VT V6 auto > manual conversion

[SS202]

Note: I've used the search feature and have looked around the forums manually but couldn't find an exact answer to the below... also I'm pretty sure I've whacked this question in the right section, but if not feel free to move it.

Just wondering, what parts are needed for a conversion of an auto VT V6 to a manual?

Would the plain VT V6 manual be the best bet (probably easiest), or would a totally different gearbox provide better ratios, fuel economy, 6th gear, conversion cost etc?

Roughly how much would I be looking at?

Still want the box to be fairly strong though as I'm getting a 4.2 stroker from COME.

Mucho thanko!

[dylanstone]

major thread dig bump, im interested in this as well