Hi - I have a car that I want to do something different to and one of my options is AWD Nissan RB motor. What I would like to know is what is the best (ie; cheapest and easiest) way of getting an AWD setup ? I have good cash flow but no good at saving so can't afford much more than about $2k at atime. I am initially not after power, but more worried about getting the AWD conversion done even if it is just with an NA motor and then upgrade later.
Is any of the RB motors any better over the others (ignoring the obvious benefits of displacement) - I noticed RB20's are getting over 200kw quite easily and that will probably be enough for me to start with.
Is it worth picking up AWD bits separately, eg transmission, sump/diff and front suspension or will that end up costing me too much in the long run ? Do you need a dedicated AWD ECU or wiring harness or can a RWD car be set up for AWD easily ?
What about the VL Commodore motors - are they just a Nissan RB motor or did Holden do any mods to them - that might be a cheaper way to start ?
Thanks