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Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by Timblogga(op): 6:26pm On Jul 06, 2021
Hello all, I have a 1989 Nissan Bluebird in my village, and I have been thinking of building my own dream “classic” car.
So it’s a 1989 4cyl Manual tranny car.
I will be installing android navigator and a whole lot of other stuff. My main concern is with the engine upgrades and adaptability considering the car is a manual gear, I want to know if the IS350 engine can be adapted to it successfully. Thanks

Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by oweniwe(m): 6:40pm On Jul 06, 2021
Why different engine from gear?

Put the IS engine and auto gear together.. (if it is workable)

The gear lever area Can be remodelled by a good upholstery craftsman
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by mejai(m): 6:56pm On Jul 06, 2021
Village people on overdrive grin
I like ur moral. Anyways, I am here to learn.

Nurey
Kingreign
Gazzuzz
Heavenlybang
As you come, call ur pals too.
New lecture on cartalk has started.
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by lilvicky68(m): 7:00pm On Jul 06, 2021
Wow... Will be glad to see how it goes sha .
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by Timblogga(op): 7:03pm On Jul 06, 2021
oweniwe:
Why different engine from gear?

Put the IS engine and auto gear together.. (if it is workable)

The gear lever area Can be remodelled by a good upholstery craftsman
I really love the idea of a manual car, and also wanna maintain some classic features of the car, but definitely I want more power. Will be ordering classic 17” rims from AliExpress since it’s 4 bolts.
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by Timblogga(op): 7:04pm On Jul 06, 2021
mejai:
Village people on overdrive grin
I like ur moral. Anyways, I am here to learn.

Nurey
Kingreign
Gazzuzz
Heavenlybang
As you come, call ur pals too.
New lecture on cartalk has started.
Just want be sure so I don’t make a really bad choice. Definitely I want a turbo charged V6 with cold intake and modified exhaust on it.
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by okoroemeka(m): 7:14pm On Jul 06, 2021
Timblogga:
Hello all, I have a 1989 Nissan Bluebird in my village, and I have been thinking of building my own dream “classic” car.
So it’s a 1989 4cyl Manual tranny car.
I will be installing android navigator and a whole lot of other stuff. My main concern is with the engine upgrades and adaptability considering the car is a manual gear, I want to know if the IS350 engine can be adapted to it successfully. Thanks
the 2008 Lexus is250 engine will come with a ECU and numerous sensors,and that Nissan bluebird is Definitely a carburetor engine,how on hell are you going to connect the electrical system,or less you are buying the engine/gear and complete wire harness,
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by okoroemeka(m): 7:17pm On Jul 06, 2021
Timblogga:
Just want be sure so I don’t make a really bad choice. Definitely I want a turbo charged V6 with cold intake and modified exhaust on it.
it may be a struggle to get a v6 that will fit into the engine bay of that bluebird,but I have seen a Maxima v6 engine with carburetor, that is what you need if u can fit it into the engine bay
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by Timblogga(op): 7:24pm On Jul 06, 2021
okoroemeka:
the 2008 Lexus is250 engine will come with a ECU and numerous sensors,and that Nissan bluebird is Definitely a carburetor engine,how on hell are you going to connect the electrical system,or less you are buying the engine/gear and complete wire harness,
Thanks. That’s why I actually opened the thread. what alternative Japanese engine that’s more recent and powerful do you suggest please?
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by RZArecta(m): 7:31pm On Jul 06, 2021
I miss Sienna, he would have guided you properly
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by oweniwe(m):
RZArecta:
I miss Sienna, he would have guided you properly
Siena would advise against it

Timblogga:
I really love the idea of a manual car.
It is is not about manual or auto. It is about what will make the car drive well with peace of mind. Mating an auto engine with manual transmission is recipe for disaster if not properly done well

If you really want manual, find a camry big daddy or muscle with manual gear and see if the engine will fit into it.
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by Kewtt: 7:59pm On Jul 06, 2021
Village people on da beat
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by KnightsTemplar(m): 8:07pm On Jul 06, 2021
OP do it, my Peugeot 1964 model has a 2016 Lexus RX350 V6 engine in it, and it's moving smooth, no problems at all, turbo charged and all, for real.
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by Timblogga(op): 8:08pm On Jul 06, 2021
KnightsTemplar:
OP do it, my Peugeot 1964 model has a 2016 Lexus RX350 V6 engine in it, and it's moving smooth, no problems at all, turbo charged and all, for real.
Whoa! Interesting. Please kindly share pics I’ll really appreciate.
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by HeavenlyBang(m): 8:23pm On Jul 06, 2021
Timblogga:
Hello all, I have a 1989 Nissan Bluebird in my village, and I have been thinking of building my own dream “classic” car.
So it’s a 1989 4cyl Manual tranny car.
I will be installing android navigator and a whole lot of other stuff. My main concern is with the engine upgrades and adaptability considering the car is a manual gear, I want to know if the IS350 engine can be adapted to it successfully. Thanks
The fact that you have to ask this means you're nowhere near equipped for it.
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by Timblogga(op): 8:40pm On Jul 06, 2021
HeavenlyBang:
The fact that you have to ask this means you're nowhere near equipped for it.
I’m not a mechanic so definitely I’m outsourcing it. If I feel the project will be waste of money later, then I’ll just stick to restoring car. Premium paint job, leather stitching, new custom rims and other cosmetics.
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by diportivo: 8:52pm On Jul 06, 2021
longitudinal vs transversal

this project no worth am

if the KA24DE can fit inside that engine bay u go like am......that engine makes sense when it comes to hp
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by Kewtt: 8:55pm On Jul 06, 2021
Timblogga:
I’m not a mechanic so definitely I’m outsourcing it. If I feel the project will be waste of money later, then I’ll just stick to restoring car. Premium paint job, leather stitching, new custom rims and other cosmetics.
Sell that car to onirin people
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by Kewtt: 8:57pm On Jul 06, 2021
KnightsTemplar:
OP do it, my Peugeot 1964 model has a 2016 Lexus RX350 V6 engine in it, and it's moving smooth, no problems at all, turbo charged and all, for real.
That contraption will split apart at all its joints if half the power of the engine configuration powers it for a few minutes
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by AgentGoat: 9:31pm On Jul 06, 2021
Timblogga:
Whoa! Interesting. Please kindly share pics I’ll really appreciate.
He's just kidding.
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by kingreign(m): 10:22pm On Jul 06, 2021
RB26DETT, RB-X GT2, 1JZ-GTE, 2JZ-GTE, Chevy's LS-1 engines are way better and easier to install in any car than this 2GR-FSE.
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by Nobody: 10:22pm On Jul 06, 2021
Kewtt:
That contraption will split apart at all its joints if half the power of the engine configuration powers it for a few minutes
noh mind ham o, make he dey LIE give OP.
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by RZArecta(m): 10:25pm On Jul 06, 2021
oweniwe:
Siena would advise against it



It is is not about manual or auto. It is about what will make the car drive well with peace of mind. Mating an auto engine with manual transmission is recipe for disaster if not properly done well

If you really want manual, find a camry bug daddy or muscle with manual gear and see if the engine will fit into it.
he'll advice against fitting an IS250 engine but would have given a better more viable option
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by okoroemeka(m): 7:00pm On Jul 07, 2021
Timblogga:
Whoa! Interesting. Please kindly share pics I’ll really appreciate.
he is obviously pulling your legs how can u put a Lexus RX engine in a Peugeot 404,the cost of the engine and gear alone will buy 3-4 Peugeot 404
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by okoroemeka(m): 7:09pm On Jul 07, 2021
RZArecta:
he'll advice against fitting an IS250 engine but would have given a better more viable option
if you are residing in the southeast take your time and go to mgbuka obosi in onitsha,I have seen many compact v6 engines there that will fit into that engine bay,a Maxima v6, Volkswagen golf v6,but the sure bet v6 engine that will work is Suzuki every korope v6,but I don't know if they are transverse or back wheel drive,but why worry yourself with such project with a no heritage car like a bluebird,what will fit this type of project is a classic Peugeot 504 or 505 evolution,with the bigger engine bay you can fit a straight 6 engine from a Nissan Laurel and have all the power you want,a pimped 505 evolution will turn heads but the bluebird will not.

Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by Kewtt: 8:45pm On Jul 07, 2021
okoroemeka:
if you are residing in the southeast take your time and go to mgbuka obosi in onitsha,I have seen many compact v6 engines there that will fit into that engine bay,a Maxima v6, Volkswagen golf v6,but the sure bet v6 engine that will work is Suzuki every korope v6,but I don't know if they are transverse or back wheel drive,but why worry yourself with such project with a no heritage car like a bluebird,what will fit this type of project is a classic Peugeot 504 or 505 evolution,with the bigger engine bay you can fit a straight 6 engine from a Nissan Laurel and have all the power you want,a pimped 505 evolution will turn heads but the bluebird will not.
505 will not turn any head. Behold old things have passed away and all things have become new....
Re: Can I Swap A 2008 Lexus IS350 Engine To A 1989 Nissan Bluebird? by Nobody: 8:46pm On Jul 07, 2021
I know u are passionate....but I don't think this is a good idea

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