Guest Makaveli Posted September 26, 2006 Share Posted September 26, 2006 Hi all, I'm new to the S30; reason why I'm on this forums is because my dad is planning to get me a 240z that his friend wants to get rid of. Supposedly it's in good condition, I haven't seen it. I really want it because it truely is a beautiful car, but I'm a little hesitant. The main issue is the engine. It doesn't run and I have money left over for a swap. What engine should I opt for? I really want to stay away from the 2JZ, RB25, RB26 because of their weight. I'm basically looking for a torquey motor that isn't limited to a 6,500 rpm redline. Any info and opinions is greatly appreciated. Thanks p.s. I really don't like the SR20. I don't like the idea of tossing a I6 for an I4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeiss150 Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 well you seem to know your engine choices, but ... you left out one pretty obvious engine... L28. If I were you I wouldn't build an engine for my Z based on max RPM. I would go for a Rear Wheel Horse Power 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, and do you want it N/A or turbo. Do you want a race car or do you want a really fast every day driver. A turbo L28 can bring you great torque and RWHP without too much trouble. And don't forget about SBC V8's and nissan VG and VQ engines. I guess the ultimate choice will be made by how much money you have to drop into the engine you pick. Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tannji Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 While I AM planning on tossing a larger engine (V8) for the I4... I agree with Zeiss... the L28 is a perfectly viable choice, and you already have it. I like revs too... but higher redlines cost money... unless you start out with an engine that revs to begin with, and that will probably cost you as well. I plan on spending very little for the basic swap, but the 7500 to 8000 rpm I am looking for will just about triple my engine budget. tannji Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Makaveli Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 Thanks a lot. I don't really know much about the L28, but it seems to be a pretty strong engine. Does anyone know how much it generally creates, horsepower and torque-wise? Thanks for your input! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240zV8 Posted October 1, 2006 Share Posted October 1, 2006 Thanks a lot. I don't really know much about the L28, but it seems to be a pretty strong engine. Does anyone know how much it generally creates, horsepower and torque-wise? Thanks for your input! i was planning on a V8 swap right when i get a Z for the torque and power, but i just drove my friends s30 with a l28 turbo, and that thing is fast, and he drives it everyday as his only car. I didn't realize how much potential those engines had until i drove that. Just go get a cheap l28 or l28et, clean it up alittle, and bolt it in and you'll have a fun car, and you won't be killed by the extra expenses of one of those swaps u mentioned, which can reach $5-$10k easily from what people do on here.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240zV8 Posted October 1, 2006 Share Posted October 1, 2006 but....if your in a position to spend that kind of money, I'd tell you to put a LS1 in, but they get alittle pricey, and if your like me and doing school and stuff, that's not an option....yet. So a l28/l28et can be a fast cheap option to get some good power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Makaveli Posted October 1, 2006 Share Posted October 1, 2006 wow, thanks a lot. seems like the L28ET is a damn good option. I guess I'll go with that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b__sosick Posted October 1, 2006 Share Posted October 1, 2006 Ls1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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