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Old 10-11-2010, 09:40 PM
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Default Automatic to Manual conversion? =\

Uhm, is it possible? I have a 2008 v6, automatic. It was a graduation present, so I had absolutely no voice in the decision. I would LOVE to have a manual. If it is possible, what all would be needed? And what would be an estimate of a price? I've seen on ebay where you can get a GT transmission for roughly $2,000...so I'm assuming the v6 wouldn't be near as much? I'm a noobie, needing all the help and answers I can get. Thanks guys.
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Old 10-11-2010, 10:35 PM
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its alot of work but if you got the extra cash/time, why dont you just get a tuner and cai itll wake up that whip
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Old 10-11-2010, 10:51 PM
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I'd say unless you were doing an engine swap as well, it's just not worth it. As you would have to change trannys anyway. The price gets way above that $2K transmission on ebay real quick. I've talked to a mechanic friend recently who has experience with this such thing, he said at best 6-10K.
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Old 10-11-2010, 11:05 PM
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if u can talk ur parents into it just look around for a manny and try and trade it in or sell it, because u wont take as big of a hit cash wise as doign the conversion yourself. if thats not a feasible option, get a tune and a CAI to make up for some of it
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Old 10-11-2010, 11:09 PM
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My vote is to drive it or trade it.
Too many issues involved in the transformation.
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Old 10-11-2010, 11:22 PM
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Yeah I will have to agree with the posts above, its not worth switching out the tranny, if you can't trade the car, go with a tune, it will make the tranny shift way better.
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Old 10-12-2010, 06:42 AM
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Yeah trading is no option. Thanks guys.
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Old 10-12-2010, 11:07 AM
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I would check on availability of shift kits for your tranny.
Be very careful w/ shift kit install and break in; else you could be in for an overhaul.
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