[Roadsters] Datsun 1600 and a 5 speed transmission

[steven boortz]

2 popular (and easier-to-make-fit-than-a-turbo-V6) engines to swap are the KA24 and SR20DE(T).  they're both 4 cylinder engines.  either engine represents a huge jump over
stock, and the SR20 can easily be built to 300+ HP.  it's lighter
than a V6, and easier to squeeze into the space.  there is someone who
put a chevy 4.3L 90 degree V6 in a roadster.  i think he's on the list, but i don't remember his name.  i've seen 13B's and an L28 inline 6 in one.  the V6 is a great idea though.  a dual exhaust could easily work by making holes in the X member on the other side.

BTW, British Leyland built an MGB GT with a 231 Buick in it.

in the end i guess what you could put into a roadster is limited only by your imagination and the balance in your checking account.

i hope you do it.  i'd love to see it when it's done.

s
675MIZU




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From: David Boerst <dboerst at yahoo.com>
To: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net
Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 7:31:17 PM
Subject: [Roadsters] Datsun 1600 and a 5 speed transmission

I have a few 1600s and one of them I was contemplating shoehorning a Turbo 300ZX engine and a 5 speed. Anyone ever try that? I have had a few Austin Healey 100-4s, TR3s and TR4s with smallblock chevys. Even built a MGB with a 231 buick. Now time for a Nissan screamer.

My main 1600 that I have been posting about has a high rise cam (I was told that when I bought the car) and stainless headers. I have a few Datsun Zs and was wondering will any Z car 5 speeds bolt up to a 1600. I am quite ignorant when it comes to Nissan/Datsun cars. Used to be into British cars with American power. Want to experiment with Nissan/Datsun engine swaps. I also have a couple mid 80s Datsun pickups with the 4 banger with 8 plugs and 5 speeds. Are they worth while? Ideas?
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