dj paul Posted October 1, 2009 Share Posted October 1, 2009 I was just wondering what would technically be the best setup. I can't seem to find the post but there is a picture of someone using the stock crossmember to mount the sr20. Would using these stock mounting location with custom mounts on the front of the motor be ok? or would using something like the mckinney motorsports package be better? Im guessing ease of install would be better with the mckinney or vildini package. Im just making sure no major problems could arise from this since i havent seen the stock mounts used much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SR240Z Posted October 1, 2009 Share Posted October 1, 2009 The stock location on the crossmember will place the motor really far forward. With both our mount set and McKinneys setup it allows you to place the motor as far back as you want and also lower. Our cradle utilizes the factory datsun engine mounts where McKinneys uses their own puck style urethane mounts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fast-datsun Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 We also include the trans crossmember for your correct year and model... But both kits are very good ...Just different approach to same end... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daron Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 I have the mckinney mounts and the fitment was spot on, just install the mount to sr and slip between the z rails and weld in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenLT Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 I am waiting on my McKinney mounts and cant wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplyedmind Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 Im ordering mine tomorrow!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kgriz Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 The Vilidini kit works great. Have it installed. Easy weld in and great positioning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jessejames Posted May 15, 2010 Share Posted May 15, 2010 I have the Whitehead Performance cradle. It also came with a transmission mount as well. Greg and Mike are great to deal with. http://www.whiteheadperformance.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainJoe87 Posted March 12, 2011 Share Posted March 12, 2011 Whenever they get a kit for a 1980ZX someone please let me know. Still a little ways off from actually doing this swap and if i dont have to fab the mounts and stuff myself that would be good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zcar73 Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 I did my swap a couple years ago using McKinney mounts. In fact, McKinney imported the drive train for me and did all the piping/electrical/touch-up work once I had finished the swap. I have not had one major problem with the car since I got it back from them. All things aside, the mounts from McKinney are worth their weight in gold! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.