Cranky's 2ZR-FE swap

[CrankyOldMan]

Holy crap, I've got a LONG way to go in gathering parts. I was planning on this being just a one-and-done weekend project, but it looks like there's some serious issues to address yet.

So to summarize the gearbox-and-mounts issues, here's my understanding. Please confirm/deny as appropriate.

• Yaris C50 with Yaris trans mounts and xD RH motor mount: works, but may have long-term consequences for the axles due to alignment problems. May also cause problems with the exhaust?
• Yaris C50 with all xD mounts: works? Requires xD shift cables. May require replacing the transmission endcap with the xD version to be compatible with the xD LH mount.
• Complete xD drivetrain with mounts, shift cables: works. Requires xD hubs, forces conversion to 5x100 wheels.

[CrankyOldMan]

I found a pair of 09 Corollas at a you-pick yard an hour away. One had already been canibalized from the firewall forward, the other had the valve cover removed and was otherwise untouched. I suspect it had flood damage or something, because all of the accessories and externals were in REALLY bad shape. I picked up the injectors, intake manifold, throttle body and coil packs. Hopefully some of them will be salvageable, but if not, they will serve as cores. I got everything 50% off with the purchase of a 5 gal bucket for $5. Every sunday is "bucket day", so I'll be sure to stop out when the next 09 Corolla hits the lot (there's one waiting to go out). The passenger side tire was rusted to the hub, otherwise I would have grabbed the calipers and brackets.

I also ordered the engine mount last week, so that should be here in short order. I can't find a source for the shift cables, otherwise I would just get all of the brackets and be done with it.

[CrankyOldMan]

So I went and organized things in the shed yesterday, turns out that the reason the '09 Corolla was so badly rusted was that it was actually an '05 (1ZZ engine). Regrettably, that means the only thing compatible from my trip last weekend is the injectors. I did score a MAF sensor this weekend, so I've got a spare in case the super cheap one from Amazon marketplace doesn't work.

[CrankyOldMan]

Bump for front page updates.

[RagnaCaT]

Cranky whats Up!!! Haven't been online lately but any info let me Know, I swapped out my 2009 XD 2ZRFE and dropped in a 2011 Corolla 2ZRFE it's the same but I'm working on the internals of the engine, port polish, cams, crank, rods and High comp pistons.

Also got my ECM reflashed and I'm taking the engine up to 7,100rpm with a nice powerband

[CrankyOldMan]

Originally Posted by RagnaCaT

Cranky whats Up!!! Haven't been online lately but any info let me Know, I swapped out my 2009 XD 2ZRFE and dropped in a 2011 Corolla 2ZRFE it's the same but I'm working on the internals of the engine, port polish, cams, crank, rods and High comp pistons.

Also got my ECM reflashed and I'm taking the engine up to 7,100rpm with a nice powerband

Glad to see you back! ArmstrongRacing and I have been collaborating all year on my swap. I've got all the parts now, I just have to get a place to work on it and a few days off work.

Did you use an OEM ECM? I haven't heard of anyone actually reflashing it and showing the results. I'm really excited to see what you come up with. I've also got some terrible plans to get a turbo kit together for the 2ZR, but that's a few years down the road.

[RagnaCaT]

Originally Posted by CrankyOldMan

Glad to see you back! ArmstrongRacing and I have been collaborating all year on my swap. I've got all the parts now, I just have to get a place to work on it and a few days off work.

Did you use an OEM ECM? I haven't heard of anyone actually reflashing it and showing the results. I'm really excited to see what you come up with. I've also got some terrible plans to get a turbo kit together for the 2ZR, but that's a few years down the road.

Yeah and runs Great!!! Right there are 2 tuners re-flashing Alphaspeed and Wilson Chips the started not so long ago but results are improving... I'm going turbo also tuner said we can get it to run correctly reflashed so only time will tell... But going for High Compression small turbo set up so it's challenging

[CrankyOldMan]

Just an update--she runs like a champ! The exhaust still needs work, but the ECM has learned how to make her sing. I have to replace the coolant, as well as the fill neck and hoses, but that's all going to happen in the next few days. The DC sports intake manifold doesn't quite fit, so that also needs to be adjusted.

She also really likes to pull the race trailer. Toyota seemed to match the engine to the Corolla very well, so there's plenty of power available for cargo and passengers.

[RagnaCaT]

Sounds Great!!!


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[CrankyOldMan]

Bump for front page update (custom plate coming soon!).

I'm still loving this swap. She pulls hard all the way to redline, hits 70 without breaking a sweat, and wants to go faster.

The only issue I've had so far is the alternator pulley. It's an OAD type, and seems to fail pretty regularly. The used OEM alternator I bought lasted almost a month before the pulley died. I bought an aftermarket to replace it, and it's starting to fail as well. I've got the tools and parts to rebuild the first one, just have to make the time to do it.

[ern-diz]

Congrats, man. This swap is so cool. That license plate is awesome.

[ncp13]

Very nice man.

[ilikerice]

So what did you do to get the immobilizer to communicate to the the ecu?

This is the only part that deters me from doing this swap on mine

[CrankyOldMan]

Originally Posted by ilikerice

So what did you do to get the immobilizer to communicate to the the ecu?

This is the only part that deters me from doing this swap on mine

We (those that have recently done it) aren't publicly announcing the solution. It presents a possible security problem, and we'd rather only give the info to those that are actually at the point of installing the ECU.

If you need parts for the swap, ArmstrongRacing and I are putting together a "DIY kit" of OEM parts to make the hardest stuff to find a little easier to get in one shot.

[invader166]

How is the new engine in terms of fuel economy? I'm curious to see if you can get compareble milage with the regular 1NZ.

I've heard that some 2014+ Corollas have a different 2ZR engine with dual VVT-i and lift control (called Valvematic) which is supposed to improve fuel economy even more and add 8 hp on top of the regular 2ZR!

[tmontague]

Rice, if you're on the fence about the swap and the immo is the only thing holding you back, I'll be doing mine in a few weeks or so (as long as it doesn't drop to zero below). I have an immo but will be installing a non immo xd ecu so I will be by passing it and will be not using my immo once the swap is done.

I can let you know how it goes and if everything worked out fine. As stated above, I won't be publicly stating the solution but I will at least be able to vouche for how it works and hopefully set your mind at ease.

The guys who have put in the time and have already done the swap have been extremely helpful and are always willing to pass on their learned knowledge. Rest assured you won't be left hanging trying to figure out the immo on your own.

[ilikerice]

Originally Posted by tmontague

Rice, if you're on the fence about the swap and the immo is the only thing holding you back, I'll be doing mine in a few weeks or so (as long as it doesn't drop to zero below). I have an immo but will be installing a non immo xd ecu so I will be by passing it and will be not using my immo once the swap is done.

I can let you know how it goes and if everything worked out fine. As stated above, I won't be publicly stating the solution but I will at least be able to vouche for how it works and hopefully set your mind at ease.

The guys who have put in the time and have already done the swap have been extremely helpful and are always willing to pass on their learned knowledge. Rest assured you won't be left hanging trying to figure out the immo on your own.

Thanks man. Once this crx is out my garage, I plan on getting a 2zr and start building it up and collecting the parts I will need.

[ArmstrongRacing]

Originally Posted by ilikerice

I plan on getting a 2zr and start building it up and collecting the parts I will need.

YES!