F20c conversions

[A.k.]

Iv decided to pop an s2k engine into my 86 an was just wondering if anyone had any info on this conversion, problems, custom parts and such as I'm struggling to find info on it but know it can be done.

Also does anyone know where would find an f20c in Vic??
Cheers guys .

[70XIN]

The biggest problem will be sourcing an F20C, and moreso getting one for a reasonable price (the better side of 7k).

You have a few *small* dramas. A major one is the mounting (specifically the gearbox) because of its shape. You either have to cut the entire tunnel out, or use the JSP engine mount kit, which some people a very opposed to as it spaces the crossmember a shitload down, which throws the suspension geometry waaaaay out. Although in saying that, it doesn't stop john (JSP owner) form driving the absolute shit out of his F20/F22C AE86.

Another small problem is the headers/extractors, as they are on "the wrong side" on a RHD car, so you'll have to fit them through the steering rack which will be a bit tricky (or expensive, if you have to pay an exhaust shop to make them). You'll also have to find someone capable enough to wire it all up.

With all of that said though, i absolutely love the idea of the conversion, it seems to be an awesome match .. the power an AE86 should've had ()

Just await all the sensible people trying to convince you that doing a BEAMS conversion *rolls eyes* haha.

[johl]

not many done in australia if any, try euro and u/s forums i remember seeing quite a few around. not the easiest conversion to do tho

[A.k.]

Yeah thats one of the big reasons im doing it, it's different. Wow 7k?? That's alot lol I read that its only 20kg heavier then the 4age so I was thinking I'd relocate the battery to the boot to keep the balance.
Where do you rekon would be the best bet to find an f20c and six speed box??
Also will the shifter line up with the interior?

[Sam-Q]

nah crap, my friend weighed one and it was 160kg, I cant remember if it had the alternator on it or the exhaust manifold, either way allow +40 to 50kg

[biggo]

Best place to find one is in an S2000

[Sam-Q]

if they wern't a convertible and so damn heavy yes

[ke_70]

lol at the comment on the video!
ill stick with my beams though much much less money and time.
props for giving it a go though!

i saw an f20 at jdm imports at lonsdale in sa when i picked up my beams. pretty sure it would of sold by now though.

[mikeyee]

write up?

[A.k.]

Yeah iv honestly never seen one for sale but then again iv only been looking a couple of days.