saving my pennies

[mecevans]

i have come to the point where i want to start thinking about a rebuild or a new motor. i have been saving my monies for some kind of engine overhaul. i have not decided on what to go with. right now im driving on a 7MGE with 110 average compression in all cylinders:3d_frown:.

what motor(s) can i put into my car without having any legal issues in cali?

 

[Pernilongo]

I've been driving my 1jz for 4 years every days in LA, didnt get stopped a single time. and always passed smog. :sarcasm:

 

[mecevans]

I've been driving my 1jz for 4 years every days in LA, didnt get stopped a single time. and always passed smog. :sarcasm:

so 1jz is not legal? what does it mean when its barred and can any motor be barred?

 

[slightly_red_MA70]

wow 110 compression?!!!! i have 200 all across on mine

 

[PureDrifter]

you can't ref a 1jz.

a 2jz from a pre-95 SC300, with 5spd ECU and trans (if you're 5spd) will work fine, and as long as you dont mess with the emissions will be able to be reffed rather easily.

 

[mecevans]

so my options are...

2jzge
2jzgte
7mgte

from what i understand 2jz is cheaper to built up because of the huge parts availability. im looking for low end torque and high end HP, so a 7m might be best for me?

i was looking at 7mpower.com's top 10 and i really like the power curve of this car

http://www.7mpower.com/orian_iglesias.shtml

i saw another site with 2jz 1jz and 7m block records but cant find it can anyone direct me to it?

 

[Zumtizzle]

I'm selling a 2JZ car for cheap and it be perfect for you to swap everything over.

 

[mecevans]

I've been driving my 1jz for 4 years every days in LA, didnt get stopped a single time. and always passed smog. :sarcasm:

I'm selling a 2JZ car for cheap and it be perfect for you to swap everything over.

pm sent!:icon_bigg

 

[PureDrifter]

just remember, unless you somehow get yours hands on a reasonably priced USDM Supra 2jz-gte motor, you're confined to using Lexus 2jz-ge's. reason being most "JDM" 2jz-gte's are aristo motors, and dont have ANY of the requisite emissions equipment, as well as lack a CA spec ECU. or a VIN for that matter.