Ok im getting a little frustrated with researching so i need to just let out what i need to know. OK so im looking to do a 3 swap but i want max 3-400hp. so like what model/year do i want and what upgrades. 2nd ,if i buy one off of ebay what should i look for to be able to just drop it in and connect. also if i just buy an engine with the decription of Complete Motor

- Block
- Head
- Intake Manifold
- Exhaust Manifold
- Sensors
- Fuel Rail
- Injectors
- Cam Angle Sensor
- Throttle Body
- Alternator
- Starter
- Ignition Wires
- Pulleys
- Turbo manifold
- Turbocharger

ò 5-Speed AWD Transmission

ò Computer(ECU)

ò Intercooler

ò Complete Wiring Harness(Un-Cut)

is that all i need?

and one last question. is there anything else i would need to buy for the celica (Ex.exhaust)


thanks

the best way to go is to buy a clip man....honestly if you cn afford it....because you are absoutly sure you have everything right there...in your case....your sittin better then me at this point because you have a Gt which is going to make your swap a lot easier...you wont need axles/trans/motormounts/and all that other BS....however if you can afford a 3rd or 4th gen 3sgte then id say go for it but they are quite pricey espically for an entire clip....i would say just stick with a 2nd gen because you can get so much out of them....with little upgrades....try to find a clip that comes with the cluster as well that way you are sure how many miles are on it+its good to document....either way you are going to have to tear it down and replace all gaskets, water pump, thermostat, and stupid stuff like that, that has been deteraiting for the past couple of years...mr2oc i think has a awesome read on tunning and getting the most out of the 2nd gen motor and its incrediable with a little bit of work here and there how much you can really get from them....just like everone says o here research the hell out of it because it will only pay off in the end...i know for me...im in the middle of a swap as we speak, and theres nothing better then going into something knowing exactly what needs to be done and how to do it...rather then gettin 1/4 of the way through and bein like...awww **** i didnt know i had to do this or i didnt know i needed that....so just take your time and dont rush it and try to find articles and info anywhere about these things...caus when they are built right there are friggin beasts!

I hear what ur sayin. is something like this good?

http://got-jdm.com/9499-jdm-3sgte-celica-e...ness-p-107.html

or

http://www.osakajdmmotors.com/codes/toyota3SGTE2.htm

the only thing is that i understand things more with pictures haha kinda makes me sound like im 5 yrs old but im a visual learner.

I also cannot do this by myself. i can buy everything but i cant install haha im lookin for 6gc members to help me out and teach me along the way because i dont know to much about engines

This post has been edited by SeverX13: Feb 17, 2008 - 10:44 PM

well i priced a 2nd gen gt4 front cut for 2100 that includes delivery its a couple hundred more but i know i well get everything i need for the swap and know how many miles are on the engine as well so you may want to go that route
http://www.phoenixtuning.com/
this place will install the swap for you they told me it would be 1900 for the swap or you can send them your wiring harness from both cars and they will rewire it for you they charge around 300
i am ordering my engine friday
google jdm front cuts and call them cause some places dont always update what they have