Auto to manual transmission swap question So this might be a stupid question but I really want to drive a manual car but my car's a automatic and I really don't want to buy a new car because I like mine. So I've been thinking if it's possible doing a transmission swap, from what I heard it's possible. I was wondering where can I get this done and how much is the process to do that including everything? Cheers! |
First of all what is your car.. |
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not worth. |
Sell it and buy the same model in manual. You'll probably come out ahead too |
Sell it and buy a em1 sir |
seriously, not very worth it unless you are mechanically inclined, can get the parts for very cheap and have some time on your hands. its definitely doable. you basically need a donor tranny and alot of associated parts. basically a d16y8 tranny is your best option. [FAQ] 96-00 Auto to Manual Swap in full detail!! (44pics) - Honda-Tech |
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If you just get used parts, machine the flywheel and get a clutch kit and ISB, you'd probably be into it for around $600+. Many would opt to use a new clutch master, slave, mounts, flywheel bolts, shifter bushings, etc. So you'd be into it for around $2k, easily more. A quick CL search shows that auto and manual EK sedans are about the same value. You could sell yours and buy a manual without spending much, if anything. |
I would expect well-beyond $1k in labour to do an a-to-m swap at Garage 5. In fact, I bet the final bill would be between $3000-3500. I recall it being about $4000 on a prelude. It is a complete waste of cash. The 3 reasonable alternatives are: learn to do it yourself, sell the auto and buy a manual, or learn to live with the auto. |
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I had GarageFive do a 5speed swap on my 97 Prelude a very long time ago. If I remember correctly, I paid about 1300 for parts, some new and some used And I think it was 1500 for labour at GarageFive? I can't remember of the top of my head, I'll have to find the invoice and double check but roughly 3K for the entire conversion. Here is all of the information from a swap: http://vancouverpreludeclub.net/phpB...c.php?f=7&t=25 I wouldn't do this again. I think its best to sell the car and purchase the same model, better model or different vehicle in manual. Hope this helps Cheers Mike |
If you have a friend who can help I would recommend doing it your self. It might take at longer than a shop would, but it will be a great learning experience. Like everyone else said it's not worth doing it, UNLESS you're doing it your self. Sell the car and buy a manual one. You can easily find manual civcs. They're dime a dozen |
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Budget at least $3k for a FWD Honda swap, hell I'd budget $3,500 if you're not finding the parts yourself and you might be surprised with it coming in under budget, but I wouldn't count on it. |
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