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Auto box ---> Manual

 

Can anyone tell me the logistics of converting a Jap spec Autobox, to a 5 speed manual? Anyone ever done it/seen it done? And how much does/would it cost.

 

Cheers,

 

John

yippie its Friday !!

 

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    One or two points to consider, however as yours is a non turbo it will be easier.

     

    Contact Silvia Eng

     

    Z ya

     

    Nico91TT

     

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    i think the main considerations (in any auto->man conversion) are :

     

    gearbox - obviously

    clutch assembly

    clutch hydraulics

    pedalbox and mountings

    propshaft

    ecu

    interior trim

     

     

    but, it is quite a common operation (compared to some conversions... IE LHD->RHD, NA->TT) so any mechanic who has done such a job regardless of vehicle will know the ins and outs.

     

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    I've spoken to Silvia about this. They're happy to do the work if anyone wants it. The only cost effective way to do the job is to find a write off - preferably side impact or possibly rear provided the diff didn't get hit and push the propshaft forward.

     

    Oh, and in addition to the above list, the flywheel needs changing.

     

    Dave

     

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    Hairsy, how much did they say it would cost?

     

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    Have any of you guys in here had it done, or do you know anybody who has? The Auto box kind of takes the fun out of it a bit, and it scares the hell out of me when it starts changing gear going round corners.

     

    John

     

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    Not sure on cost - given the cost of parts alone, I decided that it probably wasn't cost effective and that if I really wanted it, I'd be better off importing a manual and transferring my mods over.

     

    Or of course you can always try the Steve E method - instead of buying a written off manual, you can write off your auto and then buy a manual !

     

    Dave

     

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    Ha Ha Dave ;-)

     

    Now that is sharp. RAFLMAO

     

    I'm actually importing another 300ZXTT manual from Japan for anyone that maybe interested!!

     

    Steve

     

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    Do the turbos work Steve lol......

     

    Z ya

     

    Nico91TT

     

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    Now,that's Really really expensive... Get a manual!

     

    Craig - now come on now - are you serious - who has been mad enough to add a turbo 300 to an N/A?

     

     

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