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Engine Cheap New Engine?

Discussion in 'Powertrain' started by SlowRolla97, Jul 14, 2005.

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    SlowRolla97 New Member

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    Cheap New Engine?

    Hey guys. My engine is the 1.6L and currently has 125,000 miles on it. Someone offered me the 1.8L with 44, 000 miles on it for $350-400. Is it worth it and do you think I should do it? If not, Im going to use the money to buy a CF hood :cool:
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    moonshadow ||\\|||D)||\\||

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    that seems like a good deal. is it in running condition?? what engine is it?
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    01rollas New Member

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    there is a notable difference between the two engines.
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    TurismoDreamin ΓΡΗΓΟΡΟΣ ΟΔΗΓΟΣ

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    you may wanna check if it is OBD1 or 2....i know that a local shop had some trouble swapping an engine from a 96-97 into a 93-95 cuz of a sensor like above the throttle body or something....cant remember...but there is a difference..
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    AE102 New Member

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    need more money on installin the new engine too :)
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    IS-Rolla Toyota Forever

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    where's Dr Tweak when you need him.... ;)
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    It sounds like you'd be better off going with the stock motor since it seems like you don't have the funds to deal with a costly motor swap. Going with a different motor requires more times than not making a custom engine harness and or completely swapping the motor, harness and ecu which all cost more money.

    Then there is the fun of trying to get a motor that was not meant to go in your car working properly let alone fitting right.

    if funds are an issue you will NOT want to deal with swapping in a different motor.

    If funds are not a problem then PM me and I'll let you know what you need to make it as painless as possible.
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    01rollas New Member

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    i have seen this car /\ somewhere but i can't remember where.
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    Dr Tweak Mad Scientist

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    Assuming you have a '97, what year is the 7AFE from? It's a very direct swap as long as it's from '96 or newer.

    -Doc
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    JLee TD05 3SGTE

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    If your engine is running fine, I honestly don't think it's worth the swap. You'd be better off buying my NX kit.. ;)
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    Id go with the engine mod.....get some power in that car.

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