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1989 RS13 180SX 1991 RMS13 240SX 1992 RS13 200SX
Manama
8-3-2006

 « Re: (180sxfaktory) and 240VG30DETT Swap (240TweakerNewbee)


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Call me wrong, but, for the money why not just throw a (I can't believe I'm going to say this) LS-1 in. Brand new in the crate $4k, 350hp/350tq, N/A, light, easy to get parts, reliable, very upgradeable.

That setup does look sweet though. Don't get me wrong, I am a complete Nissan head, I just wish they would come up with some serious displacement that is small and fairly modular for a reasonable price out of the box, not to mention not getting killed on true factory parts.

I'm an inch away from moving to France so I can get a job at the Nissan Corp facility in Trappes (I’ve seen job postings that I qualify for with my degree) just so I can slap the moron who thinks 1 CV axel for my 240 is worth $600 bran new, and every nut and bolt are worth $40 each.

Well, many have already treaded that path with LS-1, and not only in our camp. We see RX-7s running around with LS-1. VG30DETT "uncompromised" is new territory, and that's why we went that direction. Impossible or hard is only just an obstacle to get over, and we did. Nissan is Nissan, and their forte is with smaller displacement. GM was forever large displacement, but they have made huge inroads into the small displacement arena, as we have seen with ECOTEC. Nissan pricing for OEM parts- I don't even wanna go there, as you state, it's ridiculous.



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1990 300ZX NA to TT conversion
Rio Rancho NM
6-20-2005

 « Re: (180sxfaktory) and 240VG30DETT Swap (180sxfaktory)


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When you said you bought your swap for $2500, was that for a front clip? I am telling everybody that the front clip would be most economical instead of piecing things from here and there. VG.

Yes my whole front 1/2 cut of a 300zxTwinTurbo from Japan cost me $2500 from http://www.venus-auto.com. I would ONLY suggest getting a front clip. If you are trying to piece a working engine, intercooler setup then you WILL spend WAY too much money. Parts alone will kill bankrupt you. With a front clip like I purchased, you will get everything "used" that you will need to perform a swap (into an NA 300zx that is) along with the kit that 180SXfaktory is offering.

One question though, Can a 300zx subframe be modified to fit with the 240SX engine bay? Wouldn't that be an easier fit in the VG30DETT? Those subframes and 300zx driveshafts are plentiful in the junkyards.

Here is a pick of my front clip...




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1989 RS13 180SX 1991 RMS13 240SX 1992 RS13 200SX
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 « Re: (180sxfaktory) and 240VG30DETT Swap (greatgonzer)


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Yes my whole front 1/2 cut of a 300zxTwinTurbo from Japan cost me $2500 from http://www.venus-auto.com. I would ONLY suggest getting a front clip. If you are trying to piece a working engine, intercooler setup then you WILL spend WAY too much money. Parts alone will kill bankrupt you. With a front clip like I purchased, you will get everything "used" that you will need to perform a swap (into an NA 300zx that is) along with the kit that 180SXfaktory is offering.

One question though, Can a 300zx subframe be modified to fit with the 240SX engine bay? Wouldn't that be an easier fit in the VG30DETT? Those subframes and 300zx driveshafts are plentiful in the junkyards.

Here is a pick of my front clip...

We tried the subframe, but it doesn't line up and the front sway bar is impacted. The driveshaft length is not the same. Yes, I wish it was that easy, but as I stated, this kit of ours makes it the first of its kind. That probably explains why there is so much excitement over this. Believe me, I never expected to see so much enthusiasm over it!

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Waiting for my box truck to sell.... Goign to lower the price so I can get rid of it......



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6-20-2005

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Hey 180sx...does your $1500 price include the custom driveshaft? You cant do this swap without that correct? And you ARE advertising for a "clean swap". Just looking for clarification.
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Hey 180sx...does your $1500 price include the custom driveshaft? You cant do this swap without that correct? And you ARE advertising for a "clean swap". Just looking for clarification.

No, it does not.

Clean means nothing canceled. Pictures being taken tonite. We've got the transmission out for clutch swap, so this allows me to get good pics of Y-pipe we got made, the back of the turbos, oil filter access port, etc. It's been busy lately.

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anderson SC
11-9-2005

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Any new pics or up dates on when the kit will be available?




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11-29-2005

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its on the website now...so i assume its available
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Bump... Got a vg30dett front clip coming in next month for me
Still tryign to fins a place to work on the swap though...
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anderson SC
11-9-2005

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Lol, I have a place to do the swap but I'm sill trying to get the money together to get the swap kit, motor, and all the other needed parts.
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I got enough for the kit....if my truck sells thne I have enough for the engine and misc..f not then I got to wait a month for my front clip to arrive anywayz so I will just not eat and have the money
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8-3-2006

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I got enough for the kit....if my truck sells thne I have enough for the engine and misc..f not then I got to wait a month for my front clip to arrive anywayz so I will just not eat and have the money

Hello again! Man, I don't want you guys giving up eating... That just sux!

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I really appreciate the group's enthusiasm on this swap and I tell you, everybody here that is involved in it is excited about this kit's release and your love for this car.

Because we have Ramadan coming up this Sunday, things will slow down a bit. Everyday for approximately a month (time of the new moon cycle), devout Muslims will follow the practice of fasting and abstaining from even drinking water from the time the sun comes up until the sun sets. Believe me, the practice will drain you and "normal" life practices such as eating, drinking and recharging the body can only take place in the evening after "Iftar" (partaking in the first meal after prayer). This means my operations will have to adjust to evening hours because I simply cannot get anything done in the daytime. I must honor and respect this practice.

This works in favor of those of you who want the kit, but need to source the funds, swap, essential parts, etc. I will release the kit after Ramadan ends next month.

A few have asked of video of the car in action. We will be filming the car during drift and drag sessions in the evening at Bahrain International Circuit. The car right now is undergoing a clutch swap and a 5-lug conversion, Z32 brake conversion which started last nite. I want to document everything and present it to you so that you can see and judge for yourself how this car operates prior to releasing the kit. This video will be released within the next two weeks.

A few of you may be disappointed, but please don't be. Those of you who truly want this kit, please write to me at postmaster@180sxfaktory.com and I will knock $100 off the list price in observance of Ramadan (Ramadan also includes observance of giving people a break and helping others) and will include laminates. As I stated earlier, USA owners will get free shipping if they state they are NICO members (include your handle). In total, you will save $225 which will allow you to use that money for other things like eating

Thanks for your understanding. Ma'asalama!

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thank you for the update... dat gives me a lil more time to save some money lol...



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anderson SC
11-9-2005

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Quote, originally posted by Florida240sx »
I got enough for the kit....if my truck sells thne I have enough for the engine and misc..f not then I got to wait a month for my front clip to arrive anywayz so I will just not eat and have the money

Lol I'm trying to sell my truck (and my kouki) to finance the swap to.


180sxfaktory, check email.

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My funds are ready. You have been emailed. Good luck with everything over the next month!



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1996 300zx twin turbo -Garaged and off insurance for now
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Thanks for understanding.
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We have drifting at Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) every nite during Ramadan. Tonite, I brought Black Sunshine, the 180SX to the course. Blew a heater hose, fixed it by cancelling the line at the block and got one more run in. VG240SX will be debuting next week. Video will be taken of the runs as proof this torque machine is every bit as lethal as I've stated earlier. Salah, the real owner of the car, will be putting the car through the paces. He was busy familiarizing himself with the course in his 350Z, as I was in my 180SX. Salman, another hot local in his S14 (the only S14 in the country) 2J single T78 was just lighting them up. A phenomenal driver! It was a great release after forgoing eating and drinking and abstaining from other things all day. The drift circuit is one good benefit of Ramadan, and we're thankful to the owners of BIC (remember, I said Ramadan is also about giving back to the people and being kind and helping others) who have set this up for us to work out the demons! Remember, please send me an e-mail with your NICO handle so that I can put you on the reservation list for the VG30DETT swap kit. So far, I have three guys who are on it. A week before I release it, i will e-mail those who have written to me to confirm.

Shukran (Thank you) for your patience and kindness! Ramadan Kareem (Happy Ramadan)! Ma'asalama (see you later)!

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6-20-2005

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Quote, originally posted by 180sxfaktory »
Those of you who truly want this kit, please write to me at postmaster@180sxfaktory.com and I will knock $100 off the list price in observance of Ramadan (Ramadan also includes observance of giving people a break and helping others) !

Instead of knocking off $100 why don't you throw in free driveshafts!!!! That would help out much better!!!

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I do not have a balancer and driveshafts are more than $100.00. I have all my shafts made by Drive Shaft Shop in NC. To include a drive shaft would drive up the cost. Do you have a 240SX yet?
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I have a 300zxTT that I just did an NA to TT swap into. I also have a dead 240SX just sitting in my garage that I just aquired that I'm interested in doing the VG30DETT swap into as well. You need to list a complete swap package on your sight including everything you need for the swap minus motor and tranny. That way you could be a one stop shop. Because right now your kit is only partially complete w/o the driveshaft. Now people will have to figure out what to do about the driveshaft, but if you offered that in the package deal then your complany would trully be the only place to shop for this swap!!!!
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Well, this can all be looked at from different perspectives. I would love to be in the position of being able to be one stop for everything. I can weld together a proper length driveshaft with no problem, but getting it balanced is another issue. I do not have a balancing machine. That's why I said that a driveshaft will have to be acquired locally. I can provide the dimensions. Fo me to acquire properly balanced shafts, which I have to import, and then send them out of the country again, would drive the kit cost up beyond what I am offering it for. Also, I am trying to stay within the shipping specs of US Postal. I am not in the USA. I am in Bahrain. I am already willing to cover the $125 to ship the kit as is to lower 48 states and am knocking off $100 of the kit price. If I shoulder more of the cost then the kit is not worth selling because I have overhead and salaries to pay.

Thanks for your understanding.


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Understood. Thnx for the clarification.
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I'm one of those 3 on your list correct?
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[QUOTE=Florida240sx]I'm one of those 3 on your list correct?
hotrod6000000@yahoo.com[/QUOTE

You are now, but please send me an e-mail to postmsster@180sxfaktory.com to get on the official list.

Once I have it, that will make 4 people. Anybody else up for 300 hp?

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Plan to up the boost to get over that 300 mark
Email has been sent
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Twin Disco Potatoes would be great or twin HKS GT2530! A front mount would go a long way in cooling that airflow! My CA18DET powered 180SX with HKS GT2530, which is like half of a VG30DETT, is a powerhouse, and I can only imagine what it would be like to have upgraded turbines for the VG240SX!
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anderson SC
11-9-2005

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Quote, originally posted by 180sxfaktory »
Twin Disco Potatoes would be great or twin HKS GT2530! A front mount would go a long way in cooling that airflow! My CA18DET powered 180SX with HKS GT2530, which is like half of a VG30DETT, is a powerhouse, and I can only imagine what it would be like to have upgraded turbines for the VG240SX!


It would probably be a lot like a 300zx with upgraded turbos but with serious traction issues.


No front mount for me, I'm just going to eventualy upgrade to bigger side mounts and maintain a sleeper look , hell I'm even going to keep the the stock recirulation valves so no one will know its turbo untill they get their a$$ handed to them.

Quote, originally posted by Florida240sx »
Plan to up the boost to get over that 300 mark
Email has been sent

Me to.

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12-2-2004

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Where are people buying their VG'S from in the US?
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Give my friend Marcos at MARCOS AUTOWORKS an e-mail ojosazules@triad.rr.com. He deals with nothing but Z31 and Z32. Mention to him that Dale referred you. He buys wrecks or parts cars and parts them out.

As far as traction issues with upgraded twins- suspension tuning.

I know the twin GT2530 are good for 600 hp.

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jdm-online is Nico's newest sponsor. I've already gotten in touch with him and he has some units in stock and getting more in abotu 2-3weeks. He told me 1500 for my AT swap. so manual maybe 1600 or 1700? He has been nothing but great service so far to me. He's looking for an AT front clip for me
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Awesome thanks for the response 180sxfaktory and Florida240sx... It seems like for the cost of the subframe kit and the cost of the VG AND EVEN lets say 2K replacing misc. crap just so she purs and is reliable as a kitten.. this swap seems ridiculously awesome... As someone mentioned above, i would keep the side mounts as well... this would be the ultimate sleeper, and not to mention the ****-eating grin that would be on your face..driving..sitting, and even sleeping just knowing you had one... Im just waiting for someone on here to do it, so we can get some more feedback..isuses.. and numbers.. and more importantly some type of video. Keep up the good work 180sxfaktory, like i said before youve got me hook,line and sinker ..just waiting on the funds
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this is a very interesting swap. i would be interested in this when i go back to the states in a couple years. i have 1 question though. i may have missed it but how are you running the exhaust? i was thinking dual exhaust coming out somewhere in front of the rear tires.
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12-25-2005

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Damn, thats illin.

The Vg looks more at home in an S chassis than it does in the Z.

I was allways thinking of how bad *** that would be to do that swap. Maby ill try it in my S14..... just maby.....

Thats very inspiring.

THANK YOU




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Hi! We have a Y pipe that joins together at the catback. It runs from the downpipes to the point just before the catback into a straight piece.
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Thanx!

We're still looking for a donor S14 to do the swap on. Maybe U can donate yours

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Awesome thread



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anderson SC
11-9-2005

 « Re: VG30DETT into 1989 240SX (180sxfaktory)


1 question, will the intake piping clear pop up headlights? It looks like it will be close in the pics you posted on pg. 2 but its hard to tell.
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I got two engine sources. One is hear local so I can see the clip before receiving it, Other is Nico's sponsor.......
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12-2-2004

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As with the pics on page two as well.... I cant get over how snug up against the firewall it looks, and all the space in front of the engine... It looks like it was made to be there. Like a glove
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