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Jun 21st, 2018, 12:02 | #41 |
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Not sure why you are talking about 240 stuff here. The OD conversion is straightforward except for the tunnel mods and you're more than capable of that. Using a normal 120/1800 OD box it will more or less bolt in.
Comments on your list 1.True but can be cut and shut. see https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VoIDQFYJOa0&t=81s 2. Not difficult. Small mods to current cross-member maybe. 3. True. Quick job for a specialist. 4. True but what you have should match unless you have a box/ J OD from a 140. 5.Totally untrue unless you want to use a 240 gearbox and engine and use it upright. Cam oiling maybe an issue if you do. Take this issue out of the equation. 6.Wiring is easy but you may have to drill the cast in boss on the gearbox lid to fit the lock-out switch. 7. OD with 4.10 is good. Much better and quieter cruising. It will drive the same as a 4 speed and you will then have the benefit of the OD. In flat Holland you will be able to use the OD as a normal 5th gear. PV is a bit lighter than an Amazon and it works fine in one of those. I've had one and I'd be happy to have a 4.10 in my Amazon Estate instead of the 4.56. 8. Gear lever doesn't change at all. As above, the top plate does need to have the lockout switch fitted. Some M40 lids come with a brass plug. Remove and fit switch. |
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Jun 21st, 2018, 12:05 | #42 |
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Are you saying you got a 240 gearbox? They maybe cheaper but makes for an expensive conversion. Stick to Amazon and PV parts.
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Jun 21st, 2018, 14:24 | #43 |
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I agree with what derek has said I would keep it simple or else you start creating more problems to be spending money unless you have the engine and gearbox with the skills to fit it then yes it is very possible to fit other engines just make sure you go into this with your eyes open factoring all modifications in !
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Only because it does get done and is potentially a cheaper solution which gives a stronger end product
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Approximately 10% of the PV gearbox and overdrive equivalent. Anyway for me - you don't need to worry about this - as stated earlier I'm not going to try and fit this 240 gearbox I have. Not worth the hassle.
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Jul 5th, 2018, 22:19 | #45 |
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it really looks like will need to try to find original gearbox and OD for amazon
because with 240 not to shore if i will understand all moods. |
Jul 6th, 2018, 05:38 | #46 |
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4.10 and OD works fine for cruising, yes, hills and acceleration to pass may require a disengagement, but the economy and less wear and tear when cruising is worth it.
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Nov 17th, 2018, 11:11 | #47 |
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hehey guys,
good news found 1965 amazon with fitted J type overdrive so can soon start to upgrade all what we talked about one question car has single circle brake system, is there point to put dual circle system? and brakes feel little weak, s thinking just new pads and discs oki? or better to put bigger brake calipers?? and if you put car in overdrive does it gives some small sound out?? zzzzzz or it should be no sound? |
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