scottjackson1209
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So currently I own a 1988 ST165. I've owned the car for 5 months now. The car has a gen 2 3sgte but is still running the ST165 ECU and harness...the P.O. did a terrible job at the swap, now i'm trying to fix it. Recently the car has developed a slight leak in the head gasket. That along with the low compression and terrible blow by have made me decide to just do a complete engine swap and start over new. So now I have a couple questions for you guys about the swap. I'm looking at a 205 engine and AWD transmission (from what i've heard the third gen is the best, what are opinions on the 4th gens?)...as far as I know the trans/engine is a direct swap right? I can use my current axles, driveline etc right? I know that I will need to extend the RHD harness but approximately how much do I need to extend it? does anyone make a patch harness for the 205? Also is it best to keep my FMIC setup or to use the WTA TMIC that comes with the engine? The car is daily driven and not used for racing. I do eventually plan on going with a standalone ecu and building the engine but for now its going to remain stock. any and all advice/opinions are welcome. Thanks in advance for any help!