RB26DETT in a 240sx?

[megamarine]

Hey everyone, first post here. Now, while there may be plenty of research to look into, I'd like to know and ask a few things.

I recently picked up a 1997 240sx SE in manual, and love it. But, I want just a bit more power, and am aiming to stray from the KA24DE with something like the RB26DETT. Is it possible, and typically as easy as it is said and done? I'm also possibly looking into SR20's and even RB25's. Now, what will it take for me to have the RB26 fit into my engine bay and run perfectly? I mean, do I buy the engine, and work with a different trans? Or what? If it all possible, can someone, or everyone, give me a potential parts list of what I'll need?

For a new guy I'm asking a whole lot, but am just getting into 240's after losing my 2JZ-GTE SC300. Any wherever I look, I get conflicting info on trying to work with my new car. Any help would be great. :D

-Matt

[spooled240]

oh no, this is gonna get ugly

GET DOWN!!

[megamarine]

oh no, this is gonna get ugly

GET DOWN!!


Uh, what? Did I miss something?

[bikrman2]

Get ready for the big flames!!!!!!!!!!!

USE THE SEARCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Btw be prepared for much worse than this

[nismo 240sx]

With a lot of money Yes it can be done

[jspaeth]

Hey everyone, first post here. Now, while there may be plenty of research to look into, I'd like to know and ask a few things.

I recently picked up a 1997 240sx SE in manual, and love it. But, I want just a bit more power, and am aiming to stray from the KA24DE with something like the RB26DETT. Is it possible, and typically as easy as it is said and done? I'm also possibly looking into SR20's and even RB25's. Now, what will it take for me to have the RB26 fit into my engine bay and run perfectly? I mean, do I buy the engine, and work with a different trans? Or what? If it all possible, can someone, or everyone, give me a potential parts list of what I'll need?

For a new guy I'm asking a whole lot, but am just getting into 240's after losing my 2JZ-GTE SC300. Any wherever I look, I get conflicting info on trying to work with my new car. Any help would be great. :D

-Matt


Going from a 155 hp auto transmission 240 to a potentially 600 hp+ RB26 setup is hardly a "bit more power"...

This is gonna cost you over $20,000 at least by the time it's all said and done and plenty of time and energy.

And if you want 4wd, which is totally badass, it's gonna be even worse.

Good luck, and do A LOT more research then come back with specific questions

[megamarine]

Going from a 155 hp auto transmission 240 to a potentially 600 hp+ RB26 setup is hardly a "bit more power"...

This is gonna cost you over $20,000 at least by the time it's all said and done and plenty of time and energy.

And if you want 4wd, which is totally badass, it's gonna be even worse.

Good luck, and do A LOT more research then come back with specific questions

Hah, yeah. Guess I was a bit vague. I didn't realize how much it'd cost, now that I think about it. But the more I look into I it, I keep reading that for the 240, I'd need to put in an RB25 trans for it work with the RB26?

Now, when I go over price, it seems like it'd be ridiculous. Oh, and you made a not saying it was an auto trans? It' not, it's manual. Haha.

Thanks for the price estimate though. 'm probably gonna steer away from the RB and most likely drop an SR20 in.

[nathanong87]

with money anything can be done

From Japan and back: Hajime’s RB26DETT Powered 240sx « (http://maydaygarage.com/?p=637#more-637)

[megamarine]

with money anything can be done

From Japan and back: Hajime’s RB26DETT Powered 240sx « (http://maydaygarage.com/?p=637#more-637)


New pants....






Are required....

[jspek]

with the amount of money needed, youd be better off doing a sr and having a nice set up. thats put nicely :).

[Homer_Simpson]

You asked a lot of questions but you sure as hell didn't search enough.

[megamarine]

You asked a lot of questions but you sure as hell didn't search enough.

Honestly, I didn't know EXACTLY what to search for. So, in turn, I got what wanted. :Owned:Just Kiddin.

[bboyoracle]

Its never been done before! Great post! Waiting for info.....

[megamarine]

Its never been done before! Great post! Waiting for info.....


You know, for such a great community, and me being a first time poster here, I might have been disappointed with the amount of dickishness some of you people put out, and have left, telling others how terrible this place was. Man, I'm glad I'm not that person, and I'm glad I realized that some people here, just like in real life, are retarded.

[foreverdark]

a buddy of mine has a rb26dett in his 240sx. If you have alot of money to spend on it do it but your better off just doing an sr.

[bboyoracle]

You know, for such a great community, and me being a first time poster here, I might have been disappointed with the amount of dickishness some of you people put out, and have left, telling others how terrible this place was. Man, I'm glad I'm not that person, and I'm glad I realized that some people here, just like in real life, are retarded.

At no point in your rambling did you explain how lazy you were. Especially since this information is readily available. Perhaps had you spent the time searching for information rather then putting this useless thread together you might have answered your own questions?

[allntrlundrgrnd]

Zilvia won't miss you if you decide to leave. You will not get spoonfed information here.

That said, SEARCH and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search

[megamarine]

a buddy of mine has a rb26dett in his 240sx. If you have alot of money to spend on it do it but your better off just doing an sr.

Thanks for the heads up man. Much appreciate. :D


At no point in your rambling did you explain how lazy you were. Especially since this information is readily available. Perhaps had you spent the time searching for information rather then putting this useless thread together you might have answered your own questions?

So much for being nice to the new guy for a few posts and helping me out. Being a dick doesn't help someone new, it drives them away. Don't be a tool.

[projectRDM]

So much for being nice to the new guy for a few posts and helping me out. Being a dick doesn't help someone new, it drives them away. Don't be a tool.

That's our plan. Good bye.

[s14_driver]

OMG the king of lazy
there is plenty of material on this subject
there is even an rb faq http://zilvia.net/f/tech-talk/90376-rb-faq.html
and i think that everyone is being pretty nice seeing as how this is a stupid thread
go to nico if you want nice
but if you got 10k to spend then go ahead and do the swap

[djcobra]

Easy guys...

Just drop in a SR motor, you'll save heaps of $ which can be put into a good ECU (AEM/HKS V-Pro) and along with some other goodies, Turbo, Cams, and so on. It's also easier to work on, RB's in a 240sx can be a little tight... Each to their own...

Steve.

[Cscat87]

Its sweet, and will make for one helluva ride, but cost to power, its not worth it. If you were a 2jz guy, it would be easier to put one of them in, and you will have similar power levels. Good luck.

[Hxc_Nismo]

its not cheap but ill tell you it is well worth every penny IMO.

[R33E8]

do it if you can, it will look and sound AMAZING. If not, just build the ka.. I'm going to be pushing over 500whp with less money than I would have spent swapping in a sr20 and getting that to 500whp..

[Lozer]

Do it and don't look back i love my rb and would never put another 4 banger in there if you paid me.

[R33E8]

Do it and don't look back i love my rb and would never put another 4 banger in there if you paid me.

Seriously.. my next engine will be a 2jz + a nice compound turbo setup..:wiggle:

I forgot to mention about the 2jz. If you can't afford the rb26, a 2jz is also another great choice.. Stronger engine and more displacement than the rb26.. Parts are also much cheaper and easier to get.. I think it might also be easier to swap in..

[fliprayzin240sx]

You know, for such a great community, and me being a first time poster here, I might have been disappointed with the amount of dickishness some of you people put out, and have left, telling others how terrible this place was. Man, I'm glad I'm not that person, and I'm glad I realized that some people here, just like in real life, are retarded.

Wow...that comment right already made you sound like a troll. You a NICO Troll?!?! What you said is basically what happens to every Noob in NICO. They go on there crying about Zilvia to make them feel welcome...

[rubhamusan]

It's not hard at all.
Need oil pan from 20/25 or mod the 26 one.
25 tranny clutch and flywheel
mount kit
drive shaft
The rest is normal swap stuff.
It can be tricky sliping it in.
Also if it's lhd mod o2 housings.
I'm doing one rite now.
Well me and krappy.
wiring is easy just a few hrs to do it.
1 or 2j is harder to do.
you can make about 400 on stock everything just need pfc and boost controller.

Here is the latest one in a s chasis and it's not a 13 or 14.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v213/rubhamusan/8974e1db.jpg

[baby jesus]

your best bet is either rb20det or an sr... preferably i'd go with sr... but idrift

[secondtonone317]

you might have to make it RWD as well

[ali.mito]

Home McKinney Motorsports (http://mckinneymotorsports.com/index)
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+aftermarket diff
+solid subframe bushing

[warren1205]

Going from a 155 hp auto transmission 240 to a potentially 600 hp+ RB26 setup is hardly a "bit more power"...

This is gonna cost you over $20,000 at least by the time it's all said and done and plenty of time and energy.

And if you want 4wd, which is totally badass, it's gonna be even worse.

Good luck, and do A LOT more research then come back with specific questions

You are retarded for saying over 20 grand! I did the install in my garage and spent 5K including car. I also did a rb25 for 4K. I just finished a 800whp s13 with 2jzgte with all aftermarket and haltech sport 2000 standalone for less then 12K WITH CAR!

[warren1205]

Its sweet, and will make for one helluva ride, but cost to power, its not worth it. If you were a 2jz guy, it would be easier to put one of them in, and you will have similar power levels. Good luck.

similar power levels? are you serious? 2jz will put that motor to shame head on stock to stock. Add the same aftermarket parts and the 2j is far superior.

[PoorMans180SX]

similar power levels? are you serious? 2jz will put that motor to shame head on stock to stock. Add the same aftermarket parts and the 2j is far superior.

Shutup please. You're going to turn this thread into some stupid engine debate thread.

No one cares. If the OP can't do research for himself, then he shouldn't be attempting any sort of swap in the first place.

Lock it up! :lockd::lockd::lockd:

[Flicktitty]

You are retarded for saying over 20 grand! I did the install in my garage and spent 5K including car. I also did a rb25 for 4K. I just finished a 800whp s13 with 2jzgte with all aftermarket and haltech sport 2000 standalone for less then 12K WITH CAR!
sorry man, i'm calling bullshit i have almost 20K into this car doing a "small" single turbo

[warren1205]

sorry man, i'm calling bullshit i have almost 20K into this car doing a "small" single turbo

You are so ignorant. Just because you pay retail on your shit doesn't mean others do. I have a great eye for deals.

engine 1200
soarer trans w/6 puck clutch hardware flywheel 1200
haltech sp2000 with univ harness 1490
car 200
fans and rediator 180 ebay
comlete exhaust down pipe, headers, cat back and custom rewelding 300
motor mounts ebay zerolift mounts 250
02 q45 30K miles complete spindles, axles and 3.69 rear end 250
t72 ebay turbo oil line feed and return 400
complete ls7 ignition 90
ignition cables ebay 35
craigslist fuel lines -10 -3 -4 assortments of lines and fittings used 150 with plenty to spare.
3 walbro H fuel pumps 230
evo brembo calipers complete set 400 adapter plate home made rotors set 150
tdf drive shaft 300 shipped
misc shit 500 like belts water pump spark plugs ect
pulley set 60 ebay

Don't be ignorant i'm sure there are plenty of people who could tell you awesome deals. My fiend also put together a 2jz w w58 trans without car for 2K. so don't be mad loser!

[warren1205]

you don't believe me i have videos of my s13 with rb25, 91 700 whp turbo nsx and my custom 454 jet boat. the 2jz will be up soon. ALL DONE BY ME SNIP.

warren12582 youtube.com

[Flicktitty]

You are so ignorant. Just because you pay retail on your shit doesn't mean others do. I have a great eye for deals.

engine 1200
soarer trans w/6 puck clutch hardware flywheel 1200
haltech sp2000 with univ harness 1490
car 200
fans and rediator 180 ebay
comlete exhaust down pipe, headers, cat back and custom rewelding 300
motor mounts ebay zerolift mounts 250
02 q45 30K miles complete spindles, axles and 3.69 rear end 250
t72 ebay turbo oil line feed and return 400
complete ls7 ignition 90
ignition cables ebay 35
craigslist fuel lines -10 -3 -4 assortments of lines and fittings used 150 with plenty to spare.
3 walbro H fuel pumps 230
evo brembo calipers complete set 400 adapter plate home made rotors set 150

Don't be ignorant i'm sure there are plenty of people who could tell you awesome deals. My fiend also put together a 2jz w w58 trans without car for 2K. so don't be mad loser!
theirsa differance in "finding deals" and buying junk parts. No need for the name calling either man, being "27" i'm surprised at how juvenile you sound. Grow up.

[warren1205]

cant wait to link your car with a list of prices. 20 you say?

[S14Serge]

Wow thread is set-up for failure from the beinging:rant2:

Although Rb26's are so sick and it would be anybody's dream to have in a 240sx engine bay it's really a long long shot to actually go through with not to mention the deep pocket's necessary to complete a build like this.

For people like me drooling all over a the Full Race R14 is more than enough for me:D