Re: My corona pretty much died. conversion help needed.
Sat, 05 April 2003 23:42
Assuming you're a bit handy yourself, you can EASILY do an engine conversion for $5000 on a Corona.
I blew up my corona recently, and my conversion list goes like this:
1GGTE Half Cut $2000
RA60 Celica Brakes $70 (bolt on)
EFI Fuel Tank, Pump & Lines $150
Tailshaft from RT142 Corona $65
Uprated Clutch $300
Custom Sump $60
Engine mounts, connect up exhaust, modify oil pickup $130
Radiator modified (move outlets to suit new motor) and recored $250 - could get away with $50 to move the pipes assuming yur radiator is in very good condition
And so far that's the total list of costs! I am lucky to have a friend doing the wiring for me for free.
If I had my time again I would have put in a 13B turbo, but the 1GGTE is a great engine and should really get the car moving.
Sat, 05 April 2003 23:42
