TT Mivec build

[RL7]

Well I'm taking this kinda slow, but it should be fun. Putting a 6g72 mivec from a jap diamante 30m into a stealth and adding a couple turbos. Right now I'm trying to figure out what to do with the valve covers and oil pump (whether the curent location will interfere with the axle or if a 3s oil pump can fit). And to add to the chaos, it's going to be an auto (shift kit, end clutch, and trans cooler installed). Well, this is going to be something....

[MichaelMR2]

Brilliant to see someone finally getting into this, let us know how it goes...is that a hole in the sump?

Edit: if your going to all this effort...are you SURE you can't dig up a manual

[Ondontii]

i was hoping it was a 3.8l :P

How are you going to control the cam profile switchover?

[MichaelMR2]

I'm guessing a SAFC or the likes,@ondontii yeah I'm killing myself to get a 3.8L conversion going, mmm R35 killer (+ gear box strengthening + 19x10 rear + 19x9 front + negative camber + 16G's etc )

shame no-one seems bold enough yet ;D (but I am saving)

[lawdogg]

Nice swap!!!!!!! Keep us updated!

[green-lantern]

yeah, I will keep an eye on this thread.

[GOTRICE]

hmmm i swear the only mivec engines had the engine on your passenger side (our drivers) ie opposite orientation to our 2nd gen magnas (1st gen diamantes) and opposite to your 3000gt's.

The problem will be in the tuning. Throwing it out there early more hassle than its worth with the mivec + turbos.

Along this line of thinking i dont even know if the TT manifolds will bolt up.

Let us know your plans.

Ps im in Aus.

[RL7]

MichaelMR2- I do have many manuals, including a very nice 6g7 series manual from 2001. The only problem is this engine is not referenced anywhere! I'm not even sure a service manual exists for this particular car. I've almost learned japanese trying to track one down. No holes in the engine that aren't supposed to be there... I think

Ondontii- I'm controlling the mivec with an rpm activated switch. It's controlled by 12v solenoids, give them power, profile changes. Suprisingly simple stuff.

GOTRICE- You're right engine is on the opposite side. That is where most of the the trouble spots are. NA manifolds bolt up fine (the manifolds and most of the other stuff bolted to the engine in the last pic is from the stealth), so the turbo manis shouldn't be a problem. Almost everything has bolted up without much trouble. Had to tap a couple holes and grind the motor mount bracket to clear that water pump, but nothing too serious yet. Can't know if it's more hassle than it's worth until you do it, so I'm doing it. I do anticipate tuning being a bitch, but you never know.

I think next I'm going to drop the pan and see if a 3s oil pump will bolt up. Worst case scenario, I'll have to use the stealth block with these heads. I'm trying to stay away from doing that, but it really may be the easiest option. At least once I pull the pan, I can see if it's a 2-bolt or 4-bolt.

[Monster Stealth]

Wow, I had been wondering when someone was going to attempt this. Keep us updated, this will be interesting for sure.

[shooter83]

i always wanted to see this happen! subscribed!