[V8] Manual tranny needs rebuild

[S Dewitt]

If you can't afford a 6 speed then you probably can't afford a rebuild. Many
of the V8 5speed internals are unique to the 5 speed so parts are extremely
expensive and many have been discontinued. Figure about 9-11 hours benchtime
for a experienced transmission mechanic to complete the work. Last I checked
syncros were 180.00 each. If you need a gear that will set you back about
500 bucks. A pinion bearing runs some ridiculous amount like 500.00.

BTW the gears (1st through 3rd) are wider so using others from an 016 box
may not work.

When audi offered a rebuilt box for that car it cost 11,000 bucks. Both new
and rebuild 5 speed tranmssions from audi are now discontinued.

Used boxes tend to run between 1000 and 1500.



Scott DeWitt
Advanced Automotion
817-939-6761
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Thomas Barbera" <barberat at yahoo.com>
To: <v8 at audifans.com>
Sent: Sunday, September 12, 2004 4:42 PM
Subject: [V8] Manual tranny needs rebuild


> Well fellow v8 fans, the 5spd manual in my '91 v8 is
> on its way out.  2nd gear synchro is going and I'm not
> sure how much longer it will last.  Anyone have any
> suggestions?  Where can I get this thing rebuilt?  I
> would consider a 6spd 01E but they are out of my price
> range.  I can't seem to find a shop that will touch my
> tranny.  I'm located in Pittsburgh, PA.  I would do it
> myself, but I don't know where to get the parts.  If
> any one has any suggestions, I would love to hear from
> them.  Thanks.
>
> Tom B.
> '91 V8 5spd
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