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Perth
Registered:
May 2004
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Mod MR2 Tranny to FWD
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Thu, 27 May 2004 02:54
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Hello all, i am trying to gather as much information to perform and engine swap into my ST162 (Gen 2 3sgte).
I have it mostly planned out what i am going to be doing.
However i have not settled on a gearbox for the job yet. I am aware of all the options out there (i have read many many engine swap posts here, and elsewhere).
I am told that i cant use my S-53 Transmission (originally from a 3sge model ST162R) for the starter motor will get in the way of turbo piping.
I am now considering getting an MR2 rearcut for the job (originally ST185 Front cut was to be purchased)
What if any are the extra hassles with this proposal over the GT4 FC? Are the engine mounts the same? does everything else fit nicely in the engine bay as a 3S from a GT4? What kind of intercooler differences if any are there? Exhaust Manifold differences? - Email me if you have experience with such a swap please, i must know EVERYTHING i can  else i will be burning up $$ by not planning correctly.
Finally can someone pls send me an email / url to a DETAILED information on the gearbox conversion of a MR2 Turbo to FWD setup for a 3SGTE, i heard many ppl say it can be done, and in fact many ppl have done it - i just need to know exactly how, so i can (if i go this route) print out the steps and hand them to my gearbox mechanic and have it whip up the changes.
All help greatly appreciated. thanks very much to those Whom have advised me thus far.
**** Lastly, i will likely be starting the swap in 4-6weeks, Perth Northern Suburbs. If someone experienced with such swaps and the pitfalls, would like to assist me (Much beer will be provided) that would be awesome, email me.
cheers,
Adam
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