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    Default 3SGTE into a TA22

    Firstly, can this conversion be done and how much would I be looking at forking out. I currently have 5k give or take.

    Has anyone documented this conversion before?

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    Default Re: 3SGTE into a TA22

    Look in members rides and on the old forums, yes it has been done, and no 5k will not cover it. A motor will be at least 2k depending what gen you get and then you will need a whole lot of custom stuff incl tailshaft, engine mounts, etc. You'll also need to get it engineered, wired, get an exhaust made up and get a gearbox, starter motor, bellhousing and so on.

    Do a search as these answers are already on the forums

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    Yeah it has been done, i think there are 2 RA28's getting around with them and Cool1 is putting one into a TA22...
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    Default Re: 3SGTE into a TA22

    Quote Originally Posted by LeeRoy
    Look in members rides and on the old forums, yes it has been done, and no 5k will not cover it. A motor will be at least 2k depending what gen you get and then you will need a whole lot of custom stuff incl tailshaft, engine mounts, etc. You'll also need to get it engineered, wired, get an exhaust made up and get a gearbox, starter motor, bellhousing and so on.

    Do a search as these answers are already on the forums

    - LeeRoy
    Dude you have any idea the difficulty of changing a 3SGE powered ta23 to a 3sgte one? I can think of new exhaust(front part at least), intake manifold, intercooler and associated piping and wiring. Anything that I have missed?

    Cheers

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    Quote Originally Posted by WindeX
    Dude you have any idea the difficulty of changing a 3SGE powered ta23 to a 3sgte one? I can think of new exhaust(front part at least), intake manifold, intercooler and associated piping and wiring. Anything that I have missed?
    Is this asking a new question? Maybe start a new thread....
    Do you have a 3SGE powered TA23?
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    Yeah sure, it goes alright and it's got air conditioning, cup holders and automatic tampon removers, but where's the charm?

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    Default Re: 3SGTE into a TA22

    I have done quite a few 3SG /3SGTE conversions at work. none of them are simple as the distributor has to be moved to the front of the engine, and the manifolds cut & shut.(the extent of this depoends on what 3SG you get). getting the correct cross-member can be a hassle in the pre-RA60 cars. the turbo does not usually present a particular problem, but room is very tightin in TA cars. contact me at work if interested www.roadandtrack.net.au. see ya

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    Any questions just ask, i've completed this conversion.
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    Default Re: 3SGTE into a TA22

    Hi Joel, how similar is your engine bay/crossmember to RA40??> I've got to put one in an RA 40 in afew weeks. I believe I have to find a TA23 X member to clear a 3S rear drive sump . I've got engine, sump etc all ready. I've done plenty of conversions, but any pointers specific to this model appreicated. thanks

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    Default Re: 3SGTE into a TA22

    Hey mate, yeah the RA40 & RA28 are very similar..

    The TA23 xmember will do the job, that allows for the front mount sump, 2S I take it?
    Let me know if you need a ta23 xmember as I do have one here.

    I used a KE70 xmember, but that required a bit more modifications to fit it in. But meant rack n pinion steering

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    Default Re: 3SGTE into a TA22

    thanks Joel, have sent you an email.

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