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Trans swap? - 11/4/2007 3:21:38 PM

isimon77

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I have heard this time and again: If I want a faster car, I need a manual trans. I have a 2.4L Eclipse RS (AEM Cold air intake + Exaust tip / Muffler (makes a mean rumble). The car sounds mean, but it sure as hell isn't. Now:
   -1st up: I know purchasing parts for an automatic trans is more or less worthless- it won't get me too far.
   -2nd: The car does not handle well enough to drive it at faster speeds, for racing.
   -3rd: The car sounds mean, and is smoked just about every time.

So, this is what I have been considering, in order from what I need most to what I should get last:
   (1, a job again)
   1. Manual Transmission to fit 2001 2.4L Eclipse RS
   2. Coilover Suspension kit, to tighten suspension and enhance handling for higher speeds
   3. Rear disk brakes (yeah I know, I have drums back there.)
   4. Engine Swap, keep the trans?

What / Where would I look for the trans? I don't know what to look for, or where to start.
(Maybe this after trans swap, or a cheaper version? http://tearstone.com/shop/vmchk/4-cylinder-Stratus-Coupe-01-05/DC-SPORTS-4-Into-1-Race-Header-Mitsubishi-Eclipse-2000-04-2.4L.html
Coilovers... I know where to get those, and how to install, I just need an opinion for them.
The brakes- sure, give me your take on them.
Engine swap, I think if I want to improve speed a lot, this would be helpful.

Help? Please just don't post and tell me, "Hey you need headers and exhaust system," I am not asking for advice on what to buy, but advice on my plan for the car. Thanks.

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RE: Trans swap? - 11/4/2007 3:32:36 PM

estraw

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honestly if your looking for speed, a 3rd gen isnt the car you want. you might want to consider looking into buying a 1st or 2nd gen gst or gsx.

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RE: Trans swap? - 11/5/2007 2:07:56 PM

bk33

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i wouldn't swap the trans. what i would do an evo head swap get an evo header with the stock turbo
(emonz57), as far as rear drums don't know. coilovers tein would be my Preference. maybe get a high stall torque convertor.

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RE: Trans swap? - 11/5/2007 3:15:55 PM

Sebba

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EXHAUST MANIFOLD**

Header+EVO=Error

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RE: Trans swap? - 11/5/2007 3:44:15 PM

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The auto tranny in the 3G is a power stealing whore. It deff slows the 3Gs down more than it should esspecially the sportys.

but yes a Evo MANIFOLD turbo ect and Evo head will make alot of power

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