se7en Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 Hey all, i am a regular at many other Z forums, and I considering a ls1 swap into my z32 TT I have one or two questions though: Does anyone make adapter plates to run the stock z32 transmission(manual)?? Has anyone ever done it? or does everyone just use the t56 or auto that came with the ls1... I think that I have a lot of the rest figured out, but I needed to know this before I purchase any parts... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skib Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 BRAAP.... (search for his Z32 LS swap thread) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators BRAAP Posted July 31, 2009 Administrators Share Posted July 31, 2009 Using the Z32 5 speed could be a possibility with the starter on the tranny, only problem with that is the if the trans is left in the stock location, the LSx will NOT fit under the hood! Puts the TB through the hood, radiator in front of the radiator core supports and the engine really far forward in the engine bay. The VG30DE is a very short engine when measuring front to back! If you plan to move the trans back to situate the engine nicer in the car and under the hood, you will be cutting the firewall! At that, then its just MUCH easier to use the T-56 as it already bolts up, clutches and flywheels are readily available etc. Here are a couple LSx Z-32 swap threads that should help shed some light on your endeavor; http://forums.hybridz.org/showthread.php?t=144469 http://forums.hybridz.org/showthread.php?t=149027 Good luck and keep us up to date on your progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
se7en Posted July 31, 2009 Author Share Posted July 31, 2009 Ah, yes, I forgot about that.... see, the thing is, I was hoping to keep my OK Giken triple disc setup if possible, as it costs 3500$ to replace.... but I guess if it makes more sense, I may as well just use something more designed for the ls1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris51881 Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 i found this thread on here. looks like this guy wanted to try the same last year. seems people don't approve. http://forums.hybridz.org/showthread.php?t=141501 BRAAP is right though, the LS1 would have to be about 4and1/2 inches in front of the firewall if you tried to keep the Nissan transmission. that would throw off all kinds of geometry. unfortunately it looks like you'll have to try to sell your Giken setup. glad to see someone else doing this frankenstein though. keep us posted, lots of pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dts300z Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 You will get some good information from the guys threads from above... Here is a thread I've been putting together that should help some but it is more for an LT1 but the same swap principles apply and there are good links to other threads and good information that would pertain. http://forums.hybridz.org/showthread.php?t=150821 Also check out my build thread, click the link in my Sig for some good pictures and basic tips. I wouldn't waste your time trying to use the Z32 transmission (not bad mouthing the Z32 tranny since that wouldn't be nice and I wouldn't want to upset die hard Z32 guys... lol) especially since the T56 will be a lot more fun and its more upgrade friendly too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators BRAAP Posted July 31, 2009 Administrators Share Posted July 31, 2009 You will get some good information from the guys threads from above... Here is a thread I've been putting together that should help some but it is more for an LT1 but the same swap principles apply and there are good links to other threads and good information that would pertain. http://forums.hybridz.org/showthread.php?t=150821 Also check out my build thread, click the link in my Sig for some good pictures and basic tips. I wouldn't waste your time trying to use the Z32 transmission (not bad mouthing the Z32 tranny since that wouldn't be nice and I wouldn't want to upset die hard Z32 guys... lol) especially since the T56 will be a lot more fun and its more upgrade friendly too. Dan, My apologies. I totally forgot about your conversion when I linked help threads. Your build info is invaluable source of Z-32 V-8 conversion info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dts300z Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 No worries! After all its not a LS1 swap... lol. I tell you what though all these upcoming swaps are pretty exciting. Makes me want to get mine back on the road. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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