Newbie Questions, Looking to buy, wanting to avoid headaches, have a mod-game plan Options

[CycleTron]

Hello folks,
No, I don't own one. yet. But I have begun my hunt. I have been following the forum for a while, and think it's time I post some questions. I have fallen for this car, after having picked up an 88 Corolla SR5. My past road-racing (auto-cross and such) has been with BMWs, Volvos and older Nissans. So, one might say I'm a convert. As well, I'm looking to pick up a 4-Runner, so keeping everything Toyota makes sense to me (anyone want to buy a 3-series track car?)

So, hopefully I'm not making any newbie mistakes here. Here goes

Wheels: (http://www.tsw.com/) (ranked in order of preference)
1. TWS Evo
2. TWS Turn7
3. TWS Modello
As you can see, there is a certain style I like. That being said, I am very aware of rotating mass, so something like an Enkei or BBS will do. Anyone have any of the TWS rims on one I can see a pic of?

Suspension:
Ideally I'd like to lower it two inches. Eibach I know well from my BMW history, and I suspect they make very nice stuff for Celica's as well.

Tires:
Given my lowering idea, what do you recommend for tire/rim size? Will a 17" with 45 fit on this if it is lowered that much?

Brakes:
Recommendations? I'm a late braker on the track, and fully love big discs. EBS pads are my current fav. I believe I'll end up changing rotors and cals. Is the ST only disc on front, and if yes, is it a pain to change over to disc on rear as well? Do they all come with ABS?

Bodypanels
1. http://www.c-one.co.jp/C-ONEPARTS/celica.html
Anything close to this anyone would recommend?

Lighting:
1. Recommend bulb upgrades (and are they safe???)
2. PIAA driving/fog lamps work fine I am guessing.

And as many TRD parts as I need to get what I want out of the car.

Mod Questions:
1. Is there a super-charger available that will work for a daily driver?
2. If no SC, what do people recommend for a turbo kit?
3. In Canada, what is a fair price for a 94-96 GT and ST?
4. Anyone know of a wreaking yard on Vancouver Island for these units?
5. Seat recommendations. I want to be able to get my kids in the back, but still have a safe/comfortable racing seat (racing harness recommendations?)
6. What are the common problems to watch out for on a Canadian version, years 94 -96?
7. Can I use VDO gauges in this puppy? I understand, they have a non-normal stock configuration. As I plan to put a turbo in if I can't locate a SC, I'll need a gauge for it, and I prefer the euro gauge style (white-face, black numbers, RPM on right side and larger if possible). Thoughts?
8. AWD. Is there an AWD model in Canada? And if yes, for performance should I just stick with the FWD?


Ideally, I'm looking for a 94-96 GT in good shape. I would like to have leather interior, but have to have pw/pl. Color, I don't care about, so long as the inside is black (have a paint scheme in mind). Reality is, I'll end up getting it in Vancouver as there doesn't seem to be many on the island.

Thanks in advance all,
CT

[CelicaZR]

Welcome
You made the right choice

Suspension: Most people here use Tein springs, and would recommend it.
I've heard nothing but good things about them.
The drop should be perfect if your goin 17".

Tires: I'm pretty sure you can have 45 profile, I think thats what Lagos has
at the moment.

Brakes: Brembos makes disc for our car. If you want bigger ones, search "Wilwood"

Body panel: That kit will be very expensive if it is genuine, or otherwise you can
get a copy version of it, for cheaper. Vis Racing makes copies of them.

1) Supercharger ask Madmods on here. He is currently attempting this project
2) Better off buliding your own turbo kit, see Manny (pressure2) Thread
3) No idea
4) Can't help you out
5) A few people have them here, Valo666, and others but just cant remember their name.
6)
7) ?
8) Only 4wd version is the GT-4 (ST-205)