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hello, i have a 89 240sx and would like to do a engine swap, but not sure what is to go with or how high i can go. i seen some 240 with the the newer model engine but would like to hear some information from you all. this is like most of everyone here a project car and i am not rich... so hopefully i can find a middle of good HP and cost. can anyone recommend a good engine that will go good in my 240?

ohh and i also want to do a S15 conversion...
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your is grammar sucks

read the stickies
your is grammar sucks

read the stickies
sorry if my grammar sucks, kinda hard to write a post while working and making sure my boss does not see... wow and to think i thought this was a friendly site,,, do you feel like a tuff guy making fun of people? sorry if i did not get all the right schooling to be at your intellectual level of people bashing... man life must be great for you to pick on people over the internet…
sorry if my grammar sucks, kinda hard to write a post while working and making sure my boss does not see... wow and to think i thought this was a friendly site,,, do you feel like a tuff guy making fun of people? sorry if i did not get all the right schooling to be at your intellectual level of people bashing... man life must be great for you to pick on people over the internet…
not picking on you, spaz. Just telling you to read the stickies. This topic has been covered a lot. So the search button and stickies are a good place to start.
^ditto
hey doc..yeah some guys are just straight out forward and say wat comes to their mind without thinking. but at the same time they are right in a way but he could have just said here read these stickies this should help and also use the search button a lot of threads on here that can help you with your questions but if u fell like ur stuck just ask away...but donnt forget to mention that u did search the forums here if not they will bash you n say use the search button.

For your swap it all depends on how much time and money you are willing to spend. SRs are the most popular because they are cheaper and have more aftermarket parts for more fun..lol..for me im doing my research on a RB25DET swap.
and...oh boy...another S15 wanna be conversion. I'm starting think that it would be rare to actually keep the OEM front end...
and...oh boy...another S15 wanna be conversion. I'm starting think that it would be rare to actually keep the OEM front end...
what are you talking about? no one has s15 conversions



p.s.
4000th post!
You can do conversions to look like an S15?!

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We are not really trying to discourage you from modding, but it seems like just about everyone wants to the 15 conversion. IMO it's overdone, overrated, and overpriced, and it usually isn't done right.
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We are not really trying to discourage you from modding, but it seems like just about everyone wants to the 15 conversion. IMO it's overdone, overrated, and overpriced, and it usually isn't done right.
diddo :beer2:
:(

/hides his S15 stuff... :p
thanks guys for the info... i have looked in the search icon and did find some good stuff, but was more of asking what kind of motor i should swap it out for... im not rich but can put some money into it. im looking around 2k for a mid class engine so i can also have fun with it...
A later-model SR, but 2k gets you the motor setup. Not the supporting mods, wiring, labor, etc etc etc.
well i can get the labor for free since my friend knows and owns a 240sx, he already did an engine swap in his. but i wanted to hear from all of you guys on what engine i should buy. i want to use it for everyday use and also have fun.... by fun i mean drift....
Gallo 12 or Gallo 24 would be your best bet
Gallo 12 or Gallo 24 would be your best bet
:lol:
but for real 2000 save more so u can do an sr swap..or even more to do an rb swap...but hey up to you

^^^for your 4008th post Box


We are not really trying to discourage you from modding, but it seems like just about everyone wants to the 15 conversion. IMO it's overdone, overrated, and overpriced, and it usually isn't done right.
when I posted it, it was my 4000th post lol.

what motor has your friend swapped?
You could swap in a dohc ka, then when you get more money slap a turbo on it.
2k is not enough to do a solid sr swap, unlesss you find some mad bargains.
2k i have but can save up for 5 with in 2 month. where would a good place/website to buy a motor and also the support gear for it... exp: radiator, gages, fuel pump? also will it pass smog in CA. if i am going to use it for everyday use i want to make sure it is legal on the street.
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