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  • Doing an engine swap is no easy task. UA-camrs make it look easy for your ENTERTAINMENT, trust me, it's not.
    So in this video I go through some items you need to consider and plan for if you are thinking about doing an engine swap!
    enjoy ...

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  • @viewslul2206
    @viewslul2206 3 роки тому +533

    Yea dude this really helped, I was planning on putting a jet engine into my Miata and this really helped explain a lot!!

  • @funnymoe584
    @funnymoe584 3 роки тому +277

    Man show this guy the love he deserves

  • @walidzerrouk3378
    @walidzerrouk3378 2 роки тому +55

    People studying for exams and am watching u here
    Keep up the good work

  • @hocongluan51
    @hocongluan51 Рік тому +31

    I did swap a bigger BMW engine into a small BMW engine, with automatic trans and full luxury function.
    The most stressful is the wiring. It cost me 6 months to do the swap and 4 months for the wiring. So, Yes, please buy the wiring harness if possible

  • @davidramirez9488
    @davidramirez9488 3 роки тому +95

    I like the way you explain everything!

    • @MZopyrus
      @MZopyrus  3 роки тому +6

      thank you, glad you understand it lol

    • @TheLAWtube
      @TheLAWtube 3 роки тому +5

      Honestly, I'm learning so much I think he has the perfect channel for anyone getting into the car scene

  • @valo4306
    @valo4306 3 роки тому +21

    the happiness I get from seeing you post a new video is wordless.

    • @MZopyrus
      @MZopyrus  3 роки тому +4

      This is such a feel good comment, thank you for the love and support, means a lot 🙏🙏🙏

  • @zakshah3480
    @zakshah3480 3 роки тому +66

    Honestly, I've been thinking about getting an Acura Integra and taking a Civic Type R engine and swapping it in. This was a great video that really gave me a lot to think about. Great stuff!

    • @nathanridola8439
      @nathanridola8439 2 роки тому

      Been thinkin about a j series in my integra

    • @goodhustlemotorwerks9024
      @goodhustlemotorwerks9024 2 роки тому

      U should just save and wait to afford for the nsx at that point that way you're upgrading the king of cars boss

    • @sra771
      @sra771 2 роки тому

      @@nathanridola8439 that would be insane bro good luck to u

    • @thomasbrown6332
      @thomasbrown6332 7 місяців тому

      Have you seen the new integras? They look dope, but haven’t checked the specs yet so I’m going off of looks alone.

    • @funniersphere44
      @funniersphere44 4 місяці тому

      Some come with the vtec engine just do more research

  • @mkcraghead
    @mkcraghead Рік тому +3

    Your comment about trying to do your own wiring for the swap, staring at wiring diagrams until you go out and buy a wiring harness that you should have bought in the first place, was so funny. 🤣. I couldn't stop laughing. I've been there before, though not with wiring harnesses, but with other DIY projects. 🤣🤣🤣 Too funny.

  • @onevidkid4563
    @onevidkid4563 2 роки тому +15

    Thanks this made me understand it a bit more. I’ve been thinking about swapping a GT86 with a 2GR-FE(Lotus exige 390) engine

  • @yelenabaykova7419
    @yelenabaykova7419 3 роки тому +12

    Thank you so much! Best and clearest swap explanation Ive seen.

  • @griffin2423
    @griffin2423 3 роки тому +8

    Been waiting for a vid like this bro, keep it up👌🏾

    • @MZopyrus
      @MZopyrus  3 роки тому

      I appreciate it! Thanks

  • @cebolenkosingcobo5122
    @cebolenkosingcobo5122 25 днів тому

    A popular thing they do in my country is to convert pickup trucks to tow tow trucks they lower them take the diesel engine and transmission and put in a petrol v6 or v8 engine and transmission.

  • @yeaysindeed9705
    @yeaysindeed9705 3 роки тому +29

    "Hehehe simple"... sounds like he's speaking from experience 😂💔

    • @MZopyrus
      @MZopyrus  3 роки тому +4

      This is facts 🤣

  • @justinnaidoo2
    @justinnaidoo2 2 роки тому

    This channel is a rabbit hole...Legend.

  • @jaym9349
    @jaym9349 3 роки тому +7

    Thanks alot, this helped me with getting my list for choosing what swap to go with. I have a Datsun 510 and im deciding between a Nissan SR20DE or a Toyota Dual Beams .

    • @thats.ant1210
      @thats.ant1210 3 роки тому +1

      Have you started yet? I'm VQ swapping my 77' 280z

  • @jeremynguy8631
    @jeremynguy8631 2 роки тому +1

    Love the content, saw you first in tiktok love to see you marking bigger moves much love.

  • @acrylic8097
    @acrylic8097 3 роки тому +4

    85 comments my ass, this video has zero dislikes for a reason, this man deserves a million subs easily, thanks man

    • @MZopyrus
      @MZopyrus  3 роки тому

      Thanks man! What a feel good comment 😁

  • @HTrntrs
    @HTrntrs 3 роки тому

    Number of dislikes explain how much resourceful your video is.

  • @spatule8534
    @spatule8534 3 роки тому +1

    I'm from Tiktok and all of your videos are really professional, keep going !

    • @MZopyrus
      @MZopyrus  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you I appreciate it 😁🙏

  • @JC-jt3ug
    @JC-jt3ug Рік тому +5

    My car is completely against every reason you said to swap it
    -Great handling
    -can handle more power
    - commonly swapped
    I have an abarth 595

  • @oskar9552
    @oskar9552 3 роки тому +5

    Thanks dude this was really helpful because I am trying to learn more about cars and parts😃

  • @runner7584
    @runner7584 Рік тому

    Recently i have thought about swapping an Alfa Romeo 159 engine with either a EJ25 engine or a K20A one, you really helped me get some stuff in place

  • @mybeautifulcanada2044
    @mybeautifulcanada2044 3 роки тому +4

    MZ hits again, another great vid. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    • @MZopyrus
      @MZopyrus  3 роки тому

      I appreciate you 🙏🙏🙏 thanks for the support

  • @gojirra3227
    @gojirra3227 2 роки тому +1

    Great video man! You deserve more views and subs tbh

  • @MrHEMI260
    @MrHEMI260 2 роки тому

    You just popped up on my feed for the first time, and this is my 2nd video watched. Great, quick breakdowns. New subscriber now. I'll be asking you questions a lot 😎.

  • @luxecrossvayne9112
    @luxecrossvayne9112 3 роки тому +8

    Another nice and helpful content.

  • @amd5518
    @amd5518 6 місяців тому +1

    Finally fit the w16 in the civic thanks to this video 🙏

  • @raginggamer5764
    @raginggamer5764 4 місяці тому

    This helped a lot. I have an 87 Supra that has metal in the oil so I’m debating swapping to a 1/2JZ or maybe one of the Toyota V8s cause it seems so hard to find 7MGE parts

  • @Cutzbyrayray
    @Cutzbyrayray 9 місяців тому

    Was thinking in swamping an Alfa Romeo engine with a E63 Amg 😂 now this sounds more expensive now hearing this video... thanks 🙏

  • @Togrul_Qurbanov
    @Togrul_Qurbanov Рік тому +1

    3ur fe swap to a GAZ 3102.
    There has been a hemi 5.7L swap done to that car but i want to do a 3ur fe like a classic muscle car.
    Volga’s (GAZ) in general have very big engine bays from the GAZ 24 to GAZ 31105 but im scared that it will be a waste of money.

  • @CaptainNinjaKid
    @CaptainNinjaKid Рік тому +1

    I'm researching doing a swap for a Nissan Pao, this was my first stop. Going to do a lot of research before picking what I want to put in there, but something that will work for highway speeds is my main thing. Might put a civic engine (if possible) because it will make maintenance easier to have something so common on the inside.

  • @REDWOLF_0310
    @REDWOLF_0310 7 місяців тому

    Within the next few months, I'll be putting a 5.3 from a 2008 Impala into a 2008 Mazda 6. Alot to be done for it to work, but will be worth it in the end

  • @nikolashall1020
    @nikolashall1020 3 роки тому +4

    Brilliant content & interesting topics! Keep it up 🤩

    • @MZopyrus
      @MZopyrus  3 роки тому +2

      Thank you, will do 😁

  • @tonymaloo9939
    @tonymaloo9939 2 роки тому +2

    Man, you surely deserve more views

  • @kzh5443
    @kzh5443 2 роки тому +1

    Engine swap seems more like a car/chassis swap to the new engine 😂 rather than an engine swap to the new car/chassis
    But I appreciate the video

  • @randywalker7151
    @randywalker7151 Рік тому

    Got an 6.2L L92 out of a 07 Yukon going into a 65 Ford galaxie. Getting stuff for the galaxie is already a struggle and not many people do swaps to em so I guess it's not the smartest one to do but I love the process of learning with it

  • @spyroskasfikis7455
    @spyroskasfikis7455 2 роки тому

    Okey big idea on the table. E30 M52B28 swap but make it reliable and traffic friendly. The whole thing is putting an overpowered unrealiable engine on a conservitive tune so it doesn't explode every 40k km and also allow for it to be driven on public road.

  • @fabian4029
    @fabian4029 3 роки тому +2

    Saw you on TikTok. Very nice work.

  • @MIkey-vc7dv
    @MIkey-vc7dv Рік тому

    help this man get 1 million subs hes the best guy i found on youtube who can explain this stuff

  • @gabrielphare3803
    @gabrielphare3803 2 роки тому

    This guy helped a lot Im Abit new to the car community and have been planning on swapping my 96 Cherokee xj with a LS or something else around definitely open to engine suggestions for a sleeper xj 😅

  • @dumanimjo609
    @dumanimjo609 Рік тому

    Was planning on doing an e60 m5 V10 swap into a NC Miata. Think I'll reconsider after watching this

  • @griffin2423
    @griffin2423 3 роки тому +2

    Can you make a vid on what you do as a day job in the garage like what you specialise into, and how you got qualified to whatever level

    • @MZopyrus
      @MZopyrus  3 роки тому +1

      Sure once I have time 😬😁

  • @ximohamadyt9087
    @ximohamadyt9087 3 роки тому +2

    love your content man, keep it up! Very helpful.

  • @fatfalcon3434
    @fatfalcon3434 8 місяців тому

    The advantage that I have is that the swap I want to do was already available as a factor option, so the car is prepared to accommodate that engine

  • @malcolmgodshield6837
    @malcolmgodshield6837 10 місяців тому

    I am swapping my 2008 bmw e90 318i manual with an automatic 2008 bmw e90 325i. Just for the fun of it also to get my insurance low on the long run as the 318i is the lower base model

  • @davidgriggs3967
    @davidgriggs3967 2 роки тому

    I swapped a evolution lancer 4g63t into my 950kg/2100lbs 1984 Mitsubishi GSR Cordia Turbo 330bhp launch control and boost by gear.
    Heaps of modern hot hatchback trolling fun to be had 😆

  • @puseletsomoloya7252
    @puseletsomoloya7252 2 роки тому

    This video deserves a a billion views wow

  • @brenthachey8369
    @brenthachey8369 Рік тому

    I have a 1970 datsun 1600 roadster. I see people dropping the sr20 in them. I'm thinking about the 3sge beams with a micro squirt setup.

  • @cajetan88
    @cajetan88 2 роки тому

    Quality stuff!! You the real car guy bro!!

  • @divinegaming5848
    @divinegaming5848 2 роки тому +1

    this video is worth a few million dollars

  • @arefinlabib4630
    @arefinlabib4630 2 роки тому

    Dude these videos are QUAAALIIITYYY!!!

  • @zanderklopper1546
    @zanderklopper1546 3 роки тому +3

    Thinking of putting a xr6t barra in my e36👌👌

    • @MZopyrus
      @MZopyrus  3 роки тому

      Nice! 😳

    • @elite_anonymous7176
      @elite_anonymous7176 3 роки тому

      I’m planning to put a barra in a e46 I’m sure it has been done before

  • @andrecosta8167
    @andrecosta8167 Рік тому +1

    I want to do a blacktop 4A-GE into a st185 celica what u think abt that?

  • @Gabriel-nz5gu
    @Gabriel-nz5gu 3 роки тому +2

    Keep posting good videos like these your doing great bro

    • @MZopyrus
      @MZopyrus  3 роки тому

      Appreciate it brothaa!

  • @quantumquail8516
    @quantumquail8516 2 роки тому +1

    a V8 in my Peugeot 205. Would be an interesting sight on the street for sure.

  • @vulturecat3378
    @vulturecat3378 3 місяці тому

    Wife found a convertible geo metro for sale that doesn't run (bad compression) and I'm debating putting a 2zz from a celica or corolla in. It would be adding a cylinder so spacing might be a problem

  • @roadfantv9349
    @roadfantv9349 3 місяці тому

    Surely buying a donor car for the engine and using the ecu, wiring looms fuel system and just making custom fuel lines would work? Never done this before but I feel like there’s a much simpler way to do a swap that’s never been done before than slapping in the engine and trans and customising everything else

  • @HamzaFaruqui
    @HamzaFaruqui 2 роки тому

    Planning on doing a mid engined MK6 Celica. Wish me luck.

  • @BIGGELATO
    @BIGGELATO 3 роки тому +2

    A lot of the costs usually go into labor, from what I know and experienced.

  • @PersonaXlll
    @PersonaXlll Рік тому

    Quality content king 👑

  • @axelgastelum6484
    @axelgastelum6484 3 роки тому +1

    Man great videos!! Can you please do a video about turbocharge !

    • @MZopyrus
      @MZopyrus  3 роки тому

      Thank you, and turbo video is coming this week 😁

  • @charlesgoldberg1112
    @charlesgoldberg1112 3 роки тому +1

    The problem with having a having a new car is that there aren’t many engine swaps, not necessarily because it’s a bad idea but rather because there hasn’t been enough people to do them just yet

  • @Blz-qr4wd
    @Blz-qr4wd 3 роки тому +4

    Ur underrated really easy and enjoyable videos.

    • @MZopyrus
      @MZopyrus  3 роки тому +1

      I appreciate it 🙏😁

  • @lukaloncar5630
    @lukaloncar5630 3 роки тому +2

    Yessir new video gotta get some chips ✌️😂

  • @TheSatch10
    @TheSatch10 10 місяців тому

    Dang, I wanted to put a Lexus 2UR-GSE in a Jaguar XJS. Sounds like I'll need to double check a few more things..

  • @szeneryscalemodels2244
    @szeneryscalemodels2244 3 роки тому +7

    Great video man but you forgot some things. Tools cost money and you need to know how to use the tools. Not being able to use the tools appropiately can cause some serious harm to your car or yourself. Also a lot of the work that goes into these kind of projects are two man jobs so you'll need at least one buddy to help you out.

    • @MZopyrus
      @MZopyrus  3 роки тому +3

      Well said.. details like this are often overlooked

  • @NismoFanatic
    @NismoFanatic Рік тому +1

    Do you think my dad and I can successfully swap a k20z3 into a 1979 Triumph Tr 7 in the garage?
    I don’t think anyone had done this yet, Should i be concerned?
    I plan on finishing this next year when I can get my g2 drivers license.

  • @zackboss3604
    @zackboss3604 3 роки тому

    This guy is a good teacher

  • @chiwararobert
    @chiwararobert 9 місяців тому

    Hi Bro thanks for sharing. I put Toyota 5L Engine into 1998 Pajero Exceed which was a petrol car, we used the orignal Pajero Automatic transmission but couldnt get drive, the Computer box was ok and all connections. We changed the flywheel , torque converter bell housing to match auto transmission. On the dash the transmission shows its position but no drive. What could be the error

  • @mohammadmousa6520
    @mohammadmousa6520 3 роки тому +2

    Man please please explain how the engine works and the difference between a 2jz and and LS or a V8 and thank u so much❤

    • @MZopyrus
      @MZopyrus  3 роки тому +1

      For sure, it's actually on my list

  • @felixlohr3883
    @felixlohr3883 3 роки тому +3

    Haven’t completed it yet, but great vid!

  • @kylew7419
    @kylew7419 Рік тому

    I want to take everything from a donor RAV4 with the V6 2GR and put it in a Scion tC, to build an AWD V6 tC.

  • @anthonylathan7439
    @anthonylathan7439 Рік тому

    Been thinking of doing a small block v8 on my 89 cavalier

  • @zacmurch7675
    @zacmurch7675 11 місяців тому

    I have a 1976 triumph 2500TC and OG engine needs a rebuild. for the same money I could drop something different in and get more power, better fuel economy. just don't know what to fit.

  • @bartlevenson7851
    @bartlevenson7851 Рік тому

    how about an ecodiesel 3.0 in a land yacht like a 1975 Lincoln town car or Cadillac? or a 2 liter VW diesel in a Citroen?

  • @iMaleeee
    @iMaleeee 11 місяців тому

    Greatest video ever, good work

  • @nameless9168
    @nameless9168 3 роки тому +1

    Love the video man, Only thing that I dont like is your negativaty towards new swaps that haven't been done before. yes it'll take alot of time and research but at the same time its not impossible like your making it seem.

    • @MZopyrus
      @MZopyrus  3 роки тому

      Thanks man, I appreciate it. And you're right! but for an average person a novel swap would be hard to complete. Your view might be a bit more skewed because of your confidence in your skills or experience. But I do see your point.

    • @nameless9168
      @nameless9168 3 роки тому

      @@MZopyrus Totally you are correct, but just the negativity will probably demotivate a average person that is thinking of a swap. Just from my stand point I think you can end up googling things that are similar to your swap and can sort of go off of that while using common sense. But either way man your video was great for the target audience which is "the average person" trying to swap. Loved the video

  • @chineyjt8030
    @chineyjt8030 Рік тому

    Am from Jamaica....I am thinking of swapping a Nissan Sentra GA15 engine into a Nissan VAY12. AD Wagon.

  • @idselseno2306
    @idselseno2306 11 місяців тому

    I once pulled a heater hose. Man was it simple. Yeah. Just 3 hours was it needed and it was all good. Then days later it leaked again. Yeah, it's simple lol!

  • @waitedfuzzbal2179
    @waitedfuzzbal2179 Рік тому

    "That car weighs as much as a shoe!" Hehe fuckin luv this guy😂👏🏾

  • @matejmilovanovic2011
    @matejmilovanovic2011 6 місяців тому

    I am planning to put a K24 in a VW golf MK2.

  • @jameshouse7862
    @jameshouse7862 10 днів тому

    A 3-4 cylinder swap on my V6 ford F150, I originally wanted a V8 but have financial problems and would be better off just buying a taho! But I still want an economical daily driver and my 03 ford is damn near dirt bones basic out side of having an automatic transmission, a modern breaking system and a pioneer blue tooth radio and the naturally aspirated 4.2L V6, witch was a good engine but has oil leaks a sheered of pulley and a belt missing now, so I can keep patching up a 250,000 miles engine or get a newer 4cyl and preferably basic probably 90s Honda or Nissan! Maybe a 3cyle not sure if I want to go desil but I’d have to change the fuel line from gasoline-desil 😩 so preferably 4cyl gas! Now that I know I also have to swap the transmission I’m slightly bumbed out! But fuck it! 🤙

  • @Luthooo
    @Luthooo 3 роки тому +1

    Underrated video

  • @nigelnkunzi6414
    @nigelnkunzi6414 Рік тому

    Wanted to do a swap for any old engine those which doesn't need ecu to start with automatic transmission petrol in my E500 Mercedes-Benz

  • @SeeYouLazer
    @SeeYouLazer Рік тому

    Before watching this video, I was desperate to swap a Volvo 2.3 T5 into an E36 Compact Sport. But now I think I'm too scared. M54B30 is so common and reliable, it seems like that might have to be the smart option...

  • @williamgipson2373
    @williamgipson2373 17 днів тому

    I have a 1989 Fleetwood Cadillac. I would like to do a 5'3 or 60 swap or maybe vortex 5.7. any of those would work for me

  • @HiroCode-tz8qi
    @HiroCode-tz8qi Рік тому

    I was thinking about swapping the engine of my Audi A2. It's dead I've been searching for months, but I can't find any engines that cam fit for that car

  • @diegomeraz5632
    @diegomeraz5632 5 місяців тому +1

    Sooooo can I make a v8 ford focus or no

  • @Xnexus2025
    @Xnexus2025 5 днів тому

    I’m looking to put a fwd ls4 in a 2008 Nissan Altima

  • @zierxurxes
    @zierxurxes 2 роки тому +1

    Man, you're the best!

  • @Soldier1287
    @Soldier1287 11 місяців тому

    Can you upgrade the original engine itself to take added power? Cams, pulleys, pistons, etc.

  • @1easymoney155
    @1easymoney155 2 місяці тому

    I was thinking about a lS swap for my 1966 Buick Skylark

  • @AdamSTTJr
    @AdamSTTJr 9 місяців тому

    thank you for these simple steps

  • @XavierBanzo
    @XavierBanzo 10 днів тому

    I was thinking about swapping the engine of a Celica for a central engine and rear transmission. But I think I'll have to pass... Hehe

  • @XaiSiete
    @XaiSiete 6 місяців тому

    Is there a specific type of wiring harness you should look for matching it with the car or how?

  • @cubeiq
    @cubeiq Рік тому

    Quick question in the community here. I wanna go crazy with my Skoda Fabia 1.2 from 2009. How to turn 60hp(44kw) into a hell of a lot more?

  • @lukabilic6081
    @lukabilic6081 6 місяців тому

    When warranty expires I wish to swap my mild hybrid diesel Jaguar XE engine with petrol charged hybrid from F-pace.
    Judging by the vehicle schematics available out there this will probably turn into pushing the F-pace engine and parts of its drive train along with its mother ECU, and much of the interior into the XE chasis and exterior.
    That resolves the issues of finding the right electronics, sensors, parts etc.
    And creates an issue of "how the hell to I put that in that space without breaking it or causing some other troubles".
    Oh... and I should quote you MZopyrus :)
    "It is financially dumb idea!"
    And most likely I will get 0 support from JLR and in the 500 km radius I doubt there are any skilled mechanics willing to meddle with the British engines/cars in such manner.
    I was also thinking of placing an old V6 AJ123 engine from F-type or XE-S models. But who knows what will happen. Getting that engine and rebuilding it and then doing a swap... Yes. ('-.- )
    In the end, looking at the costs of the engine, the amount of mechanical work and time... I could just go and buy a new car with desired HP and MPG.
    Staying rational cannot take away my dreams

  • @iron-iq
    @iron-iq Рік тому

    my bmw x6 v8 engine is done and the used engine 9000$ im waiting for damaged bmw go to auction, but this will take a year, so for now can i take 6 cylinder engine from junkyard with its own ecu and same harness and wiring and give it 12v will it start without programing?

  • @datboikevyn4087
    @datboikevyn4087 3 місяці тому

    What about 07 Yukon swapped with a 3rd gen 12 valve Cummins

  • @mubarakahmed606
    @mubarakahmed606 17 днів тому

    Nissan s14 with a B48 the one on the Supra mk5