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    #1

    Plans

    Okay, really simple.

    I am buying a second car here shortly since my BG died. I have been tossing around the idea for a while about a RWD or AWD conversion.

    RWD is out of the question, but the AWD is a possibility.

    I have done my research, and know what would need to be done, plan on running a fuel cell, because I can't seem to find an AWD fuel tank. Found a drive shaft, and a rear axle assembly, and a GTX setup with everything needed. Only thing I would have to do is modify the spare tire well, reinforce the body where the axle would mount, and figure out the exhaust.

    The question is what do you guys think. Do this as a side project, since I have a good rust free body?

    Good and Bad opinions are welcome, since the project would be so different than just a normal motor swap, any reality checks are welcome to.
    17
    DO IT!
    23.53%
    4
    NO! Step away from the car, put down the torch, and do a BPT FWD
    70.59%
    12
    forget about it and scrap the car
    5.88%
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    Daily Driver--'07 Traitor Corolla--Traded for a '11 Chevy Cruze--Traded for a '12 Dodge Charger
    Project Car - looking for a clean AWD Protege, or maybe a monster Miata donor
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    #2
    i think you'd have plenty of fun with a FWD BPT and an LSD... building an AWD protege seems kinda silly to me since you could just go out and find one. might take a while but they are out there.

    spending the time building an AWD MX3, 323, Escort, etc would make more sense since it would be more unique.
    Escort GTR -- 11.87 @ 117.6 mph -- 320 HP / 325 Ft. Lbs. @ 23 PSI
    ... The first FWD BG with a Toyota E153 transmission conversion in the USA!
    Looking for BP x Toyota E153 adapter plates? PM me or contact me on Facebook: Riel Performance Parts

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      #3
      i would but do you think an escort could handle the new torque placed on the body? the new torque associated with AWD?
      Daily Driver--'07 Traitor Corolla--Traded for a '11 Chevy Cruze--Traded for a '12 Dodge Charger
      Project Car - looking for a clean AWD Protege, or maybe a monster Miata donor

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        #4
        Originally posted by hit25cal View Post
        i would but do you think an escort could handle the new torque placed on the body? the new torque associated with AWD?
        as well as the protege your about to do it to. they are the same body
        "Discontent is the first necessity of progress."
        -Thomas A. Edison

        "There is a fine line between ballin' on a budget, and dreamin' on an empty wallet."


        *Junked* 92 mx3, BP swap- milage whore, beaten up and down the east coast
        *Junked* KLZE powered 323 on Megasquirt 1
        172.60HP & 156.93 TQ with only headers and short ram intake. back under the knife for a BPT swap.
        New Daily stock 1.6L 1999 Mazda Protege LX

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          #5
          the protege and scort had the same chassis. they have hte tx3 which is awd in australia. However it is an extensive and expensive project. For AWD I would stick to an AWD pro.

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            #6
            one in denver, 500. another in Minn, 800. they exist.
            No car! I soldz it. Now I have a truck. I like it, but apparently it has a hard time keeping up with a slightly modified 4WD protege with half the hp. Neat.

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              #7
              but there are none here and I can't exactly go and get one right now, plus how hard is it to find one without rust?
              Daily Driver--'07 Traitor Corolla--Traded for a '11 Chevy Cruze--Traded for a '12 Dodge Charger
              Project Car - looking for a clean AWD Protege, or maybe a monster Miata donor

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                #8
                people have been lucky. either of those I mentioned I can't tell, and haven't asked. but $500 is cheap. doesn't run he says. so, have a hauler pick it up, probably around 1000 to you. so $1500, you have your project chassis. the other is an auto, and runs good he says.
                No car! I soldz it. Now I have a truck. I like it, but apparently it has a hard time keeping up with a slightly modified 4WD protege with half the hp. Neat.

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                  #9
                  its worth the time and money to locate a 4wd instead of doing a conversion.

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                    #10
                    anyway, it's a moot point, I am not trying to buy a third car, I am trying to figure out what other people think is my best bet with this one, AWD or FWD GTX?

                    or if worst comes to worst, junkyard
                    Daily Driver--'07 Traitor Corolla--Traded for a '11 Chevy Cruze--Traded for a '12 Dodge Charger
                    Project Car - looking for a clean AWD Protege, or maybe a monster Miata donor

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                      #11
                      Fwd

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                        #12
                        I vote ditch the heavy rice wheels and just swap in an NA BP with a couple bolt ons, put in a halfway decent suspension, get it aligned, and go drive it.

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                          #13
                          honestly the wheels aren't that heavy... the tires that are one them actually weigh more than the rims, na is "more reliable" from what I hear, but I am going turbo, one way or another, forced induction is the way

                          I already have a great suspension. all that i need is a different anti-swap bar, new bushings and ball joints, and the lx brake upgrade

                          the engine is my priority right now, if I do a GTX swap and stay FWD, i can be done in a few weekends, brakes and everything else can wait.
                          Daily Driver--'07 Traitor Corolla--Traded for a '11 Chevy Cruze--Traded for a '12 Dodge Charger
                          Project Car - looking for a clean AWD Protege, or maybe a monster Miata donor

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                            #14
                            I guess the real question I should have put at the top is:

                            "When I buy my GTX engine, should I go AWD or stay FWD?"
                            Daily Driver--'07 Traitor Corolla--Traded for a '11 Chevy Cruze--Traded for a '12 Dodge Charger
                            Project Car - looking for a clean AWD Protege, or maybe a monster Miata donor

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                              #15
                              Originally posted by hit25cal View Post
                              honestly the wheels aren't that heavy... the tires that are one them actually weigh more than the rims, na is "more reliable" from what I hear, but I am going turbo, one way or another, forced induction is the way

                              I already have a great suspension. all that i need is a different anti-swap bar, new bushings and ball joints, and the lx brake upgrade

                              the engine is my priority right now, if I do a GTX swap and stay FWD, i can be done in a few weekends, brakes and everything else can wait.
                              Yeah, bushings, brakes, and ball joints are completely unimportant, especially when you're doubling the car's power.

                              I am also doubting the greatness of your suspension, and your wheels are definitely hurting your performance.

                              Good luck with your sweet plans.

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