Guest analog Posted December 17, 2010 Share Posted December 17, 2010 Hi everyone, My name is Jon and I live in Virginia in the States, I own a white LHD '95 non-turbo, with a manual 5 speed trans (pictures to come)180k mile or (289k kil I think?) on it. I've had it for about 3 years now and love it. It's slightly modified with front and rear tower bars, radiator cooling plate, cold air intake, short shifter, and 97-98 headlights. any advice for going N/A T? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted December 17, 2010 Share Posted December 17, 2010 Going by most peoples comments on here it is generally less hassle to go from N/A to TT. Much better to have the coilpack ignition etc and more control over the engine in general. You will get the same amount of power from a BPU TT than you will from most modist N/A-T installs for a lot less money. Not sure if the costs etc are the same in the US though, as the off the shelf parts in the US tend to be quite cheap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_p Posted December 17, 2010 Share Posted December 17, 2010 Hi and welcome, I agree with Scott, in the long run, it's probably better to get a TT engine, however, there is NA-T club, which is quite helpfull. p.s. We need pics:d Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest analog Posted December 17, 2010 Share Posted December 17, 2010 True, I always liked how the TT has coil packs, no distributor in the way. I might go either way, I haven't priced a swap yet, but it looks like $7000 for the turbo kit, extra parts, and services. I'm pretty sure that engine upgrading and tuning is the same as the in the UK. I'll try a price it this weekend at some local shops, I would love to do everything my self but i don't the time garage, or tools to do it. Would I have to swap transmissions and ECU if I did? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest analog Posted December 17, 2010 Share Posted December 17, 2010 I'll take some pictures tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted December 17, 2010 Share Posted December 17, 2010 If sticking with BPU you should be fine with the 5spd box, the ECU is a definite though due to the ignition. If you want to push for more power you will definitely need to upgrade to a 6spd. It's going to be the same if you want to push the power on the N/A-T though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest analog Posted December 17, 2010 Share Posted December 17, 2010 Alright, thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest analog Posted December 18, 2010 Share Posted December 18, 2010 (edited) Edited December 18, 2010 by analog (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest analog Posted December 18, 2010 Share Posted December 18, 2010 http://s55.photobucket.com/albums/g159/supraman_photos/?action=view¤t=SDC11635.jpghttp://s55.photobucket.com/albums/g159/supraman_photos/?action=view¤t=SDC11634.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted December 18, 2010 Share Posted December 18, 2010 Looks nice mate, I see you are having similar weather to us at the moment.... that makes a change lol. Rear wheels need some offset Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest analog Posted December 18, 2010 Share Posted December 18, 2010 I know, the owner before me put the same size rims front and rear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraDan24 Posted December 18, 2010 Share Posted December 18, 2010 I'd definately consider going NA-TT over NA-T, all the positves and none of the negatives. One thing to watch out for if you go NA-T or NA-TT is putting too much power through the 5-speed tranni in low gears, it can be quite detramental so i've read. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest analog Posted December 23, 2010 Share Posted December 23, 2010 I just got a price quote from a local import tuning shop, they said $7000US from start to finish for a full TT swap. (JDM spec)engine, trans, wiring harness, ecu, and drive shaft. Conveniently it is the same price they offered me for doing a single turbo kit. I've got one more shop that I asked about a price, they should get back to me within 4 days. Thanks for all your info, I'll be doing the TT swap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted December 23, 2010 Share Posted December 23, 2010 That seems a little pricey but it is good that it's a drive in drive out switch. When you say trans, are you getting a TT auto box or a 6spd? If it's the latter then it's a bargain I think as they are both going to be similar cash, that you are making the right decision. You won't be dealing with any unknowns that way, and you have the reliability of a TT to boot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted December 24, 2010 Share Posted December 24, 2010 Welcome to the club Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest analog Posted December 24, 2010 Share Posted December 24, 2010 ^ Happy to be here 6 speed I let you guys know when I get more information. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest analog Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 ebay euro style turnsignals and side markers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neo2810 Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 The front indicators look spot on, but I don't like the repeaters at all... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradleyh_15 Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 Looking good mate! Good luck with the swap! Nice looking base car though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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