V8 MR2 Engine is In !

[@Ayixlia]

MR2 fans and enthusiast don't know that Toyota made a V8 MR2 called the MC8-R using a Lexus V8 from the SC400. It's a elongated MR-2 with slight body modifications to house the V8.

[@scantronsgarage]

This is true and was my inspiration for this build.

[@chadt7482]

That is going to be one sick mr2

[@scantronsgarage]

Thanks Chad!

[@markgowers5713]

Excellent progress, I bet you can see the light at the end of the tunnel now!

[@scantronsgarage]

Oh yes I can!!! Thank you.. and I just started it up too!

[@darrencox1296]

Wow looking bloody awesome!

[@scantronsgarage]

Thanks Darren! Cheers!

[@governorairsoft4150]

The journey has been long, but worthwhile!

[@scantronsgarage]

It sure has! Thanks for sticking with me

[@suchoi61]

That's wi all waiting for 👍🏼 awesome work Sir.

[@scantronsgarage]

Thanks!!! and I just started it up!!! new vid soon : )

[@suchoi61]

Wy you don't make longer Videos? 20min or 30min

[@scantronsgarage]

Thanks! I started making shorter videos because my analytics showed only 40 percent was being viewed. I'm still trying to figure this youtube thing out.

[@mickeymang6]

Awesome job, man. It's so cool to see it coming together.

[@scantronsgarage]

Thanks Mickey! Thanks for sticking with me through the process

[@capeman10]

You are amazing my friend. Incredible skills.

[@scantronsgarage]

Thank you so much 😀

[@richardhunt809]

Fantastic work. I can’t wait to see how she goes. With the engine forward of the axle I reckon the weight distribution will be fine.

[@scantronsgarage]

Thanks! I am hoping so

[@TSRGarage]

I can only give this one like 👍 👌. But I will share.

[@scantronsgarage]

Thank you TSR Garage! I need the help with the youtube thing

[@captainbrianwilkinson7723]

bloody brillaint work there fella great to see it so far ahead now :-)

[@scantronsgarage]

Thank you! I appreciate that.... And, I just got it running : )

[@blade9819]

New subscriber. Excited to see this thing come together!

[@scantronsgarage]

Thanks for the sub! New video soon

[@crtinkering7323]

INcredible! Please don't give up like i did.

[@scantronsgarage]

Thank you! This has been a long process. There have been times I wanted to give up. I can see the light at the end of the tunnel now. And, I just started it up!

[@jrmotorsports5532]

Very cool!

[@scantronsgarage]

Thank you sir!

[@mikesmith7447]

An MR2 done right.

[@scantronsgarage]

Thanks Mike!

[@Iowa599]

Wow…nice build. Probly won't seem so nice when it needs a new serp belt, but that's later.

[@scantronsgarage]

Thanks! Luckily no serpentine belt on this one

[@JoefussGarage-jl1bb]

I'm a Muscle/Ford car guy.. So I don't know why I clicked on this video at all.. That said, you didn't disappoint!!!! I apologize for being on the ground floor here, but is that the stock MR2 transaxle? Keep at it brother...!!!

[@scantronsgarage]

Thanks !! the transmission is a 6 speed transaxle out of a porsche cayman.

[@SpeedyMercer]

Sorry, that exhaust X pipe still really bugs me. I do admire your fabrication skills and it looks like it will be a great and wild ride!

[@scantronsgarage]

Thanks! and yes that is still on the to do list

[@BannedOnMain]

This is the first of this series Ive seen, so forgive the question if youve addressed this already, but is that a porsche transaxle? Looks awesome btw

[@scantronsgarage]

Yes it is! and thank you for joining the build : )

[@hectorriverajr4945]

Pardon my ignorance but what make of engine is that? I see that you are using a Porsche transaxle but I didn't see any reference on what kind of engine you are using. Thanks.

[@scantronsgarage]

Hi ! This is a GM LS based v8 (LSX) . But technically speaking it is a 5.3 LM7 iron block from an Avalanche. The intake manifold is from a 5.7 corvette. Thanks for watching : )

[@mtang65]

It’s no longer an MR2. The trunk and engine bay lids are gone. But hey, it’s a monster motor.

[@scantronsgarage]

I would say this is still 40% MR2

[@longsleevethong1457]

Where is that engine cradle from?

[@scantronsgarage]

I made the engine cradle and suspension cross member to do this

[@longsleevethong1457]

@@scantronsgarage that’s awesome

[@jhconjr]

👍👍👍

[@scantronsgarage]

Thank you : )

[@weerakornlion793]

What transmission

[@scantronsgarage]

porsche transaxle six speed

[@gtools9137]

Yea right, click click and it all just fell into place, not one swear word.

[@scantronsgarage]

The swear words were muted