WATCH: Budget Toyota 3SGTE Build That Can Handle 500HP – Underrated JDM Turbo Power!

We’ve had a ton of requests for a 3SG build—and we listened. In this video, we take you inside a solid, budget-conscious 3SGTE build destined for an SW20 MR2 Turbo. This isn’t a flashy all-out race engine, but it will handle 500 horsepower with ease, using off-the-shelf parts and smart engineering choices.

We walk through the internals—Manley 4340 rods, Wiseco pistons, ACL bearings, GSC cams and valves—and share why these shelf parts punch well above their weight. You’ll also learn why the 3SG deserves way more attention in the tuning world, and what makes this motor a hidden gem for turbo street cars.

If you’re into reliable power, smart engine tech, and getting the most bang for your buck, you’ll want to stick around for this one. Let us know if you want to see a BEAMS NA build next!

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  1. I was just looking up Sw20 and 3sgte stuff and you, a hero clad in a sweat jacket, are here with the info I was looking for,

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