4KTQ conversion questions

[quattro2@ix.netcom.com]

OK. So I have finally decided to drop a 5KT motor in my 4KCSQ, and I have a lot of questions, but 
I will start with the basic stuff....

1.	I figure that I will go with a 5KT motor instead of an UR-Q due to cost, availability etc.. 
What is the best year 5K to harvest from? (By "best" I mean easiest to put into the 4K) My 4K is 
an 87, is there any benefit in getting an 87 5KT?  Any years to avoid? Does the 5K have to be a 
Quattro? Manual or Automatic make a difference in the donor?

2.	To what extent will my current I5 supply parts for the conversion? I plan to go through the 
donor motor and was wondering what parts can come from the 4K? CIS parts? Ignition? 

3.	How much splicing of wiring harnesses is required? Do people generally swap all the 5K 
wiring and electrionics into the 4K or just splice at the firewall? 

So many questions. My plan is to acquire, harvest, and rebild the donor this winter (so I can 
still drive the 4K in snow!) and do the conversion next summer. Thanks to all.

Bill


87 4KQ (the patient)
97 GLX (the "temporary transportation")