is it possible VR38dett swap on 350z
Just becuase the STEALER charges $23k for a long block does not mean it costs $23k to get a block. In fact I can get a full block for less than 10k.
I think this is a legitimate area of interest, the RB26DETT's were 1,500,000 yen in Japan too when the R34's first came out yet these engines found their way into all sorts of vehicles.
The real question is what system besides MOTEC will manage a VR38 and how to mate it up to the 350Z tranny, and how much frame modification (hopefully none?) is necessary.
I'm sure someone is engaging this project at this time - I'd like to find out who.
Cheers
I think this is a legitimate area of interest, the RB26DETT's were 1,500,000 yen in Japan too when the R34's first came out yet these engines found their way into all sorts of vehicles.
The real question is what system besides MOTEC will manage a VR38 and how to mate it up to the 350Z tranny, and how much frame modification (hopefully none?) is necessary.
I'm sure someone is engaging this project at this time - I'd like to find out who.
Cheers
where?
I thought the the VR38 had to mated to the GTR transmission and how r u going to fit that in the Z chassis?
As far as I've read, it's not possible to mate a VR38tt to a Z/G transmission. (Someone correct me if I'm wrong).
A RB/LS or built HR/VHR swap would be easier and cost a lot less than what you are asking, and would be just as reliable if done correctly imho.
If you really want a VR38tt, trade in your Z and buy a GTR.
As far as I've read, it's not possible to mate a VR38tt to a Z/G transmission. (Someone correct me if I'm wrong).
A RB/LS or built HR/VHR swap would be easier and cost a lot less than what you are asking, and would be just as reliable if done correctly imho.
If you really want a VR38tt, trade in your Z and buy a GTR.
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I thought the the VR38 had to mated to the GTR transmission and how r u going to fit that in the Z chassis?
As far as I've read, it's not possible to mate a VR38tt to a Z/G transmission. (Someone correct me if I'm wrong).
A RB/LS or built HR/VHR swap would be easier and cost a lot less than what you are asking, and would be just as reliable if done correctly imho.
If you really want a VR38tt, trade in your Z and buy a GTR.
As far as I've read, it's not possible to mate a VR38tt to a Z/G transmission. (Someone correct me if I'm wrong).
A RB/LS or built HR/VHR swap would be easier and cost a lot less than what you are asking, and would be just as reliable if done correctly imho.
If you really want a VR38tt, trade in your Z and buy a GTR.
So that is my question - anyone attempting this build?
Thx
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yes, VR38's are available and no, it need not cost you $25k
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The fact of the matter is that if you have the pockets (and skill level if doing it yourself) to complete a swap like this....you know the rest
http://cornerbalance.wordpress.com/2...ines-for-sale/
The fact of the matter is that if you have the pockets (and skill level if doing it yourself) to complete a swap like this....you know the rest
looks like u dont trust the VQ power
Hell i think its a great idea. Im sure within the next 5 to 7 years the VR38DETT will be alot cheaper and the swap will become as common as the Rb swaps are now. Fact is that it just takes time. I will def be looking into this swap as soon as the Z is paid for.
Any swap is possible - you're limited by the same things anyone else is limited to. No matter if it's an RB, or VR, or rotary or any other engine concoction....or any other major build for that matter. It takes generous and equal amounts of budget, time and skill to successfully complete any swap or major project/build.
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As if RB swaps into 350Z's are so common now? I know of 3. Swaps in these cars, regardless of engine type, are the furthest thing from common at this point. Perhaps in the future that will change, who knows. I don't think the price of a VR GTR engine will dip much below it's current level on the second hand market, because they are so limited in availability in the first place. Far more limited than the RB was.
Any swap is possible - you're limited by the same things anyone else is limited to. No matter if it's an RB, or VR, or rotary or any other engine concoction....or any other major build for that matter. It takes generous and equal amounts of budget, time and skill to successfully complete any swap or major project/build.
Any swap is possible - you're limited by the same things anyone else is limited to. No matter if it's an RB, or VR, or rotary or any other engine concoction....or any other major build for that matter. It takes generous and equal amounts of budget, time and skill to successfully complete any swap or major project/build.
As if RB swaps into 350Z's are so common now? I know of 3. Swaps in these cars, regardless of engine type, are the furthest thing from common at this point. Perhaps in the future that will change, who knows. I don't think the price of a VR GTR engine will dip much below it's current level on the second hand market, because they are so limited in availability in the first place. Far more limited than the RB was.
Any swap is possible - you're limited by the same things anyone else is limited to. No matter if it's an RB, or VR, or rotary or any other engine concoction....or any other major build for that matter. It takes generous and equal amounts of budget, time and skill to successfully complete any swap or major project/build.
Any swap is possible - you're limited by the same things anyone else is limited to. No matter if it's an RB, or VR, or rotary or any other engine concoction....or any other major build for that matter. It takes generous and equal amounts of budget, time and skill to successfully complete any swap or major project/build.
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