Crayzieap

Hey, I am new to this forum. Just convinced my pops to get the 2006 gt coupe premium in satin silver. But I have a few questions:

First is I was wondering how much (or how extensive) is the job would be to covert an automatic transmission back to a manual one? The reason is after I am done with college (hopefully in 2-3 years), I told my dad I would buy the car off of him. That means I would like to convert it back to a manual. Just wondering what the head up costs are... thanks


Second, what are some of the modifications you would start adding to a stock car. Remember, it can range from anything from general improvements to the car looks or performance.

Thanks for your times. Can't wait to see some of the bad **** mods you guys have already done.

Herknav

I don't think your going to "convert" the tranny to a manual. I think you have to put a completely new tranny on.

First mods? I think if you ask yourself what you want out of the car, that is a good place to start. If you are looking to bump up the performance, alot of folks go with a CAI and a handheld tuner as a first mod. Very easy to install and use. If your looking for sound, the axelbacks are easy to replace. For looks? There are a couple chin spoilers out, as well as a variety of different spoilers. There are also several body kits. You can get new wheels and rubber to go with, as well as lowering springs. Tint is pretty popular as well.

Really, just do some research and I think you will find a flavor you like...

QuickShortBus

It would be cost prohibitive to swap an existing automatic for a manual in one of these cars. My guess is it would require the body control module and engine computer to be replaced, parts of the wiring harness would probably need to be replaced, interior shifter bezel, obviously the transmission, clutch, flywheel, pedal assembly and shifter would be required.

No one that I know of has attempted this yet, most likely it would cost more than it is worth and if you can't do the work you might as well double the price.

W1ldcat

Sell it and buy what you want would be the best thing to do. That way it will look good and work right and be factory..

rex7010

Or change the rear end gears and give the auto trans a try.. they are not that bad...

some of the road races even buy the auto trans cars just for that reason..


Rex