Engine swap suggestions?
10-10-2002, 12:04 PM
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Engine swap suggestions?
Ok so I wanna swap out my 4 cyl auto and get something faster and better in the futre...looking for suggestions and estimates on how much it will cost....I got a couple yrs of saving to do
10-10-2002, 04:17 PM
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Originally posted by I'm with Stupid
er....sr20det....$3k - $5k......
er....sr20det....$3k - $5k......
if you gonna answer his question do into detail, maybe 3-5k for an s14 motor but i would never pay that for an s13 redtop
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10-10-2002, 04:46 PM
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Originally posted by SilvaPwr
3 to 5k? are you on something? maybe 3-5 k for the engine and install, but not that much for the engine...
if you gonna answer his question do into detail, maybe 3-5k for an s14 motor but i would never pay that for an s13 redtop
3 to 5k? are you on something? maybe 3-5 k for the engine and install, but not that much for the engine...
if you gonna answer his question do into detail, maybe 3-5k for an s14 motor but i would never pay that for an s13 redtop
Don't worry I am not trying to be an ***. You have to save quiet a deal to get the swap done right.
10-10-2002, 05:13 PM
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The sr20det is most commonly sold as 3 dif types each coming from its respective silvia/180sx. The s13, s14, and the s15. Personally I would recommend getting the s13 redtop, it is the cheapest to get stock (~$2400 for a clip) and is most commonly used for the high power applications 'cuz of the high port injection. Just some useful info:
sr - engine model name
20 - 2.0L
d - dual overhead cam
e - electronic controlled injection
t - turbo
The s13 is the weakest (in terms of power) stock at 206hp, but can easily be bumped up with a boost controller.
If you can do all the work urself, its a great deal. Luckily, this swap is getting more and more popular which means your shops dont see it as much of an oddity anymore. At one of the most expensive shops here in Dallas, Tx (Jotech) I was quoted $4400 for complete swap. I dunno where StanBo got 7-8k.
An even more popular option for the 240 is just keeping ur ka24(d)e and turboing it. This makes for a great drifting car as the off the line torque is higher than that of your average sr20. Again, I personally like the sr20 more, but that opinion varies wide and far. I'm also more of a fan of aluminum blocks...
Feel free to IM me at HEPC4T if you have any questions.
sr - engine model name
20 - 2.0L
d - dual overhead cam
e - electronic controlled injection
t - turbo
The s13 is the weakest (in terms of power) stock at 206hp, but can easily be bumped up with a boost controller.
If you can do all the work urself, its a great deal. Luckily, this swap is getting more and more popular which means your shops dont see it as much of an oddity anymore. At one of the most expensive shops here in Dallas, Tx (Jotech) I was quoted $4400 for complete swap. I dunno where StanBo got 7-8k.
An even more popular option for the 240 is just keeping ur ka24(d)e and turboing it. This makes for a great drifting car as the off the line torque is higher than that of your average sr20. Again, I personally like the sr20 more, but that opinion varies wide and far. I'm also more of a fan of aluminum blocks...
Feel free to IM me at HEPC4T if you have any questions.
10-10-2002, 05:18 PM
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$3k-$5k is the price for a front clip from a reputable company. Ofcourse the price will change depepnding on the engine and extras.For example $3k for a shipped S13 clip, $5k for an S14 or for an installed S13. None of that e bay crap. SilvaPwr there are alot of things you need other than just the engine if you knew what you were talking about you'd realize this.
AzzySK, for more info on sr's go to heavythrottle.com or unstable-hybrids.com
AzzySK, for more info on sr's go to heavythrottle.com or unstable-hybrids.com
10-10-2002, 06:37 PM
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Originally posted by 95exlude
If you can do all the work urself, its a great deal. Luckily, this swap is getting more and more popular which means your shops dont see it as much of an oddity anymore. At one of the most expensive shops here in Dallas, Tx (Jotech) I was quoted $4400 for complete swap. I dunno where StanBo got 7-8k.
If you can do all the work urself, its a great deal. Luckily, this swap is getting more and more popular which means your shops dont see it as much of an oddity anymore. At one of the most expensive shops here in Dallas, Tx (Jotech) I was quoted $4400 for complete swap. I dunno where StanBo got 7-8k.
The price includes custom fit front mount intercooler. It is made to fit your stock bumper.
Larger downpipe. Boost gauge. The parts come from a full front clip.
I added the $1500 charge for the auto to manual swap on top of that.
Does that add up?
10-10-2002, 07:53 PM
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I was setting up a quote for AzzySK. He said that he drives an automatic car.
Another thing. He is listed as owning a 1989 240sx. That is the SOHC so there are some other mods that have to be done as well. There are line that have to be modded.
Another thing. He is listed as owning a 1989 240sx. That is the SOHC so there are some other mods that have to be done as well. There are line that have to be modded.
