For those with a/c and p/s with their CA

Discuss topics related to the CA18DE and CA18DET series engines.
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frapjap
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I'm interested in starting a new project, this time I really, really want to go with the CA motorset, but I've got a few questions...

1) What side(s) are the a/c and power steering pumps on? I'm wondering so that I can pick the correct chassis 89-90(because you have to move them over to the drivers side for SR swap) or 91-93(which has the lines in the correct positions for an SR swap). I'm not sure HOW similar the CA swap is to the SR. I want to have the LEAST problems with making both functional with the least stress.

2) Is there a basic write up for this swap? I swapped a 1995 kade into my 90 with success and no write up, but I am wondering if the CA will be as straight forward...

Thanks for your time, I hope to join the ranks. : )


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You can search around for these answers...the best answer I can give you is, it's pretty similiar to a SR swap so PS lines and stuff you would want a 91-94 and AC I have no clue because I have never seen anyone have a working AC system but its on the driver side like the SR.

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Thanks for the direction. I've never had the chance to see the motorset by itself and the placement of the accessories, but thanks!

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The swap is essenstially the same as an SR swap.


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