1984 MkII front cross member needed
 

just started a 7MGTE conversion on my 1984 MkII, and having got the old 2.8 motor out, discovered that the front cross member is beyond repair. anyone know if I can still get an original new replacement from anywhere. I'm in the UK but prepared to import if necessary. By 'cross member' I mean the transverse structural section that joins the left and right chassis rails: not the engine cross member, or the bumper iron, but the one in between which the front tie bar mounts bolt upto and which also has the radiator supports fixed to it. :confused:

1jzgtte info please
 

sorry fulk, i know absolutely nothing about that engine

Yes it can be swapped...Yes you need the tranny from that motor..It is not worth it though..There is very little mods and parts for the 1jz..Your best bet is to just stick with a 7m..They are alot cheaper and are almost a direct swap..You can even use your stock tranny,motor mounts,radiator,etc..The main things for a 7m swap is the harness,oilpan and pickup and the intercooler ducting..Which you can use the MKIII stuf you just have to cut the holes to run it..Yes you can get more power out of a 1jz its just almost imposible to find the parts..If you went with the 2jz it would cost you 4 times as much and there would be an ass load of custom fabbing..If you want more help and knowledge on the subject then go to www.celicasupra.com/vbforums/ and just use the search at the top of the forum..