GS to a GS-T

[96EclipseGS]

I know this has been discussed many times before, but i cant seem to find the threads that lead to this..im considering dropping a GS-T motor into my 1996 GS, what mods would have to be done to get it to work? besides the tranny swap and fuel pump and such?

[Turbodog97]

Only possible for about 8k, a lot of custom work, and a lot of useless time. I've never seen one done and I don't think anyone else has either Sorry!


End of discussion

[blk_srt]

waste of time and money, if you have the money just go and buy a gst/x

[2006 ECLIPSE GT]

i think u have more luck putting the srt-4 motor in then the gst motor. the gs has a dodge motor and i herd or read somewhere the srt-4 can fit in the gs/rs eclipse....but then who do u know that has a srt-4 motor there not using?

[Turbodog97]

An srt motor!!!!!?!?! Sweet!

[2006 ECLIPSE GT]

Originally Posted by endlessheart666

An srt motor!!!!!?!?! Sweet!

sell him your motor. jk

[l_eclipse_l]

It's called the FAQ. Read it.

[96EclipseGS]

i thought all that was needed was a new motor, a turbo ecu, and the ecu wiring harnesses, because the stock tranny can hold if you strap on a turbo kit for the 420a motor..?

[blk_srt]

Originally Posted by 96EclipseGS

i thought all that was needed was a new motor, a turbo ecu, and the ecu wiring harnesses, because the stock tranny can hold if you strap on a turbo kit for the 420a motor..?

ok compair my engine bay to |_eclipse_|. What do you see? everything is reversed so you would have to make all new mounts and alot of custom fabrication ect ect. cheaper to sell it and buy a turbo dsm

[96EclipseGS]

okay, well i have a certified auto mechanic that says he will install a turbo motor, with the ecu and ecu wiring harnesses, all for about 1500, and right now i have a blown motor as it is, think thats a good deal? or should i just try and sell my car as is?

[blk_srt]

What engine can I swap into my GS/RS ? - ashah000

The only engine that can be directly swaped is the one that is in there right now (the 420a).
You can swap a GS-T engine into the car but it would be extremely difficult and costly.

Here are the costs (from 2gnt)
1. 4G63 turbo engine (stock) $1500
2. transmission (stock GS-T FWD) $500
3. wiring harness for engine $300
4. 4G63 ECU (stock) $300
5. shift linkage $200
6. custom engine mounts $200
7. chassis cross member $100
8. complete exhaust $200
9. intercooler, turbo, related parts $500
10. boost gauge/fuel filter, etc $300
11. Installation $1500
Total - $5600

You can also swap in a 2.4L from a Dodge Stratus/PT cruiser. This is easier than the GS-T swap, however it does require some custom faberication. Also it would be backwards (the header would be on the firewall side)
for the record I found that in 30 seconds on the faq page. search next time. this topic has been covered a million times over

[Eclipsewhipping]

Just turbo your 420a there is plenty of kits out there for that

[l_eclipse_l]

Originally Posted by Eclipsewhipping

Just turbo your 420a there is plenty of kits out there for that

Much better suggestion, but if he has a blown motor, then just junk the car. Your mechanic does not know what he's talking about if he thinks he can do the swap for $1,500 and only those few parts.