M6 to A4 Conversion
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M6 to A4 Conversion
Anyone have some info on swapping over from an M6 to an A4 ?
I'm looking for a parts list and a rough estimate on cost. The A4 hardware would have to support a minimum of 600 rwhp.
Thanks,
Mark
I'm looking for a parts list and a rough estimate on cost. The A4 hardware would have to support a minimum of 600 rwhp.
Thanks,
Mark
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From: Springfield VA
You do better selling the car and getting one already setup with auto. I have had to talk people out of this with F-Bodys all the time. When you get done it will lose vaule and cost more then it is worth.
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I'm not interested in selling my car. The amount of labor involved in tearing apart my engine (heads, cam, etc) plus the TT's along with everything else would be entirely too much work.
Are there any shops that sell conversion kits?
Mark
Are there any shops that sell conversion kits?
Mark
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There were 2 or 3 forum members who recently converted their cars over to manuals and were trying to sell there automatic parts, try a search in the for sale section I know I saw some stuff there in the last month or 2.
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From: Suffolk, Long Island NY
Originally Posted by STA-BLK
I will swap you all of mine for your m6.No questions asked.Wanna make a mod weekend out of it?
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Mark,
I just completed an A4 to MN6 swap and have the parts you need. My car is an '02 Coupe with only 11K miles. Parts required:
trans, torque converter, torque tube, wiring harnesses, pedal assembly
You will still need the trans cooler lines and an auto radiator (unless you want to go with a separate cooler- recommended). I also have a 3.15 rear diff if needed.
Gordon
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I just completed an A4 to MN6 swap and have the parts you need. My car is an '02 Coupe with only 11K miles. Parts required:
trans, torque converter, torque tube, wiring harnesses, pedal assembly
You will still need the trans cooler lines and an auto radiator (unless you want to go with a separate cooler- recommended). I also have a 3.15 rear diff if needed.
Gordon
ABQ, NM
glphillipsnm@comcast.net
gordon.phillips@kirtland.af.mil
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That you all for the info.
I'm not ready for the swap (more to consider when my Exedy dies) I'm just trying to get a feel for what will be involved should I decide to do the conversion.
For the people who asked Why .. You reach a certain power point (around ~600 rwhp ) where the M6 starts to become a liability, especially when drag racing.
Cheers,
Mark
I'm not ready for the swap (more to consider when my Exedy dies) I'm just trying to get a feel for what will be involved should I decide to do the conversion.
For the people who asked Why .. You reach a certain power point (around ~600 rwhp ) where the M6 starts to become a liability, especially when drag racing.
Cheers,
Mark
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Originally Posted by mdhmi
That you all for the info.
I'm not ready for the swap (more to consider when my Exedy dies) I'm just trying to get a feel for what will be involved should I decide to do the conversion.
For the people who asked Why .. You reach a certain power point (around ~600 rwhp ) where the M6 starts to become a liability, especially when drag racing.
Cheers,
Mark
I'm not ready for the swap (more to consider when my Exedy dies) I'm just trying to get a feel for what will be involved should I decide to do the conversion.
For the people who asked Why .. You reach a certain power point (around ~600 rwhp ) where the M6 starts to become a liability, especially when drag racing.
Cheers,
Mark
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Originally Posted by mdhmi
That you all for the info.
I'm not ready for the swap (more to consider when my Exedy dies) I'm just trying to get a feel for what will be involved should I decide to do the conversion.
For the people who asked Why .. You reach a certain power point (around ~600 rwhp ) where the M6 starts to become a liability, especially when drag racing.
Cheers,
Mark
I'm not ready for the swap (more to consider when my Exedy dies) I'm just trying to get a feel for what will be involved should I decide to do the conversion.
For the people who asked Why .. You reach a certain power point (around ~600 rwhp ) where the M6 starts to become a liability, especially when drag racing.
Cheers,
Mark
Just an idea for you.
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I also started a couple of threads on several forums about the new A6, and what would be involved. I really would love to have that tranny in an FRC. 
I know it may not be as consistant as the A4, but I would love screwing around with the paddle. 
(not while racing of course) DTE also builds I believe four different stage auto's. If anyone is interested I will post a link to these other threads/forums.
I know it may not be as consistant as the A4, but I would love screwing around with the paddle. (not while racing of course) DTE also builds I believe four different stage auto's. If anyone is interested I will post a link to these other threads/forums.
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From: Lafayette Colorado
Originally Posted by BLOWNZO6
I was reading somewhere that there is company working on a 4L80E swap for these cars. I would strongly recommend waiting for that swap instead of using the 4L60E, even with the 65 parts inside, it is no where close to having the strength of a 4L80. They are damn near bulletproof when they are stock.
Just an idea for you.
Just an idea for you.
Keith
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Originally Posted by kromberg
ttt for the 4L80E info 
Keith
Keith
I am quite sure I saw it here somewhere on the forum.
Would be the ticket if someone can get it work though.
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Originally Posted by BLOWNZO6
Just saw this.. I don't know the company name..
I am quite sure I saw it here somewhere on the forum.
Would be the ticket if someone can get it work though.
I am quite sure I saw it here somewhere on the forum.
Would be the ticket if someone can get it work though.
hows this sound?
darton block and heads and 4l80e!!! OMG 25 psi and reliable,
well one problem rear hrmmm maybe new z06 would help.
