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wanted240 · 09-01-2009, 09:56 PM

is it worth putting a CA into a 240?, just wondering what people think

brewster240 · 09-01-2009, 09:57 PM

if you have lots of free time to waste mixed with low income.

SleepR 240sx · 09-01-2009, 10:00 PM

Honestly, search first next time. But because I'm in a good mood.

CA is basically an RB with two less cylinders, so it's not a bad motor.

However. Least aftermarket support for common 240 swaps. Underrated power. Older than most SR/RB swaps.

Honestly no real point in my book. Unless your really strapped for cash, in which case you probably shouldn't be doing a motor swap in the first place.

Oh and this thread will be locked.

wanted240 · 09-01-2009, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by brewster240

if you have lots of free time to waste mixed with low income.

i am just wondering about the CA in general, just if i was to have one how much for boost and what not

SleepR 240sx · 09-01-2009, 10:07 PM

It has weaker internals than SR's and RB's. The t25 on CA's is slightly smaller and thus is not very efficient over stock boost.

brewster240 · 09-01-2009, 10:08 PM

i have before, i probably wouldnt ever again.

save the extra 3-400 and get sr. or keep saving and get s14 sr.

*DALAZ_68* · 09-01-2009, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by SleepR 240sx

CA is basically an RB with two less cylinders, so it's not a bad motor.

why do people keep sayin this bull

go to fucking nico...u wont get much support here on CA's but fucking read first for fucks sake

brewster240 · 09-01-2009, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by SleepR 240sx

It has weaker internals than SR's and RB's.

how do you figure?

brewster240 · 09-01-2009, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by DALAZ_68

why do people keep sayin this bull

go to fucking nico...u wont get much support here on CA's but fucking read first for fucks sake

dude, it is. its inline, it has pistons, camshafts, come on, you dont see it?

*ManoNegra* · 09-01-2009, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by brewster240

dude, it is. its inline, it has pistons, camshafts, come on, you dont see it?

So does my KA but I wouldn't compare it to an RB...

lflkajfj12123 · 09-01-2009, 11:31 PM

ca18 s13s came with 4.3 final drives cuz the motor sucked

Fries · 09-01-2009, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by brewster240

dude, it is. its inline, it has pistons, camshafts, come on, you dont see it?

HAHAHAHAHA I see what you did there.
Sarcasm win.
HAHAHA.
I love this guy.

*DALAZ_68* · 09-02-2009, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by brewster240

dude, it is. its inline, it has pistons, camshafts, come on, you dont see it?

fucking...stupid...

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Originally Posted by ManoNegra

So does my KA but I wouldn't compare it to an RB...

ur my hero u know that... lol

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Originally Posted by s0apgun

ca18 s13s came with 4.3 final drives cuz the motor sucked

im not even gonna get into this endless discussion...yeah sure, the sr is ultimate win, thats why every one i know with SR's has had more problems with rocker arms and headgaskets fucking up, compared to my CA that hasnt had any issues besides a leaking water pump...

w/e

*jspecusa* · 09-02-2009, 12:08 AM

wasn't there a thread about the pros and cons of each motor?
if not make one with facts not what you heard.

astrophixvox · 09-02-2009, 12:14 AM

dumb thread.

Fries · 09-02-2009, 12:51 AM

Jspec sig win.

*DALAZ_68* · 09-02-2009, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by jspecusa

wasn't there a thread about the pros and cons of each motor?
if not make one with facts not what you heard.

more than....

chituntang · 09-02-2009, 01:17 AM

No. Spending more money in the swap than the car itself is not worth anything. We all do it for a hobby, not to see if it is worth it.

Is it worth it to have a 300whp S13 when EVO/STI cost the same? No.
Will the car worth the price (car itself plus mods) when you sell it? No.

So no. Stop modifying cars if you have to ask if it is worth it.

R@ddy · 09-02-2009, 01:52 AM

^^ummm whuuuu?
no comprendo.

xpertsnowcarver · 09-02-2009, 02:02 AM

damn jspec, why is your sig so big. lol

i have a 13" notebook screen.

**Phlip** · 09-02-2009, 07:11 AM

I will not be party to this thread, it will only become an argument, as these kinds of threads always do.
I would rather you search for the information you seek.

09-01-2009, 09:56 PM	#1
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brewster240 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: tampa bay, fl Age: 41 Posts: 1,042 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	i have before, i probably wouldnt ever again. save the extra 3-400 and get sr. or keep saving and get s14 sr.

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09-02-2009, 01:17 AM	#18
chituntang Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: ATL Age: 37 Posts: 505 Trader Rating: (13) Feedback Score: 13 reviews	No. Spending more money in the swap than the car itself is not worth anything. We all do it for a hobby, not to see if it is worth it. Is it worth it to have a 300whp S13 when EVO/STI cost the same? No. Will the car worth the price (car itself plus mods) when you sell it? No. So no. Stop modifying cars if you have to ask if it is worth it.

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R@ddy Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Zacatecas, Mx; Paramount, Ca Age: 34 Posts: 1,628 Trader Rating: (32) Feedback Score: 32 reviews	^^ummm whuuuu? no comprendo.

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