 Split down the middle gt-4 build *Update 1/2/12* |
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 Jan 8, 2010 - 9:51 AM
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 Enthusiast  Joined Feb 25, '03 From Springfield, MO Currently Offline Reputation: 1 (100%)  |
i like this build a lot
 . funny how ignorant people are to REAL body/chassis work though. i have spliced a few vehicles that would have ordinarily been scrap and they turned out just dandy. the whole car is made of panels spot welded together so why couldn't he do it like this? anytime someone gets t boned and a rocker is replaced it is done in the same way - with a sleeve an plug welds.... i have always wondered why no one has just welded a clip instead of swap parts....quicker IMO. a few cuts and some measuring, not remove 2 cars worth of under hood stuff and dash/firewall.... then replace This post has been edited by b1gr3d: Jan 8, 2010 - 9:52 AM -------------------- Coming in 2010 full paintjob - new wheels - modified body - new interior - engine build- marriage |
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Jan 8, 2010 - 1:08 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Jan 25, '06 From MN Currently Offline Reputation: 19 (100%) |
I guess this guy gave up too someone has to pick it up from him and finish it it can be done with the right tools and equipment.
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Jan 11, 2010 - 1:35 PM
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Enthusiast Joined May 14, '08 From Grand Island NY Currently Offline Reputation: 18 (95%) |
No I didn't die nor did i give up, school is just more important right now. I'll finish the car in spring. As for the meantime I've been buying up rare parts on ebay left and right so this thing is only gonna get even hotter!
--------------------  1994 Supra TT 1999 Cadillac Escalade (winter ride/tow truck) 1994 Celica GT-4 Converted 1998 Celica GT-4 Converted 1987 Corolla FX 1986 Corolla AE86 (Next Project) |
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Jan 11, 2010 - 1:48 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Apr 24, '08 From Orange County, CA Currently Offline Reputation: 33 (100%) |
have to wait till spring damn that sucks.
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Jan 11, 2010 - 4:07 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Mar 15, '07 From Tennessee Currently Offline Reputation: 52 (100%) |
QUOTE (jmeyer @ Jan 11, 2010 - 12:35 PM)  No I didn't die nor did i give up, school is just more important right now. I'll finish the car in spring. As for the meantime I've been buying up rare parts on ebay left and right so this thing is only gonna get even hotter! so you must be my competition, lol -------------------- Learned a lot in 10 years... I hardly log in anymore, last login Today Sept 6 2019, and I was forced just to clarify a post. LOL
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Jan 11, 2010 - 6:09 PM
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 Moderator Joined Jun 29, '08 From Denver Currently Offline Reputation: 59 (100%) |
YES! This thread is still alive. That made my day. Can't wait until Spring
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Feb 19, 2010 - 8:51 PM
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Enthusiast Joined May 14, '08 From Grand Island NY Currently Offline Reputation: 18 (95%) |
Found a good deal on this:
          It's more complete than the last clip I got and cheaper and it's in Canada already so no shady overseas transaction. Plus it comes with a free flare, who could ask for anything more. Stay tuned because as soon as finals are over the red one will be finished and i'll start number two. Anyone who has a celica with front end damage and wants to sell it feel free to pm me. Enjoy the pics. This post has been edited by jmeyer: Feb 19, 2010 - 8:53 PM -------------------- 1994 Supra TT 1999 Cadillac Escalade (winter ride/tow truck) 1994 Celica GT-4 Converted 1998 Celica GT-4 Converted 1987 Corolla FX 1986 Corolla AE86 (Next Project) |
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Feb 19, 2010 - 9:40 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Feb 1, '05 From Charlotte NC Currently Offline Reputation: 14 (100%) |
i'm not even going to begin to fathom how i missed this, and not going to express my shock and awe that a flame war/IBTL competion isnt in full swing by now...
GREAT JOB MAN!!! i will be eyeballing this thread like this guy! --->>  would love to donate an awd tranny but its auto and from an st215... --------------------  QUOTE (Galcobar @ Oct 15, 2008 - 2:44 AM) You want power but have no money. That's a problem. Cheap. Reliable. Fast. Pick two. |
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Feb 19, 2010 - 10:02 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Mar 6, '04 From Charlotte, NC Currently Offline Reputation: 9 (100%) |
Can't wait.
Good luck....and nice pick-up.
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Feb 19, 2010 - 11:05 PM
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Moderator Joined Jun 29, '08 From Denver Currently Offline Reputation: 59 (100%) |
Even comes with the JDM tails. Nicely done
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Feb 19, 2010 - 11:22 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Aug 30, '02 From San Juan, PR Currently Offline Reputation: 4 (100%) |
Go crazy with it. These kids don't know anything about how welding works other than it joins two metals together.
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Feb 20, 2010 - 1:07 AM
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 Enthusiast Joined Aug 5, '09 From Oakley, CA Currently Offline Reputation: 15 (100%) |
QUOTE (OOBE @ Feb 19, 2010 - 11:22 PM) Go crazy with it. These kids don't know anything about how welding works other than it joins two metals together. What else is there to know? Looks awesome. -------------------- 1996 Toyota Celica GT (GT4 conversion) - SOLD :(
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Feb 20, 2010 - 4:13 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Dec 17, '08 From mass Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
QUOTE (jmeyer @ Feb 19, 2010 - 8:51 PM) Found a good deal on this: It's more complete than the last clip I got and cheaper and it's in Canada already so no shady overseas transaction. Plus it comes with a free flare, who could ask for anything more. Stay tuned because as soon as finals are over the red one will be finished and i'll start number two. Anyone who has a celica with front end damage and wants to sell it feel free to pm me. Enjoy the pics. i was just looking at that earlier on ebay. dude you bought it out from under me  |
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Feb 20, 2010 - 5:09 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Aug 30, '02 From San Juan, PR Currently Offline Reputation: 4 (100%) |
QUOTE (johnnehh @ Feb 19, 2010 - 11:07 PM) QUOTE (OOBE @ Feb 19, 2010 - 11:22 PM) Go crazy with it. These kids don't know anything about how welding works other than it joins two metals together. What else is there to know? Looks awesome. Well, that's a pretty ignorant statement even if it was said in jest. What else is there to know? The science behind it. How it really works. They underestimate the strength of a good weld. They think the car will magically break in half just because someone in his garage welded it together, lol.  But what else to expect from kids with a lot of testosterone and a a little bit of brain? 
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Feb 20, 2010 - 5:20 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Apr 24, '07 From CA Currently Offline Reputation: 1 (100%) |
damn spring.... until then ill be waiting haha
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Feb 20, 2010 - 5:37 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Feb 14, '09 From Mid West Currently Offline Reputation: 7 (100%) |
I Completely forgot about it!!!
You & your great deals.... Pfffft!!...  JK...JK.... Spring... well after today it's 1day closer!!!! Good Luck |
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Feb 21, 2010 - 12:13 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Dec 29, '05 From So-Cal Currently Offline Reputation: 12 (100%) |
think you'll ever sell the jdm fenders?
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Feb 21, 2010 - 12:29 PM
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Enthusiast Joined May 14, '08 From Grand Island NY Currently Offline Reputation: 18 (95%) |
Ya but a GT-4 will be included with them.
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Feb 21, 2010 - 12:40 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jun 18, '09 From Orlando Currently Offline Reputation: 8 (100%) |
Damn...that is amazing.
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Mar 5, 2010 - 10:03 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 2, '07 From Little Rock, AR Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
I'm not a great welder but I have done some destructive testing on my welds & the metal tore before my welds broke. I've also welded a broken suspension part on an off road jeep, & it's still together after 2 years of abuse running through off road trails. I would think that would get more abuse than a Celica that is driven on paved roads ever would.
I have considered doing a AWD conversion on my Celica by welding in the rear floor section from a GT4. Glad to see someone with the balls to do this. I think it would be strong enough, especially if you add a few reinforcements. Don't let these guys discourage you. A proper weld is just as strong as the base metal. Look at strech limo's & some hot rods. Those cars are welded together from multiple cars a lot of times & they don't fall apart going down the road. Even some motor homes are built on lenghtened truck chasis. You're not trying to make a longer car, plus you have a roof to support the car as well. I think you'll be fine. |
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