Can you replace an automatic transmission with a manual?
If you’re converting an automatic to manual, you could come across some seemingly impossible obstacles. However, the aftermarket has kept pace, and restoration specialists can offer complete clutch linkage kits for swapping a stick where an automatic once lived.
What is needed for a manual transmission swap?
In order to install a manual transmission into a car that currently has an automatic, you’ll also need a new clutch, flywheel, shift assembly, and pedal assembly. Unfortunately, even the brake pedal of your existing pedal assembly isn’t compatible and will need to be replaced.
How much does it cost to switch from automatic to manual transmission?
The cost to do this type of swap can vary greatly as well, however, you can expect to pay anywhere from $1,000 to $3,000 for parts and labor to get the job done.
How much does a manual conversion cost?
It depends on what vehicle and what manual transmission. In general, on a rear wheel drive vehicle, swapping out the auto for a stock style manual isn’t terrible. Stock manual transmission assemblies can run anywhere from $1000 to $2000 on common vehicles. Removal and replace usually takes between 5 and 8 hours.
How hard is it to manual swap a car?
You will need to cut the firewall, fit and mount all of those components. You will need a new shifter assembly and all of the linkages that go with it. Routing them in/through/around the interior of the car is very difficult and will require disassembling much of the interior of the car.
How difficult is a transmission swap?
The swap itself isn’t too difficult if you have some basic mechanical ability. I did an auto to manual swap about 10 years ago and it’s still running great to this day. Overall I would say a GS-R transmission is the best since it is good for both NA or forced induction applications.
Are transmission swaps illegal?
DONT WORRY, THEY AREN’T THAT BAD! Even in California, many automotive enthusiasts believe it is against the law to perform engine swaps. The basic intent of the California engine change laws is that when you do an engine swap, the new engine/transmission cannot pollute more than the original engine/transmission.