Toyota MR2.. Vtec ?
10-01-2007, 07:21 PM
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Toyota MR2.. Vtec ?
My friend has a Turbocharged '00 Toyota MR2 Spyder, and recently during an autocross event... the engine blew. Many different ideas popped up and one was.. either a K20 or K24 swap into the MR2. The vehicle as of now is 2100lbs. and with the k series plus boost we think the car would be awesome. here's some pictures of the car. ill try to keep you all updated on the project. TRD+Vtec=mwhahah !
10-01-2007, 09:54 PM
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Re: Toyota MR2.. Vtec ? (SIchodelic)
as stated about ^^^ it is kind of like a lotus elise, in which people pull out the lotus-tuned toyota engine in favor for a k series. this car is also mid-engined and of course i would assume both swaps are expensive considering that k series aren't cheap, plus with drivetrain, mounts, shifter assembly, radiator/cooling lines, exhaust fab, wiring, and who knows what else...this thing is definitely gonna be expensive.
i would say go for it...just the thought of 2100 lbs, k series power, and rear-wheel drive makes me warm and fuzzy in my pants
i would say go for it...just the thought of 2100 lbs, k series power, and rear-wheel drive makes me warm and fuzzy in my pants
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10-03-2007, 05:08 AM
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Re: Toyota MR2.. Vtec ? (SIchodelic)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by SIchodelic »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">how would you put a FWD engine into a MR car? sounds expensive</TD></TR></TABLE>
Much easier then putting an FR engine in an MR car. Atleast with FWD the engine is facing the same way.
Much easier then putting an FR engine in an MR car. Atleast with FWD the engine is facing the same way.
10-04-2007, 02:08 PM
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Re: Toyota MR2.. Vtec ? (SIchodelic)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by SIchodelic »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">how would you put a FWD engine into a MR car? sounds expensive</TD></TR></TABLE>
It already has a fwd based engine in it. Don't think too hard.
He doesn't need a K20 Look for the celica 2zz engine out of the Celica GT-S with VVTL-i it goes in there. Has pistons and rods can be sleeved etc....
It already has a fwd based engine in it. Don't think too hard.
He doesn't need a K20 Look for the celica 2zz engine out of the Celica GT-S with VVTL-i it goes in there. Has pistons and rods can be sleeved etc....
10-05-2007, 08:30 PM
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the car is pretty much stripped down now.
the engine is now out... haha
now the engine is really out.
that's all for now..
ill keep you all informed on what happens.
the engine is now out... haha
now the engine is really out.
that's all for now..
ill keep you all informed on what happens.
10-06-2007, 10:59 PM
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Re: Toyota MR2.. Vtec ? (JDM_Acccord)
This is really cool! But wouldn't this be better suited in the hybrid forum? I think a K series engine in this would be the shiznit, also there is huge aftermarket following that all are aware of. I would think that the engine from the Celica GTS with a bored and stroked block would be good too. If i'm not mistaken it too shares a similar variable valve timing system with the K series.
10-07-2007, 06:38 AM
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Re: Toyota MR2.. Vtec ? (Kidnkorner)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Kidnkorner »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I would think that the engine from the Celica GTS with a bored and stroked block would be good too. If i'm not mistaken it too shares a similar variable valve timing system with the K series.</TD></TR></TABLE>
It has a very similar system like I-vtec its called VVTL-i. I dont see a point in using the K-series engine.
It has a very similar system like I-vtec its called VVTL-i. I dont see a point in using the K-series engine.
10-07-2007, 12:19 PM
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Re: Toyota MR2.. Vtec ? (MidShipCivic)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by MidShipCivic »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
It has a very similar system like I-vtec its called VVTL-i. I dont see a point in using the K-series engine.</TD></TR></TABLE>
I think it's just one of those "because i can" deals.
It has a very similar system like I-vtec its called VVTL-i. I dont see a point in using the K-series engine.</TD></TR></TABLE>
I think it's just one of those "because i can" deals.
10-07-2007, 05:25 PM
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Re: Toyota MR2.. Vtec ? (MidShipCivic)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by MidShipCivic »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
It has a very similar system like I-vtec its called VVTL-i. I dont see a point in using the K-series engine.</TD></TR></TABLE>
its a superior motor. theres a reason why lotus tuners ditch the toyota engine in favor for hondas k20
It has a very similar system like I-vtec its called VVTL-i. I dont see a point in using the K-series engine.</TD></TR></TABLE>
its a superior motor. theres a reason why lotus tuners ditch the toyota engine in favor for hondas k20
10-07-2007, 06:02 PM
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Re: Toyota MR2.. Vtec ? (pos_cd5)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by pos_cd5 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
its a superior motor. theres a reason why lotus tuners ditch the toyota engine in favor for hondas k20 </TD></TR></TABLE>
It is not a superior motor. There's good sides and bad sides but nothing makes it superior.
its a superior motor. theres a reason why lotus tuners ditch the toyota engine in favor for hondas k20
</TD></TR></TABLE>It is not a superior motor. There's good sides and bad sides but nothing makes it superior.
10-07-2007, 06:50 PM
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Re: Toyota MR2.. Vtec ? (MidShipCivic)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by MidShipCivic »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
It is not a superior motor. There's good sides and bad sides but nothing makes it superior.</TD></TR></TABLE>
its superior because i say its superior! >=O
It is not a superior motor. There's good sides and bad sides but nothing makes it superior.</TD></TR></TABLE>
its superior because i say its superior! >=O
11-04-2007, 05:56 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by JunIntegra »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Aside from the BS, i wanna see the outcome of this</TD></TR></TABLE>
