08-13-2008, 02:29 PM
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hi im thinking about buying a 89-94 nissan 240sx. i was wondering if anyone knows what all i would need to do either a RB20DEt, RB25DET, or RB26DETT swap? cause the power from the base engine just isnt enough. 
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08-13-2008, 02:37 PM
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Pink GodziRa
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you need a lot of parts.
however, saying that the base engine is not enough makes you an IDIOT.
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08-13-2008, 03:03 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Brian
you need a lot of parts.
however, saying that the base engine is not enough makes you an IDIOT.
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how u bout to say that. The ka24e only makes 140HP and the ka24de only makes 155HP it would take a whole *Censored**Censored**Censored**Censored* load of money to put more power into the ka24's.
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08-13-2008, 05:48 PM
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if you're drifting either KA24 will make enough power
but for a motor swap if you want to go faster, I'd recommend an SR over an RB
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08-13-2008, 08:00 PM
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Originally Posted by cfrost
if you're drifting either KA24 will make enough power
but for a motor swap if you want to go faster, I'd recommend an SR over an RB
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well see theres the problem to. i would love to learn how to drift and have the right amount of power but im also a speed demon. oh and does anyone know how much it would cost for a SR20DET swap, or one of the RB swaps?
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08-14-2008, 12:00 AM
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hi im thinking about buying a 89-94 nissan 240sx. i was wondering if anyone knows what all i would need to do either a RB20DEt, RB25DET, or RB26DETT swap? cause the power from the base engine just isnt enough.
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Ok, Before buying an Altezza, I owned two 240sxs, a hatchback and a coupe, both with a ka24de. The hatch had straight headers, hollowed out cat, and a straight pipe exhaust; the second had a Tony Danza(findanza??) flywheel and exedy clutch, K&N filter, removed rev limiter and smog pump and they both moved. The Flywheel really helps the KA.
The KA24de makes enough power to do anything. Now, I am driving an Altezza with an LSD. After playing around with it for a few months now, it makes me think all the my 240sx was missing was an LSD and maybe Teins or KYBS to make REALLY fun. The car is amazing. I rather have my old 240sx coupe in Japan than my Altezza... this thing EATS gas... I miss my Smokey, smelling Ka.... 
I'd try focusing on just finding a good 240sx coupe or hatch and if anything in the future, rebuild the ka.
Last edited by toku_altezza777; 08-14-2008 at 12:03 AM.
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08-14-2008, 09:01 AM
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Originally Posted by toku_altezza777
Ok, Before buying an Altezza, I owned two 240sxs, a hatchback and a coupe, both with a ka24de. The hatch had straight headers, hollowed out cat, and a straight pipe exhaust; the second had a Tony Danza(findanza??) flywheel and exedy clutch, K&N filter, removed rev limiter and smog pump and they both moved. The Flywheel really helps the KA.
The KA24de makes enough power to do anything. Now, I am driving an Altezza with an LSD. After playing around with it for a few months now, it makes me think all the my 240sx was missing was an LSD and maybe Teins or KYBS to make REALLY fun. The car is amazing. I rather have my old 240sx coupe in Japan than my Altezza... this thing EATS gas... I miss my Smokey, smelling Ka....
I'd try focusing on just finding a good 240sx coupe or hatch and if anything in the future, rebuild the ka. |
alright does anyone know where i can get a turbo kit for a 1st gen U.S. 240sx?
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08-14-2008, 09:48 AM
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go SR20!
KA gets the job done for drifting, but it's a boring pile of scrap metal
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08-14-2008, 10:23 AM
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alright so im finding SR20DET redtop engines with trans, ecu, wiring harness, ignitor, maf, etc. for about 1500 to 2500 anyone know how much it would cost to have someone drop that into the 240sx?
Last edited by antwon2010; 08-14-2008 at 10:37 AM.
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08-14-2008, 10:31 AM
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Originally Posted by cfrost
go SR20!
KA gets the job done for drifting, but it's a boring pile of scrap metal
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Boring pile of scrap metal?!?!? you make me sad Mister Frost...
As for you Antwon, You need to learn how to walk before you can run. In my opinion, learn as much as you can with less HP before you upgrade. Pour that money into a good LSD and coilovers. Don't EVER underestimate a KA engine... If you're new at the sport, any engine is too much power for you because you still have no idea how to handle it.
thats my opinion... and so is this
KA24DE(T) > SR20det
Last edited by Dori Saru Mark!; 08-14-2008 at 10:36 AM.
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08-14-2008, 11:23 AM
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^ Agreed. The car can produce equal BHP numbers with much higher torque numbers with about the same amount of money that it takes to drop in the SR.
My advice to you, start stock and learn everything you can about the car and then go from there.
IMO the SR is popular for the same reason the rolling stones are popular, because it's what everyone else is doing. The KA is a strong engine. Either way, no matter what you do, KA, SR, RB or CA, you're using an engine that's more than likely over 10 years old and will need some work anyways. Besides, KA's are friggin cheap these days with everyone changing them out for the SR's. I got a 40k mile engine for just under $800 and runs brilliant.
And FYI, don't even consiter the RB26DETT swap. Not only are you looking at massive fabrication and electrical work, but unless you customise a 5 speed bellhousing for the engine, you'll have to beat out your tranny well to make the 6 speed work. If you're really curious about a RB swap, go to 240sxforums and find a member by the name of chukiRB. He's experienced with the swap and could give you some heads up. If he asks who you are, tell him eomund refered you to him.
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08-14-2008, 05:51 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by antwon2010
hi im thinking about buying a 89-94 nissan 240sx. i was wondering if anyone knows what all i would need to do either a RB20DEt, RB25DET, or RB26DETT swap? cause the power from the base engine just isnt enough. |
You are going at this @$$ backwards imho...
My suggestions:
- Go to local drift event.
- Go a second time and volunteer to help the folks who put it on.
- Befriend people who drive different platforms and seek their input.
- Focus on car that is affordable and will offer a good starting platform, stock
- Slowly modify as your skills out drive the car...
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08-14-2008, 09:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Dori Saru Mark!
Boring pile of scrap metal?!?!? you make me sad Mister Frost...
As for you Antwon, You need to learn how to walk before you can run. In my opinion, learn as much as you can with less HP before you upgrade. Pour that money into a good LSD and coilovers. Don't EVER underestimate a KA engine... If you're new at the sport, any engine is too much power for you because you still have no idea how to handle it.
thats my opinion... and so is this
KA24DE(T) > SR20det |
KA24DET all the way......
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08-15-2008, 02:44 AM
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Originally Posted by cfrost
go SR20!
KA gets the job done for drifting, but it's a boring pile of scrap metal
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I am gonna tell Whiskey what you said!
As far as I am concerned - antwon - if you can't drift a stock motor you'll just crash with more hp. Work on your talent/power ratio.
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08-15-2008, 06:15 PM
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Originally Posted by OldSkool510
KA24DET all the way......
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Looking at that is better than the sex I have now... and I'm in Japan... 
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