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mid engined 1UZ-FE
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Fri, 30 August 2002 00:51
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Hi,
I’d like to fit a 1UZ-FE, in a mid engine configuration.
However space may prevent an inline set-up, as there is only about 700mm (maybe less) from centre of rear wheel to firewall.
So I’m thinking about a transverse mount, as plenty of room for a V format engine.
Can anyone tell me if the 1UZ-FE is an easy bolt up to any standard FWD transmission, preferable one where the engine sits in front of the wheels?
Would prefer a manual but any suggestions on transmission,
for inline or transverse options and/or dimensions for 1UZ-FE trans combinations if they are known.
Could also consider a V6.....
Appreciate any wisdom anyone has to offer
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Location:
Brisbane
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May 2002
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Re: mid engined 1UZ-FE
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Fri, 30 August 2002 01:37
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The 1UZ-FE was only ever built in RWD north-south configuration. If you want to mid-mount this engine you're looking at custom fabrication all the way, which means BIG dollars. If you want a transverse mounted engine, something like the Camry V6 may be a better option.
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Location:
Melbourne
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May 2002
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Re: mid engined 1UZ-FE
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Fri, 30 August 2002 02:27
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yeah i weant to the constructors car club show last month (in wellington) there were several saber's there running the 1uz. basically you need to find a renault un1 type tranny (renault r30 v6 type)and someone in nz (and a couple of places over here) does conversion bellhousings. place in qld sells the trannies for $1400.
T
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Location:
Sydney
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July 2002
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Re: mid engined 1UZ-FE
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Fri, 30 August 2002 03:25
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Theres a guy in melbourne that has but the 1UZ into Lamborghini replicas, they're mid mounted North-South engines .. I think the gearbox is a Renau one and using Supra drive shafts.
http://www.carbontech.com.au is the site, you can ask questions on how hard it was, but this was all custom (ie. the whole car).
I tried to get David to the dyno day (with the white lambo) .. he might come to the next cruise.
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Mildura
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November 2002
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Re: mid engined 1UZ-FE
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Sat, 02 November 2002 23:18
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Would you have the name of the place where you can get one of those Renault trannies in Qld? I can only find one in NZ for 3,000. I am building a Carbontech Lambo as well, hopefully with a 3UZ-FE if i can find one....
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Re: mid engined 1UZ-FE
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Sat, 02 November 2002 23:43
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Silly question.......what's a Porsche transaxle worth? Is it the same ballpark or totally diffent league pricewise? Strength? Better then Renault?
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Location:
Mildura
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November 2002
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Re: mid engined 1UZ-FE
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Sat, 02 November 2002 23:48
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A Porsce G50 transaxle is around 6 grand.... Only a few Porsche boxes will work properly in Mid-engine configuration, as they need to run upside down, (so you dont have 5 reverse and one forward gear...)
The G40 and G50 are supposedly good for around 600HP, whereas the renault R30 can handle 450HP.
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July 2002
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Re: mid engined 1UZ-FE
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Sun, 03 November 2002 09:18
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Couldn't you just use a strengthened kombi box??
I've seen these boxes used for all sort of aplications..
only once with a V8 tho...
just a suggestion...
CamZH
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Location:
ACT
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November 2003
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Thu, 27 November 2003 02:32
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There's a guy in Queenlsand who does conversion kits for just about any engine to a VW box...
But if you've ever driven a VW with intent to change gears quickly you'd probably think twice about using one. 
They have problems
5spd Porsche box (if you can get one) might be a better option?
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Sydney
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July 2002
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Re: mid engined 1UZ-FE
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Thu, 27 November 2003 05:08
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Problem is the 1UZ is a 700mm cube. Its not going to fit in the original poster's car.
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Australia
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November 2003
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Re: mid engined 1UZ-FE
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Thu, 27 November 2003 05:20
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1UZ is closer to 675 isnt it? (27" x 27" x 27")
But yeah, it will cut it very close indeed
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Location:
Sweden
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May 2003
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Re: mid engined 1UZ-FE
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Thu, 27 November 2003 18:16
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This ultima har a 1UZ-FTE (twin turbo)
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Location:
Newcastle
Registered:
May 2002
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Re: mid engined 1UZ-FE
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Thu, 27 November 2003 20:09
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let me be the first to say wow!
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Location:
Madrid - Spain
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August 2002
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Re: mid engined 1UZ-FE
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Fri, 28 November 2003 02:12
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That wouls look great under the bonnet of an RA28. I might have to relocate the strut towers to fit the exhaust and turbo's in though.
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