Built VQ or RB26
06-19-2007, 11:32 AM
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Originally Posted by jimmyloose
Free?!@ That's not fair :flameon:
06-19-2007, 11:47 AM
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Originally Posted by skeet96707
Everyones input is really great guys thanks.
Now I only have a couple of weeks to decide to do the swap or my brother is going to sale the RB setup to someone else.
To let everyone know its a fully built RB26 swap vs building the VQ
Now I only have a couple of weeks to decide to do the swap or my brother is going to sale the RB setup to someone else.
To let everyone know its a fully built RB26 swap vs building the VQ
Fully built, as in the RB has a built block and upgraded turbos?
What tranny are you going to use and what EMS are you going to use?
06-19-2007, 11:56 AM
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Originally Posted by widebody350
Did you completely ignore my last post?
Fully built, as in the RB has a built block and upgraded turbos?
What tranny are you going to use and what EMS are you going to use?
Fully built, as in the RB has a built block and upgraded turbos?
What tranny are you going to use and what EMS are you going to use?
06-19-2007, 12:01 PM
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Well g/l to you, but like I said it's about 12Gs if you have the motor(which you do). So if your brother wants to fork over that much money than horray for you b/c you'll have a unique Z, that revs high and probably makes some pretty good power, but if anything goes wrong, no Z for you for a while. My advice is that you should take advantage of your opportunity and get a beater car while you're at it b/c you will surely need one.
06-19-2007, 12:02 PM
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Originally Posted by bb1314
^ How come I don't have a brother like that? My brother drives an auto Altima and play WoW 24/7 when he's not at work.
06-19-2007, 12:04 PM
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Originally Posted by widebody350
Well g/l to you, but like I said it's about 12Gs if you have the motor(which you do). So if your brother wants to fork over that much money than horray for you b/c you'll have a unique Z, that revs high and probably makes some pretty good power, but if anything goes wrong, no Z for you for a while. My advice is that you should take advantage of your opportunity and get a beater car while you're at it b/c you will surely need one.
06-19-2007, 12:49 PM
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and yes, part of the rb26 confusion here is the weight of the front differential. If you take it off, it takes quite a bit of the weight off. It's an integral part of the motor though, so the only way to get rid of it is to buy an RB25 oilpan.
06-19-2007, 06:32 PM
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Originally Posted by jimmyloose
and yes, part of the rb26 confusion here is the weight of the front differential. If you take it off, it takes quite a bit of the weight off. It's an integral part of the motor though, so the only way to get rid of it is to buy an RB25 oilpan.
+1 the front drive shaft is integrated with the front oil pan, i don't know th exact weight but that ***** is heavy...
06-19-2007, 09:47 PM
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Good luck with the project if you happen to take the route.
Dude get off his d#ck seriously. If he wants to do it don't get him to sway away!
Originally Posted by widebody350
Well g/l to you, but like I said it's about 12Gs if you have the motor(which you do). So if your brother wants to fork over that much money than horray for you b/c you'll have a unique Z, that revs high and probably makes some pretty good power, but if anything goes wrong, no Z for you for a while. My advice is that you should take advantage of your opportunity and get a beater car while you're at it b/c you will surely need one.
Dude get off his d#ck seriously. If he wants to do it don't get him to sway away!
06-19-2007, 10:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Vq.turbo.DremZ
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+1 the front drive shaft is integrated with the front oil pan, i don't know th exact weight but that ***** is heavy...
+1 the front drive shaft is integrated with the front oil pan, i don't know th exact weight but that ***** is heavy...
06-20-2007, 06:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Zexy
Good luck with the project if you happen to take the route.
Dude get off his d#ck seriously. If he wants to do it don't get him to sway away!
Dude get off his d#ck seriously. If he wants to do it don't get him to sway away!
Oh and you just want him to do it so that you can learn from what he does wrong lol...Are you still doing the RB swap?
06-20-2007, 07:42 AM
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Honestly, I never understood the hostility on here. Zexy is a cool guy, talked with him alot, sharing RB knowledge. I also talked to Widebody350 alot in the beginning of this project because at the time he was looking into doing it as well, he's a cool guy too. So, lets just not getting into a pissing match like I know so many people do on this forum.
Back on topic though, I honestly think that until someone finishes their project, has it in the car running, weighs the car (total and f:r balance...before and after), and tells personal experiences...all this talk is pure speculation.
My motor is at my house and will be fully built up this weekend. I'm taking the VQ out this weekend (so whoever wants to buy alot of stock parts, let me know) and will probably test fit it to see what kind of modifications need to be done to the crossmember and how I need to make my mounts. Next week I will be doing the modifications and making motor/tranny mounts, measuring for a driveshaft, and ordering intercooler/exhaust piping. If I have any time after that I will start on the wiring.
The main advice I have regarding this thread is....you will think you have done all the research you need to do and bought all the parts you need...but I assure you...you have not. I also recommend, to do it right, tear the motor down completely and inspect it. If you are looking for 450+ hp and have a 100% reliable motor...start buying alot of parts. If you are looking for 550-600+ hp...start buying even more parts. If you want to rev past 8000rpm...start buying even more parts. Trust me..it never ends.
Back on topic though, I honestly think that until someone finishes their project, has it in the car running, weighs the car (total and f:r balance...before and after), and tells personal experiences...all this talk is pure speculation.
My motor is at my house and will be fully built up this weekend. I'm taking the VQ out this weekend (so whoever wants to buy alot of stock parts, let me know) and will probably test fit it to see what kind of modifications need to be done to the crossmember and how I need to make my mounts. Next week I will be doing the modifications and making motor/tranny mounts, measuring for a driveshaft, and ordering intercooler/exhaust piping. If I have any time after that I will start on the wiring.
The main advice I have regarding this thread is....you will think you have done all the research you need to do and bought all the parts you need...but I assure you...you have not. I also recommend, to do it right, tear the motor down completely and inspect it. If you are looking for 450+ hp and have a 100% reliable motor...start buying alot of parts. If you are looking for 550-600+ hp...start buying even more parts. If you want to rev past 8000rpm...start buying even more parts. Trust me..it never ends.
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i say build the VQ, but you've made your decision. if your gonna make it a show car, than maybe but all you'll get out of it is a few more points at the show. the VQ has been rated the best V6 engine for about the last 10 years...think long and hard!!!!
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Originally Posted by 002-M-P
Honestly, I never understood the hostility on here. Zexy is a cool guy, talked with him alot, sharing RB knowledge. I also talked to Widebody350 alot in the beginning of this project because at the time he was looking into doing it as well, he's a cool guy too. So, lets just not getting into a pissing match like I know so many people do on this forum.
Back on topic though, I honestly think that until someone finishes their project, has it in the car running, weighs the car (total and f:r balance...before and after), and tells personal experiences...all this talk is pure speculation.
My motor is at my house and will be fully built up this weekend. I'm taking the VQ out this weekend (so whoever wants to buy alot of stock parts, let me know) and will probably test fit it to see what kind of modifications need to be done to the crossmember and how I need to make my mounts. Next week I will be doing the modifications and making motor/tranny mounts, measuring for a driveshaft, and ordering intercooler/exhaust piping. If I have any time after that I will start on the wiring.
The main advice I have regarding this thread is....you will think you have done all the research you need to do and bought all the parts you need...but I assure you...you have not. I also recommend, to do it right, tear the motor down completely and inspect it. If you are looking for 450+ hp and have a 100% reliable motor...start buying alot of parts. If you are looking for 550-600+ hp...start buying even more parts. If you want to rev past 8000rpm...start buying even more parts. Trust me..it never ends.
Back on topic though, I honestly think that until someone finishes their project, has it in the car running, weighs the car (total and f:r balance...before and after), and tells personal experiences...all this talk is pure speculation.
My motor is at my house and will be fully built up this weekend. I'm taking the VQ out this weekend (so whoever wants to buy alot of stock parts, let me know) and will probably test fit it to see what kind of modifications need to be done to the crossmember and how I need to make my mounts. Next week I will be doing the modifications and making motor/tranny mounts, measuring for a driveshaft, and ordering intercooler/exhaust piping. If I have any time after that I will start on the wiring.
The main advice I have regarding this thread is....you will think you have done all the research you need to do and bought all the parts you need...but I assure you...you have not. I also recommend, to do it right, tear the motor down completely and inspect it. If you are looking for 450+ hp and have a 100% reliable motor...start buying alot of parts. If you are looking for 550-600+ hp...start buying even more parts. If you want to rev past 8000rpm...start buying even more parts. Trust me..it never ends.