RB26DETT in a 240sx? - Zilvia.net Forums | Nissan 240SX (Silvia) and Z (Fairlady) Car Forum

megamarine · 01-18-2010, 05:52 PM

Hey everyone, first post here. Now, while there may be plenty of research to look into, I'd like to know and ask a few things.

I recently picked up a 1997 240sx SE in manual, and love it. But, I want just a bit more power, and am aiming to stray from the KA24DE with something like the RB26DETT. Is it possible, and typically as easy as it is said and done? I'm also possibly looking into SR20's and even RB25's. Now, what will it take for me to have the RB26 fit into my engine bay and run perfectly? I mean, do I buy the engine, and work with a different trans? Or what? If it all possible, can someone, or everyone, give me a potential parts list of what I'll need?

For a new guy I'm asking a whole lot, but am just getting into 240's after losing my 2JZ-GTE SC300. Any wherever I look, I get conflicting info on trying to work with my new car. Any help would be great.

-Matt

spooled240 · 01-18-2010, 05:58 PM

oh no, this is gonna get ugly

GET DOWN!!

megamarine · 01-18-2010, 06:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spooled240

oh no, this is gonna get ugly

GET DOWN!!

Uh, what? Did I miss something?

*bikrman2* · 01-18-2010, 06:06 PM

Get ready for the big flames!!!!!!!!!!!

USE THE SEARCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Btw be prepared for much worse than this

nismo 240sx · 01-18-2010, 06:08 PM

With a lot of money Yes it can be done

jspaeth · 01-18-2010, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by megamarine

Hey everyone, first post here. Now, while there may be plenty of research to look into, I'd like to know and ask a few things.

I recently picked up a 1997 240sx SE in manual, and love it. But, I want just a bit more power, and am aiming to stray from the KA24DE with something like the RB26DETT. Is it possible, and typically as easy as it is said and done? I'm also possibly looking into SR20's and even RB25's. Now, what will it take for me to have the RB26 fit into my engine bay and run perfectly? I mean, do I buy the engine, and work with a different trans? Or what? If it all possible, can someone, or everyone, give me a potential parts list of what I'll need?

For a new guy I'm asking a whole lot, but am just getting into 240's after losing my 2JZ-GTE SC300. Any wherever I look, I get conflicting info on trying to work with my new car. Any help would be great.

-Matt

Going from a 155 hp auto transmission 240 to a potentially 600 hp+ RB26 setup is hardly a "bit more power"...

This is gonna cost you over $20,000 at least by the time it's all said and done and plenty of time and energy.

And if you want 4wd, which is totally badass, it's gonna be even worse.

Good luck, and do A LOT more research then come back with specific questions

megamarine · 01-18-2010, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jspaeth

Going from a 155 hp auto transmission 240 to a potentially 600 hp+ RB26 setup is hardly a "bit more power"...

This is gonna cost you over $20,000 at least by the time it's all said and done and plenty of time and energy.

And if you want 4wd, which is totally badass, it's gonna be even worse.

Good luck, and do A LOT more research then come back with specific questions

Hah, yeah. Guess I was a bit vague. I didn't realize how much it'd cost, now that I think about it. But the more I look into I it, I keep reading that for the 240, I'd need to put in an RB25 trans for it work with the RB26?

Now, when I go over price, it seems like it'd be ridiculous. Oh, and you made a not saying it was an auto trans? It' not, it's manual. Haha.

Thanks for the price estimate though. 'm probably gonna steer away from the RB and most likely drop an SR20 in.

nathanong87 · 01-18-2010, 06:24 PM

with money anything can be done

From Japan and back: Hajime’s RB26DETT Powered 240sx «

megamarine · 01-18-2010, 06:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nathanong87

with money anything can be done

From Japan and back: Hajime’s RB26DETT Powered 240sx «

New pants....

Are required....

jspek · 01-18-2010, 07:32 PM

with the amount of money needed, youd be better off doing a sr and having a nice set up. thats put nicely

.

Homer_Simpson · 01-18-2010, 07:37 PM

You asked a lot of questions but you sure as hell didn't search enough.

megamarine · 01-18-2010, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Homer_Simpson

You asked a lot of questions but you sure as hell didn't search enough.

Honestly, I didn't know EXACTLY what to search for. So, in turn, I got what wanted.

Just Kiddin.

bboyoracle · 01-18-2010, 07:59 PM

Its never been done before! Great post! Waiting for info.....

megamarine · 01-18-2010, 08:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bboyoracle

Its never been done before! Great post! Waiting for info.....

You know, for such a great community, and me being a first time poster here, I might have been disappointed with the amount of dickishness some of you people put out, and have left, telling others how terrible this place was. Man, I'm glad I'm not that person, and I'm glad I realized that some people here, just like in real life, are retarded.

foreverdark · 01-18-2010, 08:29 PM

a buddy of mine has a rb26dett in his 240sx. If you have alot of money to spend on it do it but your better off just doing an sr.

bboyoracle · 01-18-2010, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by megamarine

You know, for such a great community, and me being a first time poster here, I might have been disappointed with the amount of dickishness some of you people put out, and have left, telling others how terrible this place was. Man, I'm glad I'm not that person, and I'm glad I realized that some people here, just like in real life, are retarded.

At no point in your rambling did you explain how lazy you were. Especially since this information is readily available. Perhaps had you spent the time searching for information rather then putting this useless thread together you might have answered your own questions?

*allntrlundrgrnd* · 01-18-2010, 08:44 PM

Zilvia won't miss you if you decide to leave. You will not get spoonfed information here.

That said, SEARCH and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search

megamarine · 01-18-2010, 08:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by foreverdark

a buddy of mine has a rb26dett in his 240sx. If you have alot of money to spend on it do it but your better off just doing an sr.

Thanks for the heads up man. Much appreciate.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bboyoracle

At no point in your rambling did you explain how lazy you were. Especially since this information is readily available. Perhaps had you spent the time searching for information rather then putting this useless thread together you might have answered your own questions?

So much for being nice to the new guy for a few posts and helping me out. Being a dick doesn't help someone new, it drives them away. Don't be a tool.

projectRDM · 01-19-2010, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by megamarine

So much for being nice to the new guy for a few posts and helping me out. Being a dick doesn't help someone new, it drives them away. Don't be a tool.

That's our plan. Good bye.

s14_driver · 01-19-2010, 02:12 PM

OMG the king of lazy
there is plenty of material on this subject
there is even an rb faq RB FAQ
and i think that everyone is being pretty nice seeing as how this is a stupid thread
go to nico if you want nice
but if you got 10k to spend then go ahead and do the swap

djcobra · 01-19-2010, 02:32 PM

Easy guys...

Just drop in a SR motor, you'll save heaps of $ which can be put into a good ECU (AEM/HKS V-Pro) and along with some other goodies, Turbo, Cams, and so on. It's also easier to work on, RB's in a 240sx can be a little tight... Each to their own...

Steve.

Cscat87 · 01-19-2010, 11:50 PM

Its sweet, and will make for one helluva ride, but cost to power, its not worth it. If you were a 2jz guy, it would be easier to put one of them in, and you will have similar power levels. Good luck.

*Hxc_Nismo* · 01-20-2010, 07:02 PM

its not cheap but ill tell you it is well worth every penny IMO.

R33E8 · 01-20-2010, 08:11 PM

do it if you can, it will look and sound AMAZING. If not, just build the ka.. I'm going to be pushing over 500whp with less money than I would have spent swapping in a sr20 and getting that to 500whp..

Lozer · 01-21-2010, 12:05 AM

Do it and don't look back i love my rb and would never put another 4 banger in there if you paid me.

R33E8 · 01-21-2010, 12:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lozer

Do it and don't look back i love my rb and would never put another 4 banger in there if you paid me.

Seriously.. my next engine will be a 2jz + a nice compound turbo setup..

I forgot to mention about the 2jz. If you can't afford the rb26, a 2jz is also another great choice.. Stronger engine and more displacement than the rb26.. Parts are also much cheaper and easier to get.. I think it might also be easier to swap in..

*fliprayzin240sx* · 01-21-2010, 05:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by megamarine

You know, for such a great community, and me being a first time poster here, I might have been disappointed with the amount of dickishness some of you people put out, and have left, telling others how terrible this place was. Man, I'm glad I'm not that person, and I'm glad I realized that some people here, just like in real life, are retarded.

Wow...that comment right already made you sound like a troll. You a NICO Troll?!?! What you said is basically what happens to every Noob in NICO. They go on there crying about Zilvia to make them feel welcome...

rubhamusan · 01-21-2010, 09:06 AM

It's not hard at all.
Need oil pan from 20/25 or mod the 26 one.
25 tranny clutch and flywheel
mount kit
drive shaft
The rest is normal swap stuff.
It can be tricky sliping it in.
Also if it's lhd mod o2 housings.
I'm doing one rite now.
Well me and krappy.
wiring is easy just a few hrs to do it.
1 or 2j is harder to do.
you can make about 400 on stock everything just need pfc and boost controller.

Here is the latest one in a s chasis and it's not a 13 or 14.

baby jesus · 01-26-2010, 11:10 AM

your best bet is either rb20det or an sr... preferably i'd go with sr... but idrift

secondtonone317 · 01-26-2010, 11:25 AM

you might have to make it RWD as well

01-18-2010, 05:52 PM	#1
megamarine Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NorCal Posts: 8 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	RB26DETT in a 240sx? Hey everyone, first post here. Now, while there may be plenty of research to look into, I'd like to know and ask a few things. I recently picked up a 1997 240sx SE in manual, and love it. But, I want just a bit more power, and am aiming to stray from the KA24DE with something like the RB26DETT. Is it possible, and typically as easy as it is said and done? I'm also possibly looking into SR20's and even RB25's. Now, what will it take for me to have the RB26 fit into my engine bay and run perfectly? I mean, do I buy the engine, and work with a different trans? Or what? If it all possible, can someone, or everyone, give me a potential parts list of what I'll need? For a new guy I'm asking a whole lot, but am just getting into 240's after losing my 2JZ-GTE SC300. Any wherever I look, I get conflicting info on trying to work with my new car. Any help would be great. -Matt

01-18-2010, 05:58 PM	#2
spooled240 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: SoCal Age: 21 Posts: 1,111 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	oh no, this is gonna get ugly GET DOWN!! __________________ STUFF FOR SALE

01-18-2010, 06:24 PM	#8
nathanong87 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: maryland Age: 22 Posts: 1,521 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	with money anything can be done From Japan and back: Hajime’s RB26DETT Powered 240sx « __________________ WTB: S14 Driver Side Rear Caliper (or both...)!!!! HELP ME!!!

01-18-2010, 07:32 PM	#10
jspek Leaky Injector Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: philly Age: 26 Posts: 94 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	with the amount of money needed, youd be better off doing a sr and having a nice set up. thats put nicely . __________________ 90 Coupe- SR20DET- sold 89 Coupe- KA-T - sold 89 Coupe- SR20DE -my love

01-18-2010, 07:37 PM	#11
Homer_Simpson Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: BFE Posts: 534 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	You asked a lot of questions but you sure as hell didn't search enough. __________________

01-18-2010, 06:06 PM	#4
bikrman2 Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Albany NY Age: 27 Posts: 64 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Get ready for the big flames!!!!!!!!!!! USE THE SEARCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Btw be prepared for much worse than this

01-18-2010, 06:08 PM	#5
nismo 240sx Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: pomona Posts: 436 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	With a lot of money Yes it can be done

01-18-2010, 07:59 PM	#13
bboyoracle Zilvia Addict Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Northern VA Age: 26 Posts: 964 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Its never been done before! Great post! Waiting for info.....

01-18-2010, 08:29 PM	#15
foreverdark Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Torrance,CA Age: 25 Posts: 1,801 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	a buddy of mine has a rb26dett in his 240sx. If you have alot of money to spend on it do it but your better off just doing an sr. __________________ SLIDEASSASSINS.COM

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01-18-2010, 08:44 PM	#17
allntrlundrgrnd Who the shit is Kingsly Zissou Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: MARYLAND BROH Posts: 2,162 Trader Rating: (12) Rides Gallery: allntrlundrgrnd Feedback Score: 12 reviews	Zilvia won't miss you if you decide to leave. You will not get spoonfed information here. That said, SEARCH and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search and search __________________ Buy Something From Me?

01-19-2010, 02:12 PM	#20
s14_driver Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: riverside Age: 21 Posts: 442 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	OMG the king of lazy there is plenty of material on this subject there is even an rb faq RB FAQ and i think that everyone is being pretty nice seeing as how this is a stupid thread go to nico if you want nice but if you got 10k to spend then go ahead and do the swap __________________

01-19-2010, 02:32 PM	#21
djcobra Zilvia Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Calgary Age: 31 Posts: 272 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Easy guys... Just drop in a SR motor, you'll save heaps of $ which can be put into a good ECU (AEM/HKS V-Pro) and along with some other goodies, Turbo, Cams, and so on. It's also easier to work on, RB's in a 240sx can be a little tight... Each to their own... Steve. __________________ S14 326 whp, 311 tq @ 15 psi HKS F-CON V-PRO

01-19-2010, 11:50 PM	#22
Cscat87 Leaky Injector Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Williamsport, PA Posts: 78 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Its sweet, and will make for one helluva ride, but cost to power, its not worth it. If you were a 2jz guy, it would be easier to put one of them in, and you will have similar power levels. Good luck.

01-20-2010, 07:02 PM	#23
Hxc_Nismo Premium Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: SoCal Age: 26 Posts: 150 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	its not cheap but ill tell you it is well worth every penny IMO.

01-20-2010, 08:11 PM	#24
R33E8 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NJ Age: 20 Posts: 323 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	do it if you can, it will look and sound AMAZING. If not, just build the ka.. I'm going to be pushing over 500whp with less money than I would have spent swapping in a sr20 and getting that to 500whp.. Last edited by R33E8; 01-20-2010 at 09:52 PM..

01-21-2010, 12:05 AM	#25
Lozer Leaky Injector Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Nor cal Posts: 142 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Do it and don't look back i love my rb and would never put another 4 banger in there if you paid me.

01-21-2010, 09:06 AM	#28
rubhamusan Leaky Injector Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: atlanta Age: 38 Posts: 102 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	It's not hard at all. Need oil pan from 20/25 or mod the 26 one. 25 tranny clutch and flywheel mount kit drive shaft The rest is normal swap stuff. It can be tricky sliping it in. Also if it's lhd mod o2 housings. I'm doing one rite now. Well me and krappy. wiring is easy just a few hrs to do it. 1 or 2j is harder to do. you can make about 400 on stock everything just need pfc and boost controller. Here is the latest one in a s chasis and it's not a 13 or 14.

01-26-2010, 11:10 AM	#29
baby jesus Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: eastern shore Posts: 6 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	your best bet is either rb20det or an sr... preferably i'd go with sr... but idrift

01-26-2010, 11:25 AM	#30
secondtonone317 Zilvia Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: woodhaven Queens, NY Age: 24 Posts: 273 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	you might have to make it RWD as well

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