Project V8 s12 can it be done?

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V8s12
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Car: 1987 Nissan 200sx

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Can a small block chev V8 fit in a 1987 200sx (s12)? Stay tuned and find out! Please tell me how it can't be done so I get more motivation :crazy:


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PapaSmurf2k3
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Where there's a will, there's a way.

I once had a theory that a small block chevy has, at some point, been in every major vehicle ever made.

streetmekanik
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Car: Nissan S14 200sx (Euro)

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Hi, yes I believe so, as the S12 came with the CA18ET, the forerunner of the CA18DET. Logically the engine transmission layout would work since, there a small block kits for the S13.

If you run a standalone ECU, and a full kit the job would be a bolt on affair, but not a simple one as there will be differences.

If you are wanting to do this for a small amount of money and use a donor car, it would be alot harder, but not impossible.

V8s12
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Joined: Wed Jun 29, 2016 1:42 am
Car: 1987 Nissan 200sx

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Parts list:
Rear diff From 300zx
Driveshaft that I'll shorten myself
700r4 trans
Custom made trans crossmember and engine mounts by me
79 sbc 350
Mishimoto rad, fans, shroud from a skyline
Custom mount trans and engine oil coolers
Custom hole thru hood to clear air cleaner
And some mods to steering and wiring....

I've been planning this for awhile and have started already so I'll have pics tomorrow of what's done so far


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