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Which tranny are you planning on using?
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David B. SVXipedia @ SVX-IW.COM -- SVX Information Warehouse 2.0 coming...eventually! Ebony 1992 SVX LS-L 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro 187k miles RIP (Rust In Pieces) 1993 SVX 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro Polyurethane bushings still available! |
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I've got my fingers crossed!
Tomorrow morning we see if the new SVX runs. We've installed a used Canadian wiring harness in a US car (the old one was cut at the firewall), a used motor, an '03 WRX 5-speed. I used a Legacy drive shaft but I had it shortened about an inch.
If I can make a driver out of it (and I think I can) then I will have rescued one from the wreckers. I bought the car with no motor or working transmission. Wish me luck. I'll let you know. |
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Awesome! Hope it runs beautifully.
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David B. SVXipedia @ SVX-IW.COM -- SVX Information Warehouse 2.0 coming...eventually! Ebony 1992 SVX LS-L 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro 187k miles RIP (Rust In Pieces) 1993 SVX 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro Polyurethane bushings still available! |
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That's the most exciting part. I wish I could do it all over again for the first time.
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David B. SVXipedia @ SVX-IW.COM -- SVX Information Warehouse 2.0 coming...eventually! Ebony 1992 SVX LS-L 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro 187k miles RIP (Rust In Pieces) 1993 SVX 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro Polyurethane bushings still available! |
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Question to you guys with 5MTs
How on earth to you hang on to your driver's licenses?
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I actually drive a little more slowly with the 5MT. With the 4EAT, the car felt like it was meant to cruise at 100 mph. Its not quite like that with the 5MT because of the slightly higher rpms. Now it feels happier at 85-90 mph (but still happily goes to 130+ if requested).
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Mychailo :: 2006 Silver Mitsubishi Evolution 9, E85, 34 psi peak, 425wtq/505whp DJ :: 1995 Laguna Blue SVX L AWD 5MT (sold) Visit my locker SVX Mods: ND iridium spark plugs, Impreza RS fpr, afr tuned to 13.2:1 using a custom MAF bypass, custom exhaust, WRX 5MT w/ STi RA 1st-4th gear & stock WRX 5th gear, Exedy 13 lb flywheel & Sport Clutch, STi Group N tranny & engine mounts, urethane spacers in rear subframe, rear diff mounts, and pitch stopper, SVX Sport Strut Springs (185f/150r), custom 19 mm rear swaybar, urethane swaybar mounts, Rota Torque 17x8", 225/45-17 Proxes 4 tires, Axxis Deluxe Plus organic brake pads. |
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I have problems with controlling myself with the 6 speed. I tended to baby the 5 speed most of the time to try and keep it a little longer but the 6 speed sees some action jackson now.
Tom |
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She loves it.
It runs smooth and it shifts great. There’s no vibration anywhere. The motor has about 58,000 miles and the .03 WRX 5-Speed transmission has about 25,000 miles. It still needs some work but none of it is related to the swap. The guy who did the swap did a fantastic job.
But best of all, my wife loves it. Merry Christmas all. |
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David B. SVXipedia @ SVX-IW.COM -- SVX Information Warehouse 2.0 coming...eventually! Ebony 1992 SVX LS-L 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro 187k miles RIP (Rust In Pieces) 1993 SVX 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro Polyurethane bushings still available! |
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Anyway, just wanted to ask where you found your car, and more importantly, where you had the swap done. Was in done locally? I asked around and most people I talked to didn't want to touch it. Mister Transmission (on Pim) said they'd do it, without asking any questions or hesitation, and that kind of made me nervous. Anyway, I still haven't had the swap done, but if someone up there did it, maybe I can make the trek back this year to have it done...
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1992 LS-L Touring, Liquid Silver w/ Black, 110k mi. "Alice." Rebuilt title. Mods: WRX 6-CD changer, 17x8" Motegi LC-12 (16.5lbs), PWR rad, Perrin LCP, JDM v.8 6MT + R180, Koni + Ground Control (325f/280r), Earthworm Bushings. Awaiting resto. 1994 LSI The legendary "Shotgun Slade" 110k mi and still going strong! 2005 Outback XT Limited 5MT, Obsidian Black Pearl, 211k km, daily driver. 1999 Mazda MX5 base 5MT, Twilight Blue Metallic, 152k km. "Twilight Sparkle" Summer daily driver! 2007 Honda CR-V, some awful shade of light green *yawn* 1992 LS-L Touring, Ebony Mica, 176k kms. Parts car. SCRAPPED. 1992 LS-L, Dark Teal, 367k km. "Wintergreen" the winter beater.*SCRAPPED due to rust* |
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I hope you get your 5mt in soon, and someday I might too.
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Dan M. Barcelona Red '93 AE #073 of 301, 168k miles. |
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If ya feel like stopping down in the states for a week, I can do your 5 speed swap. I can even set you up at a hotel. PM me if you are interested
Tom |
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1992 LS-L Touring, Liquid Silver w/ Black, 110k mi. "Alice." Rebuilt title. Mods: WRX 6-CD changer, 17x8" Motegi LC-12 (16.5lbs), PWR rad, Perrin LCP, JDM v.8 6MT + R180, Koni + Ground Control (325f/280r), Earthworm Bushings. Awaiting resto. 1994 LSI The legendary "Shotgun Slade" 110k mi and still going strong! 2005 Outback XT Limited 5MT, Obsidian Black Pearl, 211k km, daily driver. 1999 Mazda MX5 base 5MT, Twilight Blue Metallic, 152k km. "Twilight Sparkle" Summer daily driver! 2007 Honda CR-V, some awful shade of light green *yawn* 1992 LS-L Touring, Ebony Mica, 176k kms. Parts car. SCRAPPED. 1992 LS-L, Dark Teal, 367k km. "Wintergreen" the winter beater.*SCRAPPED due to rust* |
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