I have thought of doing a KA24de swap in the states. The engines I have been told are more common than both CA or SR. But that is a few years away.


My two cents. Start with replacing bits on your 1200 that are probably worn out or need replacement before you start modifying. Things like ball joints, sway bar bushings, etc.... on the front end. Try to source a sway bar from a B210 they are better than the 1200 one. Look up this mod in the Tech Wiki section.

In the states you can get an entire Weber 32/36 carburetor, adaptor plate, and linkage kit for around 400 bucks. That is a great upgrade or if you know someone who does carbs you could refurb one for 150 bucks.

Also 13 inch rims and tyres are very cheap in the states. For a 1200 you will need 4x114.3. Which means 4 stud by 114.3 pitch circle diameter. Don't get 4x100 they are Ford or Honda wheels. You should be able to fit something like 6 inch wide on front and 8 inch wide on back without modifying your 1200.

I would start there before upgrading your A series and gearbox. Eventually try to source an A15 (1500cc engine) and a 5 speed 60 series or 63 series gearbox from a B210 or other model. You will need slight modifications for both of these upgrades.