I would really like some input :)

[allen600]

so I'm looking to get another mk3 turbo supra project but I'm not sure what to get, i use to have a 89 n/a and swapped a 7mgte into it but id like to just get a turbo car from the get go, so are there any years or certain trims that are better then others? i know the stand alones for certain years are cheaper ect.. any other input?

 

[djshoester]

This might help =)
http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/19-supra-forum/101639-mkiii-specs-year-changes.html

 

[allen600]

awesome thank you!

 

[te72]

Do you have a daily driver? If not, forget another project, unless you really like being broke and walking everywhere...

To answer your question though, about the biggest difference in the car itself is the fact that the turbo cars came with a transmission that was a bit stronger.

 

[allen600]

Yeah lol I have a 350z for my dd, I use to have a 89 turbo manual and want another one but what's the difference between the pre 89 and post 89 is my main question

 

[hvyman]

Pretty much body and interior differences.

If your going to gut it and beat it up I'd get a pre89.

 

[allen600]

I don't think I will gut it but I am going for mid 500HP and i see when you go with an aem standalone its split up into those body years, i'm guessing the ecu are different between those year ranges

 

[xzeror]

depends on preference. Diff between pre 89 and post 89 are: Front bumper, side mirrors, body molding, tail lights, wing (1 piece vs 3 piece), steering wheels, interior color and exterior color. There are a few more differences but these are the most noticeable. Also some 7m blocks that are 89+ tend to be stronger than the pre 89 ones.

 

[allen600]

Gotcha, thanks for your help

 

[#04]

did the pre-89's have a slightly stronger diff...?

 

[bluepearl]

The differentials are the same. Post 89 had two supporting brackets for the sub-frame. These can easily be installed on a pre-89.

 

[te72]

did the pre-89's have a slightly stronger diff...?

The differentials are the same. Post 89 had two supporting brackets for the sub-frame. These can easily be installed on a pre-89.

Gearing however, is different. 3.91 (87-88 turbo) versus 3.73 in the later turbo cars. Same 8" G-series differential though.

 

[allen600]

Don't the 89+ 7mgte have yellow plugs on the ecu?

 

[akito]

Pre 89 has yellow plugs engine harness and ECU. I'd stick to getting a 89+ if i were you.

 

[allen600]

I found a 86.5 swapped with a "89" 7mgte so I was wondering how to know if it's truly an 89 motor

 

[peste noire]

this might answer you question.
http://www.supramania.com/forums/showthread.php?124392-Early-Vs-Late-GTE-Blocks