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roninwon · 05-01-2016, 01:01 PM

With the ever growing popularity of the z33 swap option I thought that it was time for its own dedicated thread. This page will entail specifics on every available option for swapping in the trans. My build is ongoing so I will rely on other members to help build this page.

Adapters:
There are several on the market to choose from
Maverick motorsports
http://www.maverick-motorsports.com/...-adapter-plate
COST: $430
I personally own this plate and I can say the quality and precision is spot on

Collins
http://collinsadapters.com/index.php...ter-plate.html
COST: $350

Mazworx
http://www.mazworx.com/srvq-bellhousing.aspx
COST: $900
The price is high on this one but it doesn't require you to use an adapter plate. However you do need to cut your bell housing to use this. Keep that in mind if you have a warranty.

Autotech
http://www.autotechmotoring.com/prod...dapter-plates/
COST: $295
I thought JWT had an option but I can't find it. Their website feels encrypted sometimes.

Slave cylinder option:
Internal or external. My opinion external is the way to go with these transmissions due to the amount of negative reviews on the internal. From what I've read Nissan didn't quite fix the internal slave problem till the later model 370z's. Another downside is if your slave fails you'll need to pull the trans off just to correct the issue.

Clutch fork, carrier, bearing, pivot ball
I can't speak for other kits but the Maverick motorsports kit requires you to use the z33 clutch fork, extended pivot ball and clip. I bought the upgraded version from z1motorsports.
https://www.z1motorsports.com/trans-...it-p-5400.html
Will you need to use the sr20 carrier and throw out bearing.

Cross members.
Again there are a few options

Maverick motorsports
http://www.maverick-motorsports.com/...-adapter-plate
COST: $100

Collins
http://collinsadapters.com/index.php...and-mount.html
COST: $175

Xcessive
http://www.driftmotion.com/N-S-VQ-TCM-S1-p/dm3301.htm
COST: $128
This kit allows you to use the z32 trans mount only.

Driveshaft.
Only option I'm aware of that you can buy directly from is shaft masters. They have an ABS and non ABS option.
http://shaftmasters.com/aldrni2419wi.html
COST: $398

Shifter modification.
Everyone who has looked into this swap know about the terrible shifter placement that requires cutting into the chassis. Well after a ton of research looking into Ive found 2 companies that are now building custom shifters for various application with the cd009.

First is Jason Farmer at CBF Performance. I've personally talked with him about his product and offered what solution would be best for my platform which is his rear mount set up. His products can be purchased for around high 200- mid 300.
Currently on sale for a group buy at $185
http://www.cbfperformance.net/store#...egory=19722030
https://youtu.be/mYsGvVwlySE

The other is SERIALNine. From the amount of info they put out it looks like they will only be releasing a mid mount set up which MIGHT bang against the body. They are currently in production and should be available late May. Heard the retail will be about $350 US. Will post link when available.
https://youtu.be/Z-0pZXw04r0

If there's anything missing or you just have questions just let me know.

Here's a link just for the transmission FSM
http://boredmder.com/FSMs/Nissan/350z/2003/MT.pdf
Torque chart on MT22

rbs14kouki · 05-01-2016, 05:15 PM

autotech motoring as a plate too (sr to vq and ka to vq)

i went with the mazworx kit since i plan on running a tripple plate on my set-up ... just a heads-up , the g37/z34 and g35/z33 dont have the same outside diameter input shaft bearing (g37 smaller vs 350z bigger) ... so mazworx is sending me a little centering ring for it to compensate for the samller bearing and for it to work 100%

rbs14kouki · 05-01-2016, 05:18 PM

Mazworx made a video to help out
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkyRquTwNoE

on my set-up i tried cutting before the second ridge ... to limit the gap in between the bellhousing and the transmission . it doesnt work its to tight

you need to cut right after the second ridge for it to get my result .. in the mazworx instruction they say to cute 1/4 pass the second ridge but i dont realy like the result ...

it was cut with a grinder

ill be running an internal release bearing from Tilton .
https://tiltonracing.com/wp-content/...XXX-Series.pdf

roninwon · 05-01-2016, 05:22 PM

Fantastic addition to the thread.

rbs14kouki · 05-01-2016, 05:34 PM

shifter option ...

mazworx billet bracket ... with there kit you need to get the Stock shifter spring and reverse lock plate (nissan part num : 32822-cd00a and 32879-cd00a)

gktech is about to release this one ... im waiting for this one for my set-up

rbs14kouki · 05-01-2016, 05:45 PM

Jim wolf tech kit

https://conceptzperformance.com/jim-...kit_p_3285.php

rawgarage · 05-01-2016, 07:22 PM

Serial nine shifter....

https://www.facebook.com/gerard.depe...7626303596674/

roninwon · 05-01-2016, 07:38 PM

I wonder if the gktech one maintains the reverse lockout?

roninwon · 05-01-2016, 07:53 PM

Just reading into the gktech and it will have reverse lockout. Still looking for a projected price though.

Mister.E · 05-01-2016, 08:08 PM

In to see if anyone can perfect the shifter setup when mated to a JZ motor.

Sent from my iPhone

roninwon · 05-01-2016, 08:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mister.E

In to see if anyone can perfect the shifter setup when mated to a JZ motor.

Sent from my iPhone

What's it going in?

2muchboost · 05-02-2016, 07:28 AM

Fantastic info here. The CD009 related swap information was scattered throughout different resources. Not much to contribute but will be following this thread.

Cheers gents....finally something worth reading again.

Mister.E · 05-02-2016, 07:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roninwon

What's it going in?

If i decided to go this route, it would be in my S14. All of the pics ive seen of these shifters have been with the z tranny mounted on an SR.

roninwon · 05-02-2016, 08:15 AM

I know that Maverick motorsports has a ka to vq trans plate.

roninwon · 05-02-2016, 08:22 AM

http://www.maverick-motorsports.com/...-adapter-plate

Mister.E · 05-02-2016, 08:38 AM

Finding the adapter for a JZ setup isn't the issue; the tranny is too long. As far as I know, no one has a guaranteed shifter solution for the JZ/CD combo that places the shifter in a stock location.

Sent from my iPhone

Kylepaschke · 05-02-2016, 08:46 AM

I personally went the Mazworx route as well

[/IMG]sneak peak of the shifter that Jason is making for me

Kylepaschke · 05-02-2016, 08:47 AM

Does anyone know what the best transmission fluid to run is??
OEM Nissan?
Torco?
Redline?

roninwon · 05-02-2016, 08:54 AM

I used to have a 350z and when I redid the trans fluid I went with Motul. It made it a lot quieter.

Jorgs_7 · 05-02-2016, 11:08 AM

Sub'd. Bout time someone made this thread.

LuckyX2 · 05-02-2016, 12:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roninwon

Just reading into the gktech and it will have reverse lockout. Still looking for a projected price though.

I'd expect the GKTech stuff to be competetively priced as with their other parts. Plus the exchange rate favors anyone buying in the US.

Black240Ct · 05-02-2016, 12:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kylepaschke

Does anyone know what the best transmission fluid to run is??
OEM Nissan?
Torco?
Redline?

I run redline light weight shock proof. replace it once a year with drifting.

rbs14kouki · 05-02-2016, 02:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roninwon

I know that Maverick motorsports has a ka to vq trans plate.

Collins as a ka / rb plate as well . Autotech motoring just release is ka plate couple weeks ago .

I had the autotech one before going to mazwprx bellhousing ... i did the change because of clutch option ... with a plate style your limited to single plate clutch . On A multi plate clutch with those plate style your second disque doesnt have full spline engadment

roninwon · 05-02-2016, 02:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LuckyX2

I'd expect the GKTech stuff to be competetively priced as with their other parts. Plus the exchange rate favors anyone buying in the US.

I dug a little deeper and found gktech is doing a group prebuy here soon starting at $175 😱. You'll need to send an email to [email protected]

S-Verteen · 05-02-2016, 03:40 PM

Collins plate to ka requires a little trim at the bottom to clear the flywheel. I believe 14mm off the bell housing and a hole in the bell housing for the nose cone of the starter. the gk shifter requires no mods to the chassis. The driveshaft shop did my driveshaft. Also the locating pins are removed must be for the rb. and a custom dust shield was made to cover the bh.

[email protected] · 05-02-2016, 04:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rbs14kouki

Collins as a ka / rb plate as well . Autotech motoring just release is ka plate couple weeks ago .

I had the autotech one before going to mazwprx bellhousing ... i did the change because of clutch option ... with a plate style your limited to single plate clutch . On A multi plate clutch with those plate style your second disque doesnt have full spline engadment

ATS & HKS Clutch kits use a center hub type clutch system on their twin disk. I'm using the ATS Twin disk with the Maverick adapter on my SR CD0009 setup works fine with full engagement.

Joobie610 · 05-02-2016, 05:40 PM

I'm using a local kit for SR20 to z33 in Australia by Insane Drifters. They're on fb.

https://facebook.com/InsaneDrifters/

Paid AUD $2350.00 including shipping.

It came with:

- Adapter plate
- Bellhousing machining
- Test fit to ensure everything fit without further modification (no chassis mods)
- Shifter w/ Reverse Lockout
- Gearbox crossmember adapter plates (suit s15 gearbox crossmember and factory mount)
- All required bolts/nuts/washers
- Braided clutch line to suit RHD s13 master to z33 slave
- Single piece tailshaft to suit abs housing

I haven't fit it to the car yet, but he uses the same setup in his ADGP s13 and his old man's daily s15. Looks the goods, comes out in factory location with no need to modify anything.

I believe he would be willing to sell components separately, I just couldn't say no to having it test fit before I coughed up dough.

Edit: I'm using the factory z33 throwout fork and pivot with a Nismo Super coppermix twin plate. I've been told that it will work - another customer has used it before I think.

roninwon · 05-02-2016, 06:12 PM

Holy sheet nice setup. A bit heavy on that wallet though. I should look into their clutch line cause I also have a RHD.

Joobie610 · 05-02-2016, 06:48 PM

Yeah, bit exxy, but when everything is made to order and test fit by a guy who does this and builds sr20 engines for a living, you know you're getting quality.

They will custom make the line for you to suit the application (I.e. Correct fittings and length for any master/slave combo).

Sent from my E6653 using Tapatalk

roninwon · 05-02-2016, 07:07 PM

Gotta pay to play dawg! Thanks for the heads up. I messaged them so I'll just have to wait.

05-01-2016, 01:01 PM	#1
roninwon Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Nampa, ID Age: 34 Posts: 557 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	The everything cd009 swap thread. With the ever growing popularity of the z33 swap option I thought that it was time for its own dedicated thread. This page will entail specifics on every available option for swapping in the trans. My build is ongoing so I will rely on other members to help build this page. Adapters: There are several on the market to choose from Maverick motorsports http://www.maverick-motorsports.com/...-adapter-plate COST: $430 I personally own this plate and I can say the quality and precision is spot on Collins http://collinsadapters.com/index.php...ter-plate.html COST: $350 Mazworx http://www.mazworx.com/srvq-bellhousing.aspx COST: $900 The price is high on this one but it doesn't require you to use an adapter plate. However you do need to cut your bell housing to use this. Keep that in mind if you have a warranty. Autotech http://www.autotechmotoring.com/prod...dapter-plates/ COST: $295 I thought JWT had an option but I can't find it. Their website feels encrypted sometimes. Slave cylinder option: Internal or external. My opinion external is the way to go with these transmissions due to the amount of negative reviews on the internal. From what I've read Nissan didn't quite fix the internal slave problem till the later model 370z's. Another downside is if your slave fails you'll need to pull the trans off just to correct the issue. Clutch fork, carrier, bearing, pivot ball I can't speak for other kits but the Maverick motorsports kit requires you to use the z33 clutch fork, extended pivot ball and clip. I bought the upgraded version from z1motorsports. https://www.z1motorsports.com/trans-...it-p-5400.html Will you need to use the sr20 carrier and throw out bearing. Cross members. Again there are a few options Maverick motorsports http://www.maverick-motorsports.com/...-adapter-plate COST: $100 Collins http://collinsadapters.com/index.php...and-mount.html COST: $175 Xcessive http://www.driftmotion.com/N-S-VQ-TCM-S1-p/dm3301.htm COST: $128 This kit allows you to use the z32 trans mount only. Driveshaft. Only option I'm aware of that you can buy directly from is shaft masters. They have an ABS and non ABS option. http://shaftmasters.com/aldrni2419wi.html COST: $398 Shifter modification. Everyone who has looked into this swap know about the terrible shifter placement that requires cutting into the chassis. Well after a ton of research looking into Ive found 2 companies that are now building custom shifters for various application with the cd009. First is Jason Farmer at CBF Performance. I've personally talked with him about his product and offered what solution would be best for my platform which is his rear mount set up. His products can be purchased for around high 200- mid 300. Currently on sale for a group buy at $185 http://www.cbfperformance.net/store#...egory=19722030 https://youtu.be/mYsGvVwlySE The other is SERIALNine. From the amount of info they put out it looks like they will only be releasing a mid mount set up which MIGHT bang against the body. They are currently in production and should be available late May. Heard the retail will be about $350 US. Will post link when available. https://youtu.be/Z-0pZXw04r0 If there's anything missing or you just have questions just let me know. Here's a link just for the transmission FSM http://boredmder.com/FSMs/Nissan/350z/2003/MT.pdf Torque chart on MT22 __________________ Last edited by roninwon; 07-21-2016 at 10:11 AM..

05-01-2016, 05:15 PM	#2
rbs14kouki Zilvia Addict Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Montreal , Canada Age: 35 Posts: 817 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	autotech motoring as a plate too (sr to vq and ka to vq) i went with the mazworx kit since i plan on running a tripple plate on my set-up ... just a heads-up , the g37/z34 and g35/z33 dont have the same outside diameter input shaft bearing (g37 smaller vs 350z bigger) ... so mazworx is sending me a little centering ring for it to compensate for the samller bearing and for it to work 100% __________________ AV FABRICATION Built thread sr20vet s14 http://zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=535574

05-01-2016, 05:18 PM	#3
rbs14kouki Zilvia Addict Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Montreal , Canada Age: 35 Posts: 817 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Mazworx made a video to help out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkyRquTwNoE on my set-up i tried cutting before the second ridge ... to limit the gap in between the bellhousing and the transmission . it doesnt work its to tight you need to cut right after the second ridge for it to get my result .. in the mazworx instruction they say to cute 1/4 pass the second ridge but i dont realy like the result ... it was cut with a grinder ill be running an internal release bearing from Tilton . https://tiltonracing.com/wp-content/...XXX-Series.pdf __________________ AV FABRICATION Built thread sr20vet s14 http://zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=535574

05-01-2016, 05:22 PM	#4
roninwon Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Nampa, ID Age: 34 Posts: 557 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Fantastic addition to the thread. __________________

05-01-2016, 05:34 PM	#5
rbs14kouki Zilvia Addict Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Montreal , Canada Age: 35 Posts: 817 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	shifter option ... mazworx billet bracket ... with there kit you need to get the Stock shifter spring and reverse lock plate (nissan part num : 32822-cd00a and 32879-cd00a) gktech is about to release this one ... im waiting for this one for my set-up __________________ AV FABRICATION Built thread sr20vet s14 http://zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=535574

05-01-2016, 05:45 PM	#6
rbs14kouki Zilvia Addict Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Montreal , Canada Age: 35 Posts: 817 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Jim wolf tech kit https://conceptzperformance.com/jim-...kit_p_3285.php __________________ AV FABRICATION Built thread sr20vet s14 http://zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=535574

05-01-2016, 07:22 PM	#7
rawgarage Banned from the Marketplace Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: h o u s t o n Age: 32 Posts: 5,990 Trader Rating: (75) Feedback Score: 75 reviews	Serial nine shifter.... https://www.facebook.com/gerard.depe...7626303596674/

05-01-2016, 07:38 PM	#8
roninwon Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Nampa, ID Age: 34 Posts: 557 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	I wonder if the gktech one maintains the reverse lockout? __________________

05-01-2016, 07:53 PM	#9
roninwon Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Nampa, ID Age: 34 Posts: 557 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Just reading into the gktech and it will have reverse lockout. Still looking for a projected price though. __________________

05-01-2016, 08:08 PM	#10
Mister.E Post Whore! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Las Vegas Age: 36 Posts: 4,590 Trader Rating: (53) Feedback Score: 53 reviews	In to see if anyone can perfect the shifter setup when mated to a JZ motor. Sent from my iPhone __________________ : @e_lemonation

05-02-2016, 07:28 AM	#12
2muchboost Nissanaholic! Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Austin, TX Age: 37 Posts: 2,183 Trader Rating: (33) Feedback Score: 33 reviews	Fantastic info here. The CD009 related swap information was scattered throughout different resources. Not much to contribute but will be following this thread. Cheers gents....finally something worth reading again.

05-02-2016, 08:15 AM	#14
roninwon Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Nampa, ID Age: 34 Posts: 557 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	I know that Maverick motorsports has a ka to vq trans plate. __________________

05-02-2016, 08:22 AM	#15
roninwon Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Nampa, ID Age: 34 Posts: 557 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	http://www.maverick-motorsports.com/...-adapter-plate __________________

05-02-2016, 08:38 AM	#16
Mister.E Post Whore! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Las Vegas Age: 36 Posts: 4,590 Trader Rating: (53) Feedback Score: 53 reviews	The everything cd009 swap thread. Finding the adapter for a JZ setup isn't the issue; the tranny is too long. As far as I know, no one has a guaranteed shifter solution for the JZ/CD combo that places the shifter in a stock location. Sent from my iPhone __________________ : @e_lemonation

05-02-2016, 08:46 AM	#17
Kylepaschke Leaky Injector Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 149 Trader Rating: (13) Feedback Score: 13 reviews	I personally went the Mazworx route as well [/IMG]sneak peak of the shifter that Jason is making for me

05-02-2016, 08:47 AM	#18
Kylepaschke Leaky Injector Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 149 Trader Rating: (13) Feedback Score: 13 reviews	Does anyone know what the best transmission fluid to run is?? OEM Nissan? Torco? Redline?

05-02-2016, 08:54 AM	#19
roninwon Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Nampa, ID Age: 34 Posts: 557 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	I used to have a 350z and when I redid the trans fluid I went with Motul. It made it a lot quieter. __________________

05-02-2016, 11:08 AM	#20
Jorgs_7 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Plymouth MN Posts: 406 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Sub'd. Bout time someone made this thread.

05-02-2016, 03:40 PM	#25
S-Verteen Leaky Injector Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Quad Cities Posts: 96 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Collins plate to ka requires a little trim at the bottom to clear the flywheel. I believe 14mm off the bell housing and a hole in the bell housing for the nose cone of the starter. the gk shifter requires no mods to the chassis. The driveshaft shop did my driveshaft. Also the locating pins are removed must be for the rb. and a custom dust shield was made to cover the bh.

05-02-2016, 05:40 PM	#27
Joobie610 Leaky Injector Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Qld, Australia Posts: 82 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I'm using a local kit for SR20 to z33 in Australia by Insane Drifters. They're on fb. https://facebook.com/InsaneDrifters/ Paid AUD $2350.00 including shipping. It came with: - Adapter plate - Bellhousing machining - Test fit to ensure everything fit without further modification (no chassis mods) - Shifter w/ Reverse Lockout - Gearbox crossmember adapter plates (suit s15 gearbox crossmember and factory mount) - All required bolts/nuts/washers - Braided clutch line to suit RHD s13 master to z33 slave - Single piece tailshaft to suit abs housing I haven't fit it to the car yet, but he uses the same setup in his ADGP s13 and his old man's daily s15. Looks the goods, comes out in factory location with no need to modify anything. I believe he would be willing to sell components separately, I just couldn't say no to having it test fit before I coughed up dough. Edit: I'm using the factory z33 throwout fork and pivot with a Nismo Super coppermix twin plate. I've been told that it will work - another customer has used it before I think. __________________

05-02-2016, 06:12 PM	#28
roninwon Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Nampa, ID Age: 34 Posts: 557 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Holy sheet nice setup. A bit heavy on that wallet though. I should look into their clutch line cause I also have a RHD. __________________

05-02-2016, 06:48 PM	#29
Joobie610 Leaky Injector Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Qld, Australia Posts: 82 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Yeah, bit exxy, but when everything is made to order and test fit by a guy who does this and builds sr20 engines for a living, you know you're getting quality. They will custom make the line for you to suit the application (I.e. Correct fittings and length for any master/slave combo). Sent from my E6653 using Tapatalk __________________

05-02-2016, 07:07 PM	#30
roninwon Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Nampa, ID Age: 34 Posts: 557 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Gotta pay to play dawg! Thanks for the heads up. I messaged them so I'll just have to wait. __________________

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