Foundd a jdm 2.0 liter turbo 3sgte. Will it work??? Options

[Gtguy22]

So like i said in a previous topic, i have a 94 celica gt. I was looking for a new engine. found a jdm 2.0l turbo 3sgte engine with harness, ecu, and pretty much all i need. What changes or modifications would i need to put this in? I know im gonna have to mess with the wire harness a bit, but where? and how? is there a write up somewhere on this? has anyone done this?? PLZ HLP. Thanks guys.

[SwissFerdi]

Since you have a GT, the transmission and I believe the motor mounts are fine. Only thing you'll need are different axles, IIRC.

[95CelicaST]

Holy search function, Batman!

Seriously? This topic has been covered dozens of times. There are MANY write-ups if you would use that magical "search" link in the upper right hand corner of your web browser.

The motor will bolt right in
You'll need an E153 trans, use a blocking plate on the GT-Four trans, or use your S54 GT trans.
Your harness should be sent to Dr Tweak, or do it on your own
You need a new clutch
You want LSD

[Gtguy22]

Holy search function, Batman!

Seriously? This topic has been covered dozens of times. There are MANY write-ups if you would use that magical "search" link in the upper right hand corner of your web browser.

The motor will bolt right in
You'll need an E153 trans, use a blocking plate on the GT-Four trans, or use your S54 GT trans.
Your harness should be sent to Dr Tweak, or do it on your own
You need a new clutch
You want LSD

what is LSD?
where does dr. tweak live? how do i contact him?
i can use my tranni? im confused

[SwissFerdi]

Limited Slip Differential...simply put, it'll help you put the increased power down. Dr. Tweak is in Georgia, I believe. Just search 'Dr. Tweak' here and send him a PM. And yes, you can use your existing transmission.

[Gtguy22]

Limited Slip Differential...simply put, it'll help you put the increased power down. Dr. Tweak is in Georgia, I believe. Just search 'Dr. Tweak' here and send him a PM. And yes, you can use your existing transmission.

if I use my old tranny, can i use my old axles?

[95CelicaST]

Yes, but don't expect them to live long.

[_Jim_]

Stock S54 axles and transmission will hold up fine to a GEN2 or lightly modded GEN3 swap.

[hatchy_gt-s]

Not to be mean but this problem has come up befor, engine swaps r much harder then people think you have to have automotive knowlage in order to do this and Im not saying you dont, but befor u buy anything do some research befor you realize that u have no idea wats going on. trust me on this if i didnt have help my first engine swap would have been a mess and Im a tech to.
just a little fyi

[dustin15brown]

Not to be mean but this problem has come up befor, engine swaps r much harder then people think you have to have automotive knowlage in order to do this and Im not saying you dont, but befor u buy anything do some research befor you realize that u have no idea wats going on. trust me on this if i didnt have help my first engine swap would have been a mess and Im a tech to.
just a little fyi

holy failed English language

[BonzaiCelica]

there is a 3sge s54 tranny that has visciouls lsd built in and possibly a helical lsd depending on what celica it came off of. the s54 from the 3sge has longer gear ratio.....

[95CelicaST]

Not to be mean but this problem has come up befor, engine swaps r much harder then people think you have to have automotive knowlage in order to do this and Im not saying you dont, but befor u buy anything do some research befor you realize that u have no idea wats going on. trust me on this if i didnt have help my first engine swap would have been a mess and Im a tech to.
just a little fyi

holy failed English language

zing!

[Gtguy22]

so the engine didnt work out, bummer. Back to the drawing boards

[blu94gt]

Not to be mean but this problem has come up befor, engine swaps r much harder then people think you have to have automotive knowlage in order to do this and Im not saying you dont, but befor u buy anything do some research befor you realize that u have no idea wats going on. trust me on this if i didnt have help my first engine swap would have been a mess and Im a tech to.
just a little fyi

Despite the grammatical problems with this post, I have to agree with it. Some of this stuff, if you don't already know the answer to it, you're probably not ready to undertake a motor swap on your own.

[hatchy_gt-s]

Not to be mean but this problem has come up befor, engine swaps r much harder then people think you have to have automotive knowlage in order to do this and Im not saying you dont, but befor u buy anything do some research befor you realize that u have no idea wats going on. trust me on this if i didnt have help my first engine swap would have been a mess and Im a tech to.
just a little fyi

holy failed English language

zing!

ya thanks , it's because I used my phone

This post has been edited by hatchy_gt-s: Oct 28, 2009 - 1:26 AM

[95CelicaST]

No excuse. I use my phone for ALL of my posts.