Msp to P5 swap

[Dm22508]

Guys I'm hella new to both forums and modifying my car (unsupervised lol). I've recently decided to take my beautiful 02 protege5 and put almost all of the parts from an msp under the hood and it's a bit more daunting than I had thought. I've acquired the gt25, the manifold, j pipe, bov, piping and other odds and ends that have nothing to do with performance and was wondering what the community would recommend to get next. I am trying to keep it stock msp other than the fmic and piping.

 

[Dm22508]

Oh and an msp ecu

 

[NaturalFlavored]

The engines are the same, the MSPs just have some extra parts and they will all transferr over to the P5. The only small difference with the engines is the MSP block has a longer threaded stud for the oil filter because a small oil cooler is beneath it. Outside of the engine the MSP has a smaller, but thicker radiator and the A/C condensor is different/in a different location. Most people who go this route neglect to do the last two because it's easier to just keep the stock radiator and go with a FMIC. There are many threads on this topic but here are some of the basic parts needed:

MSP turbo
MSP exhaust manifold
MSP s-pipe
Sort of IC setup and piping
Oil feed/return lines
MSP ECU
Tap in either oil pan or crank case
Stronger Clutch

Of course all of those parts can be replaced by something better but of similar nature (eg GT28RS instead of the MSP GT2554R).

 

[Dm22508]

I'm about to pick up some strengthened motor mounts and a synthetic spring less clutch with a light weight flywheel. I read also that the lsd on the msp is a bit stronger and has larger axles for the increased torque. Is it a good idea to replace those as well or will the stick P5 setup handle it?

 

[NaturalFlavored]

Im pretty positive that the P5 didn't come with LSD. You can install it but you have to get it from a donor car or buy one new.

 

[Dennisvalle]

I really wanna know where you found the parts to make it turbo i been trying to found parts for it

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