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Old May 18, 2007 | 09:38 PM
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FC to FD Engine swap?

I have an NA 13b 1986 2d coupe, n I want to convert it to an S5 with an FD twin turbo engine an was wonderin whats the requirements to do this n how much will it cost? Also, I want to know if it has been done before so I can get some advise!
Old May 18, 2007 | 09:42 PM
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If you need to ask then NO YOU CANT. Wait, convert it to an S5 with a FD engine? That doesn't make sense boy, FD's are series 6 to 8.
Old May 18, 2007 | 09:45 PM
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I mean swap it to an fd engine, S5 Exterior, im just tryn to do research
Old May 18, 2007 | 09:51 PM
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I mean swap it to an fd engine, S5 Exterior, im just tryn to do research
Search button will do you better than asking. That way you will gain info without ridicule.
Old May 18, 2007 | 10:03 PM
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I think they might have some good articles in the "search". I didnt read them, but I think I saw a few posts
Old May 18, 2007 | 10:17 PM
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Or you could read the FAQ. As it says, the simple answer is NO. It requires fabricating a custom subframe and all sorts of extra work. Also, it is basically impossible to make the twin turbos work like they do in the FD so they are useless and you are better off with a single.
After all this, you will probably be able to make just as much power with less money and work by just swapping in an s5 turbo engine.
Old May 18, 2007 | 10:19 PM
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+1 to searching... more info in the search feature then you'll find quickly with replies.

a TT 3rd gen engine is a difficult swap to do, the mounts are different, rad connections are different, and engine management is difficult. It's alot easier to make power with the Turbo 2nd gen engine, as nice/torquey as the FD setup is it's more hassle than it's worth.
Old May 18, 2007 | 10:25 PM
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well,if you want a "rew" THAT bad, then maybe just bolt on SOME of the parts, like the awesome looking intake manifold, alternator, and maybe even the housings/ omp system? (for this one through, dunno how hard and if it would need ecu control, etc. but the idea being that FD hosings have better chrome and a simpler omp system only using 2 oil injectors instead of 4, thus also eating less oil.)

As for the full swap, dont do it... You would need to convert to single turbo anyway, and it would not be worth it unless you got a fully rebuilt one for free.
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Old May 18, 2007 | 10:43 PM
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Old May 18, 2007 | 11:49 PM
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Covered in the FAQ for FC sticky thread found at the top of this section.

You always want to read the FAQ for FC sticky thread before posting as many commonly asked questions (such as the one this thread was started with) are covered there.

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