Bit of an update on the car and plans. As always I have changed my plans, I will no longer be messing with Gen2 or Gen3 stuff. Decided to go Gen4. The swap checks off all of the requirements I have for a motor and then some. With the help of Prime MR2 and Doug at WireGap it will be a plug and play swap. Currently going through the new engine I purchased performing general maintenance items. The new plan that has already started are as follows.
Gen4 JDM Engine
Timing Belt, Water Pump, Tensioner, Oil Pump Seals, New Timing Covers, New VC Gasket, Injector Seals, and a general clean up of the unit.
Will be running the stock CT15 paired with a 3"DP from Prime MR2, will control boost via HKS Electronic Boost Controller. 8LBS will be cruising and max will be around 15LBS. This should be good for a little more than what my Gen2 was doing that I was very happy with. Even better it will take away all the issues of the Gen2.
Doug at WireGap is currently building my harness.
Running my Centerforce DFX from my Gen2 since it still had break in chalk on it when I pulled it out. Having the transmission serviced to replace my speedometer drive gear that got munched by the gears. This will restore my stock pulse signal for the Gen4 ECU to read.
Also plan to setup an OBD2 Bluetooth reader and monitor engine vitals from my iPhone with one of many apps available.
Im excited for this new plan of action since the car will gain so many things. Everyone I have spoken with has had nothing but good things to say about their Gen4. I will be sure to post updates when I have them. Hoping to be back on the road by Spring. Heres a few pictures of my slow progress.
So long Gen2. P.S. You suck
Loading up her new heart. ALN JDM is a super honest and good vendor. He had 5 units and let me hand pick the one I wanted, no pressuring as I carefully looked over every one he had.
All items I wont use removed.
The beginning of Re-Assembly.