Transmission went out.need input on options
03-01-2011, 07:07 AM
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I was talking to a local transmission shop and was quoted 1400-1700 for everything parts/labor, with 2 year 36k warranty on both parts and labor...so idk might stick with the 5speed
03-01-2011, 07:17 AM
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Most likely they're only replacing 3rd/4th cluster gear, 3rd driven gear, and maybe a bearing or two.
You get what you pay for....
03-01-2011, 09:40 AM
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Not sure what mileage you have, but if the tranny is opened, don't forget syncros. And I have to admit, I'm with Paul@dbtuned. I really don't know the reputation of your transmission shop, but something sounds not complete.
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03-01-2011, 10:42 AM
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It's all about jumping on a deal when you find it. I got an entire swap for $3400 off here and there was a Jdm 6mt swap on here not to long ago. I feel kind of silly pulling a working 5mt and putting the 6mt behind an unmodifyed 2.0 but **** it!
03-01-2011, 10:46 AM
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Yeah, ill see...I'm saving up, these things aren't cheap. I'm going to vegas later on this month and gamble maybe I can win something lol...Ebay has some good stuff! Jdm 6 speed with diff and axles for 3700, not bad! But comes from Canada so shipping is like 250-300 or more. Either way paul will most likely be hearing from me in the future, I've always wanted to go to Db tuned nows a good time
03-01-2011, 12:14 PM
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I think he sublets them out still but its true you get what you pay for. I did a six speed swap and never heard it and it whines. but it still has not broke with 400whp!!!!! paul does good work have him do it if your staying 5-speed...
03-30-2011, 05:31 PM
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Got a 6speed! With brembos,diff.....etc. Looking forward to get this thing installed...now just need rear suspension,clutch and flywheel and 5x114 rims!
