Seeking SR20/CA18DET knowlege in Colorado Spring's area!

[Damper-Kid]

Alright, so I am finally about ready to take the plunge, but still unsure on the exact amount of money I want to spend. I have been reading until my eyes bleed on both swaps (SR20 and CA18DET). I have the funds to do either swap but am leaning toward the CA18DET not just because of the price but also because it's not seen nearly as often.

Place that I am planning on buying the swap from is http://www.osakajdmmotors.com/ I just sent them an email asking for a shipping quote, I have heard good things about them but the shipping price is going to be the big go or no go.

I also e-mailed MAC Autosport asking about SR20 prices and I thought they were pretty spendy compared to what I have seen. I did ask about the CA18DET but they said it was a dead end motor with no where near the support compared to the SR20 (which is true). So, as far as I could tell from the e-mail, they wouldn't ship a CA18DET at all.

Next, I have an excellent place to work on this swap. There is a shop here on Ft. Carson that I have used before. They rent out shop space (lifts, paint booth's) and pretty much any tool you can imagine/need. They usually rent out the space with an hourly rate but I did hear someone mention something about a cheaper rate for cars with more time consuming projects. Actually, last time I was there I saw a black s13 hatchback with an SR sitting next to it, but the owner was no where to be found.

So I have the funds, tools/space to do the swap but I am working on the knowledge aspect. My mechanical experience is decent, I have swapped out a few B and D series engines into honda's but I am way to new in dealing with Nissan and boosted vehicles (my first swap was with my old CRX). My buddy who will be helping with the swap is a DSM nut so this should help with my turbo questions/problems. My main area of concern here is the wiring, still trying to grasp the concept on what need's to be done and having a helping hand here would be great. So if anyone feel's generous enough to give me suggestions on what to do it would be much appreciated. I am pretty new to the area and have only seen a handful of 240's here, where is everyone at?

Also, am I ignorant for leaning towards the CA18DET? For the price it doesnt seem like it can be beat, and would be a huge learning experience for me without haveing to spend a huge amount of cash. Plus, I like that fact that it isnt seen nearly as much as the SR, and from what I have researched it is very reliable and a little rev happy

If anyone can give me some insight, help a fellow 240'er in need, TIA


Modified by Damper-Kid at 10:32 PM 4/12/2007

[350z_drifter]

i live in the springs,i was station at fort carson 1st-8th infantry bravo company ...my brother and i have sr20det in of 95 and 96 240sx what help do you need exactly ...if you want send me your name and number i'll give you a call

[TurboFortysx]

I just pulled my CA18 set up out of my car. I am selling it right now. come check out the add and pictures on codrift.org under parts section.

[AZhitman]

OsakaJDM? Bleh.

Look up Bwana, he's a CA18 wiz, lives in Loveland.

[piccilo2]

First off, good luck with your project

Second, are you stationed at ft carson and if so, what unit? Also you must tell me about this shop that you can rent out. Cause when i get back from iraq, ill have stuff to do with my 240.