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*driftracer* · 08-08-2004, 08:53 PM

Hey guys

I am sure there are plenty of these threads, but companies change and thats what I want to inquire about. I am almost positive that I am buying an S15 Sr20-det engine, and I was wondering if anybody has had exceptionally good service and reliable companies to comment on. I myself was eyeing Heavythrottle.com. I plan on buying an engine within 2wks. Thanks

mbmbmb23 · 08-08-2004, 09:04 PM

They are a very reputable company, I've only heard good things about them. If you are in NC (like I am) you have a few somewhat local options. I have a buddy in TN that sells clips/motorsets. I know 2 guys who've purchased from him. PM me for details if you're interested.

-Matt

www.carolinanissans.com

nismo_sr20_wut · 08-08-2004, 09:25 PM

Oh wow! S15 motor!? Every US 240SX either being an S13 or S14 HAS to have to be converted to S15 stuff being that the S15 is the only "SILVIA" to ever exsist. You need to do the front end coversion and put in the S15 motor!

Oh yeah don't forgot to convert the rear lights! The S15 seats and the steering wheel and shift knob! S155555555555555555555555555!!!! SILVIA CONVERSION!!!!! YEAH!

**mrmephistopheles** · 08-08-2004, 09:37 PM

wow. that was.. the opposite of funny.

*HaLo* · 08-08-2004, 09:55 PM

That was unwanted... HeavyThrottle, Phase2Motortrend, and many Cali shops are reputable. Just select the nearest one to your place, give them a call, and you will decide at that moment.

po1z5che__ · 08-08-2004, 10:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nismo_sr20_wut

Every US 240SX either being an S13 or S14 HAS to have to be converted to S15 stuff being that the S15 is the only "SILVIA" to ever exsist.

WtF? what about s13 silvias,your a dumbass

MakotoS13 · 08-08-2004, 10:44 PM

hey gang, i believe that bloke was being just a wee bit sarcastic.

citizen · 08-08-2004, 10:50 PM

can we revoke his flame license now?

accordexl · 08-09-2004, 12:19 AM

S15 Motor and Tranny???? Get ready to spend money and a lot of hours to have everything work right.

I'll say buy a nice decent S14 front clip and swap out the brand new S15 turbo, tomei/hks cams, valve springs, 740/850cc injectors, power fc, greddy elbow, air filter, cat. back exhaust, pfc, fuel pump, boost control, fmic and others that you can think of. (of course you have to swap out those maintainese parts like: water pump, plugs, belts, thermostat, a lot of gaskets) the difference between purchasing the s14 and s15 can be use for all those upgrade parts. you'll be easily looking about 280-300whp and a really nice car to daily drive or beginner drifter or whatevers before you really get a feel how your sr20det can put out.

that's the package i was looking for cuz one of my socal friend just finished the upgrade and it was nnnnnniiiiiiiiiiiccccccceeeeeeeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!!

JDMark · 08-09-2004, 12:55 AM

hahah yes 300whp is perfect for begining drifter

*driftracer* · 08-09-2004, 07:27 AM

yea, the more I think about it and what my end goal is, the s14 would be a much better choice. I still am giving consideration to the s13 as well, but the s15 is definitely out. However, although grateful for the advice, I was more concerned about good reputable companies I could buy from. I live in Raleigh, NC as you guys probably can see...shipping of the complete s14 engine is 250.00 from Heavythrottle. As of now I am still going with these guys. I was just curious to see if there was anybody else as good as these guys.

Heavythrottle,
Phase2motortrend,
this Tennessee shop Mbmbmb23 referred me too.

Is this all? If so, that is fine, but people who have dealt with these guys I listed, any problems at all?

BSeay · 08-09-2004, 08:44 AM

There is also JGY Customs here in Southern Va. They are a reputable shop with motors on hand most of the time....

Http://www.JGYcustoms.com

try them and see...

Ghettokracker71 · 08-09-2004, 09:21 AM

I've heard conflicting reports about Venus Auto,anybody want to leave any opinions?

mjjstang · 08-09-2004, 09:25 AM

Dont buy from RICKEYS AUTO CENTER in FL, hes a little bitch, he wont pay the shipping company, that shipped my engine, therefore the shipping company wont refund my request for shipping back cause they delivered it to the wrong address. Among other things the engine looks like shit. Rickey sucks IMO and in a lot of other peoples.

*sykikchimp* · 08-09-2004, 12:12 PM

I've heard great things about JGY.. And they are close enough that you could just drive up there, and pick your motor out. Seeing them in person is always a good thing.

*fliprayzin240sx* · 08-09-2004, 04:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ghettokracker71

I've heard conflicting reports about Venus Auto,anybody want to leave any opinions?

Only if your local IMO.

accordexl · 08-10-2004, 12:57 AM

what year is your chassi???? S13/S14????

accordexl · 08-10-2004, 01:10 AM

or get it before they are gone!!!
http://www.store.yahoo.com/phase2mot...s/newshar.html

You'll spend more money on shipping but you'll get: smic, radiator, fan shroud, a harness that's uncut for SURE, complete intercooler piping and couplings, guage cluster with 7200 rpm redline, no mis-match ecu, maf, nor other stuffs, jdm a/c unit and all sensors (if you want to figure them out or ebay them and get money back LOL) and a lot more.

Ghettokracker71 · 08-11-2004, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fliprayzin240sx

Only if your local IMO.

Just out of curiosity,why would you say that?

Zoom8112 · 08-11-2004, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ghettokracker71

Just out of curiosity,why would you say that?

so you can check it out and make sure you are getting something you want. i have no experience from them, but some folks have had bad experiences with them.

me personally, since i'm local, if i were to buy a clip, i would probably go with them. BUT only because i'm local, if i werent, i'd go elsewhere.

Ghettokracker71 · 08-11-2004, 04:21 PM

Because I'm not a local are you saying you'd go check a clip/motorset out for me and make sure its fine before I order it? Thanks man

(J/K)

Eternal_240Sx · 08-12-2004, 01:51 PM

My friend bought two s14 motorsets from venus auto. Both motors blew, and it wasnt bad install either. They also refused to give any kind of refund whatsoever.

As for phase2motorsports you need not to worry about them being sold out, i believe they have about 22 redtop front clips right now.

crxcess · 08-23-2004, 11:30 PM

I bought 3 clips from venus and had absolutly no problems with the motors.

Venus is probably the cheapest around... but to ship a motorset to the east coast costs around $550. And if anyting gets messed up he ships the part to you free!

silviasichigo · 08-23-2004, 11:56 PM

I am sure there are some good grammer schools in your area "nismo_sr20_wut" You should hit it up.

accordexl · 08-24-2004, 12:53 AM

check them out:

Motor Set comes with radiator, fan shroud and side mount intercooler and other misc. stuffs.

http://www.store.yahoo.com/phase2mot...14srmoset.html

Or if you can wait,

http://www.store.yahoo.com/phase2mot.../oc20cosh.html

With the reputation, people grab them from phase 2 QUICK!!!

MurdarioStomp · 08-24-2004, 03:42 AM

i just bought from phase two and yea, shipping is like 550 or so but they are one of the coolest suppliers and help you out a lot. go with them

Ghettokracker71 · 08-24-2004, 08:13 AM

Phase2 isn't cheap at all though

MurdarioStomp · 08-24-2004, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ghettokracker71

Phase2 isn't cheap at all though

correct. it was reasonably priced though, so i went with them based on that and customer support/reputation...also ima firm believer in the phrase "you get what you pay for"

***S14DB*** · 08-24-2004, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjjstang

Dont buy from RICKEYS AUTO CENTER in FL, hes a little bitch, he wont pay the shipping company, that shipped my engine, therefore the shipping company wont refund my request for shipping back cause they delivered it to the wrong address. Among other things the engine looks like shit. Rickey sucks IMO and in a lot of other peoples.

Ricky Rip-off strikes again!

Skimafia · 02-26-2005, 01:13 PM

I have been looking at www.rimsandthings.com, they have incredible prices, which kinda scares me. I am really leaning to spending the extra money and going with phase 2 or enjuku.

08-08-2004, 08:53 PM	#1
driftracer Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Raleigh, NC USA Age: 41 Posts: 216 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Buying Sr20 Hey guys I am sure there are plenty of these threads, but companies change and thats what I want to inquire about. I am almost positive that I am buying an S15 Sr20-det engine, and I was wondering if anybody has had exceptionally good service and reliable companies to comment on. I myself was eyeing Heavythrottle.com. I plan on buying an engine within 2wks. Thanks

08-08-2004, 09:04 PM	#2
mbmbmb23 Zilvia Contributor Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Charlotte, NC. Posts: 1,776 Trader Rating: (1) Rides Gallery: mbmbmb23 Feedback Score: 1 reviews	They are a very reputable company, I've only heard good things about them. If you are in NC (like I am) you have a few somewhat local options. I have a buddy in TN that sells clips/motorsets. I know 2 guys who've purchased from him. PM me for details if you're interested. -Matt www.carolinanissans.com __________________ 400x200

08-08-2004, 09:55 PM	#5
HaLo from Canada, eh! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Montreal, Quebec Age: 46 Posts: 5,201 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: HaLo Feedback Score: 0 reviews	That was unwanted... HeavyThrottle, Phase2Motortrend, and many Cali shops are reputable. Just select the nearest one to your place, give them a call, and you will decide at that moment. __________________ -> HaLo Race Car: '98 E36 BMW M3 Daily Drivers: '23 Audi Q4 e-tron & '13 VW Touareg SOLD: 01 GPW Honda S2000 PARTED: 93 Pearl White 240SX LE Fastback w/SR20DET SOLD: 93 Super White 240SX SE Convertible w/Silvia Front

08-09-2004, 12:55 AM	#10
JDMark Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: redmond, wa Posts: 464 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	hahah yes 300whp is perfect for begining drifter __________________

08-09-2004, 08:44 AM	#12
BSeay Users Awaiting Email Confirmation Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Age: 42 Posts: 634 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	There is also JGY Customs here in Southern Va. They are a reputable shop with motors on hand most of the time.... Http://www.JGYcustoms.com try them and see... __________________ 1995 240SX SE - Sold

08-08-2004, 09:25 PM	#3
nismo_sr20_wut BANNED Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 216 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Oh wow! S15 motor!? Every US 240SX either being an S13 or S14 HAS to have to be converted to S15 stuff being that the S15 is the only "SILVIA" to ever exsist. You need to do the front end coversion and put in the S15 motor! Oh yeah don't forgot to convert the rear lights! The S15 seats and the steering wheel and shift knob! S155555555555555555555555555!!!! SILVIA CONVERSION!!!!! YEAH!

08-08-2004, 09:37 PM	#4
mrmephistopheles Magnanimous Justice Distribution Service Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: BFE Age: 23 Posts: 14,372 Trader Rating: (9) Rides Gallery: mrmephistopheles Feedback Score: 9 reviews	wow. that was.. the opposite of funny.

08-08-2004, 10:44 PM	#7
MakotoS13 BANNED Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Texas Age: 42 Posts: 4,205 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	hey gang, i believe that bloke was being just a wee bit sarcastic.

08-08-2004, 10:50 PM	#8
citizen Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Bay Area Posts: 1,240 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: citizen Feedback Score: 0 reviews	can we revoke his flame license now?

08-09-2004, 12:19 AM	#9
accordexl Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: SoCal Posts: 28 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	S15 Motor and Tranny???? Get ready to spend money and a lot of hours to have everything work right. I'll say buy a nice decent S14 front clip and swap out the brand new S15 turbo, tomei/hks cams, valve springs, 740/850cc injectors, power fc, greddy elbow, air filter, cat. back exhaust, pfc, fuel pump, boost control, fmic and others that you can think of. (of course you have to swap out those maintainese parts like: water pump, plugs, belts, thermostat, a lot of gaskets) the difference between purchasing the s14 and s15 can be use for all those upgrade parts. you'll be easily looking about 280-300whp and a really nice car to daily drive or beginner drifter or whatevers before you really get a feel how your sr20det can put out. that's the package i was looking for cuz one of my socal friend just finished the upgrade and it was nnnnnniiiiiiiiiiiccccccceeeeeeeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!!

08-09-2004, 07:27 AM	#11
driftracer Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Raleigh, NC USA Age: 41 Posts: 216 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	yea, the more I think about it and what my end goal is, the s14 would be a much better choice. I still am giving consideration to the s13 as well, but the s15 is definitely out. However, although grateful for the advice, I was more concerned about good reputable companies I could buy from. I live in Raleigh, NC as you guys probably can see...shipping of the complete s14 engine is 250.00 from Heavythrottle. As of now I am still going with these guys. I was just curious to see if there was anybody else as good as these guys. Heavythrottle, Phase2motortrend, this Tennessee shop Mbmbmb23 referred me too. Is this all? If so, that is fine, but people who have dealt with these guys I listed, any problems at all?

08-09-2004, 09:21 AM	#13
Ghettokracker71 Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Don't look now... Age: 38 Posts: 3,327 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I've heard conflicting reports about Venus Auto,anybody want to leave any opinions?

08-09-2004, 09:25 AM	#14
mjjstang Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 2,654 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Dont buy from RICKEYS AUTO CENTER in FL, hes a little bitch, he wont pay the shipping company, that shipped my engine, therefore the shipping company wont refund my request for shipping back cause they delivered it to the wrong address. Among other things the engine looks like shit. Rickey sucks IMO and in a lot of other peoples. __________________ I was going to, but I can not think of a sig less than 75 characters.

08-09-2004, 12:12 PM	#15
sykikchimp WOW addicted Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: the moon Age: 44 Posts: 6,525 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I've heard great things about JGY.. And they are close enough that you could just drive up there, and pick your motor out. Seeing them in person is always a good thing. __________________

08-10-2004, 12:57 AM	#17
accordexl Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: SoCal Posts: 28 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	what year is your chassi???? S13/S14????

08-10-2004, 01:10 AM	#18
accordexl Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: SoCal Posts: 28 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	or get it before they are gone!!! http://www.store.yahoo.com/phase2mot...s/newshar.html You'll spend more money on shipping but you'll get: smic, radiator, fan shroud, a harness that's uncut for SURE, complete intercooler piping and couplings, guage cluster with 7200 rpm redline, no mis-match ecu, maf, nor other stuffs, jdm a/c unit and all sensors (if you want to figure them out or ebay them and get money back LOL) and a lot more.

08-11-2004, 04:21 PM	#21
Ghettokracker71 Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Don't look now... Age: 38 Posts: 3,327 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Because I'm not a local are you saying you'd go check a clip/motorset out for me and make sure its fine before I order it? Thanks man (J/K)

08-12-2004, 01:51 PM	#22
Eternal_240Sx Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: norcal, bay area Age: 41 Posts: 674 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	My friend bought two s14 motorsets from venus auto. Both motors blew, and it wasnt bad install either. They also refused to give any kind of refund whatsoever. As for phase2motorsports you need not to worry about them being sold out, i believe they have about 22 redtop front clips right now. __________________ Life is good in the bay.

08-23-2004, 11:30 PM	#23
crxcess Leaky Injector Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: socal Age: 45 Posts: 87 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I bought 3 clips from venus and had absolutly no problems with the motors. Venus is probably the cheapest around... but to ship a motorset to the east coast costs around $550. And if anyting gets messed up he ships the part to you free!

08-23-2004, 11:56 PM	#24
silviasichigo Zilvia Addict Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Japan Age: 49 Posts: 782 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: silviasichigo Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I am sure there are some good grammer schools in your area "nismo_sr20_wut" You should hit it up.

08-24-2004, 12:53 AM	#25
accordexl Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: SoCal Posts: 28 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	check them out: Motor Set comes with radiator, fan shroud and side mount intercooler and other misc. stuffs. http://www.store.yahoo.com/phase2mot...14srmoset.html Or if you can wait, http://www.store.yahoo.com/phase2mot.../oc20cosh.html With the reputation, people grab them from phase 2 QUICK!!! __________________ 1995 Silvia w/Phase 2 Powered S14 SR20DET (Sold) 1993 180SX w/Nissan KA24DE

08-24-2004, 03:42 AM	#26
MurdarioStomp Zilvia Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Ohio Age: 41 Posts: 242 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i just bought from phase two and yea, shipping is like 550 or so but they are one of the coolest suppliers and help you out a lot. go with them __________________ www.ohiodrifting.com

08-24-2004, 08:13 AM	#27
Ghettokracker71 Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Don't look now... Age: 38 Posts: 3,327 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Phase2 isn't cheap at all though

02-26-2005, 01:13 PM	#30
Skimafia Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Utah Posts: 26 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I have been looking at www.rimsandthings.com, they have incredible prices, which kinda scares me. I am really leaning to spending the extra money and going with phase 2 or enjuku.