I'm Matt from Melbourne, JZZ31 and DE3A Project!!

its_the_driver · Post by **its_the_driver** » Sun Oct 09, 2011 2:23 pm

Hey everyone,
I'm Matt, I live in the SE Burbs near Dandenong.
I own a JZZ31 Soarer and I recently brought a 1997 GPX Manual FTO.
At the moment it's a shell, but plans are big!
Here's a pick of it getting moved onto my back decking.....
Take it easy

its_the_driver · Post by **its_the_driver** » Sun Oct 09, 2011 2:28 pm

I wanted to add that I've also made a website dedicated to FTO info and pics links etc.
The address is http://de3a.weebly.com/
If you wanted to add anything don't hesitate to forward suggestions.
Thanks heaps dudes

Post by **Bennoz** » Sun Oct 09, 2011 3:10 pm

Hey mate, welcome to the club

Nice website btw!

Kustom · Post by **Kustom** » Sun Oct 09, 2011 9:14 pm

Nice site and welcome man. Sounds big. I'm hoping AWD.

spetz · Post by **spetz** » Sun Oct 09, 2011 9:41 pm

Welcome to the club, and please do keep us posted on updates

its_the_driver · Post by **its_the_driver** » Mon Oct 10, 2011 3:29 pm

Thanks for the warm welcome

I have a couple idea's, one being 4G63T+AWD if I can find good info,
Is there any real solid conversion info out there?
I've been searching the web for days now and it seems most real AWD
conversions are done in Europe and I'm finding it hard to get info on the floorpan.
Does EVO rear cradle, tail shaft etc fit or will I have to cut the floor?

If I have to cut the floor I'm really tempted to go 13BT+RWD for sh!ts and giggles.

Anyway it's a long term project as I have a few other things on the go at the mo.
But will def keep you guys updated with pics and the like.
Thanks for the warm welcome again!!

Chow for now....

bass_twitch · Post by **bass_twitch** » Mon Oct 10, 2011 3:41 pm

This thing sounds amazing.
As a point of call, when I took my Fto to meek automotive in western Sydney they seemed to know a bit about Fto awd conversion.
Might be worth giving them a call and having a chat?

its_the_driver · Post by **its_the_driver** » Mon Oct 10, 2011 4:37 pm

Thanks heaps bass_twitch I'm onto it right now.

Kustom · Post by **Kustom** » Mon Oct 10, 2011 4:47 pm

Theres next to nothing on AWD projects on the FTO.

Eltnot · Post by **Eltnot** » Mon Oct 10, 2011 4:57 pm

This is probably the best source of information:
http://www.evocoupe.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=5250

There's not much in it, but the guy actually did it and will provide you with some clues to get started. Apparently he got sick of people asking him questions about it all the time so probably won't respond but it will give you a start.

Post by **Bennoz** » Mon Oct 10, 2011 5:06 pm

If you've paid your 10 quid, there's a whole thread on one that used a legnum drivetrain: http://www.ftooc.org/forum/showthread.p ... -Turbo-AWD

its_the_driver · Post by **its_the_driver** » Mon Oct 10, 2011 11:25 pm

Eltnot: I've read that thread on EVOCOUPE before, he doesn't give too much away except saying the rear was "Modified" for the diff.

I havn't paid my $10 Bennoz but I'm thinking about it to get this info i need.

I'm not even going to start until I know exactly whats going on.
Thanks for all the help guys.
I'm waiting for Meek to get in contact with me also.

Post by **Bennoz** » Tue Oct 11, 2011 9:01 am

I dont reckon you'll ever get all the information you need. Especially considering you'll be 'hand making' half a car, there are no off the shelf parts for sheet steel & a welder.

If you got the coin to start, just get into it. You'll figure it out as you go.

spetz · Post by **spetz** » Tue Oct 11, 2011 10:26 am

Is FTOOC any good?
ie, worth the joining fee? Or are we better here?

silverGPX · Post by **silverGPX** » Tue Oct 11, 2011 10:50 am

spetz wrote:Is FTOOC any good?
ie, worth the joining fee? Or are we better here?

Bout to ask the same thing haha

Post by **Bennoz** » Tue Oct 11, 2011 10:54 am

Eh, same same. There is some really good info there, but like here, you've gotta dig through all the bullshit to find it

spetz · Post by **spetz** » Tue Oct 11, 2011 11:02 am

How many active members are there over there?
And is there any info about NA power gains?

Eltnot · Post by **Eltnot** » Tue Oct 11, 2011 11:23 am

its_the_driver wrote:Eltnot: I've read that thread on EVOCOUPE before, he doesn't give too much away except saying the rear was "Modified" for the diff.

Yeah I'm guessing this is mainly a job for grinders, welders and sheet metal. He does at least point out the major components that he uses.

its_the_driver · Post by **its_the_driver** » Thu Oct 13, 2011 12:41 am

I found another website!
This guy claims that Mitsubishi Mirage has nearly the same floor pan as Lancer and FTO.
He converted his Mirage to EVO AWD running gear!!!!!
There's only 3 parts needed really:
1x Diff mount
2x Propshaft mounts.....And some of the boot floor.....
Sounds simple enough...
I also got in contact with Meek VIA E-mail and I'm waiting for a call back for one of thier mechanics to discus the conversion in more detail.
Looks like a goer!!!

its_the_driver · Post by **its_the_driver** » Thu Oct 13, 2011 12:49 am

Link to the discussion:
http://www.fto-ireland.com/forum/phpBB2 ... =1&t=12389

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