iam026tb4u Posted November 29, 2004 Share Posted November 29, 2004 Hello, I'm in the process of creating my budget to gauge approximately how long it's going to take to complete my project as well as how many clams it's going to cost me. I hear a lot of people talking about the 700r4 transmission as the most suitable swap; however, my car is already set up for a manual transmission and I 'd like to keep it that way. Is the conversion utilizing the T5 difficult? It would seem that if my car is already equipped for the 5 speed manual transmission, that the swap to a GM 5 speed wouldn't be that difficult. Am I wrong in assuming that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheelman Posted November 29, 2004 Share Posted November 29, 2004 Welcome to HybridZ. The swap is not difficult, but depending on the slave cylinder you use a new master will also be required. Obviously you'll need to put together a flywheel/clutch package so count on spending money on those items as well. Make sure to get a World Class T5 as they are the strongest GM T5. I believe they are found in the 1986 through 1991 F-Body GM cars (Camaro and Firebird/TA). Do you have the JTR (jags that run) Datsun V8 swap manual? If not be sure to get it before finalizing your plans. It will be the best $30.00 you spend. Here is a link to their website. http://www.jagsthatrun.com Wheelman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iam026tb4u Posted November 29, 2004 Author Share Posted November 29, 2004 Thanks wheelman. No, I haven't gotten around to purchasing the JTR manual yet, but it is on my to do list. I'm not ready to actually start my conversion, so I was going to concentrate on the body first. Then when I was ready, pull the motor and transmission to and finish my project. Let's say that I wanted to convert to the 700R4. Is that any more difficult? I suppose I would just need to remove the stock clutch pedal and let her rip......huh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JKDGabe Posted November 29, 2004 Share Posted November 29, 2004 Leave the stock clutch pedal, confuse the would be thieves... I'd suggest buying the manual now so that you know what you need and can keep an eye out for good deals. It's best to read it several times before the swap anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheelman Posted November 29, 2004 Share Posted November 29, 2004 You have to do a little "clearancing" in the tranny tunnel with a hammer but other than that and mounting an aftermarket auto shifter thats about all there is to it. Edit: I agree with JKDGabe, get the JTR manual as soon as possible, read it several times and start to look for good deals on parts. I decided to do the 5-speed after reading it and then found out it's hard to locate a GM WC T5. Took me 3 months to find one I was willing to pay the price for. Found it on eBay, turned out the guy I got it from didn't know it was a WC unit or he would have asked more money for it. I got it for $175.00 plus shipping, it pays to shop around and watch for good deals. Wheelman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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