What engines can be swapped in the NX2000?

[sonorous986]

I know it has a SR20DE stock, so an SR20DET is a no-brainer. What about a KA24E from a Stanza? Or a CA18DET?

[YBS-70C]

Your sr20de has more power than a ka24de, i don't know why you would want to put one of these in?

i would just go with the sr20det, it has more potential (i think) than the ca18det and will be a more straight forward swap. But then the ca is a more responsive and revy engine. You could even go with the quad throttle body sr20det from the gtir for a bit more power and response.

Another option is the rb20det from a r32 skyline. This is a common swap for silvia owners.

It really comes down to personal preference and what sort of characteristics you want from the engine.

[rednxcoupe]

YBS-70C posted:
Another option is the rb20det from a r32 skyline. This is a common swap for silvia owners.


this would prob be a bit difficult to line up with a front wheel drive gear box:confused:

another option os the sr20ve range
you can get a bit out of turbo charging one
but the cheapest option would be the sr20det from a u12 or u13

[sonorous986]

YBS-70C posted:
Your sr20de has more power than a ka24de, i don't know why you would want to put one of these in?

the SR20DE is a smaller engine, with 140HP and 130 ft/lbs. The KA24E is a 2.4 litre and has 140HP and 150 ft/lbs.

I know the SR20DET would be the cheapest, but I was wondering if the CA18DET is possible.

[WHO55H]

i personally wouldnt bother with the CA18det coz ull just be stepping backwards. i would say the SR20DET with quad throttle body off a GTIR.
i dont think the rb20 will fit coz is a long engine and it wont fit in the engine bay without having to do some heavy mods to fit it in or converting it to rwd (and i dont think a shoe horn wll work)

[GPexa]

the KA series of motors was far from Nissan's best... the SRs ARE among their best :)

[YBS-70C]

My dad has a pintara with a ka24de and i would have an sr20de powered car over that any day. My mates SSS goes heaps harder. Why would u spend all that money putting this engine in if it doesn't have any more power than the original engine. Bigger doesnt mean better.


WHO55H posted:
i personally wouldnt bother with the CA18det coz ull just be stepping backwards.

A ca18det is no step backwards, it is a very nice engine when set up properly. Even standard it will leave a sr20de for dead.

However, unless u want to be unique (not that nx's are common anyway) i would definatly go for the sr20det.

[rednxcoupe]

YBS-70C posted:

A ca18det is no step backwards, it is a very nice engine when set up properly. Even standard it will leave a sr20de for dead.



true it wil leave a stock sr for dead but the costs involved with hooking a ca up over a sr20det would be a step backwards coz a similar set up in a sr20det would kick a ca

plus the fact the ca18det's are getting hard to find

if you want to be a bit more unique go with a sr20ve
if i could afford it that is what i would do

[sonorous986]

I AM NOT LOOKING FOR ADVICE ON CA VS. SR.

I am just asking if it is possible to put a CA in. Thanks.

[sonorous986]

YBS-70C posted:
My dad has a pintara with a ka24de and i would have an sr20de powered car over that any day. My mates SSS goes heaps harder. Why would u spend all that money putting this engine in if it doesn't have any more power than the original engine. Bigger doesnt mean better.

... because it has the same HP and more torque? and I already have a FWD KA I Can get from my stanza.

edit: I noticed you keep saying DE, I'm talking about the E, but even if I was talking about the DE, that's even faster than the E and heaps faster than the SR20DE (the KA24DE is 160hp, 170 ft/lbs).

[Woodyboy]

sonorous986 posted:
I AM NOT LOOKING FOR ADVICE ON CA VS. SR.

I am just asking if it is possible to put a CA in. Thanks.

I've read on another forum that it is possible to put in a CA - just alot of work and money involved (don't know if someone has actually tried it though). Speak to a mechanic about it I guess.

It sounds like it would be cheaper/easier to just sell the FWD KA from your stanza and buy a SR20DE/T or SR20VE to put in. But I guess it's up to you - certainly would be unique with a KA or CA.

[rednxcoupe]

with enough money you can do what ever you want
all we are trying to say is it is easier to stay with the sr motors because they go straight in and you can use the standard gearbox

but if you have an endless supply of money you could probly even put a hondah engine in:madshake:

[GPexa]

sonorous986 posted:
... I noticed you keep saying DE, I'm talking about the E, but even if I was talking about the DE, that's even faster than the E and heaps faster than the SR20DE (the KA24DE is 160hp, 170 ft/lbs). Even though it might be a torquier motor than the SR in stock form, the KA definitely doesn't have the aftermarket modifications ability that the SR has... on top of this, the KA is also apparantly a weaker motor...

[Pretty White]

It is just a step backwards.

[sonorous986]

Woodyboy posted:
I've read on another forum that it is possible to put in a CA - just alot of work and money involved (don't know if someone has actually tried it though). Speak to a mechanic about it I guess.

It sounds like it would be cheaper/easier to just sell the FWD KA from your stanza and buy a SR20DE/T or SR20VE to put in. But I guess it's up to you - certainly would be unique with a KA or CA.

thank you. finally someone actually answered

[rednxcoupe]

the other option is if your engine has reasonably low km's do a little bit of work to it
ie exhaust, chip, a decent cai
that will free it up a bit

:driving:

[sonorous986]

yeah most likely i'll do an SR20DET, it's the best choice for compatability and aftermarket support. i was just wondering if a CA18 was possible because im purcashing one soon hopefully for my Stanza, and if I already had the engine and I bought an NX, i'd put that in.

[rednxcoupe]

it could go but with all the messing around and the high cost factor it just wouldn't be economical,

especially when the sr20det is a gutsier engine

[sonorous986]

rednxcoupe posted:
it could go but with all the messing around and the high cost factor it just wouldn't be economical,

especially when the sr20det is a gutsier engine

not necessarily, the CA can take a beating, it revs high, it's an iron block, the SR20 is a weaker block (aluminum) although it is a great motor nonetheless

[Nugget]

check with your local conversion laws

cause i prity sure in QLD you can NOT down size the engine ie go from a 2ltr to a 1.8ltr

yes its got more power cause its a det but it is ulitmatly a smaller engine

[DIDZ]

Only two logical answers coming from the Nissan clan.

1) SR20DET U12/U13 (Bluebird) OR
2) SR20DET GTI-R.

Use anything else, and you have to be a bit of a silly person to ignore the capabilities of these two motors. The U12/U13 is the most simplest, and cost effective swap over. I know I will be doing it, if I had the choice.

[sicknx]

what about the Nissan sentra fwd sr20det?

[gareth]

I would say any form of the SR20DET, there is soooo much aftermarke support for those engines!! forged pistons/rods $1000, tubular exhaust manifolds $500, cams/gears/springs/retainers/lifters, with forged pistons/rods and a balanced crank, front-mount, fuel components, and an upgraded turbo, you could be runnin' huge boost and low 1/4s!!!!!!

[rednxcoupe]

sicknx posted:
what about the Nissan sentra fwd sr20det?

i all ways thought that the sentra was a non turbo:confused:

[Pretty White]

The BB SR20DET is the best bet. All DE parts swap.
Then there is the Pulsar GTI-R. Parts are harder to find.
My boy has a VE in his NX. The SR20VE is the best all motor motor to put in a B13/B14 to me. That thing is faasst!

[wheelspin]

Sorry it's a bit late, but the RB20 WILL fit. There used to be a red NXR rolling around Yagoona with the RB. My mechanic was going to buy it off him for $8k, but it looked pretty nasty (poor paint, worn interior, dodgy bodykit etc) plus it wasn't engineered. Never got to hear it though, would've sounded awesome. Though I'd assume it'd weight a bit more than the SR

[dreamskidder]

in NSW if the engine swap is 30% cubic inches more than orig you need eng. cert.

i have pintara trx with ka24e can any one tell me if sr20det fit on to gearbox and same loom
cos i want sr in for a/m parts

[SXCNXR]

1 bro u should start another thread easier for u but.. aint matter..

2 not sure on gearbox.. i m pretty sure that it is the sam as N14 pulsars so most likely it will fit + - a few bolts... mite not quite fit exactly.. best bet ring up nissan ppl or a jap wreaker n ask..
loom?? fucts me got no idea..
hope it helps some wat..

[Impacter]

Stick an Rb30T in it 'n' watch your front end fly off into the sunset

I'd really love to know how you guys are comparing a ca18 to an sr20, i haven't seen one example to where there's been an engine swap from either motor to either car but i've heard that any exa driver that's put an sr20 in gets out the car with a hard on

Get the damn VE motor, hell, i want one. alternatitivly you should stick a eurnos V6 in it as these are suited for FWD, stuffed if i know if these are better or not...

[NXT51]

See the ultimate turboing thread: http://forum.nissanexa.com/showthread.php?t=26169 this is supposed to become a repository of valuable turboing info - facts, referenced info (not people crapping on) - hope it's useful. If you find any more interesting articles, please post.
Cheers :)

[nxrcoupe]

If you want to try something different and stay NA lean towards a SR20VE or QR25DE from the Xtrail man!!!

[pheonix165]

okay guys first off if you read the entire thread you well see that the guy wanted just the posibulities second if you look at the years of each post you will see that there is a 21 month gap...

[NXT51]

second if you look at the years of each post you will see that there is a 21 month gap...

Yes we noticed - does that mean we should ignore the question?

[pheonix165]

i think its interesting that people respond to older threads...i've been caught doing it a couple times myself

and i guess the only problem that i have with that is there usually isn't anyone to take note of the advice anymore

nxrcoupe if your really excited about the qr25de its available her in the b15 sentra in frount drive form with a 6 speed and an lsd...i think it would be exciting to see somone do something with that engine

[redpulsar88]

why would you swap the engine put lower compression pistons and put a turbo kit on it
or swap in an sr20det

[redpulsar88]

hahaha
old thread lol