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Old 06-07-2011, 12:04 PM   #64
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Originally Posted by arsenaljohn View Post
Could someone please explain to me how they made the last gen celica under 2500 pounds without the need for aluminium?
It was 2500-2600lbs for the GTS depending on transmission..

No RWD.

Small 15 and optional 16" wheels

Single exhaust.

A 6speed RWD transmission is longer in length and heavier. Than a fwd 6 spd trans. Then you have the crossmember and mount located in the tunnel area.

no driveshafts and all associated hardware

no rear differential, and being double wish or multilink that adds more weight.
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