 GT4 front end on a vert?, opinions please |
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 Aug 11, 2004 - 9:35 PM
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Here is the story guys. My mechanic really recommends me venting my hood.
Has anyone done the GT4 front end conversion on a vert? I am also curious how you folks think it would look on my car. I would also be interested in any other ideas about getting a vented hood. Any cool looking aftermarket vents out there that you think I should know about? Remember, I am looking for something unique but understated. -------------------- QUOTE(lagos @ Jul 10, 2006 - 1:55 PM) [snapback]454118[/snapback] i know your trying to do the right thing for your motor, but this is one of those times where you should just trust the guys who have had their swaps for a while and have done a ton of research into this. |
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Aug 11, 2004 - 9:39 PM
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I think the GT-Four front end would look awesome on your car! Or since you're getting a kit, you could get the C-One replica front end and modify the top to line up with just the ST205 hood.
 I don't know if the C-One replica is your idea of a "clean" kit though.Why does your mechanic strongly suggest venting your hood? You shouldn't suffer from heat soak with a front mount intercooler. -------------------- New Toyota project coming soon...
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Aug 11, 2004 - 9:45 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 17, '04 From Illinois Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
I think its more for engine longevity. The engine compartment will get very hot with the 3s in it and no vents.
Here are my current thoughts: Option 1: GT4 hood and C-one bumper for GT4, TRD (dealer option) sides, and OEM rear extensions. Cost about $2500 Option 2: Vent my stock hood, C-one knockoff bumper for ST204, TRD sides, and OEM rear extensions. Cost about $1100. This post has been edited by jgreening: Aug 11, 2004 - 10:05 PM -------------------- QUOTE(lagos @ Jul 10, 2006 - 1:55 PM) [snapback]454118[/snapback] i know your trying to do the right thing for your motor, but this is one of those times where you should just trust the guys who have had their swaps for a while and have done a ton of research into this. |
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Aug 11, 2004 - 10:10 PM
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Administrator Joined Aug 23, '02 From Seattle, WA Currently Offline Reputation: 14 (100%) |
What kind of a vent would you use for option two? -------------------- New Toyota project coming soon...
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Aug 11, 2004 - 10:14 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 17, '04 From Illinois Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
I am not sure. I am looking for ideas but I want some sort of screen or screens to be painted black. I am really leaning toward painting my car a pearl slate gray with black trim.
-------------------- QUOTE(lagos @ Jul 10, 2006 - 1:55 PM) [snapback]454118[/snapback] i know your trying to do the right thing for your motor, but this is one of those times where you should just trust the guys who have had their swaps for a while and have done a ton of research into this. |
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Aug 11, 2004 - 10:24 PM
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custom TRD Supra hood vent.
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Aug 12, 2004 - 1:37 AM
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I would suggest to keep your bumper, put the oem extensions all around and get the C-one replica hood the have on the b/s section. That way if you dont like it, you are not behind much and you can sell everything and get the money to start all over.
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Aug 12, 2004 - 8:30 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Apr 22, '04 From Rhode Island Currently Offline Reputation: 3 (100%) |
id say option one, having a vert that looks like a gt4, and has a 3sgte would be sweet
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Aug 12, 2004 - 1:37 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Feb 27, '04 From Illinois Currently Offline Reputation: 1 (100%) |
How much money do you want to spend on it?
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Aug 12, 2004 - 10:27 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Aug 31, '02 From Philadelphia, PA Currently Offline Reputation: 8 (100%) |
after seeing my pics, your trying to make your car look the same, huh? j/k
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Aug 12, 2004 - 10:34 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 17, '04 From Illinois Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
I could only hope to make it look as good Lagos
-------------------- QUOTE(lagos @ Jul 10, 2006 - 1:55 PM) [snapback]454118[/snapback] i know your trying to do the right thing for your motor, but this is one of those times where you should just trust the guys who have had their swaps for a while and have done a ton of research into this. |
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