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NickAE86
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18RG in a KE55??? Fri, 14 October 2005 06:32 Go to next message
hey guys

a friend of mine has cooked his 4k and has an 18rg lying around that he's thinking of putting in. His car is an '81 KE55...im not sure of the age of the engine. I suppose that should be confirmed before embarking on the conversion Confused

If it is legit can anyone shed some light as to whats involved? Engine mounts & g/box crossmember would need altering i assume...is there anything else to look out for?

appreciate your help

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Nick
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oldcorollas
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Re: 18RG in a KE55??? Fri, 14 October 2005 06:46 Go to previous messageGo to next message
bigger front suspension springs to cope with an engine that is likely double the weight.. if not more.
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Re: 18RG in a KE55??? Fri, 14 October 2005 07:28 Go to previous messageGo to next message
ive heard of air cleaners sitting to close to the brake booster gear also causing constant rubbing
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Steve M
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Re: 18RG in a KE55??? Sat, 15 October 2005 06:47 Go to previous messageGo to next message
You'll probably have some fun matching gear boxes. Some sort of W series and the right bell housing will be needed too.
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NickAE86
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Re: 18RG in a KE55??? Sat, 15 October 2005 09:03 Go to previous message
thanks for the replies guys...cost/benefit doesnt add up so he's just going to buy another 4k for the moment until i can con him into a 4age Wink
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