conversion
First off, do not be affraid to do this conversion. Everyone who says it is difficult has probably never attempted it. Everything bolts on, and you can even keep the center console from the auto. This thread will only cover my manual conversion. I am choosing to keep it separate from my generation 3 3sgte [...]
Tags: conversion, manual, transmission
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The “proper” way to do a conversion is NOT the only way.
THE reason that you have to remove all traces of R-12 in a system is because the introduction of R-134 turns the R-12 traces to glue. This is in fact, a good thing, as hoses now become sealed up, instead of leaking even more [...]
Tags: ac. air conditioning, conversion
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Engines: Compatiblity / Grocery List
1997+: 1MZ-FE
Best choice for swap.
1992-1996: 1MZ-FE
Compatible, but not recommended.
Early 90’s 3vz is proven to work also*
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Tags: adjust, belt, CEL, code, codes, conversion, ECU, engine, filter, install, pedal, remove, swap, transmission, TRD
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Here’s what you will need to do to convert a front-engine FWD transmission to work in the mid-engined MR2, specifically the C56 transmission.
If you sit the stock C50/52 next to the C56, you can easily see what needs to be done to the new tranny. The red circled area is a point of concern on [...]
Tags: conversion, engine, remove, transmission
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One of the big issues with moving to the 87+ tail lights is changing out the lock cylinder, as it is different as well. To enable you to use the same key as before, you will have to rekey the lock. It’s quite simpler than you think. Just make sure you have a clean workspace [...]
Tags: conversion, rekeying, removal, remove, spring, springs, tail light, taillight
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All you need to upgrade your 85/86 to the bigger 87+ rotors are the rotors themselves and the caliper mounting brackets. If you want to go all out for this upgrade, you will need the dust shields from the 87+. You’ll need new brake pads too, since you are using new rotors. Any year brake [...]
Tags: Brakes, conversion, ECU, engine, remove, spring, strut, struts, swap
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