A slightly different approach to the turbo Options

[BigEdge169]

I talked to a local mechanic not too long ago about the infamous 3S-GTE swap and he suggested something a little different. He said that instead of using a 3S-GTE, use a 3S-GE and beef up the bottom end and boost that. This engine is bigger (2.2 compared to 2.0) and puts out better torque, especially in the low-end range. He said that they haven't done this in any Celicas, but they have in several MR2 turbos and it worked better than building up a 3S-GTE.
Let me know if anybody has tried this or what you think about it.

[97sccelica]

i understand, but 6psi isnt that high and so long as you do things right the engine shouldnt feel too much strain.

but yes, the 3sgte will always be better, but many people(california people) dont have the option as easy as some other people.

what my point is, is dont discourage certain people from ideas. i am fully aware that a turbo setup(with all new parts) is just about as much as a 3sgte swap, but i couldnt go ahead with a swap that could possibly get me into smog problems.

the 7afte is a temporary solution. i have other plans, and i personally, dont want more than 10psi(once i get the FMIC and fuel pump) because, i think that is too much for a FWD car. make my car have the power it looks like it has and move on. i would love to get a GT4 any way i can, if not, then maybe a 240z turbo project, no smog, no fancy crap, simple engine.