 how to swap a 2grfe V6 into a st204, Toyota reliability, with less moving parts than a turbo |
 Aug 12, 2014 - 4:24 AM
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Will start an official thread, into this. wont go into detail. Will keep it mostly informative, because i know this will not be a favorite swap for most, and will be cost prohibitive for many.
Approximate cost of swap is around 7 to 8K, and will vary according of how far you want to go. mods and stuff not going to get into detail about, a shopping list, or what not. there are multiple places you can get it, and it has been discussed before. DSCN1196  the engine fits, and it barely makes it. will not fully disclose all that is being done, but will mos likely help anyone that wants to do this personally. fitting the engine and mating the engine, can be found in the MR2OC forums, and i will not take credit for it. Please lets not fill this thread with garbage. Its a 2grfe, because i wanted it, and if you dont like it, oh well, you are not paying for it, lol.... first things first, the engine needs to come from the bottom, it wont come from the top... it wont... DSCN1202  DSCN1188  there are some body modifications, and will get into details later in the swap... I have my reasons. the swap is doable. and like I said, im willing to help personally to any member, that will do it. Will be a slow guide, because i decided to do it all myself, with no help. I feel like this is more personal.... Will include more stuff in the days to come... DSCN1122  just consider the 2grfe, its worth it. all aluminum... This post has been edited by njccmd2002: Sep 22, 2017 - 7:15 PM -------------------- Learned a lot in 10 years... I hardly log in anymore, last login Today Sept 6 2019, and I was forced just to clarify a post. LOL
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Oct 27, 2014 - 6:50 AM
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well im going to post few pics here and there. obstacles to overcome....
DSCN1391  cut to this size to get more clearance DSCN1392  then see this.. DSCN1396  bend to make this.. DSCN1397  unfortunately that tab, holds the power steering lines and will have to be relocated. But to answer everyones questions, smaller bolt is no longer in the way ... DSCN1398  it does fit, and i have headers... (740 usd from Gouky) couple of other things that i have to work... there is no space if you use the regular fans.. no chance for the a/c lines, and will have to use a custom combo... DSCN1388  cant use the alternator with the stock fans and shrouds. need to get custom or creative.. DSCN1387  DSCN1390  relocate the dipstick, move it a little to the side DSCN1383  clearance with oil cooler. but this one is ok... DSCN1384  lower radiator hose, will probably have to come from the highlander, or a hybrid mix of both... because the celica hose interferes, so i need to get a hose union or something to mix em together DSCN1394  upper radiator hose needs to be cut just a tad, careful where u cut it, so that it does not rub with engine.. DSCN1386  relocate the fusebox, you almost most have to it would be in the way of the hose.. DSCN1389  relocate power steering bracket for the reservoir DSCN1393  then tackle the axle carrier bracket, going to have to weld something or go custom DSCN1400  DSCN1399  as it is, the engine is 1 inch lower than the beams, or 3sge... so long plastic covers...... or maybe they will fit, only future will tell.... DSCN1395  so if this is not a clear description of what needs to be done to the car, i dont know what is... This post has been edited by njccmd2002: Sep 21, 2017 - 12:51 AM -------------------- Learned a lot in 10 years... I hardly log in anymore, last login Today Sept 6 2019, and I was forced just to clarify a post. LOL
If you PM me and I dont respond, dont fret or cry. Im alive, better post your questions in the thread below, maybe I log back in 2grfe Swapped... Why I chose the 2GR, before you ask read here... A great civilization is not conquered from without until it has destroyed itself from within. @llamaraxing in Instagram is the best way to find me. I hardly log here anymore. |
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njccmd2002 how to swap a 2grfe V6 into a st204 Aug 12, 2014 - 4:24 AM
njccmd2002 It wont clear the regular hood, but it will clear ... Aug 12, 2014 - 4:31 AM Smaay if I recall, the 2GR bolts right up to the E153 wi... Aug 12, 2014 - 9:14 AM njccmd2002 The engine is easier to maneuver from bottom. Its... Aug 12, 2014 - 2:04 PM njccmd2002 ok few more bits of information...
you just cant ... Aug 13, 2014 - 8:10 AM njccmd2002 oh and if youre going to be grinding, protecto eng... Aug 13, 2014 - 8:14 AM richee3 Berto, you cray cray! Good progress with the 2... Aug 13, 2014 - 3:42 PM njccmd2002 Thanks, was hesitant to make a swap thread, but i ... Aug 13, 2014 - 10:14 PM Box Damn, that's a tight fit.
I can't wait to... Aug 13, 2014 - 10:19 PM bloodMoney Love this. Great work Berto! Aug 14, 2014 - 8:18 AM enderswift You are living our collective dream Berto. Awesome... Aug 14, 2014 - 9:47 AM Bitter RE: how to swap a 2grfe V6 into a st204 Aug 15, 2014 - 8:23 PM kevin311 Glad you decided to make a thread. F*** the haters... Aug 19, 2014 - 5:15 PM njccmd2002 thanks, no updates for now, except got the aluminu... Aug 19, 2014 - 6:29 PM Smaay keep up the good work and the updates Aug 19, 2014 - 8:55 PM presure2 this thread is already so full of win, most people... Aug 20, 2014 - 9:35 AM richee3 Updates? Sep 16, 2014 - 10:36 PM FORGMANN I know many of you are think man this would be swe... Sep 17, 2014 - 6:48 PM
Noahwhite2014 QUOTE (FORGMANN @ Sep 17, 2014 - 7:4... Sep 29, 2014 - 4:33 AM njccmd2002 QUOTE (Smaay @ Sep 28, 2014 - 10:16 ... Sep 29, 2014 - 6:55 AM njccmd2002 haha, yeah!. gonna have to chop some hood... Sep 17, 2014 - 8:26 PM richee3 It doesn't seem to me like there's a lot l... Sep 17, 2014 - 8:30 PM njccmd2002 Well technically. But im rebuilding susp. Steeri... Sep 17, 2014 - 10:59 PM njccmd2002 Well talking with other members and close friends.... Sep 19, 2014 - 8:55 AM bloodMoney Measure EVERYTHING. You know I'm going to have... Sep 19, 2014 - 10:54 AM 4-eyed-freek I got all excited to watch this build and instantl... Sep 19, 2014 - 11:19 AM richee3 RE: how to swap a 2grfe V6 into a st204 Sep 19, 2014 - 11:42 AM njccmd2002 QUOTE (richee3 @ Sep 19, 2014 - 11:4... Sep 19, 2014 - 1:12 PM Box QUOTE (njccmd2002 @ Sep 19, 2014 - 1... Sep 19, 2014 - 3:52 PM cheela but I wanted a bolt by bolt instruction for this. Sep 19, 2014 - 2:03 PM perkyshadow Bro: As always, you are my hero! I wish I coul... Sep 20, 2014 - 12:17 AM kurt95gt Looking good so far Sep 20, 2014 - 12:59 AM perkyshadow Please... More pictures! Sep 26, 2014 - 10:37 PM njccmd2002 wish i could, competition sent me the wrong tob. ... Sep 27, 2014 - 5:55 PM njccmd2002 engine and tranny ready, newly painted brackets, a... Sep 28, 2014 - 2:57 PM Bitter Do you have the all metal VVT lines or the metal/r... Sep 28, 2014 - 4:32 PM njccmd2002 QUOTE (Bitter @ Sep 28, 2014 - 4:32 ... Sep 28, 2014 - 9:52 PM perkyshadow That's what I'm talking about! Sep 28, 2014 - 8:20 PM richee3 That's awesome! Sep 28, 2014 - 9:54 PM njccmd2002 thanks, not going to post pic of the mount, until ... Sep 28, 2014 - 10:00 PM Bitter Looks like you can almost close the hood on it... Sep 28, 2014 - 10:15 PM Smaay cant wait till you get it on the road Sep 28, 2014 - 10:16 PM njccmd2002 tack welded only/
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Update 09/20/17 nee... Oct 4, 2014 - 7:21 PM Smaay what are we looking at here? Oct 4, 2014 - 10:12 PM blockustomz I love this build.. Thanks for sharing it with us... Oct 4, 2014 - 10:36 PM njccmd2002 It is a bracket and its finalized.
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it... Oct 5, 2014 - 8:08 AM enderswift The custom stuff is always the hardest. Good work Oct 5, 2014 - 12:42 PM Bitter Is that going to be strong enough? Oct 5, 2014 - 3:10 PM perkyshadow Dude... You are my hero, bro! Oct 5, 2014 - 4:46 PM njccmd2002 QUOTE (enderswift @ Oct 5, 2014 - 12... Oct 5, 2014 - 6:51 PM Batman722 Pure awesome. Oct 5, 2014 - 7:07 PM kurt95gt Nice mount!! Oct 6, 2014 - 12:46 AM cheela bravo! Oct 6, 2014 - 9:01 AM presure2 very cool berto!! looking forward to more ... Oct 9, 2014 - 6:12 PM njccmd2002 pickle pickle, exhaust and headers will be a prob... Oct 22, 2014 - 3:00 AM Box Clearly the solution is header mufflers. Oct 22, 2014 - 11:54 AM njccmd2002 headers arrive today, and will see after that...
... Oct 23, 2014 - 7:33 AM perkyshadow What is the pedal for? I may have missed something... Oct 23, 2014 - 8:41 AM playr158 Nice work dude! progress is coming along with ... Oct 23, 2014 - 8:41 AM njccmd2002 thanks. 2grfes dont use cable throttles. they ar... Oct 23, 2014 - 9:14 AM perkyshadow QUOTE (njccmd2002 @ Oct 23, 2014 - 10... Oct 23, 2014 - 11:42 PM njccmd2002 QUOTE (Bitter @ Oct 23, 2014 - 7:02 ... Oct 24, 2014 - 7:22 AM perkyshadow QUOTE (njccmd2002 @ Oct 24, 2014 - 8... Oct 24, 2014 - 7:45 AM playr158 My cars now and my last car were all drive by wire... Oct 23, 2014 - 9:32 AM njccmd2002 Yes. Everything will work. Crossing fingers Oct 23, 2014 - 11:29 AM Syaoran DBW is bad on stock ECUs. On standalones however i... Oct 23, 2014 - 12:43 PM njccmd2002 QUOTE (Syaoran @ Oct 23, 2014 - 12:4... Oct 23, 2014 - 2:40 PM Bitter I'll bet you can take the pedal apart and inst... Oct 23, 2014 - 7:02 PM Syaoran Good vibes, hope they fit Oct 24, 2014 - 9:10 AM Box Make them fit! Oct 24, 2014 - 11:39 AM bloodMoney Are those the Gouky headers? Oct 24, 2014 - 11:58 AM njccmd2002 teaser for tonight, guokys header.....
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... Oct 24, 2014 - 7:21 PM Box The real question, how does the rear fit? Oct 24, 2014 - 8:09 PM Bitter Won't you throw automatic transmission DTC... Oct 24, 2014 - 8:11 PM Smaay yes he will, the only car with a 2GR thats a manua... Oct 24, 2014 - 9:07 PM Bitter And that puts the engine in limp too, doesn't ... Oct 24, 2014 - 9:23 PM njccmd2002 to answer the questions...
1. I know how the rea... Oct 25, 2014 - 6:05 AM Bitter I remember a fellow with a MZ in their MR2 that wa... Oct 25, 2014 - 3:12 PM Box At some point wouldn't it just be easier to us... Oct 25, 2014 - 3:36 PM njccmd2002 QUOTE (Box @ Oct 25, 2014 - 3:36 PM)... Oct 26, 2014 - 8:13 AM Box QUOTE (njccmd2002 @ Oct 26, 2014 - 8... Oct 26, 2014 - 1:23 PM Syaoran Easier? No. Better? Yes. Cheaper? Hell naw.
For t... Oct 26, 2014 - 11:41 AM Bitter But you won't pass OBD2 checks with a trans co... Oct 26, 2014 - 2:09 PM njccmd2002 well unless you guys chime in (i can pm my paypal)... Oct 26, 2014 - 4:16 PM Box Just think though, you'll have the only one th... Oct 26, 2014 - 4:26 PM mkernz22 Is the PS axle going to fit with the header there?... Oct 27, 2014 - 9:54 AM njccmd2002 it fits, it is proven by guoky... that was never ... Oct 27, 2014 - 11:45 AM Box You must have the patience of a saint, I'd hav... Oct 27, 2014 - 12:48 PM Syaoran My recommendation is to take out that double core ... Oct 27, 2014 - 3:56 PM njccmd2002 well some guys are running bigger radiators, since... Oct 27, 2014 - 4:55 PM njccmd2002 just as suspected.
ps lines nightmare, A/c nightm... Nov 4, 2014 - 9:06 PM Box Who needs A/C in a convertible anyway? What real ... Nov 4, 2014 - 9:17 PM perkyshadow Can you do stainless flex hoses? I don't know... Nov 4, 2014 - 10:06 PM Bitter Electric power steering man...steal the system fro... Nov 6, 2014 - 2:53 PM njccmd2002 i tought about it, even found several sites, and s... Nov 6, 2014 - 10:00 PM njccmd2002 i have done several things but this takes the cake... Nov 12, 2014 - 9:28 PM njccmd2002 ok so to give an update. and for the records.
... Nov 13, 2014 - 8:00 PM Bitter Fill the tubing with sand then cap the ends and th... Nov 13, 2014 - 10:35 PM njccmd2002 nice tips, but i already bent it, wish i knew. th... Nov 13, 2014 - 10:38 PM |
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