on these other shops:

1. SR20 Store
2. G-Dimension
3. JER Racing

[94cc0rd]

I think, when researching shops to do something as big as an engine swap, the extra money that the more reputable shops charge is definately worth it.

I've heard nothing but good things about Marco @ sr20store. That's who I'm planning going to for my swap when I'm ready.

Also, nothing but good things said about G-Dimension.

[sideways7]

They are very hit and miss.

When I started to go to Aerodyne years ago they did really good work and had good customer service.

But the last couple of times I went to them for something, I was really dissapointed.

Quin Taka and Andy are cool but they're getting sloppy.

[SoguRacing]

Personally, I would pay the extra couple hundred to have a good wiring job done. 300 bucks is the difference between a clean engine bay and a half ass mickey mouse job. You'll pay for it now..or pay for it later. I've seen many swaps when my friend was going out to purchase one pre-installed. All were differen't degrees of cleanliness. pay the extra and have it done right the first time.

[spltscnd95sol]

wow! thanks for all your honest opinions. the difference is about 50% going to SR20 store (around 5K). seems like it's worth it.

[ctm_motortrends]

I agree with sideways7 lots of good work at start but they got really sloppy. I took apart a race car they finished for me because I was to busy and I was very disappointed. There cool people but I would not go there again.

[spltscnd95sol]

so then everything that they are building like the G37 from High End...do you think those won't be good after a while? that's crazy.

[Fries]

5 grand for a motorswap!? Does that include the motor and a light overhaul?

[spltscnd95sol]

5 grand for a motorswap!? Does that include the motor and a light overhaul?

sorry...i meant the difference from one store and sr20 store is going to be $5K more at SR20store...

[ctm_motortrends]

They are building "High End " cars but look closer a lot of there work is sloppy. I had a bad experience with them that's all I can say.

[spltscnd95sol]

that sucks! i was ready to do an engine swap with them. now i don't even know where to go. i'm waiting for G-Dimension's call and see how much they would charge me for what i want to do.

[spltscnd95sol]

is this considered sloppy:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2413/2355055035_6f1029c6d2_b.jpg

[94cc0rd]

dunno about others but I can't see much detail in that picture..

[SoguRacing]

There's a diference between doing a swap for a 20 year old kid who just wants it done and modding a high output show car. obviously more work and detail will go into the show car because more people will viewing it.

[spltscnd95sol]

There's a diference between doing a swap for a 20 year old kid who just wants it done and modding a high output show car. obviously more work and detail will go into the show car because more people will be viewing it.

i understand. is there anyone here who has done an SR20 swap and has been successful? no problems after 40K-60K miles on it? if so, who did it and how much did it cost you? thanks for your help.

[WISH ONE]

They did a head gasket on a friends SR, and cams were torqued half ass and improperly a few weeks later his head took a Sh!t. We pulled his head off and some of the cam bolts were loose some too tight, unacceptable. i havent heard good things about them.

[tougekid]

www.theshowzone.com (http://www.theshowzone.com)
but there on the east coast.

[Maiku240sxS14]

I got mine done at the sr20store. Yes it was expensive (due to buying the front clip) but had no problems with the swap for over a year now. I highly recommend Marco if your willing to dish out the $'s.

[cfrost]

just wondering...are they reliable in swapping engines? are there people in the forum that can testify? your opinion and advice will be greatly appreciated. thanks. :2f2f:


I haven't heard anything about aerodyne in years! I remember they'd have good and bad reviews, but nobody is perfect.. especially when it comes to working on cars

if you're getting an SR swapped, I really really recommend foothill auto in glendora (626-963-4611), they just pulled out my sr and put in a new one over the last couple days and really helped me out by finishing in time for Irwindale FD.

everything that they've done on my car has been really good work

PM me if you want more info

[spltscnd95sol]

how much did it cost you to do the swap?

[spltscnd95sol]

I got mine done at the sr20store. Yes it was expensive (due to buying the front clip) but had no problems with the swap for over a year now. I highly recommend Marco if your willing to dish out the $'s.

How much did it cost you? and how many miles have you put in the motor?

[WISH ONE]

damn frost! New SR????

[cfrost]

How much did it cost you? and how many miles have you put in the motor?

I'm not sure how many miles I put on my motor, but it lasted me a good couple of years. You can probably expect your SR to last longer, my car track-only and its on the track A LOT

I just called pat at foothill for you and he said basic swap w/ front clip would be $3700 turn-key (labor to pull both engines out, swap everything stock back over, etcetc)

I have a couple of friends who have dealt with poorly done swaps and it's never worth the headache and heartache. Pat & Jon over there know their SRs and their cars really well.. so I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them. You might want to give him a call and talk to him to see what you get all with it or check out the shop if you're local. He's a really good guy

damn frost! New SR????

unfortunately! Mine had bad compression and bent valves.. she was long overdue though, and quite the trooper

this one should feel a lot faster and burn a lot more tire :bigok:

can't wait to try it out on thursday

[spltscnd95sol]

i've spoken to Marco, Aerodyne, Foothill Auto, and G-Dimension. Everyone sound like they know what they're doing and all that good stuff. Thanks for your help. hopefully, more people will see this thread to give advise...see you guys around.

[spltscnd95sol]

engine transplant by G-Dimension:

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y163/spltscnd95sol/G-S14.jpg

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y163/spltscnd95sol/G-S14_1.jpg

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y163/spltscnd95sol/G-S14_2.jpg

[johngriff]

I wouldn't be shopping for the absolute lowest price.

Make sure you take in pictures of what you want done. Make sure they agree to it in writing.

Don't just take it in there, and "hope" it comes out ok.

Written contracts are good for everyone, because both parties understand what is expected of them.

I second steve's opinion in my years of experience with aerodyne. You can find some cool videos, and a few neat little parts (used), but as far as a service shop you are better off at one of the other much more highly reviewed shops around.

[Knapik]

garage boso is good too, and they have good prices

[soreballz]

SR20 Store is expensive, but they do VERY good work there.

[spltscnd95sol]

i know this thread is over a year old. just wondering why is it that no one can give me an exact figure of how much a swap would be. it just seems weird. any advice? thanks.

[Maiku240sxS14]

i know this thread is over a year old. just wondering why is it that no one can give me an exact figure of how much a swap would be. it just seems weird. any advice? thanks.

LoL...over a year now and still no swap?! I totally forgot about this thread. I would have answered you if I saw this post....

How much did it cost you? and how many miles have you put in the motor?

I bought a front clip 96 S14 w/ 60K. I went for the front clip so that I knew the mileage on the motor. He did a compression check right there on the spot when I went to go look at it.

The total was $6500 out the door. That's including the clip, swap, and additional parts (Greddy FMI w/ piping, Greddy downpipe, Koyo rad, and a Blitz Single Active clutch kit). Minus what I sold off the front clip (hood, bumper, fenders, headlights, foglights, silvia grille, etc). Down time was 1 week from drop off to pick up.

I only had one issue the next day, the car wouldn't start. I called Marco, and came out to the house and fixed the car. Since then I never had an issue. IMO he is a bit expensive, but well worth the quality and service he does.

[spltscnd95sol]

LoL...over a year now and still no swap?! I totally forgot about this thread. I would have answered you if I saw this post....



I bought a front clip 96 S14 w/ 60K. I went for the front clip so that I knew the mileage on the motor. He did a compression check right there on the spot when I went to go look at it.

The total was $6500 out the door. That's including the clip, swap, and additional parts (Greddy FMI w/ piping, Greddy downpipe, Koyo rad, and a Blitz Single Active clutch kit). Minus what I sold off the front clip (hood, bumper, fenders, headlights, foglights, silvia grille, etc). Down time was 1 week from drop off to pick up.

I only had one issue the next day, the car wouldn't start. I called Marco, and came out to the house and fixed the car. Since then I never had an issue. IMO he is a bit expensive, but well worth the quality and service he does.

$6500 out the door cash or credit. Parts and Labor right? How many miles have you been running it and what were the numbers. Anyway, it sounds like a go for me. Thanks.

[Maiku240sxS14]

Half cash and half credit. Yup parts and labor. Can't remember what the numbers were but they were even across the board. I put about +5K miles on her since then, I don't DD the car anymore, about 3-4 months after the swap. Now I just beat the crap out of her on the track.

If you can afford it....you won't be dissappointed.

[UNITEDMASTER]

Dude if I were you & you have tools/work space drop in the motor yourself its bolt in, search the www for the water line info, then just take your harness to Mac at Mckinney motorsports pay a lil cash and your harness will be plug & play. DONE

[CrazyRob]

sr20 store or me.

[z2roll4life7]

I got MY swap Done My Marco At the Sr-20 Store like 2years ago i bought my sr swap for 1600 and marco did the swap plus everything i needed to complete the Swap for under 2000 (I needed a couple Small parts) but he did a Awesome Job he loves nissan He will do Any One's Car Right He Even Took my Long Block and my tranny completey apart to check everything(since i didnt buy the motor From him)

Go to him You wont Regret it!!!

[nieko]

Crazy Rob @ Happy Ending Racing Service.

Super legit.

He can rebuild it too, if you'd like.

[xdumbxguyx]

smoothlinez does clean swaps look for rick
they let you pick ur clip at there supplier as well
fair pricing and clean work forsure

[monchin s13]

sr20 store is the best

[voodoo_child]

sr20 store, g-dimension, and foothill auto are good shops and very familiar with SR and RB engines, there prices and not that much of a difference. so whatever fits your money. always buy a front clip so all the parts you need will be available.

[steve shadows]

Personally

I would go to a shop that does engine work for engine work and shop that JUST does tuning for actual tuning...

This is very important.

They are very different art forms.

The shops that do great engine work...do GREAT install work...most of the time.

But these same shops seem, from my experience to try to bundle tuning or do a very rushed job of this side of things...trying to offer a ONE STOP shop...

Keep this in mind when building cars locally, it will help you really get the most for your dollar

[re drifter]

I would shop for a cheap clip or motor, and just do the swap myself, become for familiar with the car.

[fckillerbee]

plus one for doing the swap yourself if you can.

I have driven maikus car...and it's legit. If you have the funds...i'm sure you won't be dissapointed.

remember...if you cheap out...your car wont work....plain and simple.

[SinGarage]

I've seen Maikus car run just last weekend at Touke and that thing is a beast. Gave me wood just parked next to it :naughtyd:

[djangel]

does any body know what happen to aerodine ????

[SR240Z]

Vildini Motorsport also does complete engine builds and swaps. www.vildinimotorsport.com

[truckmtrS13]

east coast shops?