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Re: ra60 .... which 4 cylinder engine?
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Fri, 28 January 2005 16:49
 
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1. A 21R-C is hardly a desirable piece of hardware, so it shouldn't cost more than a couple of hundred bucks at the wreckers - not that I've priced them lately.  You could probably score one for less (maybe even free) if you posted a wanted ad here on ToyMods.
2. If you're worried about the cost of fuel and insurance, you can't afford to modify your car. Period. Keep your car stock if this is a major concern. Having said that, the 1G-GTE will use less fuel than the 21R-C (just ask Nark), and TPP insurance isn't going to cost the earth (comprehensive is a waste of time for a car worth so little).
3. Yes it does matter, the MR layout of an MR2 means the engine is mounted east-west, just like a FWD car. Mounting it north-south is possible but it's a mission, and an expensive one at that. This has been discussed at length around here, do a search if you want to know more.
4. The 22R-E is no powerhouse, but it's a step up from the 21R-C, and it has the advantage of being EFI as already mentioned. You can find some basic specs here:
http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/Pit/9975/dataBy Subject/GasolineEngines.html#R-series
Cost would probably be around $1k for everything you need, including ECU, loom, EFI fuel tank etc.
5. I wouldn't wipe my arse with the "tech" content of FastFours. 22R's are well known for being practically indestructible and lasting forever if maintained properly.
6. R series engines are big heavy bastards, A series engines are weenie little toy engines, so yes there would be a significant weight difference. Not enough to offset the extra bulk of your RA60 though.
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STR8 2.8 | Fri, 28 January 2005 12:53 |
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justcallmefrank | Fri, 28 January 2005 10:49 |
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sleeka slider | Fri, 28 January 2005 13:23 |
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Norbie | Fri, 28 January 2005 16:49 |
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mick | Sat, 29 January 2005 01:30 |
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CrUZsida | Sat, 29 January 2005 01:18 |
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Norbie | Sat, 29 January 2005 05:14 |
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gianttomato | Sat, 29 January 2005 06:25 |
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sleeka slider | Sat, 29 January 2005 07:51 |
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thechuckster | Sat, 29 January 2005 08:25 |
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Norbie | Sun, 30 January 2005 00:38 |
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sleeka slider | Sun, 30 January 2005 11:58 |
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