Nesal

Hi guys! What other engine can I put on a jato apart from a trx 3.3? Will an OS .18 cv-rx drop right in almost? Thanks!

CrysisFX

yep. just make sure it has the same exit exhaust and carburetor attachment as well as drive shaft

MCSRacing

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cv-r is a side exhaust engine .. ya need a rear exhaust ... the tz 18 will drop right in as long as its a standard shaft and slide carb version.

quietnas1

Man I haven't been able to post from my phone all day. Anyways these are the OS motors that will fit. .18TM, .21TM. These 2 accept the easy start if you want to use them. The .18TZ is one sick puppy also. That will pretty much drop in as well. You can also drop in the RB 523TM which is a .23 motor or the .26 PICCO MAX EZ START. All these motors are direct replacement drop ins and also accept the EZ- START. If you chose any other big block you will have to get a big block conversion kit that you can find from New Era Models. These 2 motors may kill your trany though. lol. Good Luck

Nesal

 I didnt know the tranny would withstand a .18tz... maybe I'll get one of those! I wanted a cv-rx as they are a little cheaper and I didnt want that much power, if I got a new manifold could I use it being a side exhaust or not really? And will the tz take the stock manifold?

quietnas1

The TZ will not take the stockmanifold but you can get a manifold from a HPI RS4 2 and it will work great. cost about about 10.00 bucks or less.