7A-FE/3S-GTE swap, Does anybody have any info? Options

[Yota]

Hey guys, I am looking to swap a FWD 3S-GTE into ST Celica (7A-FE). I was wondering if anybody has ever done it here, and if anyone has any information. I've roughly estimated between 5-6K dollars for it. I'm told I need the GT (5S-FE) motor mounts in order for the engine to fit in my car. I would also need a MAF sensor and an ignitor chip (those are the only two things the engine I found doesn't come with) I'd like to have a Front Mount InterCooler so I know that would cost me about 500 or so dollars. I'm also told I'd need a custon driveshaft and custom axles made. Can anyone verify that and help me out with some information? Thanks alot.

[3FingersCelica]

I believe your going to want to talk to XXXmina I think he did a 3sgte into his ST. I think he said it cost about $9000 to do.

[Jabberwock]

I did it and am basically done...
You really don't need custom axels unless you want them stronger.

And um....for everything else it depends on what engine you got, mileage, if you have a manual.

Basically the hardest part is the wiring and trouble shooting.

Now, you really can just look up and do a search for a 3SGTE swap on the forum and you will find everything else.

The main difference from doing a GT and ST is that the ST needs a S series tranny and GT motor mounts.

Just do a search....

[Jabberwock]

oh and GT shifter cables...

[boosted_K2]

the 3sgte uses an AFM and a MAP, no MAF.

[ToYCeLi8]

[qatar11]

www.topshelfracing.com/project/main.htm

This post has been edited by qatar11: Mar 9, 2004 - 8:42 PM

[Digndoug]

I have a question, if you get the whole front clip, isnt all you need are gt mounts an trans, cause i can get those from a guy who parts of celi's... also new vacum hoses maybe some new plugs oil filter ... an harness done

[Yota]

Guys, thanks alot for all of your responses. All have been very helpful. How do I get a hold of XXXmina and sphinx race911?? I'm new to the forum and haven't had a whole lot of time to figure out detailed stuff yet.

Does anybody know of good reliable companies that sell 3S-GTE? I am looking at Jspecauto.com. They have an AWD and a FWD for sale. Is this a good credible website?

I thought the 3S-GTE needed a MAF? Whats a MAP? is AFM mean Air Flow Meter? Where would I find some of these?

To DignDoug: I don't know if I'd get the front clip. I don't even know where to look for one. The guy you know who can get the motor mounts and stuff, how hard would that be to get from him? Also how much?

If xxxmina paid $9000, did he have the AWD or FWD?

Thanks alot for all of your help. It is greatly appreciated!
Yota