5/20 Update: Got the AC compressor replaced with a re-manufactured denso one - old compressor leaking. AC is painfully pricey to fix, but here in texas it is a must with 100+ degree days.
But, now its blowing ice cold.
Now, hood gap issue with brace:
CLICKedit: removed engine pic b/c of new pics 2 posts down.
Past: V6 Swapped 6G Celica, E46 BMW M3, Jeep Wrangler TJCurrent: 850rwhp C6 Corvette Grandsport, Gen1 6.2L Ford Raptor
sweet. that engine bay really looks complete. can't wait to see more. plus some vids.
ss-iii splitters and 404 skirts areon. which means i need to update my sig.
Past: V6 Swapped 6G Celica, E46 BMW M3, Jeep Wrangler TJCurrent: 850rwhp C6 Corvette Grandsport, Gen1 6.2L Ford Raptor
nice! looks real clean. now how about some vids of that beast in action?
ss-iii splitters and 404 skirts areon. which means i need to update my sig.
radiator hose looks nutts.
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Looks real clean
it's like it belongs in the bay.
my st205 swapandour Beams swap
pitty that intake manifold and exhaust manifold dont compliment the engine bay at all! those need to be coated too
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lookin good
QUOTE(lagos @ Jul 10, 2006 - 1:55 PM) [snapback]454118[/snapback]i know your trying to do the right thing for your motor, but this is one of those times where you should just trust the guys who have had their swaps for a while and have done a ton of research into this.
Thats a clean looking interior, the only thing it need is a 7th gen Celica steering wheel. that wheel is hideous. its the same one that came in the Supra. i changed mine out and it looks so much better
2001 Celica GT-S Turbo1997 Supra TT 6speed1997 Celica 3MZ/1MZ swap1990 Celica All-Trac
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QUOTE (snapshotgt @ May 20, 2008 - 9:19 PM)
>Now, hood gap issue with brace:
CLICKIssue fixed:
More pics and info here.Now, next thing is to take care of front struts:
Info here
Past: V6 Swapped 6G Celica, E46 BMW M3, Jeep Wrangler TJCurrent: 850rwhp C6 Corvette Grandsport, Gen1 6.2L Ford Raptor
WOW! i cant wait to see this in person. Thing looks great.
Wish i could see it in person.
Awesome!
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i wsa lurking around in celica uk, and somebody is copying you, putting a v6 and all in europe. hes going to be the 1st in europe or something. haha
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QUOTE (njccmd2002 @ Jun 14, 2008 - 11:15 PM)
>i wsa lurking around in celica uk, and somebody is copying you, putting a v6 and all in europe. hes going to be the 1st in europe or something. haha
just to let you know, snapshot has V6GC #3
----------------------6GC's FIRST V6----------------------JDM 96 MR2-T Faster - 94 Celica GT 3MZFE Funner - 99 Rav 4 AWD Handy
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QUOTE (Havok1997GT @ Jun 14, 2008 - 2:53 PM)
>WOW! i cant wait to see this in person. Thing looks great.
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QUOTE (manphibian @ Jun 14, 2008 - 2:56 PM)
>Wish i could see it in person.
Awesome!
Thanks for the comments guys.
Past: V6 Swapped 6G Celica, E46 BMW M3, Jeep Wrangler TJCurrent: 850rwhp C6 Corvette Grandsport, Gen1 6.2L Ford Raptor
very cleanly done, looks great.
sorry, i haven't read the whole thread but do you have any plans to add the TRD S/C?
i know JPP made some very nice aftermarket headers for the 1MZ but they were for a Camry/Solara so i'm not sure how much custom work you would have to do to make the piping route correctly for a 6GC.
they weren't the cheapest things to buy but the quality was top notch. a Camry friend of mine got them so i have seen them in person.
they may be well discontinued now - i'm not entirely sure.
'87 AW11 MR2 "Super R2" 4AG-ZE swapped Stage 1 Complete'90 ST185 Celica All-Trac 3S-GTE "Vadar" Turbo AWD Sith Stage 2 in the works'99 SXV20 Camry 5S-FE "Darth Maul" TRD Grocery Getter powah coming soon
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QUOTE (darthripley @ Jun 20, 2008 - 10:15 PM)
>sorry, i haven't read the whole thread but do you have any plans to add the TRD S/C?
As of this moment i don't have any plans to. The ultimate goal (achieved) was to have a reliable, fun, quick daily driven 6th gen. But, i'm not going to say i've totally ruled out SCing down the road.
Past: V6 Swapped 6G Celica, E46 BMW M3, Jeep Wrangler TJCurrent: 850rwhp C6 Corvette Grandsport, Gen1 6.2L Ford Raptor
I think if you are gonna SC it you are definitely gonna have to reinforce the front end a tad more and do some heavy suspension mods...it would put your car into "godly" status.
good to see all the hard work has finally paid off, colin!
looks amazing!
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Its been awhile. Update:
Interior = done
Just fixed suspension issues with struts. Details with pics and vid can be found
here.
Changed fronts from bilstein to kyb. Also changed springs from tein to eibach prokit.
Next thing on the agenda - my drivers side CV boot keep tearing open. I have replaced it twice already since the swap. This time, i'm going to try to find a larger one. The issue is coming from the fact that the axles are over-extending the factory st185 boot.
Past: V6 Swapped 6G Celica, E46 BMW M3, Jeep Wrangler TJCurrent: 850rwhp C6 Corvette Grandsport, Gen1 6.2L Ford Raptor
you need a bigger spacer.
my st205 swapandour Beams swap
when speedsource did your swap, did they lower the engine when they made that custom crossmember?
I'm just curious cause my intake manifold is way higher in my engine bay. Could be just the difference between a 1mz and 3mz.
----------------------6GC's FIRST V6----------------------JDM 96 MR2-T Faster - 94 Celica GT 3MZFE Funner - 99 Rav 4 AWD Handy
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QUOTE (Batman722 @ Aug 12, 2008 - 11:12 AM)
>you need a bigger spacer.
The spacer is as big as it can be while still making everything fit correctly.
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QUOTE (K-ESD @ Aug 12, 2008 - 1:03 PM)
>when speedsource did your swap, did they lower the engine when they made that custom crossmember?
I'm just curious cause my intake manifold is way higher in my engine bay. Could be just the difference between a 1mz and 3mz.
Yes, the crossmember did lower the engine.
Past: V6 Swapped 6G Celica, E46 BMW M3, Jeep Wrangler TJCurrent: 850rwhp C6 Corvette Grandsport, Gen1 6.2L Ford Raptor
I'm starting to dislike updates... No news = good news.
Fixed:Yesterday cylinder #3 (middle, by the firewall) went down. Replaced the spark plug wires, but it was the injector.
All rear injectors (3) replaced because of pain-in-the-ass location. $150 a pop.
But, fixed and drives 110% like new.
Coming monday:Flex pipe on exhaust leaking (y pipe), taking in for replacing.
Past: V6 Swapped 6G Celica, E46 BMW M3, Jeep Wrangler TJCurrent: 850rwhp C6 Corvette Grandsport, Gen1 6.2L Ford Raptor
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QUOTE (snapshotgt @ Aug 15, 2008 - 7:54 PM)
>Coming monday:
Flex pipe on exhaust leaking (y pipe), taking in for replacing.
Fixed.
New video as well:
http://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=61395
Past: V6 Swapped 6G Celica, E46 BMW M3, Jeep Wrangler TJCurrent: 850rwhp C6 Corvette Grandsport, Gen1 6.2L Ford Raptor
I'm officially done with my car atm. At least for some time...
Latest (sideskirts - amazing cell phone picture):
Past: V6 Swapped 6G Celica, E46 BMW M3, Jeep Wrangler TJCurrent: 850rwhp C6 Corvette Grandsport, Gen1 6.2L Ford Raptor
GOOD JOB with the restoration going on. I'm glad the v6 trend is starting to pick up a lil bit in this community.
I'm curious were they able to get your ac working?
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QUOTE (JDM_Factory @ Sep 8, 2008 - 3:07 PM)
>I'm curious were they able to get your ac working?
Yes, AC is blowing cold. Posted some pictures a couple weeks ago, but for the sake of adding to this archiving thread,
here they're.
Past: V6 Swapped 6G Celica, E46 BMW M3, Jeep Wrangler TJCurrent: 850rwhp C6 Corvette Grandsport, Gen1 6.2L Ford Raptor
2001 Celica GT-S Turbo1997 Supra TT 6speed1997 Celica 3MZ/1MZ swap1990 Celica All-Trac
