Thank you for breaking this down with the three videos. I own an ST, contemplating getting a GT and swapping it. Your perspective was helpful. I hope you are well and enjoying your SC300.
Dude, thank you so much. You have no idea how valuable this info is to me. I'm doing a 3SGTE st205 swap soon on a 2003 Toyota Matrix. Going to be AWD though since I'm getting it from a Celica GT4. BTW you earned a sub for this.
Hell yeah man sweet celica! I made 320whp and 395nm (On pump) with my stock 3rd gen with bolt ons and have now pulled the motor back out. Since then the bottom end has been Fully forged and upgraded the head with GSC S2 274 cams, titanium retainers and valve springs. Ported front and rear ct20b with 3071 internals. Also have an ATS top feed rail and 1200cc injectors with a walbro 400 and everything needed for a flex tune. Running an LSD S54 box, just shooting for 400-450whp and leaving it there. I also have a jzz30 Soarer (1JZGTE) and genuine ST205 GT4 I have big plans for.
All being documented on my channel for those interested in following the process! Just put up a how to video on fitting st205 4 pot front 2 pot rear brakes to an st204 fwd
I appreciate the info it is really helpful, I plan to do something similar. Yet it is my first build but I am a bit overwhelmed with how much I have to do to get my car where I would like it. I plan on putting the 3sgte head on the 5sfe and have a combo upgrade with the internals (Forged 5sfe pistons and 3sgte rods). As well as making it 4 wheel drive there are a lot of questions I still have onto how to tackle all of these steps. I have done tons of research and know what I have to do to get it running but I have questions about making a front wheel car into 4 wheel. If you have any recommendations on building 5sgte or any modifications I would need to make to the rear to make it 4 wheel drive I would appreciate it. (1998 toyota celica gt with 5sfe)
Absolutely love the content!, has given me a lot of motivation to swap my 3sge out for the GTE. Just a quick question, did you use the stock fuel lines? Many thanks 🙂
These videos helped so much more than all the info on the forums combine, can’t thank you enough brother. This is my third celica finally worked up the guts to do the 4th gen swap. Where’d you find all the torque specs?
@@denigrator6399 I know the power steering belt is the same. I believe the AC/alternator belt is different because the 5sfe alternator bracket acts as a tensioner while the 3sgte has a separate tensioner.
I have a question at any time that you had your celica did you experience a lot of carbon build up in your thottle body as of late i have been having some problems with that i have used some cleaners and still getting no where i have a new tp sensor and thinking on getting a new iac sensor and my thottle kinda gets stuck some times i have to let it warm up but im still idleing almost at 2 grand im just not sure where to go from there
Did you empty the catch can? The car might need a retune with the change in climate/elevation. I had carbon buildup up but a catch can fixed that. Turbo engines can create some blow by when on boost.
I saw one done but it requires a gt4 rear end and a lot of fabrication to turn the engine in the bay. It is easier and cheaper to find a RWD car instead. That is why I bought a SC300.
I have never built a 3sgte. I wouldn’t be a lot of help. Do some searches online. There are some good forged pistols and rod combos out there for the 3sgte just make sure it keeps the compression ratio where you want it.
I just purchased a 99 gt, I want to look into an engine swap, is a 3sgte like the only engine that will fit into it? I want something with power but not too much that it will damage the car, any suggestions?
It is an obd2 car but when I did the swap, I was not able to get a reading from my obd2 port. It is a JDM ECU so I believe the output was different. When I went stand-alone ECU, the OBD2 port is completely useless.
If you are sticking with the Celica transmission, then use a 3sgte pressure plate with a 5sfe clutch disk. There are many options out there. Also, if you buy a kit that has everything, do not use the throw out bearing, get a OEM one. The ones it the kits are not very good and tend to go bad really fast.
It should work with your stock clutch disc then. The key is that the flywheel and pressure plate must match the engine and the clutch disc must match the transmission. If you are going 3sgte, make sure your clutch setup is rated to withstand the torque.
this is so odd I was looking two find what mods I could do to my new sc300 I just bought today to later find out you have a celica as well ... tripped out. Hope you keep making videos it would really help only 18 years old 😂
Thank you for breaking this down with the three videos. I own an ST, contemplating getting a GT and swapping it. Your perspective was helpful. I hope you are well and enjoying your SC300.
Dude, thank you so much. You have no idea how valuable this info is to me. I'm doing a 3SGTE st205 swap soon on a 2003 Toyota Matrix. Going to be AWD though since I'm getting it from a Celica GT4. BTW you earned a sub for this.
If you have any questions, please let me know. I will see if I can help.
@@r.a.w.performance6602 Considering buying a 6th gen, not sure if i’ll fit in one since im 6’5 lol
@@nalcij I am 6’4” and I fit fine. It is a little tight though.
As usual very, very detailed on so many main parts to look into when you want to go for that 3sgte. Great video!
I am glad you like the video!
amazing job bro thank u so much
Hell yeah man sweet celica! I made 320whp and 395nm (On pump) with my stock 3rd gen with bolt ons and have now pulled the motor back out. Since then the bottom end has been Fully forged and upgraded the head with GSC S2 274 cams, titanium retainers and valve springs. Ported front and rear ct20b with 3071 internals. Also have an ATS top feed rail and 1200cc injectors with a walbro 400 and everything needed for a flex tune. Running an LSD S54 box, just shooting for 400-450whp and leaving it there. I also have a jzz30 Soarer (1JZGTE) and genuine ST205 GT4 I have big plans for.
All being documented on my channel for those interested in following the process! Just put up a how to video on fitting st205 4 pot front 2 pot rear brakes to an st204 fwd
Sounds like an awesome build man!
I appreciate the info it is really helpful, I plan to do something similar. Yet it is my first build but I am a bit overwhelmed with how much I have to do to get my car where I would like it. I plan on putting the 3sgte head on the 5sfe and have a combo upgrade with the internals (Forged 5sfe pistons and 3sgte rods). As well as making it 4 wheel drive there are a lot of questions I still have onto how to tackle all of these steps. I have done tons of research and know what I have to do to get it running but I have questions about making a front wheel car into 4 wheel. If you have any recommendations on building 5sgte or any modifications I would need to make to the rear to make it 4 wheel drive I would appreciate it. (1998 toyota celica gt with 5sfe)
Absolutely love the content!, has given me a lot of motivation to swap my 3sge out for the GTE. Just a quick question, did you use the stock fuel lines?
Many thanks 🙂
Yes, I used the stock 5sfe fuel lines.
Hell yeah! I ran thru forums for hours looking for an answer to this. Doing the swap right now, my confidence just went up 10 fold
These videos helped so much more than all the info on the forums combine, can’t thank you enough brother. This is my third celica finally worked up the guts to do the 4th gen swap. Where’d you find all the torque specs?
I have a haynes book that lays out all the engines available in a celica and specs but not specific to the 3sgte. Closest is 3sge
Do a search for MR2 3sgte torque specs. You might only find them for the 2nd or 3rd gen. The torque specs are the same.
@@r.a.w.performance6602 one more question.. same hoses, belts and throttle cable as 5sfe? Thanks for replying
@@denigrator6399 I know the power steering belt is the same. I believe the AC/alternator belt is different because the 5sfe alternator bracket acts as a tensioner while the 3sgte has a separate tensioner.
@@r.a.w.performance6602 appreciate it I’ll be sure to give you a shout out when it’s running
Does thefactory wier harness work with the 3sgte how did you get that all set up?
No, the factory harness does not work. You have to get it converted. I speak about this in my videos.
Great video, would most of this apply to the 5th gen as well? I'm swapping mine and I know the engine goes for $2400-$2600 now
It should all apply, the only difference with the 5th gen from the 4th is no oil cooler and different exhaust manifold.
Quick question for you. On the MS3Pro, which one did you go with? I see 3 different variations of it.
MS3PRO EVO
I have a question at any time that you had your celica did you experience a lot of carbon build up in your thottle body as of late i have been having some problems with that i have used some cleaners and still getting no where i have a new tp sensor and thinking on getting a new iac sensor and my thottle kinda gets stuck some times i have to let it warm up but im still idleing almost at 2 grand im just not sure where to go from there
Did you empty the catch can? The car might need a retune with the change in climate/elevation. I had carbon buildup up but a catch can fixed that. Turbo engines can create some blow by when on boost.
Sir can i ask something about 3sgte engine??
What’s your question?
Any thoughts on rwd conversion ?
I saw one done but it requires a gt4 rear end and a lot of fabrication to turn the engine in the bay. It is easier and cheaper to find a RWD car instead. That is why I bought a SC300.
What’s the link for the wall bro fuel pump currently doing this swap with a caldina 3sgte motor on a 5sfe celica
Search Walbro 255, makes sure to get a name brand one. I ran a generic one and it only lasted a few months.
I plan on eventually reaching 413 hp. I want to upgrade the piston and rods before i drop the motor in. Any suggestions on which to buy
I have never built a 3sgte. I wouldn’t be a lot of help. Do some searches online. There are some good forged pistols and rod combos out there for the 3sgte just make sure it keeps the compression ratio where you want it.
What should i search for while trying to look for upgraded piston and rods?
I had stock rods and pistons. It all depends on your power goals. The 4th gen 3sgte rods can handle 400 hp to the crank.
Hi..I have a 6 gen 95 gt...thinking upgrading my stock engine.....thank for the info 🙏
Glad to help.
I just purchased a 99 gt, I want to look into an engine swap, is a 3sgte like the only engine that will fit into it? I want something with power but not too much that it will damage the car, any suggestions?
The 1mz can also be swapped into them. It is a v6 Toyota motor.
Did you even consider swapping your front wheel drive to awd like in the gt4
I looked into it but it would be a lot of fabrication. It would be easier to take a GT4 and swap it to left hand drive by gutting a FWD Celica.
How long ago did you swap it. And what did you pay for motor harness and ecu. I’m in Canada
I did the swap in 2016. The harness conversion cost $500 from WireGap. I paid $1100 for the engine. JDM engines are more expensive now.
Thanks bud yea they re asking 3250 for everything
How much more difficult if I used a gen 5
It should be the same amount of work. The main difference between the 4th and 5th gen is a different exhaust manifold and no oil cooler.
Ooh unreleased Celica content
are you running this engine with obd1 ecu or obd2 ecu ? Tanks
It is an obd2 car but when I did the swap, I was not able to get a reading from my obd2 port. It is a JDM ECU so I believe the output was different. When I went stand-alone ECU, the OBD2 port is completely useless.
what clutch did you use?
If you are sticking with the Celica transmission, then use a 3sgte pressure plate with a 5sfe clutch disk. There are many options out there. Also, if you buy a kit that has everything, do not use the throw out bearing, get a OEM one. The ones it the kits are not very good and tend to go bad really fast.
@@r.a.w.performance6602I'm swapping a 3sgte into my 3sge celica, would the 3sgte flywheel and pressure plate work with the stock clutch disk?
What type of transmission?
@@r.a.w.performance6602 S54
It should work with your stock clutch disc then. The key is that the flywheel and pressure plate must match the engine and the clutch disc must match the transmission. If you are going 3sgte, make sure your clutch setup is rated to withstand the torque.
this is so odd I was looking two find what mods I could do to my new sc300 I just bought today to later find out you have a celica as well ... tripped out. Hope you keep making videos it would really help only 18 years old 😂
Glad you are enjoying the content!