RX7 engine transplant possibilities?

[bad_roo]

I've seen the Chevy small-block V8 transplant but are there any others that are feasible?

MR2 Turbo lump?
Audi 1.8T?

[trickywoo]

It would have to be something suited to front engine rear drive layout so both MR2 and TT would be out.

M3 might be good.

I'd like to see how a V8 fits, from memory the bay is very low and quite narrow as well.

[Bibbs]

I'd be looking how TVR got their engine into the sagaris. I could imagine there would be a few available at scrappies, but i'm not sure abut the reliability.

The f20c out the S2000 could fit, but i think it's a tad too long in the block.

Either that or just use the 13b, and put a calgon tablet in with each wash. Makes washing machines last longer according to the ad.

[GravelBen]

trickywoo said:

It would have to be something suited to front engine rear drive layout so both MR2 and TT would be out.

Though the 3S-G(T)E out of the MR2 was also used in front engined Toyotas like the Celicas, Altezzas (/IS200), etc. Its quite popular in FR guise in a few alternative cars down here, like old RWD Corollas, or the Fraser Clubman (and NZ-built Se7en rep).

Another good option could be the SR20DET 200SX motor if it will fit - good power stock and easily tweaked to 300+ bhp.

[Gaijin-Samurai]

Stop messing and go RB26 and shoehorn the mother in!

[vixpy1]

I think eventually with mine a LS6 Corvette engine with supercharger is the way to go.. an easy 650bhp

[Dakkon]

The 3SGTE was also the engine used in the very speedy Supra by Jun or Top Secret, one of that lot becuase it weighs less and could be positioned further back into the car than the 6 cylinder TT unit.

[GravelBen]

Dakkon said:

The 3SGTE was also the engine used in the very speedy Supra by Jun or Top Secret, one of that lot becuase it weighs less and could be positioned further back into the car than the 6 cylinder TT unit.

thats right, had forgotten about that. Nissan also ran an SR20DET in the 350z racers for a while as it could still easily meet the class power limits while making the car lighter and better balanced

[koh]

gtc built an rx7 with a good old cossie lump in it,rather a good overall package so i hear

[Pierscoe1]

Lexus V8.. I've seen one put in an MX5, so it must fit in the RX!

[brap_brap]

bad_roo said:

I've seen the Chevy small-block V8 transplant but are there any others that are feasible?

MR2 Turbo lump?
Audi 1.8T?

Neither Mazda 3-rotor 20b TT!

Edited by brap_brap on Sunday 22 April 04:50

[wadeski]

i think the "easiest" swap is the 5.0L ford, isnt it? thats what a lot of the yanks run in their converted FB/FC RX7s....

classic ford 302 + GT40 heads + a mean street cam and nitrous....yes please

[iaint]

There are loads of LSx conversion options available from the states. You can buy as much or as little and fab the rest yourself. Most complete kits include fron subframe and engine mounts, gearbox mounts and diff mounts. kits come with 6-speed box and altered prop. LS6 would be nice, pretty sure the SC doesn't fit well without a mass of work.

From some reports it doesn't destroy the balance nearly as much as you'd think - particularly if you go with the lighter LS's that have a lot of alloy bits.

For the cost of the conversion (even a modest one) you can have a nice 400rwhp with sublime cooling for premium reliability on the 13b. For slightly more money you can drop a 20b in for 500rwhp at ~0.9 bar boost...

I know where my money would go!

[_Batty_]

iaint said:

I know where my money would go!

hasn't it already gone?!?

[R1 GTR]

trickywoo said:

M3 might be good.

Love that!
Or any straight six would be my sugestion. RB26? 2JZ?

[iaint]

_Batty_ said:

iaint said:

I know where my money would go!

hasn't it already gone?!?

lol true although that's a 13b not an engine swap.

must update the runnign in thread - less than 700 miles left to go