Looking to hire KA24E expert for swap

LittleWhiteNissan · 07-10-2020, 00:12

Hi there I'm Ruben
Proud owner of a LHD London Taxi (Fairway Driver model)
You might know that these cabs came from the factory with stock Nissan TD27 diesel (but without the turbo) mated to a Nissan 5 speed manual gearbox.

Long story short, the country I wish to export this car to does not allow classic cars with a diesel engine, only petrol.

My taxi is currently located in West Yorkshire,
I don't care where you are. If you're a KA24E EXPERT (!) I'll have the car delivered to you.
At the same time I'll have a Terrano Petrol with a good KA24E engine delivered to you as well so that the swap is easier with a running engine, as well as ECU and harness.

This cab is currently fully stock.

If you're up for it, or know of an expert who is, drop me a line, I'd be happy to be in touch with them.

Cheers,
Ruben

solarman216 · 07-10-2020, 11:05

Hi I used to run a KA 24 and got to know them pretty well, it will have to be a complete engine and gearbox swap, now as I doubt the London Taxi was 4 wheel drive (I have no knowledge of them) and I am fearful that there will not be room for the transfer box in the Taxi, the 2.7 box will not graft onto the KA 24, and yes the KA 24 had an ECU so indeed the whole loom will be needed, some task you have set yourself, a few years ago I would had a go but not now sorry, best of luck Rick

LittleWhiteNissan · 07-10-2020, 11:28

Hi there Solarman
Thank you kindly for your reply.
The london cab is RWD, and I was thinking to remove the bellhousing of the TD27 diesel, and fit the bellhousing of the KA24E onto it.
(My TD27 FS5W71C RWD gearbox has 3000 kms on it, I'm not joking)

Would you think a bellhousing change will be possible?

Thank you kindly
Ruben

solarman216 · 07-10-2020, 20:07

Not possible the bell housing is part of the main box, Rick

Wallace · 07-10-2020, 21:04

I'm no expert on the KA24 but you would be wanting a RWD gearbox from a Nissan road car or pickup to use the engine. I might be interested in the remains of the Terrano if you go ahead, what is it like?

Edit: Is the Taxi automatic?

solarman216 · 07-10-2020, 21:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wallace

I'm no expert on the KA24 but you would be wanting a RWD gearbox from a Nissan road car or pickup to use the engine. I might be interested in the remains of the Terrano if you go ahead, what is it like?

Edit: Is the Taxi automatic?

You have a point their maybe a Skyline would be the answer, Rick

Wallace · 07-10-2020, 21:25

A lot of the cars I can think of that may have a suitable gearbox have ended up in the drifting community so would likely be subjected to hiked up prices from 'scene tax'.

solarman216 · 07-10-2020, 23:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wallace

A lot of the cars I can think of that may have a suitable gearbox have ended up in the drifting community so would likely be subjected to hiked up prices from 'scene tax'.

Gobbledegook to me, Rick

lfteixeira · 09-10-2020, 08:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by solarman216

Hi I used to run a KA 24 and got to know them pretty well, it will have to be a complete engine and gearbox swap, now as I doubt the London Taxi was 4 wheel drive (I have no knowledge of them) and I am fearful that there will not be room for the transfer box in the Taxi, the 2.7 box will not graft onto the KA 24, and yes the KA 24 had an ECU so indeed the whole loom will be needed, some task you have set yourself, a few years ago I would had a go but not now sorry, best of luck Rick

Why not make it 4x4 ?

It would be one of a kind London Cab...

07-10-2020, 00:12	#1
LittleWhiteNissan Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: London Vehicle: Black Cab w/Terrano engin Posts: 35	Looking to hire KA24E expert for swap Hi there I'm Ruben Proud owner of a LHD London Taxi (Fairway Driver model) You might know that these cabs came from the factory with stock Nissan TD27 diesel (but without the turbo) mated to a Nissan 5 speed manual gearbox. Long story short, the country I wish to export this car to does not allow classic cars with a diesel engine, only petrol. My taxi is currently located in West Yorkshire, I don't care where you are. If you're a KA24E EXPERT (!) I'll have the car delivered to you. At the same time I'll have a Terrano Petrol with a good KA24E engine delivered to you as well so that the swap is easier with a running engine, as well as ECU and harness. This cab is currently fully stock. If you're up for it, or know of an expert who is, drop me a line, I'd be happy to be in touch with them. Cheers, Ruben

07-10-2020, 11:05	#2
solarman216 Off road maniac Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bexhill on Sea Vehicle: Y60 Patrol Me, 3 ltr Mrs Posts: 17,428	Hi I used to run a KA 24 and got to know them pretty well, it will have to be a complete engine and gearbox swap, now as I doubt the London Taxi was 4 wheel drive (I have no knowledge of them) and I am fearful that there will not be room for the transfer box in the Taxi, the 2.7 box will not graft onto the KA 24, and yes the KA 24 had an ECU so indeed the whole loom will be needed, some task you have set yourself, a few years ago I would had a go but not now sorry, best of luck Rick __________________ Ex banger racer now off road maniac Lokka on the front with manual hubs Diff lock on rear 3 inch SS straight through exhaust Manly winch bumper with 13000 lb winch 10 spike ground anchor, with multiple straps and blocks Super strong body cills capped with scaffold pole 20% stronger springs all round aggressive off road tyres on wheels so just swap. Aim to get stuck and be completely self sufficient in extraction, love getting muddy, 2ft deep is good but rare.

07-10-2020, 11:28	#3
LittleWhiteNissan Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: London Vehicle: Black Cab w/Terrano engin Posts: 35	Bellhousing question Hi there Solarman Thank you kindly for your reply. The london cab is RWD, and I was thinking to remove the bellhousing of the TD27 diesel, and fit the bellhousing of the KA24E onto it. (My TD27 FS5W71C RWD gearbox has 3000 kms on it, I'm not joking) Would you think a bellhousing change will be possible? Thank you kindly Ruben

07-10-2020, 20:07	#4
solarman216 Off road maniac Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bexhill on Sea Vehicle: Y60 Patrol Me, 3 ltr Mrs Posts: 17,428	Not possible the bell housing is part of the main box, Rick __________________ Ex banger racer now off road maniac Lokka on the front with manual hubs Diff lock on rear 3 inch SS straight through exhaust Manly winch bumper with 13000 lb winch 10 spike ground anchor, with multiple straps and blocks Super strong body cills capped with scaffold pole 20% stronger springs all round aggressive off road tyres on wheels so just swap. Aim to get stuck and be completely self sufficient in extraction, love getting muddy, 2ft deep is good but rare.

07-10-2020, 21:04	#5
Wallace Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Middlesex Vehicle: '97 Terrano II 2.4 Xtreme Posts: 368	I'm no expert on the KA24 but you would be wanting a RWD gearbox from a Nissan road car or pickup to use the engine. I might be interested in the remains of the Terrano if you go ahead, what is it like? Edit: Is the Taxi automatic?

07-10-2020, 21:25	#7
Wallace Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Middlesex Vehicle: '97 Terrano II 2.4 Xtreme Posts: 368	A lot of the cars I can think of that may have a suitable gearbox have ended up in the drifting community so would likely be subjected to hiked up prices from 'scene tax'.