LS2 swap by KAB Customs with Pure Automotive Motec

[cf6mech]

Happy to see another swap project .

[Sportsguy83]

Originally Posted by cf6mech

Happy to see another swap project .

You're the pioneer my man

[cf6mech]

Originally Posted by Sportsguy83

You're the pioneer my man

As they would say, as in critics, it isn't self built. But it was a concept I and it seemed another entity had and it came together. Another shop actually planted the seed and have been very helpful as well......The can- bus guru was found by another shop in Seattle who through this forum contacted me.......so this forum and car forums in general which many are critical of has been extremely helpful to me and I'm thankful for all involved, Truly wish you luck on your conversion.

[Amir Ghadiri]

Use the FiTech Ultimate LS ECU. It will be released next month. I am running it on my own swap and it is great.

[Calum]

Originally Posted by Amir Ghadiri

Use the FiTech Ultimate LS ECU. It will be released next month. I am running it on my own swap and it is great.

What makes it great?

[Cartman]

Papi's thread... can't miss this

[Amir Ghadiri]

Originally Posted by Calum

What makes it great?

Full self tuning kit with aluminum LS style intake manifold, throttle body, injectors, engine ecu & ignition box, wire harness, knock sensor control, boost control, etc. literally everything for only $1500. Designed, tested, and supported here in California. It's as kick ass as it gets.

[Sportsguy83]

Originally Posted by Amir Ghadiri

Full self tuning kit with aluminum LS style intake manifold, throttle body, injectors, engine ecu & ignition box, wire harness, knock sensor control, boost control, etc. literally everything for only $1500. Designed, tested, and supported here in California. It's as kick ass as it gets.

And how does it integrate with the stock CAN systems? What works and what doesn't? You still have the OEM dash? What lights are on?

[Amir Ghadiri]

Originally Posted by Sportsguy83

And how does it integrate with the stock CAN systems? What works and what doesn't? You still have the OEM dash? What lights are on?

It's a standalone EMS. Not meant to integrate with CAN systems. You can still setup your EPS, Tach, ABS with an Arduino, but no TC, Cruise, etc.

[nmctacticz]

so besides the engine swap... what transmission are you getting? what about the drivetrain and axles, power steering, fuel system, cooling?? wtf happens to all that?
Although i wana do the same to my FRS this sounds like a nightmare and you"ll lose some of the luxuries that came with the car

[wutsaiu]

Originally Posted by nmctacticz

so besides the engine swap... what transmission are you getting? what about the drivetrain and axles, power steering, fuel system, cooling?? wtf happens to all that?
Although i wana do the same to my FRS this sounds like a nightmare and you"ll lose some of the luxuries that came with the car

You have a WRX and a FRS

[Spartarus]

Originally Posted by nmctacticz

so besides the engine swap... what transmission are you getting? what about the drivetrain and axles, power steering, fuel system, cooling?? wtf happens to all that?
Although i wana do the same to my FRS this sounds like a nightmare and you"ll lose some of the luxuries that came with the car

If the swap is done right...

You lose nothing.

All OEM features work.

It's expensive and time consuming, but not prohibitively so.

A proper kit will supposedly exist... Eventually.

For MT, most people use t56. TR6060's and TKO's get used, rarely.

The frs differential is very robust.

Power steering is electric and self-contained. It needs a few ECU signals to start and work.

Stock returnless fuel system can be used, with a pump change only necessary for peak flow. There are plenty of pumps available off-the-shelf.

There is plenty of space for a sufficient radiator... The stock A/C system needs 2 new compressor lines, but can otherwise be completely reused.

Weight increase is negligible.

The car needs only 1 sheetmetal mod in the transmission tunnel. It involves cutting a few spot welds and throwing away a small stamped steel brace, which can be replaced.

[Summerwolf]

Originally Posted by nmctacticz

so besides the engine swap... what transmission are you getting? what about the drivetrain and axles, power steering, fuel system, cooling?? wtf happens to all that?
Although i wana do the same to my FRS this sounds like a nightmare and you"ll lose some of the luxuries that came with the car

Wtf kind pf post is this? When done correctly you lose no luxuries and gain reliability / power.

[nmctacticz]

Originally Posted by Spartarus

If the swap is done right...

You lose nothing.

All OEM features work.

It's expensive and time consuming, but not prohibitively so.

A proper kit will supposedly exist... Eventually.

For MT, most people use t56. TR6060's and TKO's get used, rarely.

The frs differential is very robust.

Power steering is electric and self-contained. It needs a few ECU signals to start and work.

Stock returnless fuel system can be used, with a pump change only necessary for peak flow. There are plenty of pumps available off-the-shelf.

There is plenty of space for a sufficient radiator... The stock A/C system needs 2 new compressor lines, but can otherwise be completely reused.

Weight increase is negligible.

The car needs only 1 sheetmetal mod in the transmission tunnel. It involves cutting a few spot welds and throwing away a small stamped steel brace, which can be replaced.

Thanks for clearing this up I really appreciate it... I have put some thought into to it and have put aside 7 grand for this project. I want to to do a LS1 swap but finding the right mechanic to do it is my only issue