VG30DETT into 1989 240SX

Re: (tctomasc)

fayceoff — 2009-04-29T19:39:32-08:00

Nope. I kind of wish the mods would close this thread before I say something that can be used as evidence...

Re: (fayceoff)

tctomasc — 2009-04-25T04:47:30-08:00

anything??

Re: (KGB)

fayceoff — 2009-04-18T05:33:58-08:00

Dale (or Dawoud, or Kenji, or al-Yabani, or whatever you're calling yourself this week), I know you're still checking on this periodically. so I want to put this out there for you one last time: If you have ANY inclination to fix this, you need to get in contact with me before I see you again. Once I'm standing in front of you, it's way too late for payment, apologies, excuses, or explanations.

Re: (fayceoff)

KGB — 2009-02-26T01:37:34-08:00

karma will catch up to him. because were older now, and not kids anymore, it will catch up faster and harder.

Im sure that whatever you do decide to do itll turn out good. Keep us posted on any plans/ideas cause I wanted to do the vg swap also but its beginning to sound like a bad idea (more work than there should be type of thing), now...i dont know what I want to do

Re: (KGB)

fayceoff — 2009-02-23T06:35:10-08:00

We really wanted to do something that was different, but not at the expense of real performance, and the price Davis was offering was good. Not so good that it seemed like it was too good to be true, but reasonable. Plus, I figured that a fellow service member (an officer, no less), wouldn't be likely to jerk me the way he did.

I'll never get my car back, but one way or another, I'm going to get my money's worth... I still want to do the swap, but more than likely I'll just end up getting a new Camaro and keeping an S13 as a project car.

Re: (fayceoff)

KGB — 2009-02-22T05:03:12-08:00

Man i read this thread in its entirety, been at it for 4 hours now. I will admit I was jealous but at the same time, I was hoping to see it come back so we can all see the results. But this scammer scammed you. I know karma will come back around, if it hasnt aleady. Really sucks man on so many levels, lots of us (as you already know) wanted to do this swap, so have you, and have lost a bunch of time and money. Sorry man, hope thing turn around and start looking good

Re: (200zx)

fayceoff — 2008-11-13T05:30:49-08:00

Yeah, I'd have to agree with you. And yeah, I've got some good help now, and I'm working on getting back over there...

Re: (fayceoff)

200zx — 2008-11-12T16:12:13-08:00

Quote, originally posted by fayceoff raquo;

Bro... Did you read ANY of this thread? Just try it and post up the results somewhere.

I would say no, he just thought we all missed the easy way to fit it.

How's things going I keep looking into this thread hoping to see a yeay I got my car back, no such luck yet though

Re: (jay-spec013)

fayceoff — 2008-11-10T06:00:10-08:00

Bro... Did you read ANY of this thread? Just try it and post up the results somewhere.

jay-spec013 — 2008-11-07T11:12:23-08:00

Well since the N/A Z32 uses the same tranny as the 240sx and the Z32 crossmember bolts up to the S13/S14. Whats stopping me from swapping crossmembers and bellhousings ans saving my self allot of fab work?

Re: (TSL)

fayceoff — 2008-08-16T21:46:32-08:00

I would, too, but I don't think I'm going to be satisfied no matter what happens from here on out...

My other thread should be back up real soon.

Re: (fayceoff)

TSL — 2008-08-16T00:06:23-08:00

Cool.

I'd love to see this resolved to a positive outcome.

Re: (TSL)

fayceoff — 2008-08-15T22:44:30-08:00

We're working some stuff that needs to kept under wraps. It'll come back up in a couple days. Thanks for the interest, though...

Re: (fayceoff)

TSL — 2008-08-15T21:57:50-08:00

Any more news on this?

I see the thread in the general section has been deleted or something?

Re: (sommmatt)

fayceoff — 2008-07-31T22:43:39-08:00

I knew some people would understand how I'm feeling right now. Thanks, man. I'm still kind of worried about Dale, because I don't think this is like him, but I guess you never really know a person either, you know? Not one phone call, text, or email since May?!

Anyway, I started another thread. Feel free to stop in and raise the view count so maybe he'll see it if he searches for his name. http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=354004

sommmatt — 2008-07-31T22:27:50-08:00

You know what, I have to say, when I first bought my 240 Dale was one of the guys I always had huge respect for. I'm blown away to hear about this whole scam thing. That's garbage! Fayceoff I know you've been through a lot of ****, and I can't believe someone you invited into your home and put so much trust into ****ed you over like that.

Good luck with the search, I hope things turn around.

AZhitman — 2008-07-22T23:21:16-08:00

Also, link that thread to any others you see on the web.

Get the word out on a few forums, it's a good way to cover a lot of ground fast.

Re: (AZhitman)

fayceoff — 2008-07-22T17:32:22-08:00

Thanks, guys. I just made a new thread about this in Gen Chat. Stop by and put Dale Davis's name in it. Maybe when he Google's his name and sees I'm trying to reach him, he'll contact me.

AZhitman — 2008-07-22T16:55:45-08:00

I know this much:

Mr. Davis will have a permanent reminder of screwing one of our members here...

Dale, do the right thing, or we'll pursue you until the day you die.

Re: (fayceoff)

tomkun-s13 — 2008-07-18T19:35:49-08:00

I wish you all the luck guy and hope you will keep us up to date with pics of a good southern arse kicking

Re: (themadscientist)

fayceoff — 2008-07-18T16:07:16-08:00

Wow. Well, I've sent Greg an e-mail, and I've got feelers out in Bahrain. We'll see what we can turn up. Wish me luck.

Re: (Florida240sx)

themadscientist — 2008-07-14T05:40:34-08:00

I googled him a long time ago, he has a checkered history.

The search began here and just kept getting worse.
http://www.acura-legend.com/vb...35394

Florida240sx — 2008-07-14T00:47:29-08:00

12/7/07 last time he was here. On his one profile he lists his middle name if it's true, which may help. Dale Lynk Davis

Re: (fayceoff)

tomkun-s13 — 2008-07-11T23:47:59-08:00

Quote, originally posted by fayceoff raquo;

You know, I wonder if Hitman can help me a little. Somehow, I'm relatively certain he knows a good PI...

That sounds like a good idea.

Re: (tomkun-s13)

fayceoff — 2008-07-11T15:52:43-08:00

You know, I wonder if Hitman can help me a little. Somehow, I'm relatively certain he knows a good PI...

Re: (fayceoff)

tomkun-s13 — 2008-07-10T23:32:43-08:00

Well my friend you have a good start at finding him. Since you have his name and old bank account you can track him with that to start with. either pay for a people search your self or look into a private investigator to dig this guy up.

Re: (RussianMafia)

fayceoff — 2008-07-10T10:28:18-08:00

His name really is Dale Davis. It was on his uniforms when we met on base and it was on his business cards from his command. I have his old bank account number and some other things that might help me locate him. It's not a matter of not knowing WHO he is. It's a matter of WHERE he is.

For everyone who 'told me so' or 'had a feeling this would happen', you guys don't understand. The only reason I lost track of him like this is because Jaymee died and I ended up leaving Bahrain so abrubtly. I got a call from home and 5 hours later I was on a plane on my back over here. Like I said, if Dale's ripped me off knowing my situation, then I may just have to let God or Karma deal with him... But if I see him again, we're gonna move some furniture.

Re: (RussianMafia)

RussianMafia — 2008-07-08T10:12:09-08:00

Quote, originally posted by RussianMafia raquo;

nothing for nothing but is he sending you pictures with all the updates??? Dont wont to see another guy get Fuc#$% over on his car. Just my 2 cents
p.s iv seen this way to many times.

Hey man sorry to hear about ur car, and hate to say this but i had a feeling this was going to happen.

I hope you have abetter luck on ur next project, how much money did u give him in advance and does he still have ur car??? somewherer because in that case you should press charges. That is if he gave you his real name.

Re: SileightyZ lol (fayceoff)

WDRacing — 2008-07-07T07:50:01-08:00

Yeah I'm sure it does.

Re: SileightyZ lol (WDRacing)

fayceoff — 2008-07-07T07:47:39-08:00

Quote, originally posted by WDRacing raquo;

Not to rub sand in an open wound....but I saw this coming way back man. It sucks regardless...

I'd probably track him down or have a friend track him down. Then commence to burning most of the stuff he owns...cause scammers should be stripped of everything and then killed.

Working on it. Opposite sides of the planet, though... That makes it much more difficult.

Re: SileightyZ lol (WDRacing)

tomkun-s13 — 2008-07-07T02:43:39-08:00

You got that right. What a f**king twot.

Re: SileightyZ lol (fayceoff)

WDRacing — 2008-07-06T13:27:21-08:00

Not to rub sand in an open wound....but I saw this coming way back man. It sucks regardless...

I'd probably track him down or have a friend track him down. Then commence to burning most of the stuff he owns...cause scammers should be stripped of everything and then killed.

Re: SileightyZ lol (fayceoff)

tomkun-s13 — 2008-07-06T02:28:41-08:00

Any luck yet.? I hope so for you soon.

Re: SileightyZ lol (tomkun-s13)

fayceoff — 2008-07-02T07:41:47-08:00

Yeah, I've been sending e-mails like a Mexican pharmacy, and the last time I heard from him was the last time that I posted about it. I tried calling his cell, which was the last way I had to contact him, and some other guy answered it and said he didn't know any Dale. So either he sold the phone and didn't give me an alternative way to reach him, or he has someone lying for him. Either way, not good.

He has my phone numbers (home, work, and cell). He knows where I work and how to locate me. He has my address and my e-mail addresses. If he was trying to reach me, he could. I am thinking that it's possible I may be able to pop up over there from Iraq. If I find him and my car, I'll be very surprised and relieved.

WhiteComet: Thanks. Didn't know if anyonewould catch that. I didn't see it coming either. Like I mentioned before, I've had him over to my house for BBQ and UFC. We've had some pretty deep discussions about religion, family, fatherhood, and of course, cars... I'm very disappointed, but all I can say is that Karma is a B**ch and at least I know I'm not wrong in any way. *sigh*

Modified by fayceoff at 11:10 AM 7/2/2008

Re: SileightyZ lol (tomkun-s13)

White Comet — 2008-07-02T05:30:03-08:00

that sucks and i gotta say, i didnt see this coming at all. i did like the scrubs quote though. good luck with contacting him

Re: SileightyZ lol (fayceoff)

tomkun-s13 — 2008-07-02T04:39:15-08:00

Just keep sending emails daily until he finally answers. Also hope when you get to Iraq you can take a hop over to him sometime and see whats up with the project. Ask for car or cash with a big smile.

I think this sucks balls because he came off as a really nice guy that was strait up. Sorry man.

Re: SileightyZ lol (200zx)

fayceoff — 2008-07-01T15:46:31-08:00

Thanks, bro. I appreciate the sentiment... I treated Dale like family, and he screwed me. Just goes to show most people are crunchy bastard-coated bastards with gooey bastard filling.

Re: SileightyZ lol (fayceoff)

200zx — 2008-07-01T15:19:54-08:00

Quote, originally posted by fayceoff raquo;

This thread is primarily being left alive as a concept. Dale apparently has ditched me and my project is left for dead. Anyone wanna donate a shell so I can start over? I'm leaving for Iraq in November, but I'd put it in storage until I got back...

Mods, I think you can kill this thread. I thank everyone for their support.

I'm truly gutted for you mate, if you were in the uk I would find you a shell and help you fit the vg

Re: SileightyZ lol (200zx)

fayceoff — 2008-07-01T14:17:52-08:00

Mods, I think you can kill this thread. I thank everyone for their support.

Re: SileightyZ lol (Lockleaf)

200zx — 2008-06-29T15:45:25-08:00

Quote, originally posted by Lockleaf raquo;

Has anybody looked into using the subframe from an Infiniti M30? The M30 has the VGE motor in it, is rear wheel drive, and honestly the subframe looks very similar to the 240. The overall width exactly matches the 240 at 66.x inches and the track width on it is only an inch narrower. I know trying to use the 300zx front subframe results in odd binding or something, but I wonder about the M30. It's frame is actually closest to the maxima but I would like to know how close it is to the 240. Maybe I shall be the one to find out.

The s12 left the factory with a vg30 as standard, don't know if would be any use in a conversion.

To be honest I think this thread is getting beyond a joke on the time scale side of things.

Re: SileightyZ lol (xChevox)

Lockleaf — 2008-06-18T19:41:44-08:00

SileightyZ lol

xChevox — 2008-05-24T09:28:34-08:00

Well damn my friend was borrowing the engine hoist for about 2 weeks and iam getting it back next week around wedsday so its just sitting in my engine bay and i bought a S13 Conversion so i was installin that while iam not workin on my engine i had to cut part of my oil pan out cause it kept hitting my steering and i welded it together.Hopefully i get the VG running soon

http://img393.imageshack.us/my...3.jpg

http://img216.imageshack.us/my...8.jpg

Re: (fayceoff)

sauceja — 2008-05-17T18:28:09-08:00

Sorry to hear that.

On a positive side I picked up my 89 hatch today and got it home. Stuck a honda accord battery I had laying around in it and turned on everything works so I tried starting it. Fired right up.
Been sitting in a junkyard untouched for prob. a year or so. 400.00 clean title and body is flawless with one small dent in the right rear that about 10 minutes will have looking new.

Plus I may trade my civic hatch for a 95 240 SE next week or so. Just so tired of Honda's right now that I am down for new challenges.

Thinking RB25 for the S14 and maybe a V8 alternative for the hatch.

Depends how the vg30dett goes that is still high on the want list for motor options for either or both of these cars.

Keep your head up.
(am I at 10 posts yet I need some stuff) LOL

Re: (TSL)

fayceoff — 2008-05-17T12:37:42-08:00

NO, still no word. I'd love to see something that indicated that it's actually being worked on, too, guys, believe me. I put all my faith in this guy - even had him over to my house when he came to the States. He says it's done and will be waiting for me if I get back over there in November, but I can't seem to get a photo from him. Very frustrating!

Re: (sauceja)

TSL — 2008-05-16T09:05:30-08:00

Quote, originally posted by sauceja raquo;

Fayceoff: have you gotten any news as to the status of your car. I have read through all the pages as I will be looking for an engine upgrade possibilities.

Yeah i am still wondering the same thing. It would be so awesome just to see even one picture of the engine in the car.....

Quote, originally posted by sauceja raquo;

This looks a little too much time consuming for me.

Thats the funny thing, it's not that time consuming. A competent workshop would take a couple of weeks to do the entire conversion. Even an average backyarder only takes a few months of spare time to do this job.

Re: (fayceoff)

sauceja — 2008-05-16T08:35:12-08:00

Fayceoff: have you gotten any news as to the status of your car. I have read through all the pages as I will be looking for an engine upgrade possibilities.
This looks a little too much time consuming for me.
But new to nissans and looks like there are even more possible engine choices for the 240 than there are for the civics.

Anyways let us know when you get it done!

Re: (fayceoff)

blazen — 2008-05-06T12:25:12-08:00

Quote, originally posted by fayceoff raquo;

I have to tell the truth here: I have NO idea! All of the work on my car is being done on the the other side of the world from me so I can't stop by the shop and help out. Maybe someone else can answer that for you. I think that the transmission tunnel has to be widened, but that's all I can say for now.

thank you, for your answer.transmittion tunel will be broaden,bat what with this engine and front axle?

Re: (blazen)

fayceoff — 2008-05-06T12:11:00-08:00

Re: (fayceoff)

blazen — 2008-05-06T07:05:20-08:00

Hi I will buy VG30DETT engine. I want to know something,if this engine could settle to the front axle in to 200/240sx s13 model without adjustments. How it�s with Z32 gear box ?
thank you

Re: (RussianMafia)

fayceoff — 2008-04-29T17:45:42-08:00

Quote, originally posted by RussianMafia raquo;

nothing for nothing but is he sending you pictures with all the updates??? Dont wont to see another guy get Fuc#$% over on his car. Just my 2 cents
p.s iv seen this way to many times.

Damn, dude, it's looking like you jinxed me. Now I haven't heard from Dale in nearly a month, and he was supposed to have entered the car into a show on the 2nd weekend of April... I've sent text messages and e-mails - nothing. Maybe he'll see this and get in contact.

edit: Oh snap, son! Dale got my most recent text and answered. He says he's been working outside Bahrain a lot (I'm assuming Saudi and the Emirates), but he's going to call me when he gets back into Bahrain next week. I'll keep you guys updated.

Modified by fayceoff at 12:24 AM 5/2/2008

Re: (xChevox)

200zx — 2008-04-20T02:34:36-08:00

I would get the engine in first if i were you

Re: (200zx)

xChevox — 2008-04-20T01:32:13-08:00

Yeah i wanna be diffrent i dont want a sr20det swap like everyone my plan is to make it all motor engine i got greedy emanager and iam ordering some pullys and headers and an exaust

Re: (xChevox)

200zx — 2008-04-19T11:26:08-08:00

Quote, originally posted by xChevox raquo;

Thanks i hope it goes well this is a very hard swap though so you gotta spend alot of time on it

Its not that bad it depends on how hard you want to make it for yourself ie where a bouts you position the engine, if you move it right back you give your self lots of work, if you keep away from the fire wall its not so bad, if you make a custom manifold it gets easier again, it really depends on what you want, I think its worth doing as it is a nice engine that often gets slated for no reason and its unlikely you will pull up along side another 240 with a vg30dett

Re: (Nis-240sx-san)

xChevox — 2008-04-18T19:17:02-08:00

Thanks i hope it goes well this is a very hard swap though so you gotta spend alot of time on it

Re: (D2180SX)

xChevox — 2008-04-18T19:15:10-08:00

Well It took me a while but i kept on buying after market parts for my car lol and i was talkin to my auto shop teacher and he convinced me to do it my self so i can learn well i fit the engine in and i got the measurements for it and his gonan teach me how to make the mounts so i think it should be done soon and iam going some were elese for the wiring lol screw that

http://img509.imageshack.us/my...5.jpg

Re: (fayceoff)

Nis-240sx-san — 2008-04-17T16:16:19-08:00

Hey,
I have been thinking of different engines to swap into my 89 240sx hatch. I have decided to go VG30. This thread really helps me see whats invloved in a VG swap, and I think I am going to give it a shot too. BTW I cant wait for an update on this, awesome build

Re: (xChevox)

fayceoff — 2008-04-09T17:37:56-08:00

Yeah, the engine mounts shouldn't be that hard, but the way I understand it, the wiring on this swap is only slightly easier than the RB.

Re: (fayceoff)

xChevox — 2008-04-08T20:51:43-08:00

yea ur right theres no kits for it yet but my autoshop teacher said you can make ur own mounts his helpin me iam abut to to do it this week ill post pics when its in its etheir iam gonna do it by my self or ask someone to install it for me ill go some where elese for the wiring for sure though

Re: (xChevox)

fayceoff — 2008-04-08T09:51:09-08:00

Sounds like a great deal. Post it here when it's done...

Re: (fayceoff)

xChevox — 2008-04-07T21:00:10-08:00

Well i just took out my engine and i found someone to install the engine for me for about a grand.

http://img257.imageshack.us/im...9.jpg