VW 1.9 2.0L TDI to Nissan 3.0/3.3L Transmission Adapter Kit

(2) Adapter plates, billet aluminum, anodized finish, 3 engine clocking positions.

(1) Crank adapter; nitride case hardened alloy steel for high performance applications (800ft-lbs torque). Pilot bearing pre-installed for manual kit.

(1) Multiple starter motor options:

-Toyota V8 high torque starter motor, Denso style compact 2.0kW 

OR

-Power Master high torque starter, aftermarket custom compact 2.0kW

(1) Starter motor clocking adapter; billet aluminum, anodized black

Installation hardware for bellhousing, crank adapter, and starter are included. No flywheel/flexplate bolts are included. You need to use OEM equivalent flywheel bolts.

OEM flywheel bolt size: 6 bolts, M10 x 1.0, length approx. 25.4mm

This kit was specifically designed to replace the Nissan 3.0L (VG30E, VG30ET, VG30DE, VG30DET, VG30DETT) or 3.3L (VG33) engine. This kit makes the back of the VW TDI engine look like the engine block it is replacing. This means you can bolt any Nissan 3.0L or 3.3L (VG33) transmission to any VW TDI engine using this adapter kit.

This adapter kit requires you to use a VG30E or VG30ET 6 bolt flywheel.

There are numerous clutch/pressure plate combinations from various Nissan generations (Z31, Z32, Z33, etc..) that work with the Z31 flywheel.

If you plan to use a VG30DE, VG30DET, VG30DETT transmission see the notes below.

Compatible Engine codes:

Z31 engines: VG30E, VG30ET

Z32 engines: VG30DE, VG30DET, VG30DETT (need to use VG30/VG33 6 bolt flywheel)

- VG33E

- VG33ER (supercharged)

***VG33 and VG30 share the same engine block bellhousing/crank hub bolt pattern***

Compatible Transmissions:

-Z31 transmissions

-Z32 transmissions with 6 bolt z31 flywheel

If you plan to use a Z32 or similar transmission from a VG30DE, VG30DET, VG30DETT (8 bolt flywheel), you need to use the VG30E or VG30ET 6 bolt flywheel (240mm or 250mm). Use a throw-out bearing that is compatible with the transmission you choose.

Flywheel 6 bolt (250mm):

***240mm and 250mm refers to the clutch surface diameter, both flywheels have the same ring gear diameter***

NISSAN 300ZX TURBO              (1987 - 1989)
NISSAN D21 PICKUP V6            (1988 - 1994)
NISSAN FRONTIER V6               (1999 - 2004)
NISSAN PATHFINDER                (1987 - 2000)
NISSAN PICKUP V6                   (1995 - 1996)
NISSAN XTERRA V6                  (2000 - 2004)

Flywheel 6 bolt (240mm):

NISSAN 300ZX N/A                  (1987 - 1989)

Clutch/Pressure Plate Options:

-Z31, Z32, Z33

-350z, G35, Nissan 240sx, RB20DET, etc..

***Make sure to do your own research when selecting Clutch kits***

Compatible Vehicles:

VG30E

1984–2000 Nissan 300ZX

1984–1989 Nissan Laurel

1985–1994 Nissan Maxima 160 hp (119 kW)

1987–1988 Nissan 200SX SE

1988–1996 Nissan Homy & Caravan series E24

1990–1992 Infiniti M30/Nissan Leopard

1990–1995 D21 Hardbody Truck

1990–1996 Nissan Pathfinder/Nissan Terrano

1992–1999 Nissan Gloria/Nissan Cedric 179 hp (133 kW)

1993–1998 Nissan Quest/Mercury Villager (modified to become a non-interference design)

VG30ET

1984–1989 Nissan 300ZX Turbo (Z31)

Nissan Leopard

Nissan Gloria/Nissan Cedric 230 PS (169 kW)

1985–1990 Nissan GTP ZX-Turbo Racecar (non-production)

VG30DE

1986–1989      Nissan 300ZX Z31 (300ZR only)

1990–1997      Nissan 300ZX Z32

1989–2000      Nissan Fairlady Z Z32

1986–1992      Nissan Leopard F31

1992–1998      Infiniti J30/Nissan Leopard J Ferie

1992–1995      Nissan Gloria and Cedric

1989–1991      Nissan Cima

VG30DETT

1989–2000 Nissan 300ZX TT

VG33E

1996–2000 Nissan Pathfinder

1996–2004 Nissan Pathfinder In Australian Models

2003–2006 Nissan Navara In Australian Models

1997–2000 Infiniti QX4

1999–2004 Nissan Frontier

2000–2004 Nissan Xterra

1997–2002 Nissan Elgrand

1999–2002 Nissan Quest/Mercury Villager

1999–2004 Nissan Paladin

VG33ER (supercharged)

2001–2004 Nissan Frontier SC

2002–2004 Nissan Xterra SC

***If your vehicle is not on this list, please cross reference and perform your own research. Other similar vehicle models may also be compatible. ***

Any 4 cylinder Volkswagen/Audi engine will work with our TDI adapter kits. All VW/Audi 4 cylinder engine bolt patterns are the same.

Check out the chart below for all compatible VW engines. 

Note: Our kits are specifically tested on TDI engines, so if you choose to use a VW gas or older TD diesel engines please do your own fitment research. 

HOW DOES THE ADAPTER WORK?

Our adapters make the back of the TDI engine physically resemble the back of the original engine it is replacing. No drilling or welding required, no custom flywheels, or shorted input shafts. Any transmission that originally bolted to your engine will work with this adapter kit.

WHY ARE THERE TWO ADAPTER PLATES?

Our two plate system allows you to clock/rotate the engine while keeping the transmission in the stock orientation. There are three different clocking positions: 0 degrees, 10 degrees, or 15 degrees.

DO I NEED A FLYWHEEL OR FLEXPLATE?

Our TDI kits utilize the original flywheel or flexplate from the original engine being replaced. You will not need the VW TDI flywheel, clutch, torque converter, or starter motor. 

HOW ACCURATE IS THE TRANSMISSION ALIGNMENT?

We use our Aerospace Grade CMM to pull all the dimensions off the original engine. It allows us to precisely reverse engineer the bolt pattern down to 0.0001". Incorrect alignment will cause premature failure of the pilot and input shaft bearings, excessive clutch plate wear, and internal gear binding.

HOW EASY IS A DIESEL CONVERSION?

-It depends on which vehicle you want to convert and how much mechanical experience you have.
-If you approach the conversion in stages you can get the vehicle driving in less than 5 days.
-Stage 1, do your research first, and lay out all your required tasks.
-Stage 2, focus on getting the engine in and driving with very minimal changes to engine and wiring harness.
-Stage 3, after you confirm the engine runs and drives, start your performance upgrades, custom wiring harness, gauges, engine rebuilds, etc.. This method reduces the number of variables you introduce to the project, and significantly increases your conversion success. Too many people make too many changes right from the start or try to make it perfect the first time round. Take it slow, minimize the number of changes all at once, and you will have a successful conversion!
-You will need regular mechanic tools, engine hoist, welding machine, basic fabrication knowledge, some electrical knowledge, and beverages.

DOES TDCONVERSIONS DO CONVERSIONS ON CUSTOMER VEHICLES?

-Not currently. We sell the conversion kits to get your engine into the vehicle and bolted to the transmission.