NissanSportMag(Z31)

First, Are you sure there isn't room for the crossover pipe between the engine and firewall? I know the engine bay is fairly large. The V6 is about the same length as the I4, and there is plenty of room in there for the KA. Running the crossover pipe in front of the engine will be annoying. Look at all the accessory belts and the fan that will be up there. You'd be better off making it fit behind or under the motor.

The V6 was only available in the regular cabs in the first year as an SE-V6 model. I believe after that, you could only get it with a long bed or 4WD for a couple years. After that, it was no longer available in the regular cab. Doesn't matter what cab the truck has. Just ask for the motor mounts from a V6 Hardbody or Pathfinder. The trucks are exactly the same from the dash forward.

I'd stick with a straight 6 if you don't want to go with a V8. A couple options: Toyota 7M Toyota 1JZ Toyota 2JZ Nissan RB

The stock internals of the VG30s has been shown to hold over 750 hp. This was on a car that was tuned with nitrous, a big turbo, tons of fuel, and many hours on the dyno. If you really want to make power, read this: http://www.redz31.com

The ECU works with the O2 sensor and fuel injectors. Most of the other sensors are completely interchangable from NA to turbo. Most NA to turbo swaps will use their original NA wiring harness, but it is very simple to swap if you want. The actual engine harness only goes into the cab of the car about a foot or so directly to the ECU. If you want to retain the automatic transmission, you'll need to use an automatic ECU as well. You can continue using the NA harness, but you'll lack the option to hook up a couple sensors (knock sensor and maybe one or two more). Your situation is a bit more complex since you aren't running a Z31 transmission. Not sure how the ECU and automatic interface in your case.

You give up too easily. Hope you have a big bank account.

So tighten it down properly. Where and what is coming loose?

You aren't required to wear helmets?!?!?! And holy Damn! That's insane.

The factory service manuals are great. But for the average shade tree mechanic, they go into too much detail. The Haynes manual for the Z31 gets enough of the basics down that makes it simple to follow. They also include a lot more pictures and a few extra diagrams that the FSMs just don't show. I'll agree that a mechanic probably wouldn't find the Haynes useful. But if he's having a problem finding the dipstick, it doesn't sound like he's anywhere near a mechanic's level.

Suggestion. Buy a Haynes manual and read it. Most basic, simple questions are answered in there. It also has a lot of good information on how to do most repairs on the car as well as basic diagnostic information. It's probably the best ~$15 you can spend on your car. And it should be the first $15 you spend on your car. Don't waste your money on the Chilton's manual. They suck. And once you have the Haynes manual, start watching e-bay for a good factory service manual. Most of the CD versions are junk. Buy the actual book version.

worry about learning how to drive well before learning how to race and do burnouts.

trying to teach someone to drive a manual over the internet is like trying to teach a blind man to draw a scenic country villa. it just doesn't work. find someone local who knows how to drive a manual and get them to teach you.

Yes. But that is beyond the reach of the majority of the people.

yes. buy an electronic boost controller.

Proper tune. As in, your car has had a recent tune up and has been properly maintained. No, I don't mean anything about ECU modifications.