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Swapping column auto to manualViews : 846 Replies : 2Users Viewing This Thread : |
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Dec 15th, 2017, 13:42 | #1 |
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Swapping column auto to manual
It's an option I guess?
Can anyone tell me the extent of work? Experience of doing this?
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Dec 15th, 2017, 16:44 | #2 |
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Dec 16th, 2017, 08:59 | #3 |
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Will,
I swapped a 164 from auto to manual years ago. It's not a scary job, provided you have all the parts. Gearbox Crossmember (or welding to modify original) Propshaft (or modify original) Clutch Pedal box Clutch cable On the car I swapped, all the relevant captive threads were already in the shell, I'd be confident that the same would apply to yours. Probably, the auto 144 has a different rear axle ratio. You don't have to change the axle, but if you don't the speedo would under read John |
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