5MGE into MA61 (changed from 7MGE)

[JustCallMeOrlando]

I don't think you drove enough to make that call

[CrUZida]

I'm pretty sure Glen said he got it down to 7L/100km on a highway run wiht his 2JZGE

[ma61turbo]

Cold air pvc pipe intakes for brakes?

A similar idea is in my head. PVC won't work though, need flexible hose that can turn with the wheel. But that is off-topic anyway

[ma61turbo]

If you want to do a basic conversion to get some skills up, I suggest getting a cheap KE30 corolla, and get a 4K-C motor, and swap that in.
Or something to that effect.

This is exaclty what I was going to say next. Doing this will be really straight forward, and there's next to no electrical work to worry about.

I've got a KE70 Rolla that I'll sell for cheap when I no longer need it if you want to go that route

[Hydra]

RObErT_RaTh, you need a reason to get better brakes, come for a spin in my car But only after going for a spin in ma61turbo's car... which i'm sure can still get the rotors glowing!

Considering your options, the 2jz is going to be easier in the long run. Sure the older motors are cheaper now, but the work required later on will be a killer trust me. Then again, the same can be said for any unknown motor!

[Hydra]

Plus, if you want to do a conversion in your back yard, just PM me and i'll help you do the easy mechanical stuff, and work out wiring. It's really easy.

[RONA]

I don't think you drove enough to make that call

I did atleast 1,500kms on the stock ecu, and Ed returned similar figures on the stock ecu.

Edit: I reckon Cruz's idea of buying a shitter and thowing a 4kc in it is a great idea, great way to learn and if you blow it up who cares. Depends on how much space you have though.

[ma61turbo]

Plus, if you want to do a conversion in your back yard, just PM me and i'll help you do the easy mechanical stuff, and work out wiring. It's really easy.

I'll give you a hand as well if you need it.

[RObErT_RaTh]

Since no one seems to think the 5MGE or 7MGE will be worth it the 2J will be the obvious choice because it will all work out the same cost in the end (from what you guys keep telling me) and will no doubt be more powerful/fun.

But because of the initial higher cost it will be a long way off for me now and in the meantime I'm sure I will pickup some skills that might help me with the conversion later down the track.

Now, JustCallMeFrank said better to spend money on suspension now and save for 2J (which seems reasonable to me).

Hydra, your saying I need a reason for better brakes/suspension? Everyone always goes more powerful motor first and then fixes up everything else and people are always saying it would be a nice idea to get a good base to work with so you are ready when you have a more powerful setup.

[takai]

Yeah, if you are going to wait then put money into brakes and suspension as you can. Also, if you want to learn how to do an engine conversion then im sure that there are a few coming up.
Jesse has his 2J to go in, which im sure he would let you assist on, and I will probably be doing one eventually on Ahrensys KE30 which you could come assist for. That way you could come and learn without a lot of the heartache of being without a car.

[RObErT_RaTh]

I wouldn't mind watching and learning a thing or two. Would definately be a lot easier than reading 100's of posts

[PlacentaJuan]

mate come over any time you want to check out the 2j conversion, i have 6 days off and am just waitinf for some more parts to arrive so i can hammer it again.

give me a call if your interested; 0419230091

i got to admit, even though i am a n00b, having toymods and joel pretty much on hand to advise me is a big help, and the conversion isnt really that hard, altohugh the worst is yet to come....

[Hydra]

Honestly, you'll learn more by doing than watching!

I'm still throwing around the idea of a 1uz or 1/2jz-gte in my car... but thats probably still months away.

[BlackSupra]

I'm pretty sure Glen said he got it down to 7L/100km on a highway run wiht his 2JZGE

Nah, only 8L/100km to brisbane.

[RObErT_RaTh]

PlacentaJuan, I might have to take you up on the offer if I get some free time. But I work full time and I have two 21st parties this weekend, it's never ending