My First Celica, 42000 Miles!!! Options

[skull_kid]

I really did feel like this car was special, so I couldn't imagine anyone else driving it.

I installed Spree's LED kit last weekend. It looks amazing. Maybe I'll post a few installation tips and pics later on for people like me who've never done any interior work before.

I've been doing a lot of research around the forum, and I have decided the best way to upgrade a 5sfe with the least amount of cash is to go ahead and put in a short ram intake and new header. I found this listing:

http://www.ssautochrome.com/level.itml/icOid/1430

Check out the MR2 header towards the bottom of the page.
It's the only aftermarket one I could find that explicitly says it will fit the Celica's 5sfe.
I'd be interested to know from you guys if this header is legit.
It looks bolt-on. If I had a friend help me out, do you think we could pull this off?

Will these upgrades actually result in wHP?

[richee3]

It'll fit, but there are cheaper ones on Ebay. You'll see maybe 1-2 hp out of that header... maybe. Some say the butt dyno can feel the difference, others say they never notice it. For the minimal gains, you'd be better off saving money and buying the Ebay special.

[mkernz22]

They aren't on ebay anymore lol I've been searching for a whileeee

[RabidTRD]

They are... they are just hard to find.

http://m2-performance.amazonwebstore.com/B.../B002FCC4YG.htm

There ya go. Megan Racing (M2) header.

[skull_kid]

Thanks everyone!

Rabid, the one you found, it's the same one just cheaper, right? That's awesome! But, they're out of stock...

I appreciate you all being patient with my questions, which are probably obvious to most people here.

Speaking of which, I have a question about putting in the header and short ram intake. If I do both of those, will I do any damage to the engine by driving around without upgrading my exhaust as well? I intend to do it, but not right away. I'll probably have a professional do the exhaust, but I am still researching which one to put in.

Is it possible to put in a performance exhaust system that I can use with both the 5sfe and the 3sgte, in case I want to swap a few years down the road?

Also if anyone wants to answer my previous brake question, I'd love to hear it.

[skull_kid]

My new tailgate came out of the shop today!








I found this about a month ago on a wrecked Celica in a salvage yard.
It was black and had all the trim, so I got it repainted and repaired, and I'll be able to wax it in a couple weeks.

I'll have to swap out the wiper motor but that's about it.

When I'm ready, I'll be able to use this hatch with the riser blocks.
Until then, I'm very happy with my 3 post wing

About my brakes and header questions, I guess I'll have more luck if I start a new thread for that.

[RabidTRD]

It won't damage your engine to just do a SRAI or a header. If you want an exhaust that can be used 3SGTE or 5SFE, get a 2.25" or a 2.50" exhaust. Make sure it has a flange up near the front or a way to be modified when you do the engine swap. The chassis is the same for both models, so exhaust routing will be the same.

[CoolZeen]

x2 with taking off the bra.
Although the damage may already be done.

its good for that , to style(use) it, covering damage or scratches until it gets repair.

[bloodMoney]

Zeen, this thread is 8 years old....

[Box]

Holy flashbacks.

[CoolZeen]

Zeen, this thread is 8 years old....

i know! I like to be messing around with the old arks .to see what i can unravel or provoke.