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Slide~or~die · 09-06-2009, 10:49 AM

ok guys, i have been searching the web and what not looking for what is needed to do a z32 tranny swap on a RB20/25, im looking for:

1. whats needed to do it?
2. what r the similarities?

Any info is appreciated!

iv been looking and have not found anythign definitive, so this will be very helpful for other ppl looking for a good tranny that is easier to find(cheaper)

Sileighty_85 · 09-06-2009, 10:54 AM

The reason why is because anyone who has an RB20 upgrades to a RB25 tranny.
The RB25 tranny is beefy so no need to swap in a VG tranny

just get an RB25 tranny

Slide~or~die · 09-06-2009, 11:31 AM

True, but z32 tranny is more expensive and harder to find, thats y i want to do the z32 trany, plus if i break it i can get it rebuilt to take the abuse.

eh? · 09-06-2009, 05:16 PM

• View topic - How To: RB25 Trans Mated with Z32 Trans
RB25 and Z32 dett are internally the same.

projectRDM · 09-06-2009, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Slide~or~die

True, but z32 tranny is more expensive and harder to find, thats y i want to do the z32 trany, plus if i break it i can get it rebuilt to take the abuse.

You want to use a Z32 transmission simply because it's "more expensive and harder to find"? Explain.

*DALAZ_68* · 09-06-2009, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by projectRDM

You want to use a Z32 transmission simply because it's "more expensive and harder to find"? Explain.

my thoughts exactly

cost doesnt seem to justify ur train of thought...

*fliprayzin240sx* · 09-06-2009, 07:19 PM

Im guessing he has access to an importer. He can get an RB25 tranny for cheaper than what it cost to get a Z32 tranny in the states? Iono, thats the only logical explanation in my head.

*DALAZ_68* · 09-06-2009, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by fliprayzin240sx

Im guessing he has access to an importer. He can get an RB25 tranny for cheaper than what it cost to get a Z32 tranny in the states? Iono, thats the only logical explanation in my head.

no, that doesnt make sence, that would lead me to just get the rb25 tranny, especially if its already an upgrade from a rb20...

i mean...ive neve done an rb into a z32, but im pretty damn sure like 240's ur gonna have to get a custom buil drive shaft, so there goes that as a money savor in the end...

articdragon192 · 09-06-2009, 07:59 PM

To run a Z32 tranny on an RB, you need to swap bell housings. This applies to both the RB25 and RB26. I'm not too sure about the RB20 though.

HYPNOTIK · 09-06-2009, 08:41 PM

How much power are you making with a RB20 that you think you need an upgrade?

BostonDriftah · 09-06-2009, 09:34 PM

Use a rb25 if you need.

like someone said Internals are same from z31 turbo , z32, rb25/26 (minus housing gears are same)

No need to upgrade really tho unless your Breaking the rb20 one already.

Also I think dood typed his thought backwards...

z32 tranny $250 ish.
rb25 tranny $1000 ish

Z31 turbo is best bet has the internal shifter. I HATE Z32 shifter linkage.

brewster240 · 09-06-2009, 09:53 PM

there is so much confusion in this thread.

he meant the rb25 trans is expensive, and he wants to use a z32 trans. it was a typo saying z32 is more.

to op:

you need a rb26 or 25 bellhousing, put it on the z32 trans. then you will need a driveshaft made, depending on what car you are working with.

*DALAZ_68* · 09-06-2009, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by brewster240

there is so much confusion in this thread.

he meant the rb25 trans is expensive, and he wants to use a z32 trans. it was a typo saying z32 is more.

OP - and now u understand the frustrations between new ignorant fucks and people who know how to lay there thoughts properly on the net...lol

brewster240- im not pointing it out directly at you, its just u brought it up first...

ill laugh my ass off though, if he actually meant to type what he did...

brewster240 · 09-06-2009, 11:38 PM

and now i know cause you pointed it out?

i dont know if you've noticed, but ive been around longer then you.

*DALAZ_68* · 09-06-2009, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by brewster240

and now i know cause you pointed it out?

i dont know if you've noticed, but ive been around longer then you.

wasnt towards you... should have put OP...edit now lol

edited lol

projectRDM · 09-07-2009, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by BostonDriftah

Use a rb25 if you need.

like someone said Internals are same from z31 turbo , z32, rb25/26 (minus housing gears are same)

No need to upgrade really tho unless your Breaking the rb20 one already.

Also I think dood typed his thought backwards...

z32 tranny $250 ish.
rb25 tranny $1000 ish

Z31 turbo is best bet has the internal shifter. I HATE Z32 shifter linkage.

Z31 turbo uses a T5 transmission, completely different animal.

eh? · 09-07-2009, 05:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by projectRDM

Z31 turbo uses a T5 transmission, completely different animal.

Not all Z31 Turbo tranny's are T5's

ZBUM's Z31 Transmission Information Page
The Z31 FS5R30A looks almost exactly like the RB25 FS5R30A.

brewster240 · 09-07-2009, 02:42 PM

yeah pathfinders use it too.

Slide~or~die · 09-08-2009, 01:08 PM

ok guys im sry i made a word erro? i meant z32 is less money and easier to find.....

and i figured it out, its not for me its for aa buddy of mine doing a swap(rb25)

all you need for future reference is a RB25 bell housing, driveshaft, mounts, and shifter.

Slide~or~die · 09-08-2009, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DALAZ_68

OP - and now u understand the frustrations between new ignorant fucks and people who know how to lay there thoughts properly on the net...lol

brewster240- im not pointing it out directly at you, its just u brought it up first...

ill laugh my ass off though, if he actually meant to type what he did...

no i didnt, but u can still laugh at my untrained thought and attentiveness to what i type, sry yall got so confused over such a little thing....=o

Slide~or~die · 09-08-2009, 01:12 PM

thanks for the help, from the helpful ones lol=p

Slide~or~die · 09-08-2009, 01:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BostonDriftah

Use a rb25 if you need.

like someone said Internals are same from z31 turbo , z32, rb25/26 (minus housing gears are same)

No need to upgrade really tho unless your Breaking the rb20 one already.

Also I think dood typed his thought backwards...

z32 tranny $250 ish.
rb25 tranny $1000 ish

Z31 turbo is best bet has the internal shifter. I HATE Z32 shifter linkage.

thank u for realizing lol, nd z32 tranny is easier to find, and it can be rebuilt in us of a. thats the only reason i would opp for the z32 but my tranny is fine....this wasnt really for me but a buddy of mine

09-06-2009, 10:49 AM	#1
Slide~or~die Leaky Injector Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: florida Age: 33 Posts: 61 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	RB z32 help! ok guys, i have been searching the web and what not looking for what is needed to do a z32 tranny swap on a RB20/25, im looking for: 1. whats needed to do it? 2. what r the similarities? Any info is appreciated! iv been looking and have not found anythign definitive, so this will be very helpful for other ppl looking for a good tranny that is easier to find(cheaper)

09-06-2009, 10:54 AM	#2
Sileighty_85 Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Misawa, Japan Posts: 6,815 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	The reason why is because anyone who has an RB20 upgrades to a RB25 tranny. The RB25 tranny is beefy so no need to swap in a VG tranny just get an RB25 tranny __________________ 後輪駆動車１番 1989 Built SR GT2871R -363whp 1998 S14 W/RB25- 250ish (For Now) 1986 SR86 - 200ish 1990 R32 GTR - 320hp Don't Buy Engines from JDM-Online http://zilvia.net/f/businesses/207457-jdm-online.html Don't Buy XS-Power or SSAC Shit

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articdragon192 Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: West covina Age: 39 Posts: 6,792 Trader Rating: (9) Feedback Score: 9 reviews	To run a Z32 tranny on an RB, you need to swap bell housings. This applies to both the RB25 and RB26. I'm not too sure about the RB20 though. __________________ Need help? Click here Still stumped? Try this Can't find what you're looking for? Here you go.

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Slide~or~die Leaky Injector Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: florida Age: 33 Posts: 61 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	True, but z32 tranny is more expensive and harder to find, thats y i want to do the z32 trany, plus if i break it i can get it rebuilt to take the abuse.

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eh? Zilvia Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Orlando, FL Age: 44 Posts: 283 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	• View topic - How To: RB25 Trans Mated with Z32 Trans RB25 and Z32 dett are internally the same.

09-06-2009, 09:34 PM	#11
BostonDriftah BANNED Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Beantown Posts: 35 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Use a rb25 if you need. like someone said Internals are same from z31 turbo , z32, rb25/26 (minus housing gears are same) No need to upgrade really tho unless your Breaking the rb20 one already. Also I think dood typed his thought backwards... z32 tranny $250 ish. rb25 tranny $1000 ish Z31 turbo is best bet has the internal shifter. I HATE Z32 shifter linkage.

09-06-2009, 09:53 PM	#12
brewster240 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: tampa bay, fl Age: 42 Posts: 1,042 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	there is so much confusion in this thread. he meant the rb25 trans is expensive, and he wants to use a z32 trans. it was a typo saying z32 is more. to op: you need a rb26 or 25 bellhousing, put it on the z32 trans. then you will need a driveshaft made, depending on what car you are working with.

09-06-2009, 11:38 PM	#14
brewster240 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: tampa bay, fl Age: 42 Posts: 1,042 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	and now i know cause you pointed it out? i dont know if you've noticed, but ive been around longer then you.

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brewster240 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: tampa bay, fl Age: 42 Posts: 1,042 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	yeah pathfinders use it too.

09-08-2009, 01:08 PM	#19
Slide~or~die Leaky Injector Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: florida Age: 33 Posts: 61 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	ok guys im sry i made a word erro? i meant z32 is less money and easier to find..... and i figured it out, its not for me its for aa buddy of mine doing a swap(rb25) all you need for future reference is a RB25 bell housing, driveshaft, mounts, and shifter.

09-08-2009, 01:12 PM	#21
Slide~or~die Leaky Injector Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: florida Age: 33 Posts: 61 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	thanks for the help, from the helpful ones lol=p