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Post by stiff on Sept 29, 2017 8:25:27 GMT
Hello fine people,
I just bought a complete turbo engine, clutch, ecu, exhaust from someone as I want to go turbo. This is everything I need to get a sweet 200+bhp. Now, do I swap the engine over or do I import all of the turbo Gubbins on to my existing engine?
I have plus points in both camps. My existing engine has had three oil changes in the last year and all the belts done. The new engine has a fresh clutch and lightened flywheel.
Is it easier to swap and engine and ecu or is it easier to turbo my existing engine and swap the clutch over?
The reason for the dilemma is I need a new clutch before I boost anyway, so why not use the one already attached to the new engine?
Thanks in advance you kind bunch!
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Post by scottydugg on Sept 29, 2017 9:51:23 GMT
When I asked about a new clutch, I was told easiest way is to remove the engine and box. I ignored this and it turned into a bit of a chew but we managed.
I'd say swap engine if you've the space and skills.
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Post by Rickster on Sept 29, 2017 11:20:14 GMT
swap the new one in i'd say
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Post by stiff on Sept 29, 2017 12:24:28 GMT
When I asked about a new clutch, I was told easiest way is to remove the engine and box. I ignored this and it turned into a bit of a chew but we managed. I'd say swap engine if you've the space and skills. I have space. Skills are debatable! Thanks for the input. Having the engine out gives an opportunity to clean some bits up too. |
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Post by Dweenimus on Sept 29, 2017 12:36:04 GMT
If you've already got the engine out...do cam belt, water pump, coolant reroute and anything else that's a bitch to do while the engine is in the car!
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Post by stiff on Sept 29, 2017 13:53:16 GMT
If you've already got the engine out...do cam belt, water pump, coolant reroute and anything else that's a bitch to do while the engine is in the car! cambelt was done recently anyway, but was thinking about a coolant reroute. Is there a recommended kit? The IL Motorsport one has a mediocre review. |
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Post by howardb66 on Sept 30, 2017 11:44:49 GMT
If you've already got the engine out...do cam belt, water pump, coolant reroute and anything else that's a bitch to do while the engine is in the car! cambelt was done recently anyway, but was thinking about a coolant reroute. Is there a recommended kit? The IL Motorsport one has a mediocre review. I'm impressed with these guys- skidnation.com/product/mazda-mx5-miata-coolant-reroute-kit/ |
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Post by stiff on Sept 30, 2017 14:29:53 GMT
thank you. I was looking and could only find the IL Motorsport one. That looks like a better value option. |
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Post by BikeTuna on Sept 30, 2017 19:29:57 GMT
I'm gonna say swap the engine.
you can clean it to an inch of its life before it goes in, you can do the coolant reroute, you can drop the sump out and clean out the drill swarf by hand, you can do a bit of engine tucking on the reassembly...
But most importantly, the engine you have at the mo is an unabused minter... Perfect for a bench build! Get the new one in, then build the old one and swap it when it's ready.
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le sigh