[urq] Needing your opinions please

[radmachergb at comcast.net]

I have started to get my 83 cleaned up for some level of resto and would like every ones opinion. I have already spoken to a few on this list but would like to get it all archived so my little brain can go back and look it up later. 



First, my car is a lil rusty but I found it for a steal with lots of extras and am not under the impression that it will ever be a prime example. It sat for quite a few years on a damp floor. So fuel/brake lines, bushings, control arms, sub-frame, ect are rusty. 

I would like to collect most of the replacement parts before I tear into it too far. Im trying to find out what year cars I can source these parts that will mate to get powder coated and cleaned up while I work on the body.   



I hear I can use the rear sub-frame,control arms, tie rods, ball joints   from a 4kq ??? What should I use for the front ?? Plus I would like to avoid the 4 bolt wheel pattern. Add my hubs to the 4k arms ??? Sorry for all the questions. If anyone could add info I will need it will be greatly appreciated. I'm pretty new to this so let me know if you think this is a stupid idea to begin with. I do realize I will never get my money back. 

My plans are without getting into the tiny details ... 

Standalone efi 

Bigger turbo 

3B 20v 

Scat Pistons 

Forged rods 

7A Cams 

Upgraded suspension,brakes, exhaust ect. 

New sub-frame bushings 



Thanks for the time 

Bob