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Originally Posted by 951's 330i
Ok so like the title says, close to getting either. Well more like ready for the RB20 but might just get the RB25 instead.
Question though.
1. For a car that is going to be a DD and maybe start some drifting, should i get the 25? Or would the RB20 be enough? I am not really looking to get extreme numbers, maybe try for 300 plus to the wheels? Or untill i feel satisfied with my butt dyno lol. I've searched as much as i could by also visiting other sites for info. Just would like the feedback of someone who has experience this swap already.
2. Where can i purchase either one? I know there are vendors on here, but has anyone had any experience with them, or have found greater deals on other sites? Feedback on that would be appreciated as well.
3 If bought from a vendor, which either one sells a complete swap, what is the major differences between them? Is it just their own pricing because i have seen RB20's from 1000 to 1200. And then theres the RB25 between 1800 to 2400 before shipping on their advertised threads? Is it just plain mark up price? I know for the RB25 sometimes the difference can be whether it is a SI or SII.
4. On the Rb25det, i have read both sides saying the SI is better then the SII, and vice-versa. What is the real difference between the two besides the turbo? Or is it just all personal preference?
5. With the swaps that sell the uncut wiring, that just means i have to do the cutting and wire everything up right? But is this very hard to do? Where can i fine a wiring diagram for either swap? Or better yet, when i get started, can someone in socal help?! 
Thanks to all who input on the questions asked. Hopefully i can get started on a swap very soon. By the way, i will be swapping it into a 95 s14. |
1. Depends on what you want out of the car. Doing an RB swap is not cheap by any mean's a least set 7k aside to make sure you do everything right( bone stock). Make sure all the maintenance is done water pump, timing belt, tensioners, gaskets, thermo, accessory belts, then what mount set up your going with.
2. On the engine since your in cali make sure you can go and check the motor out, make sure they leakdown and compression check the motor in front of you. If buying a clip they can start it for you also. Just start calling around and see who or what is in stock and then start pricing. Just remember you get what you pay for.
3. The price is going to vary from year to year, later year motors will prolly be more due to mileage.
4. The difference between the S1 and S2 are not very different. If your only looking for 300 rwhp just get a sr or turbo your Ka it will save you money in the long run.
5. when they give you an uncut harness it just means the skyline harness is complete with all plugs and no wires cut. You can to or pay someone to cut plugs and extend wires. I did my swap myself but ive done many swaps before if this is your first or your good with wires and reading diagrams then you should be fine. Not to sound like a dick but if your asking these questions your prolly not ready to do the swap yourself.