02 Spec-V Engine swap question.

Post by **LilJonRL** » Mon Jul 31, 2006 1:22 pm

First off, thanks for any help in advance. I recently aquired an 02 Spec-V with a blown engine. I am looking for a reliable replacement for the otherwise unreliable (when modded) 2.5 block. I am looking to replace the engine with one that will accept mods more readily, and will be more reliable on the street and strip. My budget is currently $6-7,000. My goal is a street drivable, 300hp+, reliable Spec-V with the least possible heavy modifications (frame, transmission, ect) Any options would be appreciated, thanks.

Post by **nametakennow** » Tue Aug 01, 2006 7:04 am

You either need a built QR - it's not the block that's unreliable, it's everything outside of it, but regardless some forged rods and pistons would do you a lot of good, get a low comp setup and a moderately sized turbo and 300whp can be had all day without a new tranny, new mounts, or any of that junk - or your second option is a VQ35 from an Altima or Maxima. I can find the link for the VQ swap info and get you in touch with the guru if you'd like.

Post by **LilJonRL** » Wed Aug 02, 2006 11:53 am

that sounds good, thanks for the help. the VQ sounds good. would i need to change mounts with that? tranny ect...

Post by **Insurgent** » Thu Aug 03, 2006 2:30 pm

I'm interested in a VQ swap, what kind of costs and difficulty am I looking at? Link to info?

Post by **nametakennow** » Thu Aug 03, 2006 4:41 pm

Emailing it to both of you.

The guy who does them lurks here on NICO, he might pop in at some point.

Post by **specvfreak** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 6:23 am

could you send that info to me? the one about the vq swap in a spec v

Post by **nametakennow** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 9:23 am

I'll see if I can dig it up again. The member goes by the name Trav4011.

Welcome to NICO!

Better yet, here's his profile. His email and site are listed there. zer...41356

Post by **SeRated** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 9:53 am

There are many guys running over 300+whp on boost with the qr now days. The vq swap is expensive unless you have connections to do it. You can also do sr20de.

Post by **VMPhil** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 10:57 am

nametakennow wrote:You either need a built QR - it's not the block that's unreliable, it's everything outside of it, but regardless some forged rods and pistons would do you a lot of good, get a low comp setup and a moderately sized turbo and 300whp can be had all day without a new tranny, new mounts, or any of that junk - or your second option is a VQ35 from an Altima or Maxima. I can find the link for the VQ swap info and get you in touch with the guru if you'd like.

of topic but Congrats on promotion to Moderator!

Post by **nametakennow** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 1:05 pm

The VQ is expensive and not at all for the casual enthusiast. I'd certainly do a boosted QR over a VQ, but it all depends on your goals.

Thanks, VMPhil. I'm happy to be able to help out the Sentra section.

Post by **nissantech06** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 4:22 pm

nametakennow wrote:The VQ is expensive and not at all for the casual enthusiast. I'd certainly do a boosted QR over a VQ, but it all depends on your goals.

It's a lot heavier, too, and I think that slamming a VQ into a Sentra would make it more worthwhile to buy a car with the VQ already in it...of course, IF you have the money, it wouldn't be too bad an idea to be different.

Post by **D3stro** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 7:41 pm

nissantech06 wrote:
It's a lot heavier, too, and I think that slamming a VQ into a Sentra would make it more worthwhile to buy a car with the VQ already in it...of course, IF you have the money, it wouldn't be too bad an idea to be different.

A VQ only weight 50 pounds more than a QR.

Post by **02SPECtacularV** » Tue Nov 27, 2007 6:30 pm

hey wats up i need a new engine for my sentra 2002 se-r spec v...can you send me the link as well?

Post by **nametakennow** » Wed Nov 28, 2007 4:20 am

Scroll up a bit and get in touch with Travis. I linked his profile in a previous post.

Post by **specvfreak** » Wed Nov 28, 2007 6:03 am

could you send me the email adress. my computers acting up. my email is [email protected]

Post by **nametakennow** » Wed Nov 28, 2007 7:53 am

Just sent you an email.

Post by **leplascencia** » Wed Jan 23, 2008 4:19 pm

hey everybody my brother in law is thinking to buy a 2005 ser but its an auto he wants to do a manual trans swap is that possible and how much would that cost? thank you for any suggestions

Post by **nametakennow** » Wed Jan 23, 2008 4:54 pm

Not really related to this thread, but yes. It's just a matter of replacing the tranny, putting in a clutch and all the related hardware. Remember that it's a cable shifter.

Post by **leplascencia** » Wed Jan 23, 2008 5:36 pm

thank you for that answer do you know how difficult that would be and how much he is looking at IS IT WORTH IT?

Post by **VMPhil** » Thu Jan 24, 2008 8:50 am

That is entirely up to you. some people dont think it is worth 5-6k to have a 300 hp v6 dropped into a front wheel drive econobox. some people would love to do it and have the money ready. it is all from your perspective.

Post by **nametakennow** » Thu Jan 24, 2008 10:28 am

This question wasn't in regards to a VQ swap.

IMO it'd be easier (and definitely cheaper) to find a manual SE-R to begin with.

Post by **leplascencia** » Thu Jan 24, 2008 7:04 pm

true thank you for the info

Post by **Lazybeef** » Sun Jan 27, 2008 10:18 am

I don't know what you are looking to spend but I recently started looking into forced air induction and a company called Treadstone makes a full turbo kit for the 2.5L for $3099. As to the reliablity of the 2.5 after it is modified you will have to ask a professional. But the dynos for that particular turbo put the engine up past 280 HP and 290 lb/ft of torque

Post by **Trav4011** » Tue Jun 03, 2008 8:51 pm

Kinda old, but, I'd like to clear up a few misconceptions..

The VQ35 swap weighs LESS than a stock QR with a turbo kit installed..

The VQ35 swap weighs approx 50-55lbs more than a stock QR powered SE-R

Price-wise.. it's a wash..

A nice turbo kit will run you roughly 3500 bucks.. Figure 1000.00 for installation and tuning.. A nice exhaust system will run you 450.00 or so.. Once the clutch goes after a month or so.. you're looking at 5-600 bucks for a clutch/flywheel.. Wideband o2 monitor, boost gauge, pod.. 400.00 or so.. Roughly 5500-6K installed and tuned? This is right in line with pricing on a turn-key VQ swap, with full bolt-on's, A/C control package, solid mounts, etc..

I'm firmly convinced that anyone that had a chance to drive a bolted VQ swapped SE-R, would buy one in a heartbeat.

Don't get me wrong.. I love turbocharged SE-R's.. I designed/built the first turbo Spec V in the country, and offered the first kit in the country.. I also hold several records, including highest WHP, first/only running destroked QR, highest stock block HP record.. But, having built/driven BOTH variants.. I absolutely prefer the VQ swapped version. Smooth, linear powerband.. 100% reliable.. and FAST. Bolted VQ Spec's run just as fast as your typical turbo SE-R. 12.90's @ 105mph is common..

It doesn't throw off handling at all.. there's no dramatic weight gain.. and everything (except for cruise control) works as it should.

Travis

Post by **nametakennow** » Wed Jun 04, 2008 5:03 am

Good info, thanks!

Travis, is there any way you could either post a thread with some specifics (kind of a short FAQ) about the VQ swap or a link to such info? I ask because we get waves of VQ swap questions from time to time and, clearly, none of the regulars here knows a whole lot.

Post by **Trav4011** » Wed Jun 04, 2008 7:50 am

There's tons of info at MSV in the engine swap section. That's pretty much my section on the forum.. and I put all of my info up on current/previous swaps and such..

Travis

Post by **nametakennow** » Wed Jun 04, 2008 8:00 am

I'll dig around over there and see, thanks.

Post by **nismo2K2** » Wed Jul 23, 2008 7:49 am

Does anybody in NY area have a VQ swapped Spec V or know where I can get one done in that area? Thanks!!

Post by **VMPhil** » Thu Jul 24, 2008 9:35 am

IIRC all the swaps done had been taken to travis and he lives down south

Post by **Sharpmaxell** » Tue Jul 29, 2008 7:53 am

you could also look into swapping a vq30 and boosting it. the vq30 takes up significantly less room than the vq35

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