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1986 Mirage Turbo Hatch: AWD Conversion
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Author:  Fawkes [ Wed Jan 25, 2012 11:43 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1986 Mirage Turbo Hatch: AWD Conversion
So, I figured out how to get the shifter cables out... wow I feel like even more of an idiot than I initially thought. Anyways, I got all the stuff out am in the middle of really thinking hard on what to cut before I do it.
Author:  Fawkes [ Thu Jan 26, 2012 9:15 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1986 Mirage Turbo Hatch: AWD Conversion
yet another fruitful day! I got the mounts needed to bolt in the 4G63T into the mirage! cost a whole $15.99!! it was well worth pulling a engine apart for the desired mounts:)

(for future reference I am using 1995 Elantra 1.8L mounts: Timing side mount and behind the engine where it bolts to the craddle) I will make a list of what someone might need to do this later.
Author:  miragesist [ Thu Feb 23, 2012 9:34 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1986 Mirage Turbo Hatch: AWD Conversion
i did the 4G63T swap in my mirage, very easy and striaght fwd,,,,let me know if i can help you with something,,,, im very exited with your project ,,,keep posting your progress
Author:  Fawkes [ Tue Mar 06, 2012 1:33 am ]
Post subject:  Re: 1986 Mirage Turbo Hatch: AWD Conversion
No Fabrication progress BUT I have had the motor and trans/transfer case torn down and inspected.

I'm using high compression pistons 9.5:1 and a custom valve cover (will make sure to post pics of this handmade beauty)

Could I have some advice or someone tell me the merits of using a twin disc setup? (besides making you have less money in your wallet so you can save weight to make your 1/4 mile times better)
Author:  Fawkes [ Fri Mar 16, 2012 9:39 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1986 Mirage Turbo Hatch: AWD Conversion
Hello Bigger Brakes and Drilled/Slotted Rotors!

I got my Talon Spindles and brakes on now!

I'll be more than happy to take pictures tomorrow.

(Its been busy with getting rid of seven cars around here)

Progress is slow... but steady.
Author:  Fawkes [ Thu Mar 22, 2012 4:05 am ]
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3-22-12

Here are a few updates!

5 Lug Conv. 8)
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Engine is out, trying to decide weather to dress up the engine bay or not. ***Considering conversion to Wilwood brake/clutch pedals.
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Dash and all Electronics are being sorted, heater and blower are going to be kept excluding A/C.
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I'm curious, does anyone else have a sunroof conversion to their Mirage/colt?
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Lastly, I am having issues with tires rubbing as you can see. I'm going to go ahead and cut the wheel well out on this side and make my own larger one.
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Author:  Fawkes [ Thu Mar 22, 2012 4:09 am ]
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D: Sorry I don't know how to make the pictures smaller... I just got this camera to take HD pictures and it came out like this...
Author:  whe3ls [ Fri Mar 23, 2012 4:39 am ]
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if you use imageshack you can resize the images
Author:  KOTScolt [ Sun Mar 25, 2012 8:39 am ]
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D: Sorry I don't know how to make the pictures smaller... I just got this camera to take HD pictures and it came out like this...
after you load the pics off the camera onto your computer open up paint and resize them there.

Awesome build!!!
Author:  moidsm1 [ Wed Mar 28, 2012 2:55 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1986 Mirage Turbo Hatch: AWD Conversion
I love the looks of these Mirages, even more than the C53's.

Good luck, please dont ever give up on this project, I want to follow it till the finish!
Author:  Fawkes [ Tue May 22, 2012 3:43 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1986 Mirage Turbo Hatch: AWD Conversion
Thank you so much! Im currently stuck because I have been forced to get rid of 7 other cars.

- 88 starion turbo 5spd.
- 88 conquest turbo auto SHP.
- 83 station turbo 5spd.
- 91 gold laser/red interior
- 92 eagle talon tsi awd
- 95 Lexus SC400
-88 supra turbo

its all gone except this mirage.
Ive just finished the colorshift valve cover.
Author:  CaptainTonus [ Tue May 22, 2012 3:45 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1986 Mirage Turbo Hatch: AWD Conversion
Quote:
Thank you so much! Im currently stuck because I have been forced to get rid of 7 other cars.

- 88 starion turbo 5spd.
- 88 conquest turbo auto SHP.
- 83 station turbo 5spd.
- 91 gold laser/red interior
- 92 eagle talon tsi awd
- 95 Lexus SC400
-88 supra turbo

its all gone except this mirage.
Ive just finished the colorshift valve cover.
I want pics of those StarQuests NOW! :twisted:
Author:  Fawkes [ Thu May 24, 2012 2:38 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1986 Mirage Turbo Hatch: AWD Conversion
Canidate for best looking mirage valve cover???
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Author:  Fawkes [ Thu May 24, 2012 2:39 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1986 Mirage Turbo Hatch: AWD Conversion
Quote:
Quote:
Thank you so much! Im currently stuck because I have been forced to get rid of 7 other cars.

- 88 starion turbo 5spd.
- 88 conquest turbo auto SHP.
- 83 station turbo 5spd.
- 91 gold laser/red interior
- 92 eagle talon tsi awd
- 95 Lexus SC400
-88 supra turbo

its all gone except this mirage.
Ive just finished the colorshift valve cover.
I want pics of those StarQuests NOW! :twisted:

This weekend I will take pictures of them!
Author:  Ninjaneonturtle [ Fri May 25, 2012 2:17 am ]
Post subject:  Re: 1986 Mirage Turbo Hatch: AWD Conversion
SO the Talon knuckles and everything just bolt right up? what kind of shocks/springs are you using?

BTW sunroofs are dealer add ons for these cars as the majority of older cars. That's a generic flip up sunroof that they cut out of the roof after it hit the lot. Sorry to break your bubble though. It was either installed by the dealer as an option to jack up the price, by customer request or at a sunroof place by the original owner. Sunroof installation got less popular since they were starting to come as options from the manufacturer.
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