I have a stock 94 Celica ST and I want to give it some more power. I've been looking into converiting the auto tranny to a 5 speed as well as upgrading the 7afe to a larger engine. money isn't really a issue but I'm looking at around $5,000 for the project. does anyone know a kit that works or what size engine would be best? thanks
94 ST engine conversion kits - 6G Celicas Forums
If money's no option why a 5k budget? Becuse u are starting with a st chassis you will have to spend a little more for mounts and what not. 3s swap alone you will need around $5k to do it right the first time. Plus u need a s54 trans or a e153, if "money is no issue".
98 Celica gt red- totaled deer94 Celica st black DD (bad weather beater)- totaled deer95 Celica gt silver- chassis sold88 Celica All-Trac (Burned to a crisp)94 Celica gt white (sold)In need of a rust free chassis!!!!
v6 is a cheaper option as you can buy a donor car locally. look for a manual camryr v6 and theres ur engine and trans, wiring, afm, etc. just will need mounts, axles and shifter cables.
v6 can be done for 2.5-3k
3sgte will take 5k or so
v6 can be done for 2.5-3k
3sgte will take 5k or so
QUOTE"And, as always, your friendship, help, and dedication to the advancement of Texas Celica dominance is GREATLY appreciated. Thanks bro." -DEATH1994 GT:V6 swap, 5speed E53 W/ LSD, All Power, now RED1995 ST:SOLD @273k miles, Auto, all power, CarPC, White1994 ST:Totaled, 5spd, all power, RedRIP 07/09/09 @ 241,8101994 Lexus LS400:This is my new DD
3vz v6 swap would be cheapest
Just check local junk yards an get a front cut with most of what youll need
Just check local junk yards an get a front cut with most of what youll need
95 gt coupe, v6 swap weekend toy99 gt hatch beams swapped wife's94 st hatch my daily driverhttp://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=82235n
I was more asking about ideas on my car not my budget but thanks for the input. As for your question just because it's not an issue i'm not going to go crazy i was giving an estimate. kthanks
>
thank you I'll look into it
>
QUOTE (stephen_lee @ May 29, 2012 - 3:07 PM) 
>v6 is a cheaper option as you can buy a donor car locally. look for a manual camryr v6 and theres ur engine and trans, wiring, afm, etc. just will need mounts, axles and shifter cables.
v6 can be done for 2.5-3k
3sgte will take 5k or so
v6 can be done for 2.5-3k
3sgte will take 5k or so
thank you I'll look into it
>
cant do a 3VZ here in CA, since he has a 94 he has to use a 1MZ. Now for the OP, where in CA are you, im in the middle of a V6 swap right now and i can totally help you do yours.
QUOTE (kurt95gt @ May 29, 2012 - 2:43 PM)
>3vz v6 swap would be cheapest
Just check local junk yards an get a front cut with most of what youll need
Just check local junk yards an get a front cut with most of what youll need
cant do a 3VZ here in CA, since he has a 94 he has to use a 1MZ. Now for the OP, where in CA are you, im in the middle of a V6 swap right now and i can totally help you do yours.
2001 Celica GT-S Turbo1997 Supra TT 6speed1997 Celica 3MZ/1MZ swap1990 Celica All-Trac
>
thanks i wouldnt have known that i'm local by santa cruz
QUOTE (Smaay @ May 30, 2012 - 9:29 AM)
>>
cant do a 3VZ here in CA, since he has a 94 he has to use a 1MZ. Now for the OP, where in CA are you, im in the middle of a V6 swap right now and i can totally help you do yours.
QUOTE (kurt95gt @ May 29, 2012 - 2:43 PM)
>3vz v6 swap would be cheapest
Just check local junk yards an get a front cut with most of what youll need
Just check local junk yards an get a front cut with most of what youll need
cant do a 3VZ here in CA, since he has a 94 he has to use a 1MZ. Now for the OP, where in CA are you, im in the middle of a V6 swap right now and i can totally help you do yours.
thanks i wouldnt have known that i'm local by santa cruz
v6 gives you a better bang for your buck, stock for stock, compared to a 3sgte swap, and the torque is instantly there... make sure you pair it with a e153!
1993 Celica GT Coupe - sold1994 Celica GT Liftback
I have mine 1mz paired with a s54 an it feels great!
95 gt coupe, v6 swap weekend toy99 gt hatch beams swapped wife's94 st hatch my daily driverhttp://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=82235n
with an e153 you will get better mpg and have a better power band as it was designed for the v6..
s54 will work but risk breaking it if you launch hard and higher cruising rpms = lower mpgs
s54 will work but risk breaking it if you launch hard and higher cruising rpms = lower mpgs
QUOTE"And, as always, your friendship, help, and dedication to the advancement of Texas Celica dominance is GREATLY appreciated. Thanks bro." -DEATH1994 GT:V6 swap, 5speed E53 W/ LSD, All Power, now RED1995 ST:SOLD @273k miles, Auto, all power, CarPC, White1994 ST:Totaled, 5spd, all power, RedRIP 07/09/09 @ 241,8101994 Lexus LS400:This is my new DD