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Old Mar 18, 2007 | 04:14 PM
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I know it seems crazy,but i would rather keep my 06 auto and convert it to a 6spd transmission,any information and how you would do this swap/parts or wiring needed?
Old Mar 18, 2007 | 04:19 PM
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Do you mean convert your auto into a 6-speed manual?

That costs about $5,000 when you start with a manual. Starting with an automatic would be much more expensive. You have to add the clutch pedal & hydraulics for starters.... it would probably be cheaper to sell your car and buy one with a manual, and then go from there.
Old Mar 18, 2007 | 04:23 PM
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whats the point?
Old Mar 18, 2007 | 04:25 PM
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Whats the deal with everyone wanting to convert an auto to a manual??
Old Mar 18, 2007 | 04:29 PM
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whats the point?
The only thing I can see is "fun factor." The autos are quite fast, just like the manuals. This has been discussed many times. If your rich then go for it I guess, but if you can afford to do the switch then why not trade the auto in for a manual....your loss should be less than the swap?

You bought a auto, you are stuck with it.....
Old Mar 18, 2007 | 04:30 PM
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... it would be better/easier to just trade in that car and get a manual for the $$ u will spend in the conversion.
Old Mar 18, 2007 | 06:06 PM
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I will just wait intill the last of the 07s are selling cheaper and trade in for a manual.I like the automatics but manuals are more fun to drive...I like to drive up curvy roads,all the time i want to downshift and power out of a corner..you can do it to the automatic but not sure if i will shorten the life of the transmission.
Old Mar 18, 2007 | 07:23 PM
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Since the new Explorer V8 uses the same engine the GT, how about putting the 6sp auto trans from the Explorer in the GT?
Old Mar 18, 2007 | 07:28 PM
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Hes lookin into convert the auto to a manual trans[:'(]
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