Planning to go KA-T... Need some input.

[Ramonesfreak2010]

Soooo I've been "researching" what I need to turbo a KA for a while now. I haven't asked any questions because the search function is godly. lol So what I'm going to do here is post what I think I need to turbo the KA. I have a sohc but plan to buy a dohc sometime this week or the next. I'm not going to name any brands, just the parts I need. I feel like a noob but I think I've got the basics. Feel free to pwn me or let me know if I'm missing something.

Engine:-KA24DE (duh)-S15 GT28R-Turbo Mani-Turbo elbow + downpipe-Exhaust-Intercooler w/ piping-BOV-Z32 MAF-Oil and coolant lines-Gauges-JWT ECU-Boost controller-Turbo Timer-Quest Alternator-Colder sparkplugs

Drivetrain:-Aluminum Flywheel- Stage 4 Clutch kit?

Fuel: I'm not an expert on this so if you have any input/advice then please post-Walbro 255 Fuel Pump-Wideband (AEM UEGO)-550cc injectors-Nismo FPR-Z32 fuel filter

This is what I have so far... I feel like I'm missing a few things. Not sure. lolMy goal is 275whp. I was going to buy a dohc but something happened to it. I had been talking to the guy for about a week so he felt bad and decided to give me a few things that were for his old KA project. Since he has a SR now its no use to him. They aren't high quality brands, but hey it was free! lol

This is what I received.

I kept the fuel rail and traded the other turbo parts for a dohc. When I disconnected the 3rd spark plug wire, it was covered in oil. The rest were fine. Bad gasket maybe?

Anyway, here are the pictures...



Before I put the engine in, I'm going to clean it, so don't worry. haha

Here are some parts that I bought for the swap.

Uncut engine harness

MAF

dohc cluster w/ harness

ECU

I bought some bumper grills because I don't have any. test fit: Then I realized I have nowhere to screw them in!!! =x What should I do?!?!?! lol

Pics of the car

Everything needed for the swap:[x]KA24DE[x]Engine harness[x]ECU[x]MAF[x]dohc cluster[ ]Power steering lines[ ]Power steering belt[ ]Anything else???

Please let me know if I'm missing anything for this swap to be complete.

I DON'T plan to have A/C in my car btw.

[WDRacing]

Holy pictures...

When I get a chance I'll go through and examine your parts. I have never done the E to DE swap...so some one else may have to chime in.

WD

[j-z]

the oil pan on that DE motor has been off before.... i wouldnt have traded for that POS. i hope you atleast do a leak down, and compression test before throwing that in your chassis. you can do it without the motor in the chassis. if it fails, get your parts back and trade for another motor OR what i wouldve done (if the single cam motor is in good shape) was adapt that exhaust mani to work on the single cam head. if you had done that you wouldve been half way boosted minues intercooler, piping, and fuel management. even though they were shltty parts, but hey why not?

[Ramonesfreak2010]

He told me the oil pan needed a new gasket. Of course I'm going to do what you stated. Hopefully its not in bad condition like it looks. *crosses fingers*

[Blown240sx]

While the motor is still out just pull the pan off and check the bearings. It wont take you but like an hour. If it looks scored up then might wanna get a new motor.

[driftin_sr20det]

If your not a fan of stalling, I wouldn't run the aluminum flywheel. Just get a lightened one, learned that one the hard way.

[WDRacing]

Meh, bump the rpm up a little.

[Ramonesfreak2010]

I was thinking of getting a competition clutch/flywheel kit.How do I do the compression test with the motor out? Connect the batter to the starter?

[j-z]

[480sx]

In your parts list you say t28 but you have a t3/t4 turbo.

Most of the stuff you have is made in china. All 'ebay', so those rules apply. Use header wrap on the manifold, and an oil restrictor for the turbo.

How are you getting it tuned? I would go with Enthalpy personally, his tunes are the s***.

Good luck

[j-z]

re-read his first post. youll get it

[Ramonesfreak2010]

In your parts list you say t28 but you have a t3/t4 turbo.

Most of the stuff you have is made in china. All 'ebay', so those rules apply. Use header wrap on the manifold, and an oil restrictor for the turbo.

How are you getting it tuned? I would go with Enthalpy personally, his tunes are the s***.

Good luck

I got all the t3/t4 stuff for free and I traded it for the engine since I want a T28. I look into the enthalpy tune.

[j-z]

OHHHHHHHHHHHHH when you removed the 3rd spark plug with the actual boot was covered in oil, and not the threaded end of the spark plug itself (cant think of the name right now...). if so, then yeah, the inner valve cover gasket. still do a compression test though....

[Ramonesfreak2010]

A compression test is a must. Don't worry. lol

[fiznat]

I had a JGY fuel rail like that way back when. As I remember correctly it was absolutely awful. The brackets on that thing bend easily, which makes the injectors sit just wrong, which makes fuel spray everywhere. If you can get that rail to work then that's cool, but be aware that you will most likely have a tough time with it and may end up throwing it across the garage as I did...

[koukiFC]

thats almost the same setup i had. only differance was i ran a gtir t28,248/248 cams,and a safc tune and i put down alittle over 250 on 12 lbs. with that setup and a jwt tune you should be able to make your goals no problem.

[Ramonesfreak2010]

I had a JGY fuel rail like that way back when. As I remember correctly it was absolutely awful. The brackets on that thing bend easily, which makes the injectors sit just wrong, which makes fuel spray everywhere. If you can get that rail to work then that's cool, but be aware that you will most likely have a tough time with it and may end up throwing it across the garage as I did...

Really? Do you know any good brands that make a top feed?

edit : Just found a top feed fuel rail by AEM. Any good?

thats almost the same setup i had. only differance was i ran a gtir t28,248/248 cams,and a safc tune and i put down alittle over 250 on 12 lbs. with that setup and a jwt tune you should be able to make your goals no problem.

Sick. I've been thinking of getting a T3/T4 turbo. Not sure. Another thing. External wastegates have been growing on me. lol Never was a fan of them but I kept watching videos and I think I want one.

Anyway, heres some good news. I'm employed. Now that the money will start rolling in, I'll be able to buy some parts. I really want to do a compression test on the KA but I'm going to have to get another starter since I need the KA-E to get to and from work. If the compression test is bad, time for a rebuild! Which means more power! lol

[D-UNIT]

OHHHHHHHHHHHHH when you removed the 3rd spark plug with the actual boot was covered in oil, and not the threaded end of the spark plug itself (cant think of the name right now...). if so, then yeah, the inner valve cover gasket. still do a compression test though....

are you talking about the Tube Seals.

[480sx]

Spark plug well gaskets. Inner valve cover gasket works too i guess.

[jokesterR6]

What everyone else has said is a great idea, make sure you double check all of your clearances and bearings and what not, but your parts look good from here....

[nelson8708]

The header on that engine caught my eye...custom?......or at least whats left of it.

[Ramonesfreak2010]

I think its aftermarket. He gave me some stock headers for a S13 and S14. lol They look different.

[Ramonesfreak2010]

pretty big update. =]

I'm finally working again. Now the money is going to start rolling in. Not much but enough. Today, I had someone come over and guide me to remove the engine. I learned a lot today. My dad helped too which was fun. Well anyways enough talk, moar pics!



Ah hah! Outcast!!! *Points at hood*

I would have taken pics of the bay and what not but my camera died. lol

Enjoy!

[Jgalt240sx]

I heard bad things about XS power stuff. I wouldn't use it on my car. The manifold might be fine if you weld a brace from the turbo flange to the engine flange to support the turbo and help the crappy welds from cracking.

[Ramonesfreak2010]

For the people who don't read: I traded all those cheap turbo parts for the DOHC. I don't have any of them anymore.