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08-22-2005, 10:03 AM
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ES to RT Conversion
I'm getting an ES, something of a "gift" to keep the car in the family, but as much as I love the stealth, I can't help but feel it's a bit, well, slow. Granted, it's not the slowest thing on the road, but a vehicle that looks as good as the stealth should have a little more power in it. So, that being said, about how difficult would an ES/RT conversion be? I've done an engine swap in my Honda CRX, so I know the basics to the work. Would putting an RT engine/tranny into the ES be the same principle? Pull the ES engine/tranny, put in the RT. I don't want to heavily mod the vehicle, maybe a few bolt-ons to help it breathe easier, but a solid 222hp engine would be a nice upgrade for the heavy car. Any and all advice would be greatly appreciated, thanks!
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08-22-2005, 01:19 PM
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Re: ES to RT Conversion
Um, if you have the ES...you already have the 222hp engine. Check the FAQ for specs. All ESs and RTs were the same mechanically. The only differences were comfort/luxury items. The RT had more options, like leather, digital climate control, etc. The next step up for you would be a twin turbo swap.
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08-22-2005, 05:21 PM
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Why not drop the new eclipse engine in there? it would cost as much as the DOHC 6G72!
youd have a 3.8 V6 w/ 265 HP.
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08-22-2005, 05:40 PM
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Re: ES to RT Conversion
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As for your car feeling slow is it an automatic? If so then thats why. The auto's first gear is insanely tall and the auto sucks up a good bit of power. You could do a 5 speed swap.
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08-22-2005, 07:10 PM
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Re: ES to RT Conversion
Does the auto tranny really take that much power away? I've been wondering about that since I am running an auto in my 91 SL.
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08-22-2005, 07:13 PM
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Re: Re: ES to RT Conversion
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08-22-2005, 10:18 PM
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Re: ES to RT Conversion
HHHmmmm thats something to think about. I have been wanting to do the tranny swap but i couldn't justify spending the money for it. I guess now i have my reason.
 with that being said is there any place on the net in particluar that you would suggest looking for a good tranny?
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