Chassis question, s13 or s14 for rb25 swap?

[Spazz]

Hey just want to give a quick thanks to the regulars in this forum, especially john powell and xjon, ive learned alot from your postings.Okay so i want to do the rb25 swap for this fall/winter and have the engine ready for the chassis. which one will benefit more, the s13? or the s14?And anyone hear anything bad about osaka motors?thanks

[Nameless EJ6]

I've heard alot of bad stuff about Osaka on Honda-Tech. I wouldn't buy anything from them... but some people have good experiences.

I'd go with the S13. It's lighter and looks better IMO.

[JonPowell]

I heard alot of bad about Osaka also.

I love the S13 RB25.

[NISMO_RB25]

I have an RB25 in my S13, and although I do like the bodystyle more than most of the S14's (exception being 97-98) , the S14 can offer some benifits.

Wheel fitment: You can convert a S14 4 lug to 5 lug cheaper than the S13, and Wider wheels will fit. Also you can find a S14 that already has 5 lug from the factory and not have to mess with it.

Limited Slip: It is easier to find an S14 SE with a factory Limited Slip diff. Now depending on your goal, you may want to buy an aftermarket diff anyway, so this may not matter to you.

Interior: Yea I know we are all making racecars so the interior isn't important, but it is a fact that it will probably be easier to find an S14 with a good interior.

In My S13, I replaced the dash, carpet, seats and some misc interior parts.

Anyway, good luck with your project!!

[Wulfgang]

.......and looks better IMO.

True, true, but the S14 body style does grow on you. Especially the 97-98 models with the mean headlights.

[yellow_jacket]

Just watch out for OBDII emissions. Or make sure you get a 95. For the S13 this isn't a problem though.

[FAST-DATSUN]

the S14 chassis has a little more room, but both work well...Check you local /state laws on engine swapping and emissions before starting....

[Spazz]

im moving to the fine state of minnesota in the spring, and ill be taking the motor with me across the boarder. the thing is a i can get a completely rust free s13 chassis (the motors blown) the guys too busy to fix it / drive it and stored it for the past 6-7 years ! and he wants 800 for it....course its not in perfect condition , but half the funs in restoring it....

Anyways i looked it up and theres no emissions testing in mn so SWEET!!thanks guys

[tomi240sx]

no osaka no osaka no osaka did I say no osaka(we know who in here got rob by them!)