{"id":18098,"date":"2017-10-11T06:15:44","date_gmt":"2017-10-11T11:15:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/engineswapdepot.com\/?p=18098"},"modified":"2017-10-11T01:20:31","modified_gmt":"2017-10-11T06:20:31","slug":"1978-mustang-with-a-nissan-turbo-inline-four","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/engineswapdepot.com\/?p=18098","title":{"rendered":"1978 Mustang with a Nissan Turbo Inline-Four"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"1978<\/a><\/p>\n

Jason Bowman purchased a 1978 Ford Mustang II Mach 1 in 1992 when he was 18 years old. Over the years it has seen a full restoration and several engines. However it’s the last engine choice that really separates this Mustang from the herd. <\/p>\n

\"1978<\/a><\/p>\n

\"1978<\/a><\/p>\n

The Mustang ran several Ford 302 ci V8 engines with the last having a .060 overbore. The engine had a hard time staying cool even with an aluminum radiator and electric fans. The three-speed automatic transmission didn’t help either, especially on the highway.<\/p>\n

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\"1978<\/a><\/p>\n

When Jason started considering another engine, he knew he wanted fuel injection and if possible drop some weight in the front. He also wanted taller gears only a five or six-speed manual could only deliver. Jason thought back to a 2.0 L SR20DET inline-four he installed in another vehicle and how well it performed. He realized the Nissan engine and accompanying transmission would solve his issues. <\/p>\n

\"1978<\/a><\/p>\n

Originally Jason wanted a SR20DET and six-speed manual from a Nissan S15 but the Importer recommended using a Nissan S14A because it comes with a T28 ball bearing turbocharger and stronger five-speed manual.<\/p>\n

\"1978<\/a><\/p>\n

Installing the inline-four into the Mustang engine bay required custom mounts that connected to the factory mount points. Even though it probably will never be turned back to a V8, Jason felt good knowing it still could. He also switched to a Subaru Justy alternator and Spriso Motorsports mount because the factory Nissan alternator and mount was too large.<\/p>\n

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\"1978<\/a><\/p>\n

Jason upgraded the engine with a Nissan 300ZX mass air flow sensor, FiveO 550 cc injectors, and ECU tune by RS-Enthalpy. Jason estimates the engine produces 275+ horsepower and 245 lb-ft of torque. To keep the front looking stock Jason opted for an air-to-water intercooler inside the engine bay.<\/p>\n

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\"1978<\/a><\/p>\n

The five-speed manual transmission was installed thanks to a modified Mustang II crossmember and GM transmission mount. Since the Mustang originally came with an automatic transmission Jason needed to build a clutch system. He built it using a Nissan 240SX master\/slave cylinder and custom linkage.<\/p>\n

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\"1978<\/a><\/p>\n

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The transmission connects to the factory Ford 8″ rear end via a custom driveshaft.<\/p>\n

\"1978<\/a><\/p>\n

\"1978<\/a><\/p>\n

Jason upgraded the front brakes with KVR 11″ slotted rotors and Hawk HPS pads. The wheels are five-lug thanks to an Allstar Performance brake kit that uses Ford Granada rotors, custom brackets and GM metric calipers.<\/p>\n

\"1978<\/a><\/p>\n

\"1978<\/a><\/p>\n

Inside the cabin Jason made a custom dash from aluminum, fiberboard, and fiberglass. The dash holds a rail Tech Vapor all-in-one dashboard flanked by AEM wideband and boost controller gauges. Below that is a series of toggle switches to control functions like lights and wipers.<\/p>\n

\"1978<\/a><\/p>\n

\"1978<\/a><\/p>\n

Jason’s Mustang has given him many years of enjoyment and thanks to his tremendous work it will continue to do so.<\/p>\n

\"1978<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Jason Bowman purchased a 1978 Ford Mustang II Mach 1 in 1992 when he was 18 years old. Over the years it has seen a full restoration and several engines. However it’s the last engine choice that really separates this Mustang from the herd. 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