FE3 DOHC FAQ (JDM Engine Swap Info):

[FRCFD6]

Originally posted by FRCFD6
i checked out the site, and everytime i click on one of the links, it doesnt work ?!

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[FE3T]

Originally posted by FRCFD6
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the first FE3 faq post
http://www.mx6.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=45728

The cleaned up post
http://www.mx6.com/forums/showthread...threadid=58099

[FRCFD6]

im talking about the links that are posted under it

Here are some more sites and things to read regrading FE3:

FE3T's website
Turbo Chat FE3 info
Randy's site

wiring diagram
valve keepers

evo vac lines
evos fe3 coming in soon
FE3 vs F2T
FE3 started
kia part numbers

vics controler
FE3 in probe
rev limting problem
FE3???
FE3 thermostat
Fe3 debate
evos thoughts on fe3
cheap turbo for fe3
misconspections about fe3
SDS install
FE3 Timing
FE3 talk (some info on this link may or may not be correct) FE3 revlimiting problem
Another Evo rant about using FE3 parts on the F2T (its not worth it!) FE3 overbore Q? More on SDS

[FE3T]

Originally posted by FRCFD6
im talking about the links that are posted under it

Only the mx6.com links are not working for me.
it seems like this is somewhat caused by the change of servers.

replace /boardnew/ with /forums/ and they should work

[Probesport]

Originally posted by FE3T
Only the mx6.com links are not working for me.
it seems like this is somewhat caused by the change of servers.

replace /boardnew/ with /forums/ and they should work

Fixed.

[evo626]

I edited it. Should work just fine. Just pm me is you have any usefull info to pass on that I may have missed.
evo

[morkys]

So if you did an FE3 in an 89 PGT with say, the 9.2 compression scenario, but kept boost to 12 PSI, you'd still see nice fat torque power curve? PSI for PSI, an FE3 would be considerabley more powerful over the whole RPM range? Wow. The ultimate in custom coolness.

[StevoGT89]

Alright, lets say I wanted to build an FE3 and build it hard enough to push about 15psi. What would you have to do to make it your everyday driver and have accessories such as heat, AC, Power Steering and all that good stuff. Would it even be worth it or should I just rebuild my F2T with some new goodies to harden it up for about 15-20psi???

[anomaly]

Well here is the current thread at mx6.com related to the FE DOHC rebuild:
http://www.mx6.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=70096

and here is a similar thread here at PT:
http://www.probetalk.com/forums/show...did=1701054653

Most of this is for the engine internals and not the accessories, though.

[evo626]

Seems funny that most threads fe3 have my name in them. Pretty soon once my engine is back expect to see another Fe3 faqs spread on the fe3 build up. Complete with pictures when ever posible. Soon no-one will ever have to ask another question again. lol
evo

[1hookedupglnCT]

evo how is the rebuild coming with finding the right parts?

[evo626]

Slow but the engine will be done in about 2 weeks. THe main thing has been crossrefersing parts and getting a few custom/ special order parts, ie pistons, custom valves, and head studs.
evo

[greenlantern747]

Ok, i've been slowly working on my car, and i've gotten to the point where i was going to just go get a new car, but now that i've been reading almost everything that i can about the F3T, i'm thinking that i'd kinda like to go that route. now my question is, does anyone know where i can find a good how too on the install, or know where i could find a shop in texas to do this swap for me? I'm going from a GL to this engine, so if anyone can send me a PM or an email, or any type of info, hope this isn't a wasted post in this thread, just been reading so much, and can't find someone in same situation or someone whoes gone through the orocess... thanks for any help..


Sean

[ProbeGT90R]

we are all doing these ourselves. if you need a shop to do it then you'd have to call around and see who would be willing to do it and for a price. we really can't tell you where to go, especially since none are from tx i don't think. any place should do it since it is a direct fit, though a lot of places shy away from custom work for liability reasons.

[FLAPOC-Pres]

Frequent asked questions..

Do the FE3 motor drops right into my ProbeGT or MX-6/626 GT?

Yes the motor drops right in.


Can I use the stock F2/F2T ECU to control the FE3 motor?

Well you can, but you would have to modify the stock F2T distributor to fit. The FE3 distributor is longer, it actually extends further in the head than the F2 one. So you will have to extend the F2 distributor shaft to reach the FE3 overhead exhaust cam. Both F2/FE3 cams are the same size on the distributor end.

(Go with SDS ignition systems)


Can I use the stock F2T transaxle?

Yes you can! You can use the F2T transaxle, flywheel, clutch, and motor mounts, and axles. Even the intermediate shaft of the transaxle bolts right up to the back side FE3 block.


And yes you can use your stock motor mounts off your F2, and your alternator and bracket, powersteering and bracket, A/C and bracket on the FE3 motor.


Can I use the F2 sensors?

Yes you can. The only difference is the distributor, and the VICS control solenoid, and the FE3 doesn't have a EGR valve.