hey- it would be easy to have the vx go on a diet for performance sake. All that is needed is an aluminum frame. You can actually buy AL frames for some vehicles, but due to our limited manufacturing, or Isuzus in general have NO aftermarket. Were stuck. You would have to custom fabricate. I could see it now- group ordering aluminum frames! LOL Would probably save at least 300 lbs. Lose your front axle and drivetrain and you would weigh in at 3500 lbs! Thats only 250 lbs more than an STI! Of course I would only do the frame myself. This baby is never losing AWD. Thats the one thing imports have always owned- handling.
I would really really like to find out how to drop in a 5 speed and keep TOD.