mr2 3sgte Options

[Uppitycracker]

Well I have a shop that has experience in these types of swaps. Now what I wanna know is what if they can only find the jspec mr2 3sgte engine, is it still basically the same as the celica one? Ill need a wiring harness, the intercooler of the 3rd gen 3sgte will fit under the stock hood, exhaust need to be altered to line up. Should I just do the front mount intercooler right away? how much will it run for that? is there room up front for one?

Also does the 3sgte tranny that comes on the engine line up with the celica? Because one possible source for the engine comes with ecu and tranny, and is there a difference between the mr2 and celica 3sgte tranny?

Basically what Im looking to do is go in steps.

step1- basic engine swap (intercooler?)

step2-axles

step3-larger exhaust (2.5")

step4-intercool ( if not done yet)

step5-solara tranny and clutch(if needed)

step6-enhance(boost controller, bigger turbo, who knows what)

Its been a while since I did the research for this but since its getting closer to actually having the swap done then I need to refresh myself. And I know Im going to get "well get a front clip" but unless I can find one for like 2500CND then I doubt it. I have to see what the shop Im taking it too has to offer, they said they would check with there suppliers so maybe I can get a deal on the engine.

This post has been edited by Uppitycracker: Oct 1, 2003 - 6:09 PM

[kuya1284]

Info provided by Richard Doig:


Celica alternator
Celica alternator bracket
Celica air conditioning pump
Celica power steering pump
Celica power steering pump bracket
Celica dipstick and tube
Celica crank pulley
Celica lower cambelt cover
Celica upper cambelt cover support plate - under camshaft pulleys (if SW20 lower cover used)
Celica 3S-GTE radiator hose junction
Inlet manifold support brackets
- One at throttle body, only required if using ST205 intercooler adapter
- Two rear manifold supports - required to clear PS pump