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Old 06-05-2005, 05:46 AM
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Default 6MT for 5AT Tranny Swap ??

I know a guy who says he has or can get a 6MT tranny for $50. It is brand new from Nissan. Dont ask why the cheap price. I have seen it in person so I know it exists. Now on to my question. I currently have a 5AT and have thought about swapping my 5AT for a 6MT. What other parts would be needed and how much would it cost (roughly) to do something like this? Would I need to swap any other parts out that are currently stock on the car? Has anyone done this on a Z or G? How difficult would this be and is it even possible? Sorry for the ton of questions.

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Old 06-07-2005, 04:27 PM
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I'll add in what I know you'll need:

Clutch Master Cylinder
Clutch Pedal Assembly
Brake Pedal Assembly
Clutch, Flywheel, Throw Out Bearing
ECU from 6MT Z or G
Plastics for the center console? ( I havent seen the center console plastic in 5AT)
Old 06-07-2005, 04:50 PM
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and a new rear end(differential).
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WOW! This sound like an interesting proyect. I remember trading in my 1st. 350Z Auto for a 6MT. In my case I lost less by trading in then by buying parts. However if you can get hooked with cheap parts go for it. Let us all know the outcome, keep us posted.

I saw a guy who was trying to do this on his Z about a month ago here on the forums, he got some good info. I will try to find his thread.
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If anyone know how to swap tranny from 5AT to 6MT...

plz post it...

and i wanna know how much it will cost....
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I could've sworn that the ECUs for AT/MT are different as well.

IMO this project will probably cost more in money and in headaches than trading in your Z and getting a new one with the MT. Not to say that it isn't a worthwhile experience... just saying it would be one PITA after the other.
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Originally Posted by Z2000Maximaguy
I could've sworn that the ECUs for AT/MT are different as well.

IMO this project will probably cost more in money and in headaches than trading in your Z and getting a new one with the MT. Not to say that it isn't a worthwhile experience... just saying it would be one PITA after the other.
If I didnt have over $17,000 in mods on this car, I would trade in a heartbeat for a 6MT.
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