So I'm planning on doing a complete swap, currently have a 02 WRX and want to put in a JDM V8 STI engine, 6MT, 180 Rear Diff, new Radiator, injectors and some wiring work. Now I dont really have the qualifications to do this or the tools so I'm hoping that some one out there is capable or can point me in the right direction. Well thanks for reading.
im capable of helping with everything but the wiring, but alas I too have no tools. not sure who does swaps of that magnitude around here, or if i would personally let anyone around here do it. i trust the guys at SCC to do small bolt-ons etc and know the owners personally. however, i'm not sure what kind of swaps they've done, if any. as far as mechanics go, Asian Auto off of Abercorn (behind audio warehouse) is where i would take my car to get any mechanical work done. again, not sure if they are experienced in doing swaps tho. most of the people i know around here got their swaps done elsewhere, as in atlanta, charleston, columbia, jacksonville, orlando, miami, etc.
Thanks for the advice, I'm searching everywhere, hopefully I find a good place. I would go travel to get the work done but the reason why I'm doing this is because the car was a lemon. So I bought the car in Oct 08 broke down in July 09, never did anything besides maintance, never ran it or anything. I really only drove it for about 4 months cause I was travelling a lot (military). I love my car so I'm gonna bring back to life. In case anyone was wondering, bought at Chatham Parkway Subaru. The staff there was not helpfull and I felt cheated but since GA has a no lemon law then I cant really do anything about it. Lesson learned.
If your willing to make the drive we can certainly help you with your swap. We are here to assist you!
The only issue is that I would have to toe the car all the way up there from Savannah and right now I dont really have the capability. Or else I would since some parts will need tuning. But right now I'm carless. Thanks for the offer I will definately keep it in mind.
There's also a LOT of people who can help you out in Jacksonville, FL. that's a LOT closer than Atlanta.
yeah i'd recommend sojax. the guy i sold my car to has taken it to chatham parkway and IMHO they have ripped him off a couple times. will at SoJax has done a lot of work on my old car, i would take it to him in a heartbeat
Dont get me started on Chatham Parkway, they are the ones who sold me the car. Eventhough I love my car, I would not recommend Chatham Parkway to anyone. Kinda Bitter if you couldnt tell. So sojax, I'll definately look it up. I'm still searching.
sojax is Subaru of Jacksonville. One tech in particular is more than capable of doing the job and rather quick and thorough.
Rev-Tech Racing I suggest going to Rev-Tech Racing in Warner Robins, Ga just south of Macon. Call and talk to Bart Miller he will be able to complete the swap for you and of course you would have to get it towed. But he is an excellent tech and has plenty of experience. Here is the google maps link for the business. Rev-Tech Racing- (478) 953-4022 http://maps.google.com/maps/place?h...ear=warner+robins+ga&cid=14791310553849925399