crazyhayseed

I started poking around my junk 240 motor today and realized that it's TB is about 5mm bigger than the VG30's. So I swapped them. It took a little modification. I literally had to install it upside down, so it opens in the opposite direction. I had to reroute the cooling lines and get creative with the throttle cable. The TPS looks like it's the same. It has the same serial number stamped on it as the VG's. The throttle response is better, but I've still got to iron out the idle. It's running at about 15-20k at the moment. This will either end in disaster, or help me to suck down even more gas in traffic... Here's some quick pics: I'll take some comparison shots in the morning.

If they're not going to be available later, you can count me in. I'd like to know more about this buy-out though.

http://phatg20.net/index.php?option=com_fr...ge&Itemid=1

Does anyone know a part No. or where I can find the little ears that mount the stereo head unit to the dash in a 94-95? Apparently the previous owner took them with him when he removed is radio. I've checked my local JY, but finding such a specific year is a trick. I have a diagram from the FSM, but no luck on the aftermarket. The Scosche kit is a joke. Any other ideas would be helpful.

Why don't you give it to PhatG20.net to host. That's where most of us Nissan guys get our FSMs anyhow isn't it?

The tabs sure are handy when you're in a hurry. Couldn't you just release it now, then finish when you feel up to it? Or, better yet, maybe someone would be grateful enough to do it for you.

I think Garrett's "Disco Potato" (GT2860RS) would be good with the 2.4 in terms of lag, but I dunno if it would give you the high torque that a truck requires. In off-roading, I would imagine that you need to make high numbers in the low end. Is there any type of forced induction that can promise that?

That's the KA24DE. Sorry, I didn't notice your question before.

It just seems to me that, in terms of after market support and mod/dollar to output ratio, the KA is the better of the two motors. I was really surprised at what low numbers the VG is rated stock. I don't see why the KA24DE wouldn't mount in place of the 24E. The trick would be in the tranny I suppose. That, and the differentials. I get the impression that the VG has the better of the two there. The four banger has to better on gas as well. Again, I'm not really including forced induction here. I mean overall performance ability.

Ya! The more I learn, the more I think the k24 has more potential (turbo or not).

That's a good idea. It would be neat to find a way to valve it so that there wouldn't be much involved other than pulling a lever or flipping a switch... Kinda like the exhaust bypass that JC Whitney used to sell. Tricky part would be making it water tight. I hope my last post wasn't too offensive BTW. I didn't mean to come off that way.

I'm kinda new to the whole Pathfinder thing, so maybe physics are different for trucks, but I learned with my other Nissans (B13, S13) that air flow doesn't like 90° bends very much and that they should be avoided whenever possible. Also, I've found that bigger is usually better. The truck pictured is using tiny diameter pipe. My 1.6 Sentra breathed through more than that. The 180° bend on the end is just scary. Props for the effort, I'll bet it works great for fording creeks, but that can't be helping power much. I think home brew is a good thing, but give it more thought. Do you really want your V6 breathing through a straw?

Thanks! Lots of info once you decipher their seach feature. This is much more doable then I was afraid of, however there are a few more parts than I thought. courtesyparts.com has everything required, though I'll probably just hit the JY. Here's their diagram showing the difference between Sealed and Composite mounts: The guys @ AC talk like the sealed type is a better light. Fact or opinion?

That doesn't sound so bad. The mounts are only around $21. I sure wish I could find some pis before I jump in. There's plenty of slammed HBs out there with them, but they're a slim basis of comparison. I guess imagination will have to do. I'll update once I've started.

After having seen cars literally ripped apart at the boarder crossing at San Yosidro, I can honesty advise that nothing is safe from law enforcement. If you've got something illegal to transport, your biggest worry should be yourself. You (mannerisms, speech, etc.) will be the first sign to a policeman that something is wrong, and you won't be able to hide anything from the dogs. So just stay cool and lock everything in your glove box like a normal, law-abiding citizen.

Oooh. Well thanks for that. So how hard a task are we talking? Just source the lights and the buckets then work out the wiring, or will it turn into a welding affair? Do the two use different radiator supports? Is this why I haven't seen it done (too much of a PITA)? Are the HB lights inferior?

(I searched and found noth'n, though I can't imagine that this is an original question...) So, as far as the FSM shows, the Pathfinder and the Hardbody sport the same grill (Type 1 or 2). Does anyone know of any reason a Phantom Grill for the HB wouldn't fit the WD21? Has this been done? Pics or links? I think the truck would look absolutely trick with a black powder coat grill behind and ARB bumper and big driving lights. <--Like this in reverse.

IACV maybe? Pics would help.

Wow! I've never heard of such. Scary to say the least. Thanks for the heads up!

Looks good. Is there a specific reason for the drive shaft hoop or is it just for general safety? Airflow WD21 = http://www.gibsonrm.com.au/html/details.php?no=432

Chances are pretty high. Diagrams are fun... FSMftw

The studs that hold the exhaust manifold to the head... On the side of the motor. It's like a double sided bolt. In every way I've looked, I still can find a way to drill out my 1 broken stud while it's still in the truck (P-side furthest back). How hard are the heads to remove? Mines, not ticking yet, but I'm sure the manifold will work loose eventually.

Do you have it set for "recirculate"? It maybe kind of a newb observation, but with it getting colder when you accelerate, it sounds like you might be trying to warm up air that you're drawing in from outside. Or not. I dunno... But a second look beats getting into the t-stat anytime.

My current is white, but my first two were red/maroon.

Where'd the plastic tank come from, if you don't mind my asking? It uses the stock mounting points? Links and pics would be good.