Going nuts with my convertible. (aka will this work)
10-14-02, 09:42 PM
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Going nuts with my convertible. (aka will this work)
So I have been debating things for a long time now and I dunno that I can sell my convertible. I have found a viable parts car to do a complete Turbo-II swap. The only problem is that the donor car is an 87 and my vert is a 91. What are the myriad issues that I might face doing the work to put this together. Keep in mind I am a shade tree mechanic of some skill, but not unlimited by and means. What has to be changed, what won't fit, what won't line up, etc. Thanks a bunch in advance.
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10-14-02, 10:59 PM
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Electricals will be your biggest challenge...
and, most would probably try and talk you outa it.
BUT if you get it done, and it ends up right, you just increased the value of your Vert by about $3,000. BUT, the ends up "right" is the key.
I'll be the first to try and talk you outa this challenge except maybe sell your S5 for most amount you can. Then , find a '88 Vert and have at it.
Good luck.
BUT if you get it done, and it ends up right, you just increased the value of your Vert by about $3,000. BUT, the ends up "right" is the key.
I'll be the first to try and talk you outa this challenge except maybe sell your S5 for most amount you can. Then , find a '88 Vert and have at it.
Good luck.
10-14-02, 11:19 PM
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Here is a decent link to some info on your questions. If you haven't bought the parts car yet, don't. Keep looking for a series V donor. Your swap can be done though with an aftermarket ecu I believe.
http://hypntyz.rx7life.com/t2conversion2.htm
http://hypntyz.rx7life.com/t2conversion2.htm
10-15-02, 12:42 AM
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no way
I live in maine and go to school in LA
both states have no smog
I decided against it, I guess I'll go the easy
way and buy a T-II
I live in maine and go to school in LA
both states have no smog
I decided against it, I guess I'll go the easy
way and buy a T-II
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Well, it could be done... the drivetrain would be a good start... and then a Series V ecu and harness, and the older engine with Series V throttle body, etc... lots of work. Get a Series V car for a donor. 
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