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Christ · 01-27-2009, 01:22 AM

Look for parts from a LeBaron GTC. Or, for that matter, anything w/ GTC in the name. Hell, basically anything with a turbo. There was a Turbo Caravan at the time that came equipped with 5 speed as well, but it's not likely you'll find one for cheap.

There is a 2.2 liter engine that you can swap in (if your LB doesn't already have it.) On top of that, you can use the boost parts and ECU from any turbo car that had a 2.2. (Daytona Shelby, Caravan, several others) with minor re-wiring. The reason I keep mentioning boost, is that it will help you get the most out of your low-RPM driving if you get a properly sized turbo. (Don't waste your time rebuilding the OEM one, it was designed for mid-range performance.)

Dodge, much like Honda, had a reputation for reusing their parts in several iterations... therefore, with some mechanical ability, just about any small dodge engine can be put in. Several 6 cylinder engines could also be used, but that is outside the "performance" aspect that we're specifically looking for on this forum.

Welcome to EcoModder! Now get a wrench... LOL.

01-27-2009, 01:22 AM	#3 (permalink)
Christ Moderate your Moderation. Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Troy, Pa. Posts: 8,919 Pasta - '96 Volkswagen Passat TDi 90 day: 45.22 mpg (US) Thanks: 1,369 Thanked 430 Times in 353 Posts	Look for parts from a LeBaron GTC. Or, for that matter, anything w/ GTC in the name. Hell, basically anything with a turbo. There was a Turbo Caravan at the time that came equipped with 5 speed as well, but it's not likely you'll find one for cheap. There is a 2.2 liter engine that you can swap in (if your LB doesn't already have it.) On top of that, you can use the boost parts and ECU from any turbo car that had a 2.2. (Daytona Shelby, Caravan, several others) with minor re-wiring. The reason I keep mentioning boost, is that it will help you get the most out of your low-RPM driving if you get a properly sized turbo. (Don't waste your time rebuilding the OEM one, it was designed for mid-range performance.) Dodge, much like Honda, had a reputation for reusing their parts in several iterations... therefore, with some mechanical ability, just about any small dodge engine can be put in. Several 6 cylinder engines could also be used, but that is outside the "performance" aspect that we're specifically looking for on this forum. Welcome to EcoModder! Now get a wrench... LOL. __________________ "¿ʞɐǝɹɟ ɐ ǝɹ,noʎ uǝɥʍ 'ʇı ʇ,usı 'ʎlǝuol s,ʇı"