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 May 15, 2011 - 1:45 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Jun 4, '09 Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%)  |
Long time reader, first time poster.
The situation: Got a 1995 GT-S(Canada) with a 5S-FE engine in it and was looking to swap it out for a 3S-GTE(ST205) The question: What would need to be changed/added/purchased in order to do this smoothly? I've read the sticky on the feasible swaps, and I took note to the fact that it is a drop in swap, however, in discussing with a friend of mine, he told me that because it's a JDM motor going into a North American car, the steering may need to be modified/changed. Is this true? Any and all help is appreciated 
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May 15, 2011 - 6:16 AM
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Enthusiast  Joined Feb 25, '11 From Delaware Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
As far as I know steering doesn't need to be changed, and if you buy a front clip you will have everything you will need to swap over.
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May 16, 2011 - 3:21 AM
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 Enthusiast Joined Feb 11, '08 From Auckland, New Zealand Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
Search for swaps and progress threads, most people document what they had to do to get things running.
-------------------- Mike W
1996 Toyota Celica ST205 GT-FOUR GT2860RS turbine, TiAL mvr44, JE 86.5φ piston, Clutchmasters FX400, APEX P-FC 269awhp / 273ft-lbs |
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May 26, 2011 - 9:21 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Dec 8, '03 From Lancaster CA Currently Offline Reputation: 6 (100%) |
you dont have to change a thing related to the steering.
-------------------- 2001 Celica GT-S Turbo
1997 Supra TT 6speed 1997 Celica 3MZ/1MZ swap 1990 Celica All-Trac |
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May 26, 2011 - 9:28 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Dec 3, '08 From Summerville, SC Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
It's pretty straight forward to be honest. the 5S and 3S are both S-series motors, therefor, are extremely easy to swap out for one another. You can use your existing motor mounts, transmission, shift linkage, axles, A/C compressor, A/C lines, P/S lines. You'll need your harness converted to work in the USDM Chassis, (PM me for details on that) but aside from that, if you know what a wrench is, this is a very feasible swap for you.
and smack your friend for the "steering changes" comment. -------------------- www.tweakdperformance.com
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May 28, 2011 - 12:33 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Feb 28, '11 Currently Offline Reputation: 5 (100%) |
QUOTE (OmegaV4 @ May 15, 2011 - 2:45 AM)  Long time reader, first time poster. nothin needs to be change it is a drop in swap the only thing you have to worry about is the wireharness
The situation: Got a 1995 GT-S(Canada) with a 5S-FE engine in it and was looking to swap it out for a 3S-GTE(ST205) The question: What would need to be changed/added/purchased in order to do this smoothly? I've read the sticky on the feasible swaps, and I took note to the fact that it is a drop in swap, however, in discussing with a friend of mine, he told me that because it's a JDM motor going into a North American car, the steering may need to be modified/changed. Is this true? Any and all help is appreciated |
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Jun 7, 2011 - 10:38 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 12, '10 From South Gate, Ca Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
I'm almost I a similar situation, I'm in a Position with the swap. What about things like the radiator, or brake systems and things like that? And does a mr2 wire harness work on the celica???
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Jun 7, 2011 - 11:28 AM
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 Enthusiast Joined Aug 31, '02 From Philadelphia, PA Currently Offline Reputation: 8 (100%) |
You guys need to read this:
http://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=28825 As for the mr2 engine/harness... you are going to make your swap harder by going with these. The wiring harness will be completely different and need to be sent out to someone to be rewired. Also there are alot of small differences in the placement of things like the alternator that will make your swap difficult. Your best bet for success is to start out with a GT car, and use an st205 3sgte. This will be the easiest swap, with the least wiring and headaches. -------------------- 15PSI - 30MPG - Megasquirt Tuned
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Jun 7, 2011 - 12:10 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 12, '10 From South Gate, Ca Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
QUOTE (lagos @ Jun 7, 2011 - 12:28 PM) You guys need to read this: http://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=28825 As for the mr2 engine/harness... you are going to make your swap harder by going with these. The wiring harness will be completely different and need to be sent out to someone to be rewired. Also there are alot of small differences in the placement of things like the alternator that will make your swap difficult. Your best bet for success is to start out with a GT car, and use an st205 3sgte. This will be the easiest swap, with the least wiring and headaches. Thanks for the link, very informative. So when in call looking for a font clip, What do I ask them, 95 gt4 front clip please? 
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Jun 9, 2011 - 5:12 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 12, '10 From South Gate, Ca Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
do i need to change all the little things for this swap, like fuel pump, or alternator?
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Jun 9, 2011 - 5:26 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Apr 22, '09 From Work Currently Offline Reputation: 2 (100%) |
QUOTE (LAcelica94St @ Jun 9, 2011 - 6:12 PM) do i need to change all the little things for this swap, like fuel pump, or alternator? http://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=27939 http://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=77843 This post has been edited by Lone_Wolf: Jun 9, 2011 - 5:27 PM -------------------- **If you can read this you are too close**
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