E-series Engine Swap

From Datsun 1200 Wiki

E15 (http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=6054&forum=1), E15ET (turbo) or E16 OHC, crossflow engines is an interseting engine swap These are plentiful in mid-80s Pulsars and Sentras, are similar to the A15 and have plenty of go-fast parts available. The E-series was a re-design of the A-series engine with the same bore spacing and other critical measurements, but tailored for front-wheel drive installation. A-series transmissions do bolt to the block but the starter location is different. Some question whether a stock E15 has any real advantage over an A15, but there is no question that the E15ET is a superior design.


Swap Notes

  • Distributor is in back of engine, which will the Datsun 1200 firewall. Remove and use a crank-trigger system like EDIS.
  • Starter?
  • Transmission bolts up and matches the locating dowls, although two holes on each side don't match. Use a modified A-series engine plate.


Discussion: E15 into Datsun 1000 (http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=34212&forum=1)

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E15ET

Turbo Power! Right from the factory. Some question whether a stock E15 has any real advantage over an A15, but there is no question that the E15ET is a superior design. The cylinder head flows more than other E-series engines.


See details in discussion: E15ET Motor - Food for thought (http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=29850&forum=1)


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TnPshow's flickr album 'E15ET RWD' (http://flickr.com/photos/tnpshow/sets/72157602031998472/)