I don't know the ratios, but I've owned both and I believe they're exactly the same in the 99+ models.. G'day I remember reading that the ute has a slightly higher ratio. I have tried to find where I saw the info. I was looking at just importing the gearbox and front end but would have had to get t...

I don't know the ratios, but I've owned both and I believe they're exactly the same in the 99+ models.. G'day I remember reading that the ute has a slightly higher ratio. I have tried to find where I saw the info. I was looking at just importing the gearbox and front end but would have had to get t...

G'day I am impressed with your success. A couple of questions: 1. Why did you use the NZ adaptor plate for the gearbox? Was this instead of getting the block modified? 5. What model Honda is the D16 alloy 3 core Radiator out of? and did you still use the Carry thermo fan? 6. Sump needed all the G13b...

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Thanks for all the good info.
I am still trying to find an RTA approved Engineer to sign off on the swap.

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It is going to happen.
I picked up a 1999 Baleno 2 door with 160k for $300 on Gumtree.

The idea of using the APV sump and pickup should save some work and my neighbour has offered to make a set of extractors and free flowing exhaust.

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Chris

G'day I am getting ready to have a crack at the conversion. Yesterday I have bought a 99 Baleno for $300: http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/birmingham-gardens/wrecking/1999-suzuki-baleno-hatch-wrecking-for-parts-/1002909156 A good read is at: http://redlinegti.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=22400&am...

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I AM lacking in knowledge AND ability, and I am old, so any suggestions are gratefully appreciated.

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The belt broke about 12 months ago and the head had to be rebuilt by the previous owner. A new belt and seal was installed but the seal failed. As the belt is in as new condition and done little mileage I am confident in putting it back in.
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Success!!! I have replaced the front seal. If an old bloke like me can do it then anybody should be able to. I did it in a dirt paddock on a set of car ramps. with a trampoline mat to lay on. It took me about 4 hours and there was no special tools needed ( although smaller hands would have helped). ...

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Thanks for the warning.
I downloaded the Carry Service Manual and printed out the relevant parts.

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Thanks for the encouragement. I will give it a go over the weekend and let you know how I get on.

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Chris

G'day I bought a '99 Carry that had a head rebuild after a cam belt let go. It has traveled about 30,000kms since then and the crankshaft oil seal has just failed in a big way so it obviously has not been changed. The salesman at the spare parts place says that the leaking oil will have affected the...

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I just bought some bits for my '99 Carry from Caloundra Wreckers. ph 1300 365 697
Price was really good and service was quick.

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The problem you face is if you have an accident. The Insurance Scumbags will try to weasel out of paying. Non-standard wheels are common cause of denial of payout so check with your Insurer as to acceptability.

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G'day An update on my slipping clutch. I found an ebay shop that would do it for $300 plus $40 freight. I printed the reply and showed it to a couple of local spare parts places. One could nearly match it so I gave them my business. I got an Exedy kit for $350 delivered. Now what was interesting was...