i need a ca18det where can i find a reiliable one for under a grand?

[xwannabdrifterx]

i have an 89 s13 coupe and i blew my automatic ka and would like to swap a ca18 into it but im very tight on cash, so im looking for a reliable complete ca swap for under a grand. if anyone can help me out that'd be sweet.

[mmm240]

That's gonna be hard to do. Check our advertiser forum. And get back at us before you make a decision.

Welcome to NICO

[xwannabdrifterx]

why do u say it will be hard?

[mmm240]

why do u say it will be hard?

That's only gonna happen if you find someone that needs to get rid of one (not a major dealer). And even then It may be missing parts.

[xwannabdrifterx]

oh ic. idk my friend andy told me that he could get me a ca swap for 900 and i told him if u can find me a complete swap for 900 thatd b sweet but like i said i have no idea if thats a for real deal u know? im just tryin to find a reasonable swap fairly cheap and that is a direct swap

[mmm240]

check out this thread

zerothread/307883

and factor in shipping.

There is a site that sells a swap for under a grand, but it is not reccommended. Nothing but missing parts from them, cant remember who it is though, which is why I say to check back with us before you make a decision.

[mbmbmb23]

Ya, that seller in that posted thread is in VA.....have a look.

[float_6969]

Most CA setups you get for that price is going to be missing parts, and will probabaly have some sort of internal damage, most likely bad rings.

[trevr]

I got mine from the company in Albany, NY

$1300 shipped. My engine has been flawless.

http://www.japanesestarmotor.c...8_det/

[c-rad]

Not to mention, you don't just buy the motorset and drop it in. There are MANY hidden expenses that add up extremely fast. Clutch, downpipe, belts, hoses, fluids, misc nuts/bolts etc... Take the cost of the motor and get ready to spend an additional $300-500.

[bias]

You get what you pay for. Just save a little more and get a complete set-up. I got everything I needed plus extra performance parts from jhot for $1450 shipped to the door.

[Liquid_Neon]

If you need a running car... dont get into a CA swap, or u will prolly end up selling your car.

Save it for when u can afford the downtime and costs

Dont get discouraged thou, stick around for advice once u can get thigns underway.

[Kaforlife]

Hey not to take over but I was looking into geting a ca soon how come you say not to do a ca swap

[Rick Damone Jr]

oh ic. idk my friend andy told me that he could get me a ca swap for 900 and i told him if u can find me a complete swap for 900 thatd b sweet but like i said i have no idea if thats a for real deal u know? im just tryin to find a reasonable swap fairly cheap and that is a direct swap

Like everyone says, it like $900 before shipping and all that other bull****. Then you have to actually put it in the car.

[Liquid_Neon]

Hey not to take over but I was looking into geting a ca soon how come you say not to do a ca swap

You didnt read why its being discouraged. The OP needs a running car, and wants to keep it super cheap so he (or she?) can have their car back i assume. I motor swap from one type to another is not something you'd do if you need your car back quickly and cheaply.

If you have time, another car, help, friends who work for beer, and most of the money you'll need... then ANY swap can be a good idea. Want something quick and easy? turbo charge a pulsar SE like mine... they go good! jsut make sure the bearings arent on their way out