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510 engine swaps
hey guys, i just got a 72 510 wagon, and while i love the chassis and style, the gutless L16 hooked to an automatic just isn't gonna cut it. i want to do an engine swap, but i'm not sure what to swap in. my top choice would be a rotary, preferably turbo'd, but that's really expensive and labor intensive, so its out for now (hopefully when i have more time and money). so the realistic options are either a KA24, a CA18DET or a built up L20 or if possible L24 (240Z engine, not a bored and stroked L20). i like the KA cause its got plenty of torque and power, and seems to bolt in with minimal custom modifications. the fact that the 240SX has produced a fair amount of aftermarket support for it doesn't hurt either. it should be pretty cheap, but i've had trouble even finding a complete KA drivetrain for sale anywhere. i like the CA18DET because its turbocharged and lighter than a KA, but its much cheaper and seems to require less work than an SR20. also, most parts that would need to be replaced for maintenance are shared with the CA18DE from the nissan pulsar. lastly, there's the L20. basically the only reason this is even mentioned is because it seems to be cheaper than the other two and would be an easier swap to do myself. i'm not really excited about an L20 though, so unless it turns out that the other two are out of my means, i doubt that i will do this one. anyway, tell me what you guys think i should do and why.
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KA=Kick Ass
SR='S'all Right...
RB=Righteously Bitchin'
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