2jz? or 2jzgt?

[2JZ_AE86]

hey people im new here and I needed some opinions on my ae86.....i bought a ae86 from my cousin its a 86 coupe with a 2jz n/a 6 speed its not finished i think it only needs wiring and a couple minor things but i was wondering if i should just go with a turbo motor but if i do that would i need to reinforce the chassis,better suspension, different rear end? any ideas???

[dr.occa]

You'll definitely need to go with sturdier axles or rear end all together.

[2JZ_AE86]

which rear end do u recommend i have heard something about a ford rear end but dont know from what car

[dr.occa]

MKII Celica Supra

OR

Weir Performance beefier axles, bearings and spool.

[2JZ_AE86]

cool what about suspension wise? and do i need to reinforce the chassis if planning to go turbo?

[dr.occa]

Chassis reinforcement is strictly up to you. The 2JZGTE isn't going to rip the AE86 chassis apart unless you were putting down 500+ whp with really stick tires. Then I'd worry about serious chassis twisting.

[2JZ_AE86]

thanks for the pointers......just need to finish my aw11 then im starting on the AE!

[daveskatesallday]

turbo turbo turbo turbo!

[2JZ_AE86]

Lol tthats what im leaning towards

[daveskatesallday]

nice well it really also depends what your plans for the car is that should help you decide

like daily/track?

[2JZ_AE86]

Well I want to fix it up show/track and be able to drive it around not daily buut like a once a week maybe

[daveskatesallday]

gotcha well good luck with it i hope it turns out good

[2JZ_AE86]

thanks

[maloner]

Man, I say just stick with the 2jzge. I had a gs300 with the 2jzge and that moved ok, & could break the rear end lose pretty easy(auto). That's a 3300lb car!

In a little 86, with all that weight in the front, you're already gonna have traction problems. IMO.