swapping FWD with a AWD???

[theprojectDSM]

i have a 1g, 92 laser FWD...Can i just take out the FWD and swapp it with AWD.
Also if i can where could i might get the whole AWD.
and what modifications will i need to do.
also with a budget.

 

[viprez586]

That really isnt a "budget" task. You'd have to find the transmission, transfercase, driveshaft, differential, axels.(Im sure im forgetting tons of sh!t) you're much better off finding a AWD with a crap motor but solid tranny and swapping motors.
You dont need AWD unless you plan on hp- like over 350-400 range where you actually need traction to go.

 

[Sp1kE]

It can be done.
find a rotted awd car for next to nothing.
jack both cars up and compare them.
start swapping.
Get ready for some modifications!

 

[spoonman]

It can be done but for the cost it is not worth it you could buy a dsm with awd for a lot less. Mavisky has converted his talon form a n/t to a turbo you may want to email him.

 

[99gst_racer]

No. The drivetrains on 1G turbo cars are not interchangable due to chassis changes made between different models. 2G turbo cars, however, are completely interchangable.

RRE did the swap on a 1G car once and IIRC, it took alot of major modification to make it work. They spent more time and money than it was worth.

 

[TurboAnything]

Yes there are alot of major differences in the unibody and the crossmember setup. Alot of time, money and welding.

 

[theprojectDSM]

ok. cool. does anyone know where i could find an awd eclips/laser/talon for cheap like broken down but useable with an engine swap. and arond 300-400 is what i want. for street and strip. and who is mavisky? and real close to where i live atleast...i mean i like to drive but if its dramaticly far, i dont. .

 

[talonalex92]

www.ebay.com

www.cars.com

www.autotrader.com

try those for starters.

 

[theprojectDSM]

ok. cool..thanx...

 

[whiteflash]

try craigslist.org