So pretty much I ran across this 1990 Kingcab 4x4 today for 850, good condition, no undercarriage rust, left front fender was bashed in near the door and the drivers door lock doesn't match the key the guy ran into a fence post while offroading apparently, anyways, I have been a fan of drifting and have been keeping trakc of the D1 and the Formula D since I was 14 (about 3 years so far), and wanted a good platfrom but unfortunately the only 240sx I found in this state was not worth what they were asking for (window off the rail, engine runs to rich, probably O2 sensor problem, heavy rust on the frame rails, bad clutch, brakes leak, powersttering leaks..) which was fo 1500.
Anyways how much work would it take to turn a turck into autoX or drift capable machine? I just thought it would stand out.
Kingcab into a drift or autoX truck?
Re: Kingcab into a drift or autoX truck? (Tarnag40k)
1990 kingcab 4x4 into an autoX truck or drift truck?
that makes almost zero sense.
you'd have to convert it to 2wd or awd and probably replace the entire suspension with upgraded parts (if they are even available -- if not, you'd have to fabricate everything or at least mounts for something else to get in there), same thing with brakes. i guess it'd be okay in the engine department if you have a KA in there, you could just make it a KA-T and have plenty of power.
personally, i think it'd be cheaper and less time consuming to start with a platform that has more aftermarket support for what you are trying to build. now, if you wanted to build a solid on/off road pickup, go for it and put a lift on that 4x4.
that makes almost zero sense.
you'd have to convert it to 2wd or awd and probably replace the entire suspension with upgraded parts (if they are even available -- if not, you'd have to fabricate everything or at least mounts for something else to get in there), same thing with brakes. i guess it'd be okay in the engine department if you have a KA in there, you could just make it a KA-T and have plenty of power.
personally, i think it'd be cheaper and less time consuming to start with a platform that has more aftermarket support for what you are trying to build. now, if you wanted to build a solid on/off road pickup, go for it and put a lift on that 4x4.
Re: Kingcab into a drift or autoX truck? (hsckris)
A 2wd makes a better candidate for your drift idea.
But for AutoCross, the 4x4 might work well. Do you have any details on the restrictions and vehicle classifications that are allowed? This sounds like an interesting project.
But for AutoCross, the 4x4 might work well. Do you have any details on the restrictions and vehicle classifications that are allowed? This sounds like an interesting project.
Re: Kingcab into a drift or autoX truck? (Big-Bird)
Trying to find some places in new england so i can bring up the stats, anyways the engine in the truck is a 3.0l v6, looks like it could be the same engine in the 80's 300zx, could it actually be a VG30E?
Anyways if anyone finds anything could they tell me? the truck was already bought because i figured I could use it for hauling part in the new future.
Anyways if anyone finds anything could they tell me? the truck was already bought because i figured I could use it for hauling part in the new future.
Re: Kingcab into a drift or autoX truck? (Tarnag40k)
Check your email. The emailed version has detailed links that you can click.
VG30iThe VG30i is a 3 L (2960 cc) engine produced from 1986 through 1989 and featured a throttle body fuel injection system. It has a long crank snout, a cylinder head temperature sensor positioned behind the timing belt cover, and a knock sensor in the cylinder valley.
Applications:
1986-1989 Hardbody Truck 1986-1989 Nissan Pathfinder
VG30EThe 3.0 L (2960 cc) VG30E produced 153 hp and 182 ft.lbf. Bore is 3.43 in (87 mm) and stroke is 3.27 in (83 mm). In 300ZX form, it produced 160hp and 174lb-ft. 1988 saw the 300ZX gain 5 more horses for a total of 165; however, torque ratings remained the same. In 1989, the Maxima received the 160hp rating, but also used a variable intake plenum that let it make 182lb-ft@3200rpm. Strangely, the 300ZX never received the variable intake plenum.
It was used in the following vehicles:
1984–1989 Nissan 300ZX/Nissan Fairlady Z 1987–1988 Nissan 200SX SE 1984–1994 Nissan Maxima 1990–1991 Infiniti M30/Nissan Leopard 1990–1996 Hardbody Truck 1990–1995 Nissan Pathfinder/Nissan Terrano 1992–1999 Nissan Gloria/Nissan Cedric (179 hp) 1992–1995 Nissan Quest/Mercury Villager (modified to become a non-interference design)
VG30ETThe 3.0 L (2960 cc) VG30ET was available in early production with a single Garrett T3 turbocharger and a 7.8:1 compression ratio. The USDM version produced 200 hp and 227 ft.lbf. In 1988 it changed to a single Garrett T25 turbocharger and an 8.3:1 compression ratio to reduce turbo lag, and was bumped to 205 hp and 227 ft.lbf. No VG30ET was ever factory equipped with an intercooler as they featured low boost pressure for fast response.
It was used in the following vehicles:
1984–1989 Nissan 300ZX Turbo 1984–1986 Nissan Fairlady Z Nissan Leopard Nissan Gloria/Nissan Cedric
VG30DEThe 3.0 L (2960 cc) VG30DE produces 222 hp and 198 ft.lbf. Bore is 3.43 in (87 mm) and stroke is 3.27 in (83 mm).
It is used in the following vehicles:
1990–1996 Nissan 300ZX 1987–1999 Nissan Fairlady Z 1988 Nissan 200zx (similar chassis to the 300zx, different panels 1993–1998 Infiniti J30 and Nissan Leopard J. Ferie 1992–1995 Nissan Gloria and Cedric 1989–1991 Nissan Cima
VG30DETThe VG30DET is the same as the VG30DE, but with a single ceramic turbo. It produces 255 hp. It was used in the Nissan Leopard (F31)
As well as the Nissan Cima, Gloria, Cedric (y31).
VG30DETTThe 3.0 L (2960 cc) VG30DETT produces 280 hp and 283 ft.lbf when mated with a 4 speed automatic transmission. When used with a 5spd manual transmission, it was rated at 300hp and 283tq. It featured twin T25 turbochargers, twin intercoolers and variable valve timing.
It is used in the following vehicles:
1990–1996 Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo 1990–1999 Nissan Fairlady Z Twin Turbo
VG33EThe VG33E is a 3.3 L (3275 cc) version built in Smyrna, TN. Bore is 91.5 mm and stroke is 83 mm. Output is 180 hp (134 kW) at 4800 RPM with 202 ft.lbf (274 Nm) of torque at 2800 RPM. It has a cast iron engine block and aluminum SOHC cylinder heads. It uses SFI fuel injection, has 2 valves per cylinder with roller followers and features forged steel connecting rods, a one-piece cast camshaft, and a cast aluminum intake manifold.
It is used in the following vehicles:
1996–1999 Nissan Pathfinder 2000–2004 Nissan Frontier 2000–2004 Nissan Xterra 1998–2004 Nissan Elgrand 1999–2002 Nissan Quest/Mercury Villager
VG33ERThe 3.3 L (3275 cc) VG33ER or VG33S is supercharged and produces 210 hp (157 kW) at 4800 RPM with 246 ft.lbf (334 Nm) of torque at 2800 RPM.
It is used in the following vehicles:
2001–2004 Nissan Frontier SC 2001–2004 Nissan Xterra SC
NOTE: The 4.0L was left out of this list.
VG30iThe VG30i is a 3 L (2960 cc) engine produced from 1986 through 1989 and featured a throttle body fuel injection system. It has a long crank snout, a cylinder head temperature sensor positioned behind the timing belt cover, and a knock sensor in the cylinder valley.
Applications:
1986-1989 Hardbody Truck 1986-1989 Nissan Pathfinder
VG30EThe 3.0 L (2960 cc) VG30E produced 153 hp and 182 ft.lbf. Bore is 3.43 in (87 mm) and stroke is 3.27 in (83 mm). In 300ZX form, it produced 160hp and 174lb-ft. 1988 saw the 300ZX gain 5 more horses for a total of 165; however, torque ratings remained the same. In 1989, the Maxima received the 160hp rating, but also used a variable intake plenum that let it make 182lb-ft@3200rpm. Strangely, the 300ZX never received the variable intake plenum.
It was used in the following vehicles:
1984–1989 Nissan 300ZX/Nissan Fairlady Z 1987–1988 Nissan 200SX SE 1984–1994 Nissan Maxima 1990–1991 Infiniti M30/Nissan Leopard 1990–1996 Hardbody Truck 1990–1995 Nissan Pathfinder/Nissan Terrano 1992–1999 Nissan Gloria/Nissan Cedric (179 hp) 1992–1995 Nissan Quest/Mercury Villager (modified to become a non-interference design)
VG30ETThe 3.0 L (2960 cc) VG30ET was available in early production with a single Garrett T3 turbocharger and a 7.8:1 compression ratio. The USDM version produced 200 hp and 227 ft.lbf. In 1988 it changed to a single Garrett T25 turbocharger and an 8.3:1 compression ratio to reduce turbo lag, and was bumped to 205 hp and 227 ft.lbf. No VG30ET was ever factory equipped with an intercooler as they featured low boost pressure for fast response.
It was used in the following vehicles:
1984–1989 Nissan 300ZX Turbo 1984–1986 Nissan Fairlady Z Nissan Leopard Nissan Gloria/Nissan Cedric
VG30DEThe 3.0 L (2960 cc) VG30DE produces 222 hp and 198 ft.lbf. Bore is 3.43 in (87 mm) and stroke is 3.27 in (83 mm).
It is used in the following vehicles:
1990–1996 Nissan 300ZX 1987–1999 Nissan Fairlady Z 1988 Nissan 200zx (similar chassis to the 300zx, different panels 1993–1998 Infiniti J30 and Nissan Leopard J. Ferie 1992–1995 Nissan Gloria and Cedric 1989–1991 Nissan Cima
VG30DETThe VG30DET is the same as the VG30DE, but with a single ceramic turbo. It produces 255 hp. It was used in the Nissan Leopard (F31)
As well as the Nissan Cima, Gloria, Cedric (y31).
VG30DETTThe 3.0 L (2960 cc) VG30DETT produces 280 hp and 283 ft.lbf when mated with a 4 speed automatic transmission. When used with a 5spd manual transmission, it was rated at 300hp and 283tq. It featured twin T25 turbochargers, twin intercoolers and variable valve timing.
It is used in the following vehicles:
1990–1996 Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo 1990–1999 Nissan Fairlady Z Twin Turbo
VG33EThe VG33E is a 3.3 L (3275 cc) version built in Smyrna, TN. Bore is 91.5 mm and stroke is 83 mm. Output is 180 hp (134 kW) at 4800 RPM with 202 ft.lbf (274 Nm) of torque at 2800 RPM. It has a cast iron engine block and aluminum SOHC cylinder heads. It uses SFI fuel injection, has 2 valves per cylinder with roller followers and features forged steel connecting rods, a one-piece cast camshaft, and a cast aluminum intake manifold.
It is used in the following vehicles:
1996–1999 Nissan Pathfinder 2000–2004 Nissan Frontier 2000–2004 Nissan Xterra 1998–2004 Nissan Elgrand 1999–2002 Nissan Quest/Mercury Villager
VG33ERThe 3.3 L (3275 cc) VG33ER or VG33S is supercharged and produces 210 hp (157 kW) at 4800 RPM with 246 ft.lbf (334 Nm) of torque at 2800 RPM.
It is used in the following vehicles:
2001–2004 Nissan Frontier SC 2001–2004 Nissan Xterra SC
NOTE: The 4.0L was left out of this list.