I’ve watched several videos on SC400 manual swaps and they all left me discouraged. This is by far the best swap tutorial on UA-cam. Good job dude. Only questions I have are.. can you link the products you used to the video description and what are the torque specs for everything? What are your plans for the diff and gearing? Weld? Or is there a used limited slip option from another Toyota besides the Supra? Something cheap and readily available at a junk yard? Keep the videos coming dude. Cheers PS… can you post the 0-60 time? I know the swap makes it quicker but nobody has confirmed how much quicker.
Since he hasn't answered I will go to autosportengineering he has kit or xat much better than Collins...get Torsen LSD supra TT automatic will fit your pumpkin your 3.92 gears are a bit short but acceleration is better. Or get clutch style tomei or kaaz. I can't speak for acceleration I was already modified before swap and manual
I have linked some of the products in the description, if you have any questions feel free to dm me on instagram. Plan to stick with stock 92 sc400 diff and just weld it. Torque specs would take some time to lay out but like I said my dm is open. Supra LSD is very pricey! Also I feel bad for the guy who went with auto sport engineering kit
@brananandreu4086 stock it's really good. In regards to aftermarket support you're probably better of with a non vvti engine. It depends on what you're going for really. I really wouldn't say the vvti is undesirable.
I don’t think so on this vehicle, if I didn’t put it in the video I didn’t have too. On some Is300’s I have but not a whole lot since these kits use the factory bell housings
I've done this swap on 2J aristo. At low speed, its sucks. Box sounds like a bag of hammers in a concrete mixer. Under load/spirited driving.... bad ass 😊
I have a soarer what parts would I need that’s not listed in this videos, I know some parts aren’t compatible since it’s RHD but I don’t know what they are and where to find them
Great video loved all the helpful tips you included as well. I have made the decision to do the swap. But stuck on to buy new or used. As someone who has bought both new and used models. Would you recommend buying new one or just get a lower milage used one?
I’ve had quite a few issues with used ones. So if it were something I planned on keeping for long term. I would go New because they’re not that much more. $1000 for a decent used ones now a days and $1800ish for a brand new one that you know works
@@KBNZUS Thank you for the response. I was leaning towards a new one. But wanted to speak with someone who has had experiences with both new & used. Thanks for helping my decision.
Thanks for the knowledge. I have a 93, what options did you choose on the Collins website on the drop downs. What clutch would you recommend to reduce CD noise?
@@KBNZUS Thank you for the information, I only ask because I just did a cd009 swap in my truck and I am having some issues with it into 5/6 gears, I put redline MT85 in it, I seen a few people going with the MT90 because of the issues I am having, I might look into oem fluid.
Great video! I'm curious - why a Collins kit instead of - say -a XAT kit? Also, I see that is a non-VVTI SC. Would there be any difference if you had a VVTI car? How's that Nakamichi stereo holding up?
I have had a Collins Kit on my IS300 without any issues for 5 years so I was familiar with it and know it works. The process should be the same for the VVti. The amp failed and the whole stereo system was updated with aftermarket parts
yes! way nicer then the stock auto. the only thing I don't like about the cd is the noise, but that can be solved with a lot of sound insulation in the shifter area and maybe a full face clutch instead of puck clutch if you want a factory feel.
RPM works without anymore. speedo you need to use a gps sped from summit. Reverse wires need to be wired from the cd009 reverse switch to the sc400 reverse pinout. I have yet to install these things
@@KBNZUS Of course, RPM is engine speed. What am I thinking. So just the speedometer to work out. Hope you put up a vid of the reverse light. After watching your video, I feel pretty confident in doing this myself.
they're noisy transmissions when you get rid of the factory dual mass flywheel, I ended up using a lot of foam around the shifter area under the boot to dampen the noise
3.92 lsd torsen diff is very short gears 1st very short and 2nd I had 400-500hp before I blew it up....3.26 longer gears more evenly spaced but you will lose acceleration...engine not diff blew up
Just out of curiosity now that you have a 6 speed manual did mpg improve from the extra gear or is the ratio still short to where there’s no improvement. Ik it’s an odd question but just curious
I never really got to test, I sold the car but I’d say I got worse gas mileage after just because I was more in the throttle with the short ratios and it being more fun to drive. It was a weekend car for me not a daily
Ok wait at 18min 18 sec he puts the sealet on the outside of the bolt holes thats a no no it can leak out of the bolt holes for anyone whos is wanting to know how to really seal things
NEVER DELETE THIS VIDEO!! ill be using it when i plan on manual swapping my sc :D
I’ll leave it up forever for you!
Me as well
Best 39 minutes ever spent, great build
Gotta love the beast. Good to meet you Lance.
I’ve watched several videos on SC400 manual swaps and they all left me discouraged. This is by far the best swap tutorial on UA-cam. Good job dude. Only questions I have are.. can you link the products you used to the video description and what are the torque specs for everything?
What are your plans for the diff and gearing? Weld? Or is there a used limited slip option from another Toyota besides the Supra? Something cheap and readily available at a junk yard?
Keep the videos coming dude.
Cheers
PS… can you post the 0-60 time?
I know the swap makes it quicker but nobody has confirmed how much quicker.
Since he hasn't answered I will go to autosportengineering he has kit or xat much better than Collins...get Torsen LSD supra TT automatic will fit your pumpkin your 3.92 gears are a bit short but acceleration is better. Or get clutch style tomei or kaaz. I can't speak for acceleration I was already modified before swap and manual
I have linked some of the products in the description, if you have any questions feel free to dm me on instagram. Plan to stick with stock 92 sc400 diff and just weld it. Torque specs would take some time to lay out but like I said my dm is open. Supra LSD is very pricey! Also I feel bad for the guy who went with auto sport engineering kit
Also sorry for the late reply, I’m just a normal guy who does this on the side with a normal busy life. I appreciate your kind words!
@@KBNZUS that’s what makes it cool.
thank you for showing every step!!!! online forum threads dont have pictures anymore
Glad it was helpful!
Nice job. Love the trac off button install looks very stock Toyota-ish.
So happy i own this car now, its been super sick
Take good care of Lance!
@@KBNZUS i will, currently addressing the 2nd gear grind/pop out issue. got some mt85 trans fluid im putting in next week
@@marcfonrose4333 feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns on the car
@@marcfonrose4333uh oh , it came with issues ?
Amazing documentation. I’m currently swapping my sc400
Thank you so much
Glad it was helpful!
Dude your the hero we don't deserve! Very detailed vid! Thabks for sharing!
What's Thabks ?
@@smerk429 I meant to spell *thanks* but my thumb on my touch screen said otherwise
@@saeturn29 lol i was just trolling smh
Just picked up a clean sc400 and this is the video we all need so thank you!
Now do this to my sc400?:)
It's a easy swap transmission is just heavy as hell you can do it 😀
@@dannylam4784 idk about that, it looked like a ton of custom work lol
Who in SoCal can I pay for this service ony SC300?
@@ethansmith8442 I would imagine the custom stuff is mostly all made for you as long as you buy the kits that he shows in the video
Collins kit and few more conversions
The best best vid on this subject 😮
A manual sc400 is my dream car. I'm hoping to find one with a non-vvti 1UZ in the coming year.
Is the VVTI undesirable?
@brananandreu4086 stock it's really good. In regards to aftermarket support you're probably better of with a non vvti engine. It depends on what you're going for really. I really wouldn't say the vvti is undesirable.
@@iwasjustchillin i have an sc400 for sale in mn, where are you located? 110k original miles
My rear sub frame broke on my 92’ sc400 im happy it did i was waiting for a reason to do this.
Man this makes me want to do a cd009 swap on my GS 400! The hardest part will be the fact that I don't have a shop lift...
Did you have to bash the trans tunnel at all for it to fit? I've read some mixed comments about this on the forums... great video. Thanks for sharing!
I don’t think so on this vehicle, if I didn’t put it in the video I didn’t have too. On some Is300’s I have but not a whole lot since these kits use the factory bell housings
What was total cost to install manual transmission, and everything else needed for the swap?
lance core is actually inspirational😂
can you tell me about the exhaust setup???
I've done this swap on 2J aristo. At low speed, its sucks. Box sounds like a bag of hammers in a concrete mixer.
Under load/spirited driving.... bad ass 😊
I have heard that u can only buy the clutch from collins if u use there kit and won't be able to use any 350z or g35 clutch. is that true
sounds so good whats the exhaust setup
In this video it just had the rear oem section removed
Any idea how similar this swap is to a '98 LS400 ?
Got any videos of IS300 swap?
How do you wire up the reverse lights
I have a soarer what parts would I need that’s not listed in this videos, I know some parts aren’t compatible since it’s RHD but I don’t know what they are and where to find them
It would be pretty much the same process on a ls400 right?
Great video loved all the helpful tips you included as well. I have made the decision to do the swap. But stuck on to buy new or used. As someone who has bought both new and used models. Would you recommend buying new one or just get a lower milage used one?
I’ve had quite a few issues with used ones. So if it were something I planned on keeping for long term. I would go New because they’re not that much more. $1000 for a decent used ones now a days and $1800ish for a brand new one that you know works
@@KBNZUS Thank you for the response. I was leaning towards a new one. But wanted to speak with someone who has had experiences with both new & used. Thanks for helping my decision.
@@KBNZUSso you’re telling me a new transmission went from 1800 to 2400 in 7 months?🤯
@@eliasmagilke4758 I don’t make the prices but with everything else increasing in price im not surprised
are you torquing any of the bolts?
I torqued flywheel and clutch, I have done a lot of these swaps and have been working on cars for awhile so the rest is just off feel
This video was sick!!
Thanks for the knowledge. I have a 93, what options did you choose on the Collins website on the drop downs. What clutch would you recommend to reduce CD noise?
Very nice swap, What trans fluid did you go with?
Always try use the oem nissan fluid
@@KBNZUS Thank you for the information, I only ask because I just did a cd009 swap in my truck and I am having some issues with it into 5/6 gears, I put redline MT85 in it, I seen a few people going with the MT90 because of the issues I am having, I might look into oem fluid.
Great video! I'm curious - why a Collins kit instead of - say -a XAT kit? Also, I see that is a non-VVTI SC. Would there be any difference if you had a VVTI car? How's that Nakamichi stereo holding up?
I have had a Collins Kit on my IS300 without any issues for 5 years so I was familiar with it and know it works. The process should be the same for the VVti. The amp failed and the whole stereo system was updated with aftermarket parts
@@KBNZUS understood. I keep flip-flopping on whether to go with an XAT or a Collins kit for my '93 and possibly my '99 SC400 cars.
Would you say it’s smooth enough for a daily?
yes! way nicer then the stock auto. the only thing I don't like about the cd is the noise, but that can be solved with a lot of sound insulation in the shifter area and maybe a full face clutch instead of puck clutch if you want a factory feel.
hey fam, your coupon code is not valid, might have expired.
This is my dream.
May I ask what clutch are you using? Is it from a 350z or 370z?
Aye bro do u have links to the shift nob & the shift boot cover
www.ebay.com/itm/154110230104 jzz30.com/products/oem-style-manual-shifter-bezels
what year is this sc400? I plan to swap mine in the towards the end of the year.
This was a 1993
what exhaust set up you have?
In this video I just had the stock rear section off from when I had the trans out. All stock other then that
More vids on the is300 with 3576? :P
Just posted one
Are you using the stock driveshaft?
No cd009 uses custom driveshaft
Correct me if I'm wrong.. but is that a 4runner sitting atop of some cheap Harbor Freight wood dollies?😮.. that is amazing and scary at the same time😂
You are correct but it was not mine and its gone now lol
Does the trans Chadder at all ?
Yes the CD gets noisy without the dual mass flywheel. I put a lot of foam around the trans tunnel to quiet it down
What wires for the reverse lights? Also, what about the RPM and speedometer?
RPM works without anymore. speedo you need to use a gps sped from summit. Reverse wires need to be wired from the cd009 reverse switch to the sc400 reverse pinout. I have yet to install these things
@@KBNZUS Of course, RPM is engine speed. What am I thinking. So just the speedometer to work out. Hope you put up a vid of the reverse light. After watching your video, I feel pretty confident in doing this myself.
@@Mister_Y buy the autometer gps adapter wire it in just when u go underpass or tunnel your speedo will cut out
@@KBNZUS so does the odemeter still work for miles after this swap
@@TempoMontages you would need to add a GPS Speedo wired to cluster from summit racing
What a cool guy and video! #swag #lexus
Is that manual transmission loud in the SC400? I've heard they make strange noises when swapped.
they're noisy transmissions when you get rid of the factory dual mass flywheel, I ended up using a lot of foam around the shifter area under the boot to dampen the noise
@@KBNZUS That makes sense thanks
Would this work for 91 ls400 ?
What diff are u using and if so if you have 400-650 hp sc400 cd009 what diff is the best for streetablr daily and boosted car
Just the stock open diff for now
3.92 lsd torsen diff is very short gears 1st very short and 2nd I had 400-500hp before I blew it up....3.26 longer gears more evenly spaced but you will lose acceleration...engine not diff blew up
@@dannylam4784 you had 3.92 stock sc400 diff and got aftermarket lsd on it ?
@@ShadyLiteGaming stock diff mk4 supra tt auto torsen with 3.92 gear
@@dannylam4784 what do you mean Torsen diff 3.92 I heard Supra auto tt is 3.72 or 3.27
What's the company name of that carbon fiber part
Link is in description under shift boot
Just out of curiosity now that you have a 6 speed manual did mpg improve from the extra gear or is the ratio still short to where there’s no improvement. Ik it’s an odd question but just curious
I never really got to test, I sold the car but I’d say I got worse gas mileage after just because I was more in the throttle with the short ratios and it being more fun to drive. It was a weekend car for me not a daily
exactyly what im going do
Would this swap work with a 1uz vvti?
Yes
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Where can i find the torque specs man?
Currently doing this as well
didnt realize 39 minutes just went by LMAO
How much did you pay for that gem .
$500
Ok wait at 18min 18 sec he puts the sealet on the outside of the bolt holes thats a no no it can leak out of the bolt holes for anyone whos is wanting to know how to really seal things
He really needs to ditch that open diff
Discount code Isn’t working anymore 😭
you guys keep maxing out my coupon codes! Keep an eye out for a 4th of July Sale from them!
How much for you to do this 2 mine 😂
1 million dollars :)
@@KBNZUS can you do it for a 2mil
@@frijolero6411 it’s a deal
Hear a V8 from that car is so weird to me.
Why? It’s a v8 only car. The in-line 6 is only on the sc300
Not a single shot of the car itself? C'mon guys.
Swap my sc pls
You guys need to learn how to make videos
Was going to watch this vid but I can't stand this guy's face!