I am a new 1.8L owner questions

[laserrs_t90]

I know Mitsubishi had a 1.8L dohc in the mirage and colts will these heads fit the TEL, 1.8's? I personally could not figure out why they would not. I was just wondering maybe an effective upgrade. Thanks

[fast1.8sohcDSM]

No they will not fit the 1.8 SOHC, the 1.8 has a different set of sleaves in the block, no way will it work. Keep it SOHC.

[laserrs_t90]

I guess I will do the whole engine swap then. The DOHC has to be a better starting place then the SOHC. Thanks for the info.

[saturdaynight]

If you're going to do an engine swap, then why not go with a 4g63 (2.0L) or you could just turbo the 4g37(1.8L) instead.

[ginsu417]

As Ive said before on this board (but nobody listens) Engine swaps are normally a losing financial proposition. Cheaper to sell your car and buy a GSX or a TSi AWD. But it is your money.


Replacement Vehicle (GSX/TSi)
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Time: Subjective
HP: 192 bhp
Cost: Low
Labor: None
Difficulty: Zero

Parts Req'd:
Seller With Decent Car


2.0 N/T Conversion
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Time: Several Days
HP: 140 bhp
Cost: Moderate
Labor: High
Difficulty: Moderate

Parts Req'd:

Motor
Flywheel
Starter Plate
Mounts
Transmission
Manifolds
Intake Piping
Coil Packs
Spark Plug Wires
Sensors
Wiring Harness
Hood (if you have a '90 with a flat hood)
Timing Belt & All Related Components
Alternator
Accessory Belts
Dash Cluster
ECU



1.8L Turbo
----------------------
Time: Several Days
HP: 160-250 bhp
Cost: Moderate
Labor: Moderate
Difficulty: Moderate/High
Ass Kicking: Extremely High

Parts Req'd:

4G32/G32B Turbo Manifold
15G Turbo or Garrett Turbo w/ adapter plate
Custom Exhaust Work
Custom Intake Piping
Vacuum Tubing & Tees
1G BOV
Rising Rate Fuel Pressure Regulator
Oil Supply / Return Line

More than 5 psi:

Intercooler
2 Head Gaskets
APEXi Super AFC
390cc or 450cc Injectors
Boost Gauge
Air/Fuel Gauge

More than 14 psi:

Forged Pistons
Forged Rods
Copper or Stainless Steel Headgasket
ARP studs
Balance Shaft Removal Kit
Swirl Polished Valves
Upgraded or Secondary Oil Pump
Balls of Carbon-Fiber-Titanium-Steel Alloy

[saturdaynight]

Nice list Kalani! :)

Hey laserrs_t90, you might want to think about it! ;)

[laserrs_t90]

I already have a 90 laser RS turbo. So I am keeping this one NA That is why the engine swap. I have a donor car I can get for $400 whole car wrecked in the rear. My trans is bad so I figure I will start with a better platform to begin with. It does not work out I can always go to 2.0 NT. As for buying another car Why I have so much work in mine and there is a sentinmental value that you cannot add up. No car is worth mine in my opinion. Thanks for the list though very detailed.

[ginsu417]

You could always build a Turbo DOHC 4G64 (2.4L) and smoke turbo 4G63s with it :D (my next project)

- K

[fast1.8sohcDSM]

Or you can sell your car and buy a Spyder with the 2.4 and just DOHC that way. THen you have a convertable :)

[laserrs_t90]

Where is the best place to get a 2.4L? I really want to keep this one NT becuase I have a Turbo already. I just want this one to show with quite abit of go but no turbo. I have over $4,000 wrapped up in my turbo car now.

[ginsu417]

Junk yards. Galants have them, and 2G spyders. Installation will be... challenging. The 2.4 has more in common with a 2G 4G63 block. But if you're planning a full swap anyway, the 20% additional displacement is nice :D

[fast1.8sohcDSM]

You want a classy NT? Just keep it 1.8 and get a chrome valve cover and get a dress up kit, or even build your own and make that baby look schweet and ricey. Here, get a blitz kit while your at it :)

[laserrs_t90]

Yeah those Blitz kits are sweet. We have done some stuff to the car already when my friend owned it. I was helping him find stuff for more power and dress up the body. But know that it is mine I am going all out with it. We are working on a way to targa top it. And we are customizing the hood with lexan panels to show off the motor. Thanks for the help and for the ideas.

[gypsymoth]

Originally posted by ginsu417

4G32/G32B Turbo Manifold


Which engine is the 4G32? 2.0L DOHC NA? Or 2.0L DOHC Turbo? What car is this engine in? Thanks.

Chieh
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[ginsu417]

Neither. It's a 1.6L turbo from the 84-87 colt/mirage turbo. There's a TURBO FAQ on this forum.

[saturdaynight]

Edit:

Haha, looks like you beat me to it Kalani! :D

Kalani, you should check out my vids that I posted in the lounge.