



FI-R VQ Swap Pricing.. Updated as of 10/9/08.. New prices, and different packages, to make our swap "more affordable" to you guys..
**UPDATE- 10/9/08- The SAFCII or NEO will NOT work with 02/03 swapped Spec V's, using our current A/C controller and tach adapter. There is a conflict between the two that we are trying to work out in hardware/software. The SAFC WILL work with 04-06 swapped Spec V's, however.. I will update this thread if/when the issue is resolved.**
We NO LONGER require that your QR be in "running" condition.. No exchange is necessary, except for a few parts that are reused during the swap.
Base Swap- $4495.00 (210-215whp) **Add $295.00 for vehicles without immobilizer system (chip in key)
VQ35DE engine
VQ35DE swap kit
- CNC mount kit
- Nissan VQ35 modified brackets (new)
- Nissan VQ35 6spd bell housing (new)
- Grade 8 bolts, nuts, washers
Stock headers (not advised)
FI-R VQ swap y-pipe
Maxima/Altima 6spd engine harness (modified for plug/play application into 02-06 SE-R's)
Maxima/Atima ECU
VQ35DE alternator
VQ35DE power steering pump
Modify existing intake
Twin 12" electric slim cooling fan kit
New belts, fluids, hoses
Modify/tie-in existing exhaust system
Reuse existing clutch (not advised)
Labor to modify QR transmission for VQ engine
Labor to remove existing engine/transmission/wiring
Labor to install VQ35DE engine/transmission
Labor to modify VQ35 wiring harness
Options/upgrades- (prices are added to base price.. includes all parts/labor to install)
*Note- DO NOT "stack" prices for upgrades. Simply add the price for the upgrade that you want to the base price.. Each step up in upgrades, includes the upgrades from the previous "stage".
Stage 1- $595.00
A/C control package/Tach adapter (Allows stock tach and A/C controls to work)
Nylatron CNC'd solid front/rear engine mount inserts (helps to eliminate wheel hop and engine movement)
190 or 255lph fuel pump upgrade
New engine cover (plastic "Nissan" cosmetic engine cover)
Stage 2- $1295.00 (235-245whp)
A/C control package/Tach adapter (Allows stock tach and A/C controls to work)
Nylatron CNC'd solid front/rear engine mount inserts (helps to eliminate wheel hop and engine movement)
190 or 255lph fuel pump upgrade
New engine cover (plastic "Nissan" cosmetic engine cover)
Stainless headers and y-pipe with flex section (+20whp)
250mm clutch upgrade
VQ swap intake (polished aluminum pipe, silicone couplers, clamps and filter) (+5-8whp)
Apexi/Greddy catback exhaust with resonator, and muffler (+10-15whp)
Stage 3- $2895.00 (250-375whp)
A/C control package/Tach adapter (Allows stock tach and A/C controls to work)
Nylatron CNC'd solid front/rear engine mount inserts (helps to eliminate wheel hop and engine movement)
190 or 255lph fuel pump upgrade
New engine cover (plastic "Nissan" cosmetic engine cover)
Stainless headers and y-pipe with flex section (+20whp)
JWT 250mm/1200kg clutch upgrade
JWT lightweight flywheel
VQ swap intake (polished aluminum pipe, silicone couplers, clamps and filter)
FI-R 3" mandrel bent exhaust system
Nitrous Express nitrous oxide kit (single fogger, bottle heater, installed) (+75-125hp)
FI-R VQ swap turbo system- $4295.00 (400whp)
*Note*.. This price will be added to the BASE price kit, and does NOT require any of the stage 2 or 3 upgrades. It is recommended that the stage 1 upgrade be added, however.
FI-R VQ35DE Built Engine- $3795.00
- Carillo H-beam rods
- 8.5:1 OR 10.5:1 JE pistons
- JE rings, wrist pins and spiral locks
- Cometic MLS head gaskets
- ARP head studs
- New timing components, bearings, seals
- Labor to tear down engine
- Labor to bore/hone, hot tank, and prep engine
- Labor to blueprint and assemble engine
JWT C1 camshafts and valvesprings- $1400.00
Ported heads- $1295.00 (includes short side work, bowl area cleanup, port enlargement, valve job and new valve stem seals)
*Note.. includes labor to pull heads off of engine, and reinstall with new gaskets/sealant*
The VQ swap (in any form), does not allow you to retain cruise control. You will throw a check engine light (can be disabled if you wish), for various reasons, beyond our control. This does NOT affect performance at all. The codes are emissions related. Your vehicle WILL pass a tail-pipe "sniffer test", however, it will fail a OBD-II plug in test. Check your local laws for what is/isn't acceptable.
Your stock tach WILL NOT work without the use of our A/C control box and tach adapter. if you choose not to use A/C or the adapter, you will need to purchase, or have us purchase/install an aftermarket tachometer. Check with us for pricing/installation pricing.
We provide a 30 day "no bullshit" warranty, against defects with your engine (bearings, head gaskets, accessories, seals). If something goes wrong (outside of GROSS negligence), we will replace your engine, at no charge. This DOES NOT include damage caused by track use, abuse, or negligence. We will investigate, and use our discretion to decide if the damage should/should not be covered under warranty. I am VERY fair in terms of working with my customers, however, it should not be expected for us to foot the bill for your "racing habit".
We are very proud to provide a lifetime, no questions asked warranty on the engine mount kit. If it breaks.. send it back, and we'll fix it, no questions asked. This includes any CNC mount adapter, or bracket. It DOES NOT include damage to the mounting points on your engine, or other damage caused by wheel hop, or negligence.
ANY warranty work to a swapped vehicle MUST be performed at our location. You will be responsible for shipping and any labor/additional costs involved. We WILL NOT ship out engines/parts, and the vehicle must be inspected at our location prior to ANY warranty claim being honored. NO acceptions..
I think that just about covers everything.. if you have any questions.. please feel free to ask.
Trav4011@hotmail.com
www.fi-r.net
985-713-1542
Last edited by Trav4011 (2008-10-10 01:50:19)
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WOW! you forgot the price on the jwt 250 mm clutch.
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These are right off of the machine.. so I haven't had a chance to clean up the oil, and hit them with a buffing wheel yet.. I still have to get all of the other hardware together for them as well.. But, this gives you an idea of the quality that you're getting. 
Travis
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jerome


nice
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Kevin





And what exactly are those metal bracket thingies?


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hey, travis i sent you an email
want to know the status of my swap kit
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Kevin





What are those metal bracket thingies? And do you have a price for the JWT Flywheel also?
What I want done is gonna take like 10K after I added it up. It will be a while before I can do it tho. Hopefully youre still around by then.


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Those thingies are what hold your VQ in place between the Sentra and VQ brackets.. The JWT flywheel is 395.00.
I'm not going anywhere.. don't worry. 
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Kevin





Oh, like MM extensions. I get it. sweetness.
Well Im leaving for Korea in November for 2 years. So when I get back, thats gonna be my Chirstmas present to myself. 


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Trav,
Would a kevlar clutch (for the QR25) work just as well as the JWT clutch? Only reason, kevlar clutches last very very very long. Changing a clutch on a VQ swapped sentra looks like a PITA haha 
Did you get any further with that microcomputer a/c controller unit? any estimated pricing?
the 350Z/G35 exhaust sound, are you able to get it done through a VQ swap? (I remember reading somewhere that you mentioned you figured out a way?)
The exhaust piping you have listed up there what type of material will it be made of? Mild Steel? Stainless?
How much to do something like http://www.nissanclub.com/forums/2843612-post1161.html to the intake manifold? Other info: http://www.nissanclub.com/forums/2843649-post1164.html | http://www.nissanclub.com/forums/2843761-post1168.html | http://www.nissanclub.com/forums/2844120-post1177.html | The thread is http://www.nissanclub.com/forums/engine … ld-79.html
If we were able to source some of our own aftermarket parts (like cams, headers etc) and we got them to you, would you still install them?
Ecu reflash, recommended? The mods I'm looking at would most likely benefit from a raised redline 
If we have a car that already has a car starter/alarm combo, does that pose a hassle for the install? (I don't have one yet, but I'm looking to buy one soon)
Oh, when are you headed down to Az?
Last edited by Daemos (2006-07-06 14:15:06)
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Tuan Jimmy Phan



Hey I got some of those thingies on my B15!!!

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Kevin





Daemos wrote:
If we were able to source some of our own aftermarket parts (like cams, headers etc) and we got them to you, would you still install them?
I think I can answer this one:
Travis gets them cheaper I believe. I was lookin at the prices for the parts. And the prices he has listed for those parts are alot cheaper.


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RedDragonV09 wrote:
I think I can answer this one:
Travis gets them cheaper I believe. I was lookin at the prices for the parts. And the prices he has listed for those parts are alot cheaper.
some parts I've found he is cheaper, other parts I potentially have the ability to get cheaper (ie camshafts, although I honestly don't know how much the valve springs are, and how much he's charging for labour out of that 1400)
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Daemos wrote:
RedDragonV09 wrote:
I think I can answer this one:
Travis gets them cheaper I believe. I was lookin at the prices for the parts. And the prices he has listed for those parts are alot cheaper.some parts I've found he is cheaper, other parts I potentially have the ability to get cheaper (ie camshafts, although I honestly don't know how much the valve springs are, and how much he's charging for labour out of that 1400)
orly, how do you have the hookup? What parts can you get cheaper?


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RedDragonV09 wrote:
orly, how do you have the hookup? What parts can you get cheaper?
I know some people 
What parts can I get cheaper? That I'd have to double check. I'm pretty sure only certain items, concidering I live across the border and stuff that comes across the border gets raped by canada customs 
Although if it helps the swap move along faster, I'd buy everything from travis, cept maybe for the clutch (when he chimes in about kevlar clutch vs jwt clutch)
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Tuan Jimmy Phan



Hey I am lovein' my JWT clutch.... but ummmm Kevlar!!!

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The JWT clutch will hold about 600hp.. With such a large diameter, there's no need to go with radical facing material on the disc.
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Trav4011 wrote:
The JWT clutch will hold about 600hp.. With such a large diameter, there's no need to go with radical facing material on the disc.
Hmm how about longevity? Kevlar clutches are known to hold more power than stock and last a few times longer than stock. =/
Any word on what an intake manifold would run or the port/polish/valve removal thing?
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Actually, Nissan soaks facing in some sort of coating, that greatly reduces wear, and extends clutch life. The disc is organic with kevlar strands embedded.. but, it's not a "race clutch" by any means.
The pieces for the intake manifold shoud be done next week.. once I get the first piece finished.. I will have a better idea about pricing.
Travis
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Awesome 
So the JWT would last a long time as well (because it has kevlar strands)? Changing the clutch is a PITA on any FWD car haha
(granted I only drive 6000 miles a year...that includes winter)
Any updates on the AC microcontroller?
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hey travis did you receive my email.
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well trav i added it up and it looks like ur gonna be getting about 11519 dollars of mine when i get back from iraq in june of 08 
Last edited by streetrace101 (2006-08-30 00:31:51)
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streetrace101 wrote:
well trav i added it up and it looks like ur gonna be getting about 11519 dollars of mine when i get back from iraq in june of 08
What are you building? Or rather what did you price out?
Last edited by Daemos (2006-08-30 01:22:48)
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Kevin





I think he wants to turbo the vq, I dont know what he priced out tho


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Well according to the list to turbo the VQ is minimal:
$4995.00 installed
Fuel pump upgrade- 150.00
3.0" Mandrel exhaust with resonator, and muffler(+12-15whp)- 389.00
Apexi SAFC II (+5-8whp)- 375.00
JWT 250mm clutch- 335.00
*FI-R VQ swap turbo system- (+150-350whp) 4295.00
$3795.00 (add to base price of swap) (rebuild/forged internals)
As travis mentions * Requires the use of a larger fuel pump and regulator. This also requires the JWT clutch, and installation of our forged piston/rod kit, and basic rebuild kit, as listed below...
So unless if I'm bad at math (which is impossible) the price should be $14334...
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Hell, I dont know, he added it up. maybe he typed it wrong. I'll set him straight to make sure he gets the necessary parts.


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sorry i didnt see the rebuild forged internals section so thats where i went wrong but goody i get to spend an extra 3000 i dint know about thanks guys hahahaha
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travis please let me know the status of my kit
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I think Travis has disappeared again...

Snailed and Built (in progress) http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2191509 Offline
Kevin





I have his AIM and he is on right now. I would post it, but I dont know how he would feel about that. So If you want it PM me


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jeff




How long does this swap take? i would have to ship my car to you so i would need to know how long i would be without it for.
Thanks

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JaCory


does anyone know where i can get a stock spec v 02 motor?
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Jef


your asking a bout a stock motor in a VQ swap thread?
make a thread in the classified section ... call it.
WTB: Stock spec V motor

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zero1600 wrote:
does anyone know where i can get a stock spec v 02 motor?
I'll have on available in a week or so..
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Matt


So, I'm thinking about the whole VQ swap into my sentra but a couple quick questions... first of all where are you located so I can kinda get an idea of where I'm gonna have to take my car to in order to get this done. Second... I already have a turbo sentra, about 280 whp and in your opinion is the VQ swap really worth it or should I just stick to my QR building?
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I'm in Houma, LA.. about 4 1/2 hours east of Houston, for reference..
It's all a matter of preference I suppose.. You could probably sell your turbo kit after we pull it off, and pay for a good portion of your VQ swap. Having built/driven both for years.. I prefer the VQ powered SE-R over a turbo QR powered SE-R.. Much more linear curve, and 100% reliable.
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Matt


I agree... from what I understand the VQ is less prone to the very common detonation of the turbo... well even non turbo QR... It would probably do me good to go ahead and do the swap, by the way do you need the stock headers with the QR when you take it out or do you only need the block? Also I plan on going with the fully built VQ and cams... any other parts you would recommend to go with that combo (other than the turbo... I just don't have the money for that yet). I'll be located at FT Hood TX when we get back from Iraq. So we will definitely be talking.
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Matt


Yeah that's what I figured but will it adjust the price at all if I split it up from the engine install, then the build, then later on do the Turbo kit or will the price stay the same for each one of those individually... of course there are the other addons I'd need as well. I mean all this is just preparation for what I need to save. Right now I've got another year before I'll even be back to do anything about it.... Iraq... the life stealer
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James Kurowski

Travis, I too am very interested in do the VQ swap, Id be doing it myself because I live in GreenBay Wisconsin and getting my car to you would be very difficult. So my question is how much for everything but the motor??
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Mark

hey trav pmed like weeks ago on the swap...will you still be able to do it?
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James Kurowski

Also is 2002 VQ any different than an 2004
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Alex



He doesn't sell the kit anymore. You have to send it to him.

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