Fitting the K24 Into The RX-8 (Part 2)
Continuing from my previous post, my next step was to join the motor and trans together. I actually pushed the motor/trans combo under the car and lifted it up into the car, using some floor jacks and and engine hoist. It was similar to how people drop/put in NC Miata motors. The reason I did this is I didn't have a load leveler, and I was worried about repeatedly bashing the firewall trying to get the trans in.
Putting it together with the adapter kit is pretty straight forward. Just install it like you would on any other clutch. I ended up having to sorta use some different bolts and some washers, etc, because the instructions weren't clear at all. In fact, my kit came with absolutely no instructions at all, so I winged it. That resulted in me doing some sketchy things to get the trans bolted to the plate, and the plate bolted to the motor. If you're using this kit, I would probably call them for instructions.
I got the motor all connected together with the trans and the new coolant outlet I got. During this whole test fitting back and forth process, I found out that I needed to actually cut the firewall. The reason being, my coolant outlet was hitting the trans tunnel. When I kept trying to smash and grind it in, I eventually ran into the HVAC unit. So I pulled the motor out for the millionth time and got to work on pulling the dash and removing everything behind it.
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- Relocated the ABS module (previous post)
- Relocated the steering rack (comes with the kit)
- Cut and sealed the firewall
- Cut out the center support (you can get away with notching it instead)
- Flattened the motor mounts (previous post)
- Cut the subframe and had it welded (previous post)
That's about it for this post. This is the point where I wrapped up the loose ends and pushed the car out into the driveway. If I forgot any more steps on fitting the motor into the car, I'll update this with it. :)
Whats the oil pan situation like? modifications and clearances
ReplyDeleteYou need to cut a section out of the subframe for the oilpan to fit, then have the part you cut out welded for structural support. If you take a look at my part 1 post I have some pictures and info on it as well
Deletedo you have any more info on that welding process I am looking at doing it myself?
Deleteis there going to be a part 3 about wiring and etc? would love to see it!
ReplyDeleteHey, yep :) I have a few outstanding posts I need to make... Currently I haven't tackled the wiring of the swap but I'll be sure to post about it when I do :)
DeleteI would love to see the wiring posts
DeleteIm just getting ready to start wiring and not certain if im using both ecus or do adaptronic stand alone