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I believe the Pathfinder also came with that auto trans at some point. consider swapping to a manual transmission. I found a used n/a 5-speed with 60k for $50 about 2 yeard ago. Everything else you need can be found in salvage yards for cheap for reference... *all Z31 n/a's came with the same manual transmission, same as the S13, different bellhousing though *84-86 turbo came with a Borg Warner T-5 *87-89 turbos...internals almost identical to Z32, considered strongest option.

only 87 turbos made after 04/87 had LSD from the factory only LSD's had the finned cover but of course buyer beware... also note... the 88 SS model came with a VLSD and unique half shafts similar to those found in the S-chassis, Z32, etc...

all Z31's use the same auto trans (only exception being 84 turbo) so yes they are interchangeable digital dash can be swapped to analog. Plenty of info can be found here... http://www.az-zbum.com/ http://www.z31.com http://www.z31performance.com http://www.redz31.com

it's been done in the Z31 also, but again, not in the states

Check out the conversions and hybrids section at ls1tech.com there are several posts there about the 240sx swap. Most are dealing with the s14 chassis, but it's still better than no info.

240zJake: I took a long time to check the SPL website out and was very impressed. My suspension catagory has been altered quite a bit. Thanks Phantom: I have been looking at LS1tech.com for about two weeks now trying to read as much as possible. I'm planning on installing a stock motor and tranny for now to see how the chassis handles it and to keep things simple. The only upgrades that could come soon are the clutch/shifter and some nos. This is the area that I need to do the most learning in. Thanks for the tip.

Thanks for the link. I'll look at the website in more detail when I have time tomorrow. The only thing I noticed so far was that most of their s13 suspension parts are chromed. Awesome for shows but not as durable as powdercoating or so I've read. Thanks again.

If you guys couls look over what I've come up with so far and help me fill in the gaps or fix problems with the ideas it would be much appreciated. I thought this would be a fun and unique project, maybe even a modern version of the 240Z's with carbed sbc's. I've spent quite a while planning and researching possibility and parts to complete the project. Yes I know the difficulty is pretty far up there but I want a challenge. The general idea is an S13 coupe with complete JDM bodywork and drift bodykit/suspension but having the mellow rumble and power of the chevy V8. The car will be factory Nissan gloss black and hyperblack rims 17" front 18" back, width is undetermined as of now. Here it is in more detail: Parts List "?" = price varies greatly or is unknown Chassis -Tanabe Sustec rear-subframe ridge collars $208.25 -Cusco radius lower bar front $81.43 Body -JDM beam projector oem headlights ? -JDM oem headlight brackets (ebay seller raceonusa) $59.99 -JDM oem corner lights (ebay seller raceonusa) $139.99 -JDM fiberglass mesh grill (ebay seller v-mods) $49.99 or carbon fiber for $119.99 or JDM OEM GT-R grill $90 -JDM OEM carbon fiber front fenders (ebay seller v-mods) $389.99 -JDM OEM GP Sports G-Four Aero carbon fiber hood $1,113.21 or Raceon carbon fiber D1 hood with reverse scoop (ebay seller raceonusa) $749.98 -GP Sports G-Four Aero front bumper $694.26 -GP Sports G-Four Aero full aero set $1,771.56 Suspension -Cusco tension rod $230 -Cusco toe control arm$281.71 -Cusco adjustable rear upper control arm $310.86 -Cusco front upper link $281.71 -Cusco coilovers Zero-2R normal $2,094.64 -Cusco lower arm bushings. $165.14 -Cusco upper rear pillow ball mount $213.71 -Cusco upper front pillow ball mount$213.71 -Cusco rear strut bar type-40 $174.86 -Cusco front strut bar type-40D $145.71 -Cusco rear sway bar 18mm. $192.26 -Cusco front sway bar 28mm $252.98 -Signal Auto 5 lug conversion hubs front $470 -Superior Nissan Motorsports OEM rear 5 lug hubs and bearings $450 -master polyurethane bushing kit (Prothane?) ? Brakes -300zx TT Brembo GT 332mm big brake kit front red caliper $2,875 -Project Silvia rear stainless steel brake lines $55 -Brembo rear sport cross drilled rotors $144 -rear performance brake pads ? -rear remanufactured calipers red ? Wheels and Tires Engine and Transmission -Chevrolet f-body 97-98 LS1 ? -Chevrolet f-body T-56 6-speed transmission? -Flowmaster Hush Power II mufflers 4x$167.93 -f-body clutch master cylinder ? -short shifter—Hurst Billet/Plus Shifter (Jegs) $165.99 or B&M Ripper Shifter (Jegs) $164.99 -performance clutch—Centerforce Dual Friction clutch 90% stronger than stock (Jegs)$383.99 or Excedy Stage 4 clutch for up to 750hp (Jegs) $1,719.99 -Fidanza lightweight flywheel (Jegs) $379.99 -Inland Empire Driveline custom driveshaft (steel, aluminum, or carbon fiber) ? -Weiand polished aluminum intake manifold (Jegs) $819.99 Fuel System -Summit Racing aluminum 10 gallon fuel cell SUM-290210B—powder coated red $209.95 -Summit Racing complete fuel system kit SUM-PUMPKIT7A $269.95 -Edelbrock EFI electric inline electric external fuel pump $399.99 Drive train -Cusco LSD MZ $865.79 -Greddy high capacity rear differential cover R200 $240 -Circuit Worx billet axles/half-shafts (http://www.g-dimension.com) $658 Electrical -Painless 97-98 LS1 standalone wiring harness $499.99 Interior -Sparco Sprint racing seats-red 2x$279 -Sparco universal base mount 2x$65 -Sparco seat track set 2x$49 -Sparco Globe-X shift knob black $69 -Sparco Stripe-Manual standard pedals black $79 -Sparco harness pads style R2 2x$25 -Sparco Flash 5 steering wheel black/silver $259 -Sparco steering wheel hub adapter $65 -Sparco steering wheel quick release-tuning black $299 -Sparco steering wheel spacer silver $79 -Sparco harness clubman 4 point bolt in black 2x$95 -roll cage padding ? Parts list Total is currently $21,496.32 not including "?" items Services List Chassis -Rhino Lining coated floorboards and interior -Rhino Lining coated underside of unibody -Rhino Lining coated engine bay -powder coated roll cage low gloss black -powder coated front sub frame--low gloss black -powder coated rear sub frame--low gloss black -powder coated engine mounts—low gloss black -powder coated transmission mounts—low gloss black -powder coated brake calipers—red Body -window tint—15% behind doors 35% doors and windshield Suspension Brakes Wheels and Tires Engine and Transmission Drive train -custom driveshaft Fuel System Electrical Interior -powder coated custom seat brackets—low gloss black Fabrication list Chassis -custom NASCAR style chromoly roll cage -shaved fuel door -shaved antenna -engine mounts or tubular engine cradle -transmission mounts Body -seam welded unibody -chop top with windshield laid back? -exhaust port in right rear bumper to mirror stock left Suspension Brakes Wheels and Tires Engine and Transmission -carbon fiber “Corvette†style LS1 engine covers with no lettering -true dual stainless steel exhaust 2.5†with 3†polished tips -mount f-body clutch master cylinder Fuel System -everything Drive train -driveshaft to mate Chevrolet T-56 to Nissan R200 LSD Electrical -stand alone engine management (wired into chassis electrical?) Interior -seat brackets

I have been searching online with no luck for axles that can hold up to 500-700 hp. Does anyone have any experience or help with this? Also, what diff should I look into to hold this much power? Thanks all.

Thanks PROJECTRB240SX.

I plan on installing an LS1 T-56 combo into an S13 240SX coupe and have been using this site as a reference. Would it be possible to use the clutch and pedal assembly from the S13 or is it a better idea to source one from an f-body? Also, what are the possible advantages or disadvantages of using the Corvette 6-speed over an f-body 5-speed? Thanks for any help.

If you could post links to any of the cars mentioned that would be great. Thanks.

Yeah I realize it's not exactly on topic for the forum but I thought with the similar drivetrain and how some people are loyal to certain brands I figured that there might be some answers here. Tyhere isn't exactly one place to go for the answers I'm looking for and the 240 forums I'v visited have been much less than spectacular.

Has anyone here considered putting an LS! into a 240SX? I like the idea of a small Datsun/Nissan body with a large chevy engine but would like something with a more modern look than a 240Z in the hopes of having a more subtle presence. Can anyone tell me what an LS1 and T-56 weigh? The weight gain on the front two wheels seems to be the disadvantage over an SR20DET.

Sorry, but he's not the first to do an LS1 third gen RX-7 swap. Hot Rod magazine May '04 issue page 30. In their "77 Street Machines That Haul Ass" article they have a picture of a third gen RX-7 that's black with a limo tint and stock appearing. The caption reads, "'93 Mazda RX-7 Brian Hinson, Tuscaloosa, AL. Two-stage nitrous-enhanced LS1 power in a package that weighs 400 pounds less than a C5 Corvette delivers 10.12 e.t.'s at 137 mph. And it's driven everyday."