The VW Bug rear end assembly continues with the addition of the Toyota MR2 3SGTE driver side rear drive axle and wheel. Some initial alignment has also been completed.
VW Bug – Toyota MR2 3SGTE drivetrain assembly continues #35
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VW Bug rear end mockup continues-Install MR2 pass rear wheel-set in box #34
After installing the MR2 passenger drive axle, I can now bolt the wheel on. The wheel will sit in the wooden box for the VW bug rear end alignment.
VW Bug Initial rear end mockup-install the MR2 transmission and pass rear axle #33
After installing the MR2 transmission, I am now able to start the rear end assembly. As you can see I have installed the passenger side rear drive axle.
Install the Toyota MR2 Clutch Masters Clutch #32
I am installing the Toyota MR2 Clutch Masters stage 1 HD clutch. It should be good for mild 350-400 HP driving.
Finish torque down on Toyota MR2 flywheel #31
The Toyota MR2 flywheel and crankshaft needed to be secured (keep from spinning) in order to torque down the crank bolts. I used a small piece of wood backed up with a bolt turned sideways against the tranny locating pin in the block.
Install the MR2 3SGTE flywheel to the stroker motor #30
I can now install the Toyota MR2 3SGTE flywheel. It had to be machined twice, once for the bolt holes and once for resurfacing.
MR2 Motor and transmission ready for assembly #29
The MR2 transmission is ready to bolt up to the 2.2 3sgte stroker motor. I am waiting on the flywheel to be returned. The motor is in position to be incorporated into the VW Bug.
VW Bug – MR2 Tranny painted and ready for install #28
I have cleaned and painted the Toyota MR2 transmission. Ready for rear end drivetrain mockup on the VW Bug.
Get the Toyota MR2 stroker motor back and prep for install #27
I finally get my Toyota MR2 2.2 Stroker engine back from ATS Racing. I am also getting some more parts ready to start the VW Bug rear drivetrain assembly.
VW Bug / Toyota MR2 Front end development continues #26
While still waiting on my toyota MR2 engine to return, I am spending some more time aligning and planning the VW Bug front end assembly. The conduit is temporary for alignment only.