Hi Guys i would just like some help on rebuilding my a14 or getting a import a15 ive got enoug $ to buy a complete a15 but it needs to stay standard,where as i can spend some $ to rework the a 14 what do u guys think?

Having had both in my 1200, I would go with the A15, you get more HP down low in the RPM range than an A14. I would also upgrade to the A14/A15 4-speed or 5-speed at the same time.

On the other hand it's pretty much a toss-up. If the A14 cost less, go with the A14. I can't decide which is better.

i got my A15. i was faced with the option of gettin the 1200 rebuild cause it has 375000 on it, but instead i picked up a a15 with weber, 3700 cam and extractors for 500 bucks. From what i have heard i would go with the a15!!!!!

Definitely build the A14. You can get that forged crank spinning better than the A15 cast crank with some simple head work and a freshen up. The import A15's are most likely to be ute/van motors with a cam profile to suit. Actually it depends if you like revs or not I guess! At least if you re-build the A14 you know that what you have is fresh and done right whereas there is always a question mark with used import motors.

ive got an a14 in my coupe and im thinking ofrebuilding itsoon. just wondering what sort of money i would need to spend to get someone to do it? or is it easy enough to do myself and wat would i need to replace etc...???

Hey all I have got a A15 from a van, what do I have to do to it to make it go hard, but still drive able??

will a standard a12 or 1200 4 speed gear box be ok through a mild a15.... i thought it would be providing you dont drop burnouts all the time... what do i care ive got 6 of them any way.

No, a standard 1200 gearbox is not strong enough. Think about it, Datsun used a heaver box behind A14s, let alone A15s. Plus I tried it ... easy driving and the box still broke.

I'm with Teretonga on this one.

If you want heaps of torque get the 15 but if you want a strong revvy motor the 14 is the way to go.
I'm sure rpms is the preferred option here or most of us would be at chevv8.com

If you want a strong revvy motor, build up the A15. I guess his budget only allows one or the other (stock A15 or built A14).