Thread: 200sx ser. Swap or boost?

how big is the turbo?

uhh i have no idea, i didn't check. but the whole kit is in the trunk and back seat of the car. where can i find out what kind of turbo it is? i'll check now if i have to

Do some searching, its all there. All of your questions have been answered before.

You have a LOT of research to do. The more you read and the more you find out the options, you will know how to proceed. Come to the forum with specific questions.

Brent

Oh boy, if you are asking these questions I would find your local knowledgeable forum member and ask them to work with you on this. If you don't know what you have already chances are you will become the next victim of missinformation, poorly built parts, and a mechanic that does not have a clue.

Everyone can keep saying use the search function, but unless you have basic knowledge of how boosting works and what you are doing, I would stay away.

I'm going to go away from what everyone else is saying. Go with the swap to learn the basics. Store the turbo kit till you get your ears wet in the SR20. Move along in baby steps.

Also do you know what the emissions cut off year is and what emissions they do in your state/area? That could play a big part in what you do as well.

What I would do if I was you:
-Modify your useable SR20DE engine to run a bit stronger (ECU, Exhaust, Intake, etc..).
-Get your brakes and suspension where you want it.
-Start with buying the VE and building it up for strong boost.
-Pick the Turbo that will fit your driving needs and wants (Daily driver, track or strip? big turbo = strip, smaller quicker spooling turbo = track)

After you have a usable car then you can dive into interior and exterior looks.

I wouldn't do anything mentioned. I would buy an eBay turbo put it on the de and go have fun

This pains my eyes

Kooo

Said the pigeon?

I would suggest working on one thing at a time. 1) You can boost the current motor in the car. 2) You could swap another motor in.3)you could swap another motor and then boost it.4) build your motor for boost then install it in the car. I have done all four and each one has it own set of challenges. I suggest doing lots of research so you have the best chance of being successful.