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    hey everyone i have a question.

    can u change the gearbox from a auto to manual and how hard is it. i dont no what series engine mine is so here is a pic.
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    looks like a vn s1 to me, costs about 2 grand to get it done, or you can buy an auto to manual kit for 500-1000 to diy, no idea about anything else :S

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    Quote Originally Posted by _A_D_A_M_
    hey everyone i have a question.

    can u change the gearbox from a auto to manual and how hard is it. i dont no what series engine mine is so here is a pic.
    easiest thing to do is find a VN that is written off,with low K's and good 5 speed,and just swap motor and box over in one hit.
    otherwise your up for an adaptor or CRS flywheel to suit your auto crank.
    depends where you are you can expect to pay up to $1500 to convert/buy an unwanted /wrecked VN 5 speed.

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    It seems that being a series 1 is a important factor, what are we looking at if it was a series 2 then?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Wingnut0021
    It seems that being a series 1 is a important factor, what are we looking at if it was a series 2 then?
    $750-$850 +flywheel....then some $$$ for console quarter(where gear lever goes) + plate that pop rivets to floor,but they may throw that in if you buy the gearbox.

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    thanks everyone. i might be able to get a engine and gearbox but i dont think i could be bothered changing it all over just to flog the f*** out of it and have it blow.

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    How much is a supra 5 or 6 speed and conversion kit these days? might not be much difference in price? for a much better box

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    Quote Originally Posted by greenfoam
    How much is a supra 5 or 6 speed and conversion kit these days? might not be much difference in price? for a much better box
    you doubting one of the strongest boxes the T5?

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    hey man, im doing the conversion my self, it really wont be that hard to do, i have a huge post of it some were, it should have everything u need, it would be on the third page for vn-vp buy now, just have a look...
    check my ride
    http://forums.justcommodores.com.au/...ad.php?t=16665
    and feel free to comment

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    Quote Originally Posted by adox
    A ZF box is ok too (6speed)
    Yeh, if you have $3000-$4000 to spend on a gear box!

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