Crazy conversion

[AEntreri]

Before any of you reply, PLEASE don't bite my head off for this post. After careful deliberation between buying a nice 450 bhp modded 1993 rx-7 or a 240sx with an rb engine, I think I have chosen the 240. Recently, I contacted unstable hybrids and asked them about the details of their rb26dett installation, and they responded, explaining that they would soon be coming out with a 4wd kit that would cost much less than the $5000 that the website quoted. I asked again about the kit, if it would come with the skyline's electronic torque converter (which is what makes ATTESA E-TS so awesome), and they said that it was only the mechanical version, and that I would have to locate the parts from the rest of the ATTESA system in order to have this. After looking for MANY hours, I have yet to locate any parts, and without this, the conversion isn't worth the effort for me. UH stated that most of the parts are in the trunk, and I'm pretty sure that a front clip would include the control computer. I need to know if anyone knows where I could acquire the ATTESA ET-S parts (I'm assuming that this includes sensors and wiring, and the actual torque converter/multiplate or magnetic clutch), and how much work it might take to put these in. Sadly, I'm caught in the middle when it comes to funds; about $20k, which is enough for a 240, the engine and its installation, and the rest of the 4wd (assuming the ATTESA E-TS isn't too much more), and I don't want right-hand drive, so please don't suggest to simply import a real skyline with motorex. Thanks.

[crzycav86]

If you have the money(it seems that you do), then go for it. I'd love to see a 4wd rb26dett 240... that would be killer..

[AEntreri]

I just had an idea, maybe someone could confirm whether it would work or not if no one knows where to get the skyline's ATTESA parts. The Infiniti SUVs (FX45/35 or something) have ATTESA E-TS...maybe I could get them from an infiniti dealership or something. Would they be the same, or at least similar enough to put them in the drivetrain? In fact...their clutch is magnetic, not multiplate, even faster response than the multiplate.

[prigo]

Sounds good in thought, but I hope you got like 20-30k to spend on your project car.

[AEntreri]

I just spoke with my uncle today for about 4 hours about this conversion. He's been a professional racer for nearly two decades now, and he just signed a limited contract with NASCAR, so I thought he might be an authority on this. He said that the conversion itself shouldn't cost me more than $15k, including the car, but would take several months of work. I'll try to keep everyone updated on the project as it continues, and post whatever you guys need to do the conversion yourselves.

[hadokenny]

awd rb26 240...that would be a killer

[krazy skwerel]

Indeed it would. Keep us posted. Though I would have a good oops fund for the thingd you dont plan on paying for.

[Cyberkreig]

Nicoers bite peoples heads of for stupid ideas and waste of money COSMETIC conversions.

This sounds like the kind of project we have all thought about and none of us have the coin to pull off.

Your in uncharded territory tho, cant ask us for much help, but let us know how it goes. and give us rides.

[90lkn4swp]

Sorry to be jumping in like this being my first post and all but I have thought of this same exact idea with an S-14 body but was thinking mabye the VQ35DETT.