016 Tranny in 90q20v?

[Huw Powell]

> I've heard of people putting 016 trannies in 80 and 90 models.  What is
> involved in putting a 016 in a 90q20v?  Do you just have to install a
> compatible pilot bearing in the crankshaft and use 5ktq or similar flywheel
> or is there more or am I way off-base?  Please advise.

you also need to swap center driveshafts (with one from a 4kq) as they
are different length.

you'll have to rig up an actuation system for the center diff lock.

then the shifter linkage will need to be worked out, since the t*rsen
box has a nice simple gear changing rod, whereas the 016 is a little
more complicated.  I think Nate has patched in the shift lever housing
from a 5kq, I suppose 4kq sheet metal might work too.

In other words, no, it is not just a "bolt in" job.

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Huw Powell

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