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Corolla AE86 3T-GTE
As people were busy learning/discovering and starting to modify their New 4AG Corollas, Toysport decided to extend a tradition that Toyota abandoned- the well-respected and beloved T series engine in the high performance Corollas. To make this a factory-possible conversion (all original Toyota)- it was a natural choice to install the latest generation TG engine- the 3TGTE (1800cc., factory turbo, twin sparkplug). This car was 1 of the first 5 Corolla AE86 imported for press/prototype in the U.S. Modifications included a Levin front-end with full Pittura body kit. This allowed a large HKS intercooler to fit up front. The standard transmission was left in, with close-ratio gears to take full advantage of the higher HP and torque. The rear end was fitted with a TRD LSD and 3.7 gears. Suspension was by Eibach with Tokiko PRO-Drag shocks. The full HKS turbo upgrades were used- EVC, F-Con, SBC, IPM, EGC, GCC II, AIC, Twin-Power. Toysport parts were 2000cc. pistons, Carillo rods, upgraded CT20 Turbo, modified Centerforce Dual Friction, and of course a brake up-grade with an adjustable proportioning valve. This car was first displayed in the 1986 Toyota Long Beach Grand Prix, and all electronic shows. (Kenwood sponsored the car with over 300 pounds of audio equipment, that was conveniently installed and uninstalled between Sound-Offs!!) Double-Duty.
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