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btw if i do a manual conversion do i need to change anything to my papers?

Yes, you need to notify VicRoads. If your make/model came with that gearbox from factory (as is the case) that's I as far I know - no engineering, inspection etc. required. Can someone else confirm this though?

called them just now.they are gona get back to me.hopefully i will get the similar price.

@v28vx37.if you get a better quote from someone please let me know thanks.

No worries, will do. Let us know if you end up getting this done at Advanced and how you go.

they called me back and gave me the same quote as well.they said it will take 2 days.but they said there is no warranty or anything on the gearbox.i will get that done i guess just depends on how long it take to sell my r32.going to post it up tomorrow. hahah.

i am still not clear about the vicroads thing so i will call them and let you know.if u have any update plz pm me.thanks.

might be using 33 parts though?

though i understand its just the bell housing, ask if push/pull clutch.

My quote was with an R34 gearbox so I'd assume Deathvalley's is the same, but good to check.

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i think it is from a r34 not a r33.

the price breakdown actually was 1900 for the gearbox and he sais 700-800 for puting it on.but then i said i m not just geting a quote i m going to do it so give me a better price. he said its a bit negotiable.

so i m thinking 2400-2500.

but i saw a lot of gearboxes for sell for 1500 on ebay and gumtree and if labour costs 500-600 that should be a cheaper option.but i am not sure if that is good way to get this thing done.

what do you guys say?

... the price breakdown actually was 1900 for the gearbox and he sais 700-800 for puting it on. ...

I think you mean 1900 for the conversion kit, including the gearbox?

Keep in mind conversions are more than just bolting on a gearbox. Pedal box, clutch master and slave, ecu, dash trim etc.

Indeed, there's quite a few parts that are needed for this.

The lack of warranty is a concern, but then again it's a used box... Hmm. I wonder if anyone does gearbox inspections in Melb? More $$ again though but I'd really hate put a busted box in and pay for the box and labour twice.

It's really hard to inspect a gearbox beyond the drained oil and the feel of the box when driving. You can pull extension housing off, but most gearbox mechanics won't want to touch it further than that. They are one of those...once you pull it apart...you can upset it and create more problems/sounds than it had before. A thorough inspection would require you to replace the bearings and seals in it, i.e. essentially a recondition anyway.

Be wary that a lot of second hand boxes can have shockproof oil put in them, to silence cranky synchros etc.

It's really hard to inspect a gearbox beyond the drained oil and the feel of the box when driving. You can pull extension housing off, but most gearbox mechanics won't want to touch it further than that. They are one of those...once you pull it apart...you can upset it and create more problems/sounds than it had before. A thorough inspection would require you to replace the bearings and seals in it, i.e. essentially a recondition anyway.

Be wary that a lot of second hand boxes can have shockproof oil put in them, to silence cranky synchros etc.

Interesting, thanks for this tips. So there isn't much else one can do besides trusting the seller's word that it's a good condition box? What does a recondition cost?

the guy did tell me that if he puts in a gearbox and sees that its not in perfect condition he will straight away change it and put in a new one.but then again its not much of an assurance so i guess we just have to take the mechanics word for it.

Interesting, thanks for the update. I've sought quotes from a couple of other places but haven't heard back much, I don't think many workshops are overly keen on conversions...

If you decide to go ahead with it test and make sure all mechanical and electrical features work 100% after the conversion: ABS, TCS, VCT, custom tune, boost control, speedo, air con, alarm, low idle 800rpm, no warning lights in dash etc.

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@v28vx37 sure mate.i will keep you updated.if u get a better quote from some one else please also let me know.i put up my 32 for sell yesterday.hopefully it will sell so and i will be able to go forward with the conversion.

How'd you get on with this Deathvalley?

I called Advanced Jap Auto again this week and apparently they have recently sold their last conversion kit so back to the drawing board. I can't find anyone else in Melb who would do a drive-in-drive-out job, so I'm now thinking I'll need to collect the parts off eBay and/or forums and just get someone to do the install. Might save a couple of $ but more messy that way..

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