Mini-L320 Posted February 11, 2010 Report Share Posted February 11, 2010 I got an L18 with a Suck Threw Turbo Setup, And I wanna Know if it will bolt Directly on my A15 motor mounts. it still has the A15 on it. What should I go with, A 12A Rotary or With the L18 with the Suck Threw Turbo Setup? I got both engines in my garage waiting to go into something. Quote Link to comment
Pumpkn210 Posted February 11, 2010 Report Share Posted February 11, 2010 The 510s of those years are pretty much the same as the 210s. And they had Lmotors in them, I would look up the specs on the 510s. Maby you will get lucky and they will OTC! Quote Link to comment
Mini-L320 Posted February 11, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2010 Yeah the 510 has a bigger Engine bay, just by a little bit. Yeah I got this L18 laying around with a Suck thru Turbo Setup. It should move my 210 pretty nice. if u get some info let me know, thanks. Quote Link to comment
Pumpkn210 Posted February 11, 2010 Report Share Posted February 11, 2010 I would try lookin at crossmembers to see if there is a notable difference! Quote Link to comment
fisch Posted February 11, 2010 Report Share Posted February 11, 2010 I don't think it is a direct bolt in. At least not for a 1200. Datsun1200.com should have just about everything you need to learn! Gotta love that place! L-engine swaps I like the sound of this suck through turbo set-up! Is it one of the vintage setups? Pics! Quote Link to comment
Mini-L320 Posted February 11, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2010 I'll get pictures soon. It was used for Rally Racing this engine it was on a 510. Its got work done to it. I've never heard it run yet, but it turns over smooth. Quote Link to comment
Mini-L320 Posted February 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 13, 2010 My 5sp on the L18 has 2nd and 3th not staying in gear. Where can I find a new Synchronizer for this Tranny. It came of a 72 510 (if that helps) Quote Link to comment
datzenmike Posted February 13, 2010 Report Share Posted February 13, 2010 Not really, the 510 never had a 5 speed option, so someone put one in from something. There are 4 I can think of but the easiest is likely a dogleg from a 200sx. Measure the length... if 26" then it's almost for sure an FS5W63A dogleg. They look like this: It has a smooth aluminum case front and back sandwiching a steel adapter plate in the middle. Note the shifter type under the boot looks like this. Alternately, it could be a longer FS5W71B at 31.5". Looks somewhat like the dogleg but has ribbing in the case and bell housing. The FS5W63A is somewhat rare having come only in the '77-'79 200sx and as an optional 5 speed in the A10. The L series FS5W71B is stronger and much more common having been introduced in '77 and used on the 620, 810/Maxima through '84 and the 280z and zx (non turbo) through '83 and the 1980 720. If you have trouble rebuilding ($) or finding another dogleg you might consider an FS5W71B. You will need to shorten the driveshaft about 5" and mod the rear mount but it might be cheaper. . . Quote Link to comment
Mini-L320 Posted February 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 13, 2010 Hey thanks, I'll have to check that out then. I got it in my other garage, havent been there in a while but I will let you know. Quote Link to comment
Pumpkn210 Posted February 14, 2010 Report Share Posted February 14, 2010 I worked on a L-series 510 A10 goon today and the motor mounts look identical! Some measureing and checking would prolly pay off as far as the motormounts are concerned! I could have the guy do some measureing and take some pics if your interested! Gave him some free parts today so he owes me one :D Quote Link to comment
Mini-L320 Posted February 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2010 Nah, thats fine. even if it doesnt line up perfectly I will customize whatever I need to install this setup. Quote Link to comment
greybeard Posted February 18, 2010 Report Share Posted February 18, 2010 The threads here in the past about L motors in B-210 all have said the cross member gets changed to a 510 (some say PL510, Some say HL510) this is a bolt in according to the threads.... also came from the factory that way in japan for top line model.... so, a dog leg 5 speed and an L-20 should be a bolt in with the right combination of factory parts. maybe some if this info got lost in the format switch... Quote Link to comment
Mini-L320 Posted February 18, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2010 I havent taken mine out yet, when it gets a bit warmer over here Im definately dropping that L18, Turbo engine. I will post pictures when i start the swap. Quote Link to comment
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