RWD Celica, Swapping Supra drivetrain into Celica Options

[darksecret]

I know some might flame me for this but I was doing some research and the Supra is almost the same size as the Celica, wheelbase is only around 23mm apart and the width hopfully rotor to rotor (still need to get exact measurement) is only 98mm apart. the width wont be much of a problem due to the flare on the rear fenders and length can be overcome by a custom bellhousing that will be required. I got the idea from the Top Secret Supra. I know the Getrag will be a tight fit but it might be possible to do this without cutting the firewall. I'm know most of the parts I need and I know how RWD vehicles are set up so that is covered, I also have a live in welder (uncle) so fab work isn't an issue. Some might think this is highly impractical and they're right but it's a great concept that I will pursue. I'm going to hit up Supra forums and try to get more measurements for the drivetrain, etc. If anyone that can help with research it will be appreciated. Anything will help but I could use shifter placement, 3S-GTE width pully to output shaft and Getrag input shaft length. As I pursue this project I will post what I can and if it bombs at least there will be information for any other brave soul that wants to take this on.

[playr158]

word ok so steering can be relocated thats cool
what are your plans for the drive shaft since it has to be custom?
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I wont spend the extra cash to make a C/F driveshaft since they aren't worth it. I will probably just get a standard steel or aluminum cast. I got some buddies at a driveline shop in the next town that can do it.
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aite cool good connections you have i forget lol

as for tranny why don't you stick to the ALTEZZA tranny?
its RWD and can handle the power and will require less crap then the getrag>?

[darksecret]

I haven't told anyone about the power levels I am planning to run at. Im not going to do all this work for a mere 200 or 300 horsepower. Im wanting to push the limits of the 3S and work for 800hp and at least 700 lbs.ft.
I don't have a connection to anyone with a MKIV Supra but my uncle (the welder) has owned both the MKII and MKIII Supras and knows a little about them. He looked at a few pics of the Getrag went under the car and shown me how much room we had to work with. I opened up the center dash and noticed some wiring, the amp, and another box next to the firewall that would need to be moved, other than that there is nothing in the way. He said he could have the new plate welded in about an hour. The welding isn't bad just a tight space to work with, but we have all the tools and experirence to do it.