Auto box died

eb91xr6 · 04-09-2006, 01:17 PM

hey guys

my auto box has died in my fairmont. i got a quate on fixing it and they said a grand. has anyone in adelaide done a manual convertion as i think it would be cheeper. any idea on how much it will cost and wheres the best place to go to get the convertion

niko · 04-09-2006, 01:22 PM

you can pickup 2nd hand autos for cheaper than a manual conversion

XRated · 04-09-2006, 01:23 PM

The cheapest option would be a second-hand auto. If you want to go manual, to do it properly you'll need: T5, pedal box, new bearings/bushes, clutch, new clutch cable, flywheel (and machined), trans fluid and I highly recommend the correct ECU. If you plan on getting someone else to do it, add in the cost of a day or two labour - they're relatively easy to change yourself though. The problem with either option is you won't know how good the box is and how much life is left in it.

With a rebuild at least you get a warranty and know the parts are new. If you do consider that, I suggest a hi-stall to get it off the line better.

Dezza · 04-09-2006, 01:26 PM

I've seen manual conversion kits for around $500. I've also seen some very shabby looking EAs with good condition T5s for sale for about $200. If I was going to use that method, I'd give it a test drive to see what condition the T5 is in first. I want to convert the EA to manual, as my auto is well on it's way to needing a rebuild, and I want a manual. My S5 solenoid is stuffed, and it seems to suffer from a flared upshift. You'd need some help with the conversion, and would be costly if done by a mechanic, but I'm sure some e-series members would be willing to help for a bit of beer.

eb91xr6 · 04-09-2006, 01:54 PM

well i rang the wreakers and they said 1000 for a t5 out of a xr6 fullconvertion with ecu and a 3.45lsd diff and tailshaft. is that a good price

5L · 04-09-2006, 01:58 PM

that sounds decent ive been quoted around 600 just for the diff

eb91xr6 · 04-09-2006, 02:00 PM

its probly coz im getting the gearbox too

XRated · 04-09-2006, 02:01 PM

That's a bloody good price! Get off the damn forums and go get it!!!!

5L · 04-09-2006, 02:02 PM

are they doing the conversion for you included in that price

snypereb · 04-09-2006, 02:05 PM

Convert to manual its better than an auto! You can do it yourself aswell!

eb91xr6 · 04-09-2006, 03:55 PM

yer thats doing it myself, dads going to pay half so have to wait for him to come home before i can get it but it looks like the old girls going to be manual

eb91xr6 · 04-09-2006, 04:11 PM

anyone in SA that knows what there doing and i can suplie beer and help. as iv never done it before

efgiar · 04-09-2006, 05:33 PM

if u get me a plane ticket and accomodation for a weekend ill come up and do it for ya :P

Christiaan · 04-09-2006, 06:33 PM

I have a second hand 4 speed for sale, for $350. only done 200,000 kays, and always serviced.

Don't forget the hidden costs with a manual conversion.

Machine flywheel
New clutch
etc

It always works out roughly double what you expect.

needfordspeed · 04-09-2006, 06:42 PM

But manual is also double the fun! Definitely worth it IMO.

eb91xr6 · 04-09-2006, 10:36 PM

what am i looking at $$$ for a full convertion after iv got the full convertion from the wreakers

Christiaan · 04-09-2006, 11:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eb91xr6

what am i looking at $$$ for a full convertion after iv got the full convertion from the wreakers

Ok, you have a couple of options:

Buy the conversion, put in the second hand clutch, thurst bearing, cable, etc, and see how it goes. Then you get away with it for $850 including the diff, or whatever.

You can save $100 by not using a clutch pin from mal wood, and changing the pedal box yourself, from auto to manual pedal box.

Or, do it the right way/faster way:

- Clutch pin from mal wood , $100
- New 6 bolt clutch , $300-400
- New clutch cable (they stretch) , $70
- 6 bolt flywheel from an EBII > (Better clutch) , ~$100
- Machine flywheel , $40

The 6 bolt flywheel may come with the conversion, depending on if you get an EBII > conversion.

eb91xr6 · 05-09-2006, 05:08 PM

- Clutch pin from mal wood , $100
where would i get one of them from

- New clutch cable (they stretch)
is that a must or can i just do the full convertion and replace these things when i have abit more money like a heavy duity clutch

mcflux · 05-09-2006, 05:26 PM

Quote:

- Clutch pin from mal wood , $100
where would i get one of them from

From Mal Wood ;) http://www.malwoodauto.com.au/

eb91xr6 · 05-09-2006, 05:56 PM

that dosnt help much

where in SA

EASPRINT · 05-09-2006, 06:10 PM

I can freight a T5 over there for ya. lol

eb91xr6 · 05-09-2006, 06:13 PM

yer if its cheep and a full convertion and a malwood pin

Christiaan · 05-09-2006, 06:21 PM

lol, dude, stop smoking the gunjah.

Mal wood pin is available from mal wood, they SEND it to you.

The T5 from eapsrints car will not be the full conversion.

I'd recommend getting a replacement auto, or your car sounds like it'll be off the road for a fair while before it's a manual.

I'll freight a BTR over to you, $350 + freight.

eb91xr6 · 05-09-2006, 08:50 PM

i wont be doing to convertion myself, i have already orginized a mate to do it for me for a small cost but i have to suplie every thing he said it takes about 2 days to do but the malwood pin saves alot of time.

+ the falcons only my weekend car i have my daily too so off the road is no issue

eb91xr6 · 06-09-2006, 04:35 PM

ok i will be getting my manual convertion from the wreskers they need 2 days to take it out so will have it this weekend, any one want to help me put it in who knows what there doing.

eb91xr6 · 06-09-2006, 09:03 PM

any one want to help for a carton of beer

Christiaan · 06-09-2006, 11:16 PM

I would if you were in Victoria..

eb91xr6 · 07-09-2006, 10:19 AM

any one in SA willing to pick you up in my daily and drop you home