94 3gste fwd swap, help?, Swapping in a 3gste Options

[l_lauer_76]

First of all, I hope this is where a question like this goes. This is a whole new world compared to DSMtuners.com, so please bear with me, and move this thread wherever it belongs. That said:

I recently bought a 94 celica shell. I've read about some killer 'gt4' swaps out there, but after doing research decided all the extra fab work for the AWD system is not for me. On the other hand, I see that it is possible to do these cars in a FWD pattern that doesn't need nearly as much fab work. What all does this swap entail? What all will I need?

So far, I have a shell. I have an st205 3gste sourced and ready to ship to the states. That includes wiring harness, ecu, and tranny. from what Ive read I wont be needing the tranny, but one from a v6 camry? what else will I need? any help is good help.

Remember, I come from a DSM background.. so I'm not new to turbos or fixing cars in general.. just haven't been around a whole lot of 'yotas.

Thanks in advance guys.
Logan

[lagos]

Is there any really necessary advantages to going e153? I understand the lsd, and longer gearing, but this will be a street car, not a drag build. So which makes more sense?

If the s54 is more sensible, is there anyone who rebuilds them? or does it make more sense to just buy a lower miles one?
Again.. im from the DSM world.. the only tranny guys I know are John Sheppard and Buschur.. so im clueless as far as the celica world goes.
Still researching too. lots of good info on here.

No one really rebuilds them because they hardly ever die. This is the Toyota world. Once you finish your swap, you will have hardly any issues with it. Unlike a DSM that starts to fall apart for every pound of boost you add. Just find one in good condition, and you'll be all set. I've put something like 80,000 on my engine and trans since the swap. There are others on here with similar experiences.

There is no huge advantage to the e153 besides the two listed. I've been driving my s54 for a very long time and I don't feel like I'm missing out on anything. You can also swap over the the e153 at a later time if you decide to go that route.