Suzuki G Engine Swap
Suzuki G-series B (16-valve) engine is a lightweight, high-output, twin-cam four cylinder. For example, the G13B from GTI Swift is lighter than A15, but 109 HP compare to 80HP for an A15.
Overview
The beauty of this engine is the power, torque and weight capability. 125HP with carb and exhaust changes.
- 10kg lighter than A10
- 20kg lighter than A15 when all considered
GB13 in Datsun 1000
See wikipedia:Suzuki G engine G13B G13BA SOHC G13BB (MPFI) G16B
G13B in Datsun 1200
Sources
G16B * 1990–2005 Suzuki Escudo TA01R/W-2.3.4.5 * 1992–1997 Suzuki Esteem * 1995–2002 Suzuki Cultus Crescent * Geo Tracker * Suzuki Sidekick * 1995-1997 Suzuki X-90 * Suzuki Swift * 1994 Suzuki Vitara 16V
Ignition
Distributor: because it is on the back of the head, some mod will be needed.
- Cut hole in firewall
- OR, use an inexpensive Crank Trigger ignition with coil packs
- OR, use a right-angle distributor from a circa 1987 Suzuki G13A along with custom adapter plate
Suzi-tech at Thornliegh made the dizzy and it cost a fortune. If I was to do it again I would just cut the fire wall. I think you can use a Mazda cap which gives you more room.
Turbo
Cooling
Transmission
Gearbox: use Suzuki Sierra or Samurai gearbox or Geo Tracker
The box will fit easily in a 1200 tunnel if it is the 4x2 version.
In Datsun 1000
Shifter
Gearlever moved forward on Suzuki gearbox
This is the lever moved forward with flat alloy cover plate then use a Sierra or other shifter housing
Gav
GB13 in Datsun 1000. See Build Project discussion: G13B into my KB10
Lightened flywheel
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