EJ253 to EJ255 Swap

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EJ253 to EJ255 Swap

Postby Gorg26 » Thu Sep 10, 2020 2:39 pm

So i bought a 2006 Liberty 2.5i Premium Sedan and was wondering if eventually I can swap the N/A EJ253 with a turbo EJ255? Would it be a perfect fit besides the new wiring, ECU and additional turbo parts or would it require significant work to chassis for mounts ...etc. Thanks for the help!
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Re: EJ253 to EJ255 Swap

Postby bigBADbenny » Thu Sep 10, 2020 5:40 pm

Common question, it’s very possible with a complete donor, hoist and around 2-4 weeks full time work swapping looms and components.

Generally it’s more affordable to rebuild or replace your engine as stock, sell the car and buy a stock or upgraded postfl GT.

Been here for 9 years and can only recall a few brave souls that have done a full donor swap, and these people didn’t start by asking if it was possible, they just sent it.
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Re: EJ253 to EJ255 Swap

Postby Gorg26 » Fri Sep 11, 2020 8:51 am

My engine is running fine now, no issues. Was wondering about swaps for a future project. On the same line of thought, can I turbo the current EJ253 ( I have heard that it lacks the strength for it.
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Re: EJ253 to EJ255 Swap

Postby bigBADbenny » Fri Sep 11, 2020 9:41 am

Yes but generally speaking, if you have to ask, the answer is “no”.

See my reply above.
Yes the compression ratio and other factors make this approach a waste of time and money.

If you want to revel in the possibilities, find a n/a turbo group on FB.

Find a turbo car, and learn to maintain the state of tune properly.
They’re very susceptible to owners that are ignorant of the related considerations.
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