Sti swap for a GC

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    Just curious on how much will it cost to do a complete Sti swap for a 2.5RS(98-01 coupe). Will $7k be enought? including labors.

    if its not worth it, what other ways could I go that will be less hassle finding parts. I dont want to go finding parts separately(engine, tranny, ecu, etc...) Would prefer a "complete" swap.
     
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    look up east coast swappers. They do that stuff and they could give you a price.
     
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    ECS Performance
    Springfield MA, 01118....?

    WOW, thats too far. I need local.
     
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    ok tintmasters in fargo can do it.

    they did their employees 2.5rs
     
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    the ECS flat rate for an STi swap is $3550. JUST FOR LABOR :eek3:

    GT estimate is $8k out the door. labor is $3k.
     
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    thanks, will check into that.
     
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    fobiawrx Fabiola

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    dont worry about it
    well im selling the whole drive line off a sti for 7500$. so add 3k to that and you would have a motor too. so 10k in parts +labor
     
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    Call RS Motors they can do it.
     
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    fobiawrx Fabiola

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    dont worry about it
    they might have one for sale too...
     
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    Just so you know, my whole setup costed me $17,000. This is with turbo upgrade. Look to spend at least $15,000.
     
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    but you not the es tee eye
    you's the dubba are ex with a tootoo
     
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    indeed im at 18,000$ and I had a complete 03 bugeye donor car. I guess it would be a little less considering I sold all the left overs for a decent amount of money.
     
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