Ve Rwd?
10-04-2006, 03:31 PM
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I think the Z32 rwd tranny bolts up. I "think" being the operative word. But IMHO, the heavy and huge VE30DE isn't really my idea of a good swap motor. Sorry to say but a VQ series would be a much better choice. There might be JDM rwd tranny available. If not a RWD G or Z tranny
10-04-2006, 05:43 PM
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the Z31 or Z32 tranny will work. it's a VG bellhousing pattern. might have to do some funky work on the flywheel to get a starter to mate, but I'd think you can use a Z32 flywheel and it'll be fine.
10-04-2006, 08:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeff92se
I think the Z32 rwd tranny bolts up. I "think" being the operative word. But IMHO, the heavy and huge VE30DE isn't really my idea of a good swap motor. Sorry to say but a VQ series would be a much better choice. There might be JDM rwd tranny available. If not a RWD G or Z tranny
10-04-2006, 08:27 PM
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Originally Posted by PunkFriday
was there ever a RWD trans for the VE30DE engine? i've got a wrecked maxima and a slow AE86 that is begging for 190hp.
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
I think the Z32 rwd tranny bolts up. I "think" being the operative word. But IMHO, the heavy and huge VE30DE isn't really my idea of a good swap motor. Sorry to say but a VQ series would be a much better choice. There might be JDM rwd tranny available. If not a RWD G or Z tranny
Originally Posted by VEvolution
Is the VE really that heavy compared to good motors for swaps?
10-04-2006, 10:15 PM
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Originally Posted by VEvolution
Anybody know if the VQ is lighter then the RB? Probably is, since the RB is cast iron. What about RB lighter then VE? Probably.. 
10-05-2006, 12:11 PM
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Originally Posted by MyGreenMax94
The ve also has an iron block...
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
Doesn't he own one? 
Edit: Wow, your really goin all out with those pointers Green
10-05-2006, 12:15 PM
#19
Wait. If nissan 6 just got done stating an IRON block is heavier than a aluminum V6 AND you state you already knew the VE had an iron block.... what's with this question? 
Originally Posted by VEvolution
What about VE? 
10-05-2006, 12:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeff92se
Wait. If nissan 6 just got done stating an IRON block is heavier than a aluminum V6 AND you state you already knew the VE had an iron block.... what's with this question?
The RB is iron, correct? So is the VE.. Yeah? My question is which is heavier?
10-05-2006, 12:21 PM
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The RB is iron. Who in the hell doesn't know that? Your question in no way implies you want a comparison inbetween the VE and RB. Except in your head where imaginary GTOs are bought. 
Originally Posted by VEvolution
Huh? The RB is iron, correct? So is the VE.. Yeah? My question is which is heavier?
The RB is iron, correct? So is the VE.. Yeah? My question is which is heavier?
10-05-2006, 12:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeff92se
The RB is iron. Who in the hell doesn't know that? Your question in no way implies you want a comparison inbetween the VE and RB. Except in your head where imaginary GTOs are bought.
Heh, whats that suppose to mean? Nobody buys GTOs?
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10-05-2006, 04:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeff92se
The RB is iron. Who in the hell doesn't know that? Your question in no way implies you want a comparison inbetween the VE and RB. Except in your head where imaginary GTOs are bought.
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10-05-2006, 05:41 PM
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Originally Posted by VEvolution
Anybody know if the VQ is lighter then the RB? Probably is, since the RB is cast iron. What about RB lighter then VE? Probably..
10-06-2006, 08:20 AM
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Originally Posted by JClaw
He'd end up paying 600-700$ for RWD Z33 6-speed tranny. Both the engine and transmission are bulletproof.
10-06-2006, 06:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeff92se
Sorry that's AFTER. How about posting carefully?
Originally Posted by VEvolution
Anybody know if the VQ is lighter then the RB? Probably is, since the RB is cast iron. What about RB lighter then VE? Probably..
Originally Posted by JClaw
The RB26 is an incredibly heavy engine compared to the VQ. Easily 200 lbs more than the V6.
10-06-2006, 07:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Matt93SE
it doesn't matter how heavy the RB is.. you're not going to do it anyway.
oh wait... hmmmm... can I borrow your car?
10-06-2006, 08:02 PM
#32
Originally Posted by VEvolution
The real question at the moment should be.. Is the RB lighter then the VE?
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10-06-2006, 09:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Matt93SE
it doesn't matter how heavy the RB is.. you're not going to do it anyway.
Originally Posted by MrGone
No, the real question is can an RB fit in a radio flyer?
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10-06-2006, 10:23 PM
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Originally Posted by mtcookson
The 350Z tranny is actually considered a relatively weak transmission. The Z32 5-speed is much stronger. If using the VQ you really have no other option though, which kind of bites.
Absolutely NO reason to believe the gears of the Z32 5-speed are physically any larger than the gears in the Z33 6-speed.
10-06-2006, 11:20 PM
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Originally Posted by JClaw
5-speed stronger? Based on what?
Absolutely NO reason to believe the gears of the Z32 5-speed are physically any larger than the gears in the Z33 6-speed.
Absolutely NO reason to believe the gears of the Z32 5-speed are physically any larger than the gears in the Z33 6-speed.
10-07-2006, 10:58 AM
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the 350Z tranny is on something like revision #15, including multiple recalls and warranty extensions on them.... I'd be scurred to put it in a high HP car..
The Z32 tranny has been known to hold up just fine to 600hp cars and heavy track use.
The Z32 tranny has been known to hold up just fine to 600hp cars and heavy track use.
10-08-2006, 08:13 AM
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Wouldn't the Z32 5-speed be a little stronger because of the twin turbos? I'd think the tranny would have to be strong enough to take sudden rushes of extra power, as opposed to an NA engine that haas a much smoother progression of power. I dunno, maybe I'm thinking of this the wrong way...
I agree though. The VE rules, but it is truly massive for a V6. It's not a good platform for swapping I think because it's only giving you several dozen more hp, as opposed to potentially over 100 more hp with a VQ, and THEN add in the VQ's extra weight savings, technology, and so on. If you were going to do more of a JDM-style swap, I'd say SR20. As for the VE in a RWD car from the factory, no such thing ever existed, least of all here in the US.
I agree though. The VE rules, but it is truly massive for a V6. It's not a good platform for swapping I think because it's only giving you several dozen more hp, as opposed to potentially over 100 more hp with a VQ, and THEN add in the VQ's extra weight savings, technology, and so on. If you were going to do more of a JDM-style swap, I'd say SR20. As for the VE in a RWD car from the factory, no such thing ever existed, least of all here in the US.
10-08-2006, 08:37 AM
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Originally Posted by JClaw
5-speed stronger? Based on what?
Absolutely NO reason to believe the gears of the Z32 5-speed are physically any larger than the gears in the Z33 6-speed.
Absolutely NO reason to believe the gears of the Z32 5-speed are physically any larger than the gears in the Z33 6-speed.
10-08-2006, 02:06 PM
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If the Z32 tranny is superior to the Z33 trans why is it out of production then? Why didn't they adapt it to the VQ instead of going for a totally different tranny. It's not weight, there has to be a reason. If it aint broke dont fix it.
10-08-2006, 02:11 PM
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Originally Posted by JClaw
If the Z32 tranny is superior to the Z33 trans why is it out of production then? Why aren't they still using it instead of the current one? It's not weight, there has to be a reason. If it aint broke dont fix it.