7m Swap

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SupraFST

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I did a search for a guide to an engine swap (7m ge - 7mgte) and came up with nothin. I was wandering if any body can help me.

Here's the thing. I'm in WA and my cars in OH, with out a motor. I need to know everthing I'm going to need for the swap before I do it. I'm talking every thing! even the small nickel dime stuff.

My plan is to take leave for about 3 weeks fly home and "Get R done" then drive it back across the country. Hell of a road test I know. But it's either that or towing it across the country.


Oh and by the way I only paid twenty bucks for her!! And yes she's in beautiful shape. 87,000 miles on the chasis

Any help would be greatly apprieciated.
 
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SupraFST

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WOW that's really helpfull. thanks a lot!!

Dr Jonez' site is awesome.
 
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SupraFST

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Squid699 said:
very helpful info. If you have any questions, PM me. I did a 91 turbo driveline into my 89 NA chassis......


Did you run into any problems, big or small. cause when I do the swap I'm gonna be rushed for time and I'm trying to anticipate any thing that'l slow me down.
 
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SupraFST

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Does anybody know of a good site where I can buy an entire driveline, with the ECU and intercooler.

I just need a wrecked car with a good driveline.
 

Squid699

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that's exactly what i did with mine. I had a 91 parts car that I stripped, rebuilt the engine and dropped everything into my NA chassis with newer components. Since I was using a 91 engine in my early 89 NA, I had to get the appropriate engine harness and use the earlier square motor mounts (which i wanted to use anyway). Other than that, the install was very straight-forward and easy to do. Remember too that if you don't have a turbo tach, you'll have to mess with the board on that. DrJ has a write up for that on one of the links already listed. Again, if you have any questions, contact me, I'll be happy to help.
 

Squid699

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HAHAH...that would be the easy way. If he gets in a serious pinch, who knows - maybe I can fly out there and help. I get cheap tickets. ;)
 
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SupraFST

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just send your car to me, then fly back and drive it home....

Don't tempt me I just might do that. How Much? and Where?

I also get cheap tickets. well there free.
 
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SupraFST

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When I get some money I might just let you do it then.

I only get free flights to other navy bases.