A newcomer's Guide to 240sx Conversions

[Black on Gold]

Im going to call alright

to ***** you out for not ****ing reading this thread damnit

[x240xdrifter]

I can't believe no one mentioned this one.....

its the ever so popular, x-wing conversion!!!!

[antidentite]

I wonder what all went into getting the r33 headlights in the zenki. Looks like they would almost drop in, maybe minor fender/hood trimming?

[PantherRacer]

Could a mod PLEASE kindly remove the useless posts? this is a stickied thread now afterall.

[Black on Gold]

Could a mod PLEASE kindly remove the useless posts? this is a stickied thread now afterall.

[ehime]

Anyone seen any S13 / R33's? Everytime I try to image one up I see that damned S13.4b inmy head.

And the BIG ??? anyone have any info on theZ80/240SX Conversion? Maybe it's just me, butthat car has hotness written all over it.

Modified by ehime at 9:28 PM 6/6/2006
Modified by ehime at 11:59 PM 6/6/2006

[ehime]

Sorry to double post but.....

As to the S13/Z80. I found out a "little" info on it but not much fromchasing info around the net. It was a facelift by a Japanese companycalled S'CRE who is apparently now defunct (rip). From what I have read about it also, and to answer those wanting to do this conversion, it's NOT a straight bolt on. All the bolt points have to be custom fabricated.You'll most likely be unable to use most of the actual ZCars parts. A close look at the hood and you can see that the skin was removed froma S30 and grafted onto the S13 hood. The bumper you can tell is anaftermarket S13 dam (if anyone can identify it plz share!) that wasmost likely trimmed to fit also.

Still Searching for more info on this conversion, if anyone knows anything.SPILL IT!


Modified by ehime at 11:57 PM 6/6/2006

[starkos14]

(antidentite)

I wonder what all went into getting the r33 headlights in the zenki. Looks like they would almost drop in, maybe minor fender/hood trimming?

search and read my write up. working on one right now(95) and its a biatch and a half. plus this is my second time doing it

[1motive]

I have been reading you guys post and ya'll got plenty of info. That 89 s14.3 green/silver is my exact model as far as I can tell without the conversion kit. I love that look and that's what I am aiming for for now.. I am learning as I read and I want my 240sx damn near just like that one. Maybe I'll change the color.. Hell where do you start?

[afracer]

The 240Z front end conversion is NOT a grafting job...it is a complete kit made and sold by a company in Japan. I'd have to check out my magazines at home to find out the name of the company, but someone mentioned one above already. It is a nice, but very expensive kit and replaces the whole 180SX front end; fenders, hood, bumper, light buckets, etc. I can't remember the exact cost, but it was above $3000....either $3000 or $5000 is sticking in my head right now too, but either way, pricey. I kinda like it's uniqueness, but it doesn't quite flow right to me...I'd rather have one or the other but not both IMO.

There's a lot of time and money in all of these converted cars but I would never do it unless it was dirt cheap or free. The lines of each model S chassis are pretty enough to leave them alone and just dress them up. I also don't like the idea of fiberglass taking the place of metal in a daily driver, but to each his own I guess. Great jobs on (most of) these cars though!

[1motive]

I may have found the fenders already. They appear to be right ones. Check these out. Are these correct?zerothread?id=178119

[1motive]

I may have found the fenders already. They appear to be right ones. Check these out. Are these correct?zerothread?id=178119

I plan to street for only a short while. Mainly for looks with my riding club Eventually it'll go to Test and Tune Thursdays at the Memphis Motorsports Park.

[Kiba Stryker]

how bout the tailend of things. cause im thinking of buying a s14 but want the front and rear conversion for s15. possible? expensive if so im guessing. just curious

[Black on Gold]

That would be a hella lot of fab work. Get ahold of starkos14. He put in R33 Tails in a S14. He might be able to help you with a figure of give you some tips.

[Yurikaze]

I have been reading you guys post and ya'll got plenty of info. That 89 s14.3 green/silver is my exact model as far as I can tell without the conversion kit. I love that look and that's what I am aiming for for now.. I am learning as I read and I want my 240sx damn near just like that one. Maybe I'll change the color.. Hell where do you start?

The fenders you found are actually just S13 Silvia conversion fenders and will not work for a S13.4 conversion.To do the conversion, you will need the following:S14 hoodS14 front bumperS14 HeadlightsS14 corner lightsS14 bumper signalsS14 hood hingesS13.4 conversion fendersCustom fabricated brackets for the lights and bumper (no bumper support)Be forewarned that many of the components are expensive. The lights alone cost over $600

Finding the conversion fenders will be tricky. The ones on the silver/green car are Bmagic pre-production prototypes, and not on the market yet. I hear race-on usa makes some, but the quality is poor enough to render them unusable.

[starkos14]

That would be a hella lot of fab work. Get ahold of starkos14. He put in R33 Tails in a S14. He might be able to help you with a figure of give you some tips.

my only tip is to make sure you have another car to drive for 6 months. rebuilding a trunk sucks like.... well it just sucks. but good luck!

[BLKTOPS14SR]

A company in Australia sold the Z front conversion. They wanted like $8,000.00 Aus $$$. http://www.garage-13.com/exterior.htmlThis place use to sell the conversion. They do sell the 15.3. (Masa conversion)Plus a few other goodies.

[dickie]

Bigger pic of the OGs13



A31 Cefiro Tails on an s13

these are toyota mkII tails not a31 tails btw.

[Black on Gold]

Since Greg made the first post i had a Intro to Conversion's i think i should make a Experienced Conversion Thread. What ya guy's think?

[LiteraryCannon]

I think the 180sx kouki / type x conversion is worth mentioning. It requires:

180sx kouki front bumper180sx position lights180sx signal lamps180sx fender caps180sx bumper retainers



And contrary to popular belief, you do NOT need a jdm bumper support. The usdm bumper support will work just fine so long as it is straight.

[afracer]

I think the 180sx kouki / type x conversion is worth mentioning. It requires:

180sx kouki front bumper180sx position lights180sx signal lamps180sx fender caps180sx bumper retainers



And contrary to popular belief, you do NOT need a jdm bumper support. The usdm bumper support will work just fine so long as it is straight.

I'm doing the Kouki front end this week...I'll let you know what all else you need or more like what problems you'll encounter with this front end which is the best IMO. If you buy the position lights from Nissan, they don't come with the bulb holders and wires, so I recommend a visit to your local junkyard to scavenge off another newer Nissan...it uses the small sidemarker style bulbs/sockets. The turn signals are still on their way and are supposed to come with bulbs/sockets but some additional connectors or wires may be needed. You'll also need to swipe a hamburger (Nissan emblem) off of any other Nissan or order a new one as there is a indention on the Kouki front bumper for it (you could fill it in if you really wanted to). Pics will be out next week!

[Sylvian]

Hey all, I'm new to this board, and would say I'm new to Nissan's period. (had a 99 Integra type R...I'm sure you really dont care) However, I'm starting to build up an 97 S14 as we speak. It should be a nice little one when it's finished. I'm converting front end to an s15 (either Origin or INGS bodykit) and as for the rear...well I'm going to try and do it....get the S15 rear lights and place them on. I dont think it's been done by too many, so I'm hoping to get it somewhat right. I'd like to ask your opinion however, I'm getting the s15 rear overfenders to put on the rear so the lights only problem of contact would be the trunklid it would seem, as well as maybe a piece towards the center that may need to be cut to get the fit to work. Am I missing anything that would need fabrication for this???

[Black on Gold]

Save the trouble,time and money and just buy an S15

[Sylvian]

I've already checked into that and I could get one for 27,000. I dont know, am I missing something? Could the fabrication be that hard in order to fit those lights. I'm asking in all honesty and I'd really love good feedback if you have it. Tell me if I'm on the right track in order to make this happen. S15 tails, and instead of ordering s14 overfenders, get a pair of s15 overfenders so at least I have a start for the fitting process. Probably fab the trunk lid in order to allow for closure. And an S15 rear bumper in order for the bottom fitting of the tails. Am I missing anything out of this plan that would make my idea seem far fetched???
Modified by Sylvian at 6:19 PM 6/24/2006

[Black on Gold]

I think its a cool and different idea. I love S15 tails. If you know what your doing it shouldnt sound to far'fetched.

[Sylvian]

I appreciate that ClubSX. I know I'm new, I know I'm probably looked at as being a FNF3 person of somesort. I honestly just want to do something that's rare. If there's anything you can think of, that I need to worry about facing on this conversion, please let me know. All advice is accepted

[Stoggs]

I was wondering if yall know how much these conversions usually cost, especially the s14.5 and Zenki -> Kouki.

[Black on Gold]

Done the right way the S14.5 will put ya down about $4000

[Stoggs]

$4000 for the exterior only (not the engine)? Wow, thats as much as the car...

[starkos14]

for all the newbs asking me about the skyline front end conversion, try using the search button..... i have this helpful mini writeup archived on here.... soon another with pics...

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Modified by starkos14 at 11:11 AM 6/30/2006