I have a chance to get a 03 PT automatic motor, plan on using a 555/520/523/568 combination. I realize I can keep the link setup w/ the 520/555 but if I go 523/568 I need the cable setup.



  1. Does matter if I have a automatic or manual ECU?
  2. Is there a way to eliminate the SKIM also? I don't want to have to add extra wiring in for the key and ring.
  3. Would it be better if I just went with a Microsquirt setup? I have no issue doing full harness rewire, as I did the same thing when I did my LS into my TJ three years ago.
  4. Motor mounts - I could not find a clear answer, can I use the adapter from Modern Performance with the Stratus mount for the passenger side? Which Stratus mount do I need to search for?
  5. The L-Body bay is pretty narrow, if I read correct, I can use a Gen1 Neon intake to make the intake work?
  6. Any other details I am missing?