6-spd conversion for SC400?
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The V160 is the Tonka tough 6 speed trans that comes in the MKIV Supra. It's one of the best transmissions ever put into a sports car.
The R154 is a 5 speed that went into mant Toyota trucks, and a few cars.
Eric
The R154 is a 5 speed that went into mant Toyota trucks, and a few cars.
Eric
The R154 is a transmission that a few 1JZ compatible cars were built with (Soarer, Chaser, MKIII Supra.)
I didn't know someone was building turbo manifolds for the UZ engines. This is gonna get interesting.
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It could get interesting, no doubt. The best part is that the manifolds are built to be flexible meaning that either twin or a large single can be run. We're building it for guys who don't mind getting their hands dirty.
I believe that the V160, along with a GS rear end would be the perfect combo for the 1uz. The car would be a whole lot snappier with a 6 speed rather than a slushy auto.
Eric
I believe that the V160, along with a GS rear end would be the perfect combo for the 1uz. The car would be a whole lot snappier with a 6 speed rather than a slushy auto.
Eric
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yeah, thats what im thinking... so how do i get my hands on this v160 transmission? what else do i need? do i need that adapter kit and clutch kit that c0wboy sells? and what about a drive shaft? and what rear diff do i need?
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Off the top of my head, it looks like you've got a good handle on what's needed. You'll need a driveshaft and preferably a GS400 rear end with the 3.26 ratio. Those are inexpensive. A new clutch master cylinder, pedals, 5 speed console, etc. With our adapter the hard part is done. We can provide an adapter that lets you bolt the transmission directly to the V8, and a clutch kit that is also 100% bolt on.
Thanks again,
Eric
Thanks again,
Eric
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We have the Sc400/V160 adpaters ready to go right now, and have less than 15 to go around.
Eric
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We should have some pics coming up later this week assuming that the CNC stainless V-bands arrive. MVP will be running a group buy as soon as we have pics of the manifolds in the car and on the motor.
Eric
Eric