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Old 04-27-2010, 08:43 PM   #57 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by rmay635703 View Post
Too bad there wouldn't be a cheaper way of just regearing an existing autotragic or 5sp with an all around taller final gearset.
There are actually several options.

1) taller 5th gear (easy install, just remove side cover)Bora Parts About $300

2) Taller final drive (requires disassembly of transmission, often done when upgrading differential). About $600

3) Get a 5 speed hacked in to a 6 speed About $2000 for the conversion.

4) Buy a 6 speed swap About $2000 used ($4000 new) and sell 5 speed.

I would have done option #1 if a) I didn't tow regularly and b) I didn't use 5th all the time in town.
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Last edited by dremd; 04-27-2010 at 09:24 PM.. Reason: added "and"
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