91 automatic to 6 speed conversion - need info
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Racer
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91 automatic to 6 speed conversion - need info
So I was thinking about doing a conversion over the winter on my 1991. Not sure if it will actually happen... but was looking for some feedback from people that have done a conversion. Is it a nightmare to do? Are there any computer issues I may run into? Is it worth the time an $$ involved? what exactly is involved/what are all the parts etc. needed besides the obvious.
Any info would be great!
Any info would be great!
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You'll have way to much in the car to ever sell it and at best with a swap done, you might get half of what it would bring factory, even with the slush box.
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I have done the swap on my 95. If I had used all stock parts I could have done it for less than $1500. I did not run into any issues. I had a lot of work into my car already, so selling it to buy a completely stock, wore out six speed car would have been stupid. If you have a nice car and can do quality work, theres no reason not to do the swap.
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I have done the swap on my 95. If I had used all stock parts I could have done it for less than $1500. I did not run into any issues. I had a lot of work into my car already, so selling it to buy a completely stock, wore out six speed car would have been stupid. If you have a nice car and can do quality work, theres no reason not to do the swap.
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if you have a D44 already you should be able to get everything for 15 to 1600. It is a lot of work and from it sounds like you like me have a lot invested already. I was able to get a "kit" for 1500 but did not like what the tunnel would look like so got a tunnel for a 6spd for 65.
It will take a lot of time and if you are considering any interior work it would be a good time for it also as you will need to remove the seats and carpet to do the tunnel work.
It will take a lot of time and if you are considering any interior work it would be a good time for it also as you will need to remove the seats and carpet to do the tunnel work.
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From: Marianna FL
Yes there is nothing original on this car I just put in a new 396ci stroked motor in and the car has 46k original miles. I don't plan on selling it since I have had it for 8years already and have done a ton of work to it. Where did you get your parts and what kind of power are you able to support with your set up?
thanks,
thanks,
There is a seller on ebay (fparts) that sells a lot of salvage parts and I had good luck with them for my dana 44 swap. I would recommend at least checking with them to source your parts.