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hmhatch Feb 1, 2011 09:26 AM

92 SC300 Build
 
I purchased this 92 5 spd. SC300 about a year and half ago. I've been slowly stockpiling parts for it and recently got started. Here are some progress pics:

Car as purchased with 143k on it.

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...b32b8f6230.jpg



1995 Aristo front clip. Almost looks to good to remove.

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...1421e5d25c.jpg

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...960558a469.jpg

Rear sump setup purchased ahead of time from a GE ready to modify for oil return.

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...4f36303e4b.jpg

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...05025cb665.jpg

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...135d4defe3.jpg

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...401eb71a6a.jpg

Front and rear sump comparison.

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...d51d15b3e2.jpg

Installed.
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...b377d01d77.jpg

Pickup gasket.

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...ce3b7fe7ca.jpg


TT Supra water pump with backhousing.

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...f277b4a64a.jpg

US spec Supra twins

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...2c76734314.jpg


JDM spec Supra/Aristo twins. Note the lack of exhaust bypass tube.

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...9a6d016513.jpg

Comparison shot of turbo outlets where downpipe mates.

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...4001ea795b.jpg

US
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...6c86c2b4af.jpg

JDM
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...4738263626.jpg

Brand new OEM TT Supra oil return rubber.
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...2bf5324537.jpg


JDM vs US EGCV.
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...d38b4c8989.jpg

Brand new Toyota/Lexus lower control arm bushings.
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...d8141ee898.jpg

Old bushing removal.
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...121f4604d8.jpg
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...9a83e24248.jpg



Pics of the wiring harness I built. The most time consuming process of the swap. I started with a spare SC300 5 spd. wiring harness. I then broke it down and added the appropriate GTE electronics and wire harness plastics from the RHD Aristo harness to look as factory as possible. Here you can see starter, DIAG box, evap vsv, ED ground, and oil level sensor all exiting the harness behind the intake manifold like factory.

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...06ae594f87.jpg


Here you see SC300 fuse box wiring in top left, GTE igniter wiring bottom left that was added. Igniter will rest on driver side shock tower just like a factory Supra TT.


https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...7b885f86bf.jpg

Injector 2-6, cam, MAP and IAT sensors.

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...c75b70e286.jpg


https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...a74f576cca.jpg

hmhatch Feb 1, 2011 09:27 AM

US spec twins installed.

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...9a5a854372.jpg

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...8e1d386a49.jpg

Wiring harness, turbo heat shield and upper plenum installed.

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...73ffc155c8.jpg

A Lexus needs a nice interior too.
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...cf228e57bf.jpg

Rears are currently done.

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...4c87bfaf48.jpg

Car will be getting the full 97 and up conversion and fresh Garnet Red Pearl paint.

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...b84c4a5629.jpg

OEM Toyota Soarer R154 shifter extension parts to fit R154 to SC just like factory.

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...86f002ee01.jpg


99+ SC/GS/RX steering wheel. Still searching for that airbag.
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...3763a30999.jpg

Brand new OEM 97+ tails.

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...415f1e9f9f.jpg

Denso TT fuel pump.

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...38ac1c9066.jpg

97+ OEM spoiler.
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...00fa09a8f9.jpg

Vintage Work VS Edition wheels.

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...3b1da57b87.jpg

Precision 600hp intercooler. All piping will be custom by me.

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...4bdeab32f7.jpg

R154 transmission. Clutch is undecided.

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...778ca5f8b9.jpg

I'll update more as I go. That's all for now!

jadu Feb 1, 2011 09:42 AM

damn you got a lot of parts! any progress in installing them so far>?

imDementeD Feb 1, 2011 01:31 PM

damn nice start to what looks like a great build..cant wait to see more.

97-SC300 Feb 1, 2011 02:31 PM

super nice bro. keep the pics going

vdhkevo Feb 1, 2011 02:55 PM

What do you need to do to the GE harness to convert it from the KV wires to MAP?

hmhatch Feb 2, 2011 09:21 AM


Originally Posted by vdhkevo (Post 6112234)
What do you need to do to the GE harness to convert it from the KV wires to MAP?



Compare Supra TT and GE ECU pinouts and wiring diagrams. Add / relocate the necessary pins at the E9 and E10 plugs. Get your plugs and wiring from the donor GTE harness. There are a few threads on this.

hmhatch Mar 6, 2011 10:59 AM

Found some more time to work on the car.

About to head in to shop to pull engine.

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...11f7238b8b.jpg

On the lift.

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...2871ba914a.jpg


Everything removed and ready to come out.

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...4f60537b71.jpg
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...22c67a60c0.jpg


And we're out.

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...0d5f0af0ca.jpg

Back outside for a wash.

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...3aa9b39e46.jpg


Dirty bay.
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...4bc7c78f25.jpg


Clean bay.

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...0a9e1585b2.jpg
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...9e30b4e16d.jpg

Back inside.
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...57414b5187.jpg


GE next to GTE.
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...e439967149.jpg


Spec stage 2 for the W58. Less than 1k miles and cost $150.

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...5cbf59f915.jpg


Trans back on.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...bc2f5c5773.jpg

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...2cd44c3a84.jpg
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...72655b4036.jpg

And we're in.
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...079ed75967.jpg


Hopefully I'll find time this week to get it up and running and start building the intercooler piping.

pieisgude Mar 6, 2011 02:31 PM

Did you keep up a price list? You're really inspiring me to get on with my build, but i'm hesitant with my small wallet. Lol.

Looks good!

lilSCsteve Mar 6, 2011 03:21 PM

Nice work man...can't wait to see more.

meangreen1 Mar 6, 2011 03:44 PM

Nice. Can wait to see pics of the R154 instaled.

Joey-E Mar 6, 2011 03:53 PM

Wow congrats this looks awesome and fun:thumbup::):woot:

gijohnnyb Mar 6, 2011 08:03 PM


Originally Posted by pieisgude (Post 6200928)
Did you keep up a price list? You're really inspiring me to get on with my build, but i'm hesitant with my small wallet. Lol.

Looks good!

Yeah, I would like to see that list also since I am prepping to do the same swap.

DoomLight Mar 6, 2011 08:29 PM

same here. im watching this as well. cept im doing the 1jz swap. know where i can get a deal on the oem 97+ bumper? they are quite pricey.

vipsoarer2 Mar 11, 2011 09:24 PM

hey could u explain the rear and front sump oil pans... bc i got a soarer and dropping in the aristo gte and y is that needed?


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