Ca18det information

Pingu · May 21st, 2003, 09:58 PM

I want any information any one can spare on the CA18det engine.
And a quick comparison / differences between that and the SR20DET engine.

Weblinks,info , guesses , anything!
Feel free to email me anything or pm me or add me to your icq if you love the ca18det.

I have an 88 Bluebird Attesa
probably called a "stanza" in the states.

It is the limited edition 4wd turbo ca18det powered 4 door.

Its had a bit of modification...
With a custom front mount intercooler insulated pipes etc..., Garret T3 turbo and a 2.5" turbo back exahust system.

It generates alot of power and im about to make extractors for this thing as the stock cast iron manifold is a depressing sight.

I was thinking about in the future dropping in a SR20DET in its place. I have heard some random information about the differences between these engines (SR20DET & CA18DET), mostly like its not much different apart from the displacement. I was thinking the SR internals would be alot "beefyer".

Any information would be of help

Thanks

Pingu · May 21st, 2003, 10:01 PM

I also have never myself changed the transmission oil on this. Where is the filler and are there any special procedures?

I was thinking of doing a hot drain and filling it back up again. Im pretty sure these gearboxes had NO filter. Any special methods/ tips?

Myetball · May 21st, 2003, 10:28 PM

Here is a thread with alot of good info. I did a search on "CA18DET SR20DET" and came up with three pages of stuff. Try searching, it's the best way to get the info you need. Mainly because the issue is like a dead horse....it gets dragged out and beaten on a regular basis. It's easier for you to do a search than for everyone to retype the same info over again. Not trying to slam you, just trying to help.

Pingu · May 21st, 2003, 10:38 PM

Yeah thanks , i just tried that, my original search was too precise.
Thanks

Got any idea about the trans?

Myetball · May 21st, 2003, 11:23 PM

I'm not sure about where the plugs are but you might try going here or here or here and asking if nobody on this forum responds