L_jonez Micra Build
#361
Posted 06 February 2014 - 06:50 PM
But I'm really impressed that its got here so quick. It will probably be longer getting to me whilst in the UK.
#365
Posted 06 March 2014 - 10:24 PM
Engine started first crank
#366
Posted 07 March 2014 - 02:06 AM
Nice! Congratulations, you must be happy with that. How's it go now?Engine started first crank
How has the injection effected things? Or is there some setting up to do before a proper comparison can be made.
#367
Posted 07 March 2014 - 08:28 AM
It was cold and dark so I just got it idling smoothly for now.
There's going to be a fair amount of tunning/setting up Before I can make a real comparison.
#368
Posted 25 March 2014 - 06:39 PM
I'm sorry if this is a basic questions, but do you use the normal mini gear stick assembly with the micra engine?
Did you have to make a custon exhaust manifold, or would the micra one fit?
And also, can you use the same pedals as the mini?
Thanks
#369
Posted 25 March 2014 - 07:58 PM
The standard Micra manifold fits fine.
Yep use the mini pedals but the clutch pedal has to be modified if you want to use the cable clutch cable.
#370
Posted 26 March 2014 - 09:16 PM
Or is it not all that's simple?
#371
Posted 26 March 2014 - 09:23 PM
the best bet is to buy the whole micra then strip
Engine & box
All ancillary's
gear linkage
drive shafts
manifolds
ECU
Loom
subframes are the big problem for the micra conversion as they have to be fabricated, although Allspeed now do a frame but its limited to the smaller 1.0l gearbox
Compared to other conversions its probably the simplest but it does throw up the odd problem to over come, every build is different so has its own issues.
#372
Posted 27 March 2014 - 08:56 AM
I think Allspeed are now looking into producing a subframe for the 1.3 engine (see their website).
I would love to fit one of these into my Mk2 midas, but not sure if it would easily fit, and presumably if you fit the injection system, you also need to change the fuel tank. I don't know much about injection systems so not sure about this!
What a shame there isn't a specific kit out there that you can buy off the shelf to convert your car. I've always been very impressed with nissan engineering and their engines, and I can imagine that this conversion has huge benefits.
#373
Posted 27 March 2014 - 09:02 AM
I think Allspeed are now looking into producing a subframe for the 1.3 engine (see their website).
I would love to fit one of these into my Mk2 midas, but not sure if it would easily fit, and presumably if you fit the injection system, you also need to change the fuel tank. I don't know much about injection systems so not sure about this!
What a shame there isn't a specific kit out there that you can buy off the shelf to convert your car. I've always been very impressed with nissan engineering and their engines, and I can imagine that this conversion has huge benefits.
Think you can use 1.3 engine with allspeed frame, but on a 1.0 box?
Probably an amazing around-town combination, but a-roads and motorways would get tiresome
#374
Posted 27 March 2014 - 09:12 AM
I think Allspeed are now looking into producing a subframe for the 1.3 engine (see their website).
I would love to fit one of these into my Mk2 midas, but not sure if it would easily fit, and presumably if you fit the injection system, you also need to change the fuel tank. I don't know much about injection systems so not sure about this!
What a shame there isn't a specific kit out there that you can buy off the shelf to convert your car. I've always been very impressed with nissan engineering and their engines, and I can imagine that this conversion has huge benefits.
Clearly Rob has now realised he made a mistake with the first version with the small gearbox.
http://www.allspeede...n/cg13-subframe
His frame isn't a direct fit in a Midas, the heelboard on the Midas isn't exactly the same as a Mini, and the front mounts are wrong too. You'd also need to make room for the engine in the headlight area. One of us will do it one day.
#375
Posted 27 March 2014 - 10:27 AM
Ah, thank you.
Whats the micra engine like on a-roads and dual carrageways? i intend to use the allspeed frame so would be restricted to the 1.0 engine.
Thanks
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