Finally got a 6gen!, In need of advice Options

[batcavee00]

after a long time of searching for the right celica, i came across a deal i couldnt refuse.
i bought a celica with a perfect black leather interior and pretty good body. its a 94 2.2 gt five speed.


the bad thing, was that it has a seized engine. i was planning on upgrading the block anyway so i didnt mind.

my goal is to reach at least 250 whp. so im going the 5sfte route.

i dont want to bother swaping for a 3sgte.

i read somewhere that the 98-99 5sfe was better to use for a turbo application instead of the 93-97...*correct me if im wrong*

if that is true, should i just replace my 94 block for a good running 98 block? instead of wasting time rebuilding my 94?

thanks in advance, any hints to help me reach my goal will be appreciated, and constructive criticism.

[Culpable04]

Welcome !

yes, get a 98+ low mileage engine and refresh it ( valve cover gasket, o rings, cam seals, front and rear main seals, etc ) and drop it in.

you'll need to swap some components from your 94 but they are all exterior stuff related to OBD-I ( pre 96 )

enjoy and good luck with your project.