The Real Cost of an Engine Swap

[LooseChangeRacing]

You know I was really thinking about getting a BPT GTR? GTX? The 210 HP one from Total Boost, but I need more info on this one guys. My main questions is...I buy the engine for $1500. Now let's say I could do everything myself, no mechanic at all. I don't think thats possible, but hey...heh I just wanna find out products costs. I'm not even quite sure exactly every single piece that I'll need to buy.
I have the 92 RS....
I want to know how much I'll spend.
I can figure in labor later.
Even an estimated price would be good. I'm just reading alot of "oh you need this this this and this. and well maybe this." Maybe someone who has done the swap can tell me how much they spent.

Thanks in ahead of time.

[OsoSlo z28]

read the FAQ. prices for parts are relative since some people can find better deals than others. the only difference for you since you have a sohc is that you can use the protege lx ecu, though i suggest a stand-alone system if you want it to run GOOD. IMO, the gt-r isn't worth the money. just get a gtx and build from there.

[DVH]

Well I have not done the swap, but I am planning it in the summer. Here's a list of the parts you will need and as for the price of these parts, I think you could figure that out.

Items Needed:
BPT motor
upgraded clutch(ACT)
intercooler
bov
misc. hoses(master cylinder, waste-gate, bov)

90-94 Mazda Protege LX(DOHC) items needed:
transmission
transmission mounts and brackets
flywheel
drive-shafts
jack-shaft
pilot bearing
throw-out bearing

Suggested Items:
new belts(timing, alternator, power-steering-a/c)
new spark plugs and wires
fuel filter
oil filter
new motor mounts
reprogrammed ecu (or Standalone)
upgraded fuel pump
boost gauge
a/f gauge
egt gauge

[jaydog5678]

I have some "what you need stuff" on my site.

http://www.forumco.com/moca/forum.asp?FORUM_ID=33&CAT_ID=10Forum_Title=BPT%2D+Swap+Gu ide

<small>[ January 17, 2004, 04:49 PM: Message edited by: jaydog5678 ]</small>

[mx3TT]

Also check out my cardomain site to see what I bought for the swap.