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Statistics & Specifications?
Here's a random assortment of numbers and facts, both for this conversion specifically, as well as general S-chassis lore. For the hardcore, this should be review of things you already know. If that describe you, give yourself a pat on the head and a gold star; you're not ignorant :) LOL! i'm just playin noobs :D
Weights
Stock 1991 240sx LE - 2750lbs
| Stock (to be replaced) | New | |||
| S13 Headlights w/covers (2) | 16.8 lbs | S15 Headlights (2) | 12 lbs | |
| S13 OEM Bumper w/foam | 20.6 lbs | S15 OEM Bumper (urethane only) | 9.6 lbs | |
| S13 OEM Fenders w/front trim & sidemarkers (2) | 28.4 lbs | Inner Circle S13-S15 Fenders (2) | 8 lbs | |
| S13 OEM Radiator Support Brackets (2) | 2.6 lbs | JDM PS13 Headlight Brackets (2) | .5 lb | |
| S13 OEM Hood | 40 lbs | VIS S15 oem-style Carbon Fiber Hood | 24 lbs | |
| S13 OEM Hood Hinges (2) | 2 lbs | S15 Hood Hinges (2) | 2.8 lbs | |
| Random Hardware | 2.2 lbs | Random Hardware | .1 lb | |
| Total Weight | 112.6 lbs | Total Weight | 57 lbs | |
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Total Weight Reduction: 55.6 lbs! |
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Random Findings (lots of clickable stuff here)
- S13 windshield squirters are NOT the same size as S15. They're quite a bit smaller, probably at least 40%. I'm currently trying to find some that fit properly, currently I'm using a gag-gift... Chrome ricer squirters with Green LEDs a friend of mine bought me. I ripped out the wires and painted them black... good enough for now. heh!
- S15 sidemarkers are just about impossible to find. Don't be confused by the tons of people that sell just the lenses, those won't help you, you need the whole light assembly or else there's nothing for the lens to mount to!
- This WHOLE conversion (assuming you have all parts on hand) can be done in a weekend if you push hard. It took me longer, as my time is very limited, especially after having just bought a house, but a couple people working together could definitely get the car ready for paint prep. in 2-3 days.
- If your fenders are like mine, get a LOT of 10mm and 12mm washers. If you don't get the S15 radiator core support, you'll also need them for that.
- Sawzalls are BADASS. I borrowed a co-workers for my work, but even though I'm done with all the cutting, I still had to buy one of my own! You know... in case any of my cats start coppin an attitude.
- HOODPINS! Hoodpins are a MUST!
- A good filtered & ventilated respirator isn't enough when shaving/sanding fiberglass! That crap gets EVERYWHERE, make sure you also have Latex/Polypropelyne (sp?) Gloves, safety vented Goggles, and something to protect all the particles from flying in your hair (and consequently your mouth, eyes, etc), I went with my typical dress of hoodie and bandana combo ;)
