Hot!WRC/TTE/IMSA/LEMAN/JGTC 3SGTE/503E engines,UPDATE

some more Toms rocker cover pics also.

wow.. no complexity in that valve cover.

Found this on photobucket. It is labelled as a 503 in a sw20

B24:- posted that on the first page;) go check it out theres a few more pics of it

Doh!!

looking at the exhaust manifold on that last on you posted Kam, i'm assuming it would be safe to say that the motor was out of an IMSA car or something similar??

There not much left of that sdub either...

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Originally posted by kameleon

hahahahaha all good.

got some more to post. there is a 2.5 litre stroked 503E in Europe and the fastest 3SGTE/503E powered "car" in the world was a pioneer in the 90's in European drag racing (Finland). He set many records and couldnt be beaten in his class by anybody (alcohol fueled rail dragsters) unfortunately he got peeved at the governing bodies so now he drives a top fuel car (i wouldn't care about the 3SGTE any more either!)

This particular guy holds the record for the fastest top fuel licensing pass also.

ET-6.749 @ 323,73 km/h 201.2 mph.

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Originally posted by Gecko

Couple more.....

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These two are same Finnish guy; Timo Lehtimäki.
I know this guy and he have helped with my project also.
He has many IMSA 503E, 3s-gt blocks. too expensive for me ...eh.
Latest modification in dragster gave >1300RWHP [:x)]
Both latest dragster and supersaloon are still hanging from roof in that guy's garage. Use to drive nitrous at the moment as told earlier.

so Janik any idea on 50e parts prices from Timo:)????

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Originally posted by kameleon

so Janik any idea on 50e parts prices from Timo:)????

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In many cases his prices are not the cheapest ones but asking won't cost nothing.
What parts you are seeking for?
I think best option for you is to ask straight from him: http://www.til-racing.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=37&Itemid=22&lang=en
If you like I can ask also.

probably easier if you ask. What exactly does he have these days? As in does he have alot of spares, spare engines etc?

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Originally posted by kameleon

probably easier if you ask. What exactly does he have these days? As in does he have alot of spares, spare engines etc?

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I called for him.
He told me that can put together at least half dozen engines if wanted so have plenty of stuff for them and available to sell for you what you want. Some spare parts he needs to order if like to put them all together same time.
If you are interested for large mount of stuff should make deal for all IMSA engine stock what he have with supersaloon and dragster.
At the moment one guy from Norway tries to make deal and making offers for all so possible all is gone soon.

If you're interested, send E-mail for him because I'm only unnecessary middle peace here who don't know enough to tell more.

wow lots of stuff still. i doubt it is in my price range to purchase an engine from him though.

Not sure if this has been posted, but a pic i just found
 

 

Rod Millen and TRD built 500hp 3SGTE in a celica, with custom AWD
 
found at http://www.speedhunters.com/2012/05/the-toyota-usa-museumfrom-lexus-to-nascar-more/ 

Ah yes i remember this car, very trick bit of kit when it was built.

Im reviving this fourm. I have a st185 celica and have been very interested in the idea of 503e swapping. Do you know if they still have some 503e's or of anyone else that might have one they are willing to sell?

I think that finding one for sale will be an insurmountable task.