AvaTai
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- Aug 4, 2016
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Los Angeles,
California
I've been trying to figure out what I want to do with my little 2G RS. I've come up with several options before this - rebuild and turbo/nitro the 420a, swap to a built 4G and convert it to a GS-T or GSX, make it purely an exercise in aerodynamics - but yesterday I had an idea. I have an old, run-down, damaged 3000GT VR-4 sitting in my driveway that I'll be parting out. I had plans of rebuilding the engine and drivetrain to support ~550hp and generally fixing the car up with an all-cf body and basically making it a modern, hi-tech supercar. Since I'm now parting it out, I can save whatever parts I want, some of which are already in the Eclipse. Here's where my idea comes in:
What if I took out the 6G72TT, rebuilt it from the ground up, then mounted it inline in the 2G with custom mounts? Then get a custom transmission and driveshaft made to fit into a GSX's rear end with an upgraded diff and other bits so it's purely RWD. It's a TON of work and probably would cost as much as a used Porsche, yes, but what I'm wondering is if this is even possible. Would a 6G72TT fit in the engine bay under the hood? Could a transmission fit in the propshaft space's opening (or in the rear for a rear-mounted transmission/diff combo - I don't mind moving the fuel tank or modifying the spare wheel area to make room)? Would the car be able to handle the extra weight, or would I have to beef up the suspension and mounting points? What other problems would this swap and conversion cause?
My BF says it's a stupid idea and doesn't see the point. I think it would be an interesting way to make use of an old engine and do something that's never been done before (maybe, haven't seen it done at least). What do you think?
What if I took out the 6G72TT, rebuilt it from the ground up, then mounted it inline in the 2G with custom mounts? Then get a custom transmission and driveshaft made to fit into a GSX's rear end with an upgraded diff and other bits so it's purely RWD. It's a TON of work and probably would cost as much as a used Porsche, yes, but what I'm wondering is if this is even possible. Would a 6G72TT fit in the engine bay under the hood? Could a transmission fit in the propshaft space's opening (or in the rear for a rear-mounted transmission/diff combo - I don't mind moving the fuel tank or modifying the spare wheel area to make room)? Would the car be able to handle the extra weight, or would I have to beef up the suspension and mounting points? What other problems would this swap and conversion cause?
My BF says it's a stupid idea and doesn't see the point. I think it would be an interesting way to make use of an old engine and do something that's never been done before (maybe, haven't seen it done at least). What do you think?
