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07-12-2002, 01:44 PM | #1 |
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New Engine choices
In a different thread, I mentioned that it looks as though I have blown a ring or something similar. At this point, I'm looking at putting in a new block - its the fastest way for me to get up and running again.
I have several choices - I found a twin turbo EJ20 for example, but I don't think it would work (custom exhaust?). I'm leaning towards an EJ20 turbo engine, closed deck. I can move all of my "stuff" from my current engine to that engine fairly easily (ie heads, water pump, A/C, etc....). This is also fairly inexpensive from a parts standpoint, about $700. I plan on rebuilding my current block at some point - forged pistons, 2.2 stroker, etc (which is why I'm not just getting the current block fixed and put back in).... but for now, I need to get into something that will give me the same power without a lot of down time, for not a lot of money. Any other ideas?
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07-12-2002, 03:10 PM | #2 |
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Man you have good sources - How do you get an EJ20 with a closed deck for $700?
You have access to a twin turbo EJ20? I would make that work The only engines I know of are in AU and from Cobb tuning (5000 plus core charge!). GOOD LUCK. |
07-12-2002, 03:28 PM | #3 |
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Well, they are used
The older WRX engine was a closed deck 2.0L engine. These are definitely not new engines for this price obviously |
07-12-2002, 07:11 PM | #4 |
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paul ecklund usually has factory rebuilt legacy ej22t engine blocks for about $900. you're probabally aware of this.
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07-12-2002, 08:47 PM | #5 |
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Yeah, I did know about those, being he is local. I believe (and correct me if I'm wrong) that the 2.2l is a SOHC engine though, and I doubt it can handle as much boost as say a 2.0L stroked.... or am I off base?
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07-12-2002, 09:12 PM | #6 |
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you are right. it will handle slightly less boost. but will make more horse power w/ less boost. stock they only run between 7-9 psi because they were not intercooled. a stock wrx intercooler will fit w/ some modification. but I love the low end torque of these engines compared to the ej20. there is alot of potential with these engines. plus they are a closed deck design. hope this helps some. in the legacy forum you can find more info if you'd like.
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07-13-2002, 01:33 AM | #7 |
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Low end torque is great (I used to be a big mustang fan) but I'm not giving up my 19psi of boost... just ain't gonna happen.
I found the engine I've been looking for - MY01 Japanese WRX engine. Has everything on it, including the flywheel, turbo, and A/C compressor for $1K. Has less than 30k miles on it, and the importer says it probably has a LOT less than that, because it looks like it hasn't even hardly been used. I doubt that, but as long as its as strong as the current block, it'll be a good replacement until I can figure out what I'm going to do longterm (ie rebuild my current block with forged parts that can take the abuse). |
07-13-2002, 02:02 AM | #8 |
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i smell super project good luck, a twin turbo ej20? you arent stealing that from a dune buggy are you?
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