Re: [DML] Converting AUTOMATIC to MANUAL

[wingd2@xxxx]

In a message dated 10/20/02 8:00:14 PM Central Daylight Time, 
malevy@xxxx writes:


> From the discussions I have had, it is not all that complex. (But that does 
> not make it easy!)
> 
> 
> The process of swapping the trans will require modification to the frame 
> where the shifter bolts in. From what I am told, you need to cut the frame 
> to allow the 5-speed shifter to fit. It is mounted lower in the frame than 
> the automatic so you will need to come up with a way to bolt it in using 
> spacers once the metal is cut away.
> 
> 

Marc,

You are correct about the swap not being that complex, altho acquiring all 
the different parts required can be rather expensive. Your comment about 
swapping the shifters is backwards tho. The 5 speed shifter assembly sits 
higher up in the frame then the automatic assembly. The 5 speed shifter 
assembly also sits in a different location (front/back - left/right) inside 
the frame then the auto, altho it is still within the opening in the frame 
which houses the shifter assembly. The 5 speed shifter assembly also has a 
different frame mounting pattern then the auto unit. You are correct that the 
opening for the auto shifter is much smaller then the 5 speed unit and it 
must be opened up to accept the 5 speed assembly.
All that being said, just take some measurements, make some 
spacers/adapters, open up the hole in the frame and swap in the 5 speed 
shifter assembly. Oh, and I almost forgot, you also need to layout and make 
another hole in the shifter area back plate to install the crossgate cable. 
And this is the easy part of doing the 5 speed swap !

Marty 


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