Where to find a used 6mt?

 

AutoTrader.com
Edit: or are you just looking for the transmission?

 

Im planning to swap AT for MT

I kno a lot of people have done it to the RSX's so why not the TSX? looking for a used one, maybe under 10k miles on it, and then swappin that bad boy out without killing my pockets..

 

You should just change cars but if you're still into it, you're going to need a lot of parts, not just a transmission.

Off the top of my head, you're going to need:
1) the tranny (obv.)
2) everything related to the clutch system (MC, pedals, etc)
3) ECU
4) MT gauge cluster
5) shift linkages, knob, etc.
6) center console parts like the shift boot.

 

Ouch, looks like an expensive and timely project. Is it not worth it to trade in your AT for a used MT? If you're doing this I think you should look on eBay or local acura dealers?

 

a totalled tsx should have those parts available right? Its a lot of work yes.. but trading the car in for a MT is just too much money, unless i find myself a used one... Im really considering the swap tho.

 

You must have money to burn. All AT owners take notice, people are willing to go through all this trouble to get a 6mt.

 

TSX isnt a 64 Mustang.... You cant just drop out a the tranny, bolt a new one on and cut a hole for the clutch petal... theres way too much electronics ect in there, and other stuff, I love driving a stick too, and i have the SS TSX...SS is far from a stick but Its not terrable....and if u must have a stick it really makes more sence to Swap in ur AT for a MT at a dealer...
Think about it further down the road even... how the heck are u gonna sell a 5AT made into a 6MT... the papers will show the original transmission, and if I can look around a little more and find plenty of 6MT's... I sure as hell wouldnt buy one that had that much work done in that sence... spend the money on some other stuff then if u have it to burn...the LSD mod sounds great...Comptech superchargers comming out reasionably soon i belive....thats gonna be one hell of a mod

 

YOU ARE CRAZY! rep points ur way..

 

Let me share my personnal experience with you.

I did an AT to MT swap in my 95 Accord. I was a hell of a complicated job to do. I got it done professionally, with a warranty that went along with it.

Still, it cost me an arm and an eyeball just in parts, and there were quite some adaptations to be done. For example, we found out that the firewall was different from an AT to an MT car, even though the model was exactly the same. Thus, the clutch pedal was clinging to nothing.

And the reliability of the project, once done, was pretty much

So, unless you really have a will of iron at doing this, DON'T GET INTO IT IF YOU DON'T KNOW EXACTLY WHAT YOU'RE DOING!!

Even though you'll lose a lot of equity, still trade in cars. You'll be winning in the long run.

That is, if you absolutely have to do the swap.

 

The only reason to do a swap is the bragging rights of doing it - in the long run there's no way you can come out ahead financially vs. a trade.

 

oh hell no. you're crazy dude.

you'll end up spending more money than you will lose if you just trade it in.

if you start prcing out the parts, you'll see. plus if you buy a used tranny, who knows if the clutch or synchros are blown. if you buy a new tranny from acura, the price is out the roof.

trade it in if you're really that intent on getting a 6MT, otherwise, you'll just be wasting your time and your money.

this thread should be called "AT TSX Drivers Who Wished They Had 6MT UNITE!"

 

I remember couple months ago, there was a thread that some dude asking should he pay $2K to trade in his AT TSX for a 6MT and I think he made a very smart choice.

 

But trying to swap trannies will end up costing you more....

 

Yeah...it's just a black-hole for your money to do this. If you're really that interested in throwing your money away, just mail it to me.

 

But the AT is so cool

 

5AT

 

it might have been tsex on 19s. he almost traded in his car for a 6MT ABP 2005.

he never did tho. crazy kids have too much money to spend.

 

you HAD to start this thread.

 

Trade up, man!

 

Yer nuts. Just find a used 6mt out there and maybe you can trade for it.

 

I think Tsex on 19's thinking he's got money locked up in his current car in the form of how many mods he already has on it, and now, in the middle of the project, is second guessing his car, but again, doesn't want to have the hassle of swapping his car back to stock to trade in, and then having to redo all the mods on the new car. I had the same dilemma with my CRX. I had a very nice 1990 CRX Si with mods up the arse, it was a fast machine as it was, and the engine swap that was the next step would have made it a screamer. But in the middle of the project, my life changed a bit and a two-seater is no longer a feasible car for work. I need a sedan. So, I sold my CRX Si instead of cutting and welding the body to make room for two more doors and the corresponding rear seats from a 1990 ex civic sedan. j/k

I used the money to buy myself a $500.00 winter beater (1989 CRX DX) and start a TSX savings account. In the spring I will purchase my 2005 ABP 6MT w/Navi TSX and begin my modding anew.

Tsex, I understand your wavering, but I would rethink everything to yourself here. As I understand it, you've done a bit to your car. You plan on turboing as soon as a kit comes out for the TSX. IMHO Autos are a decent mate for a turbo, as there is no re-spooling between gears, because there is no clutch. If you really feel you absolutely need a MT, the very best way to go is to remove all the mods from your current car and trade it back in for a MT, and put everything back on the new car. A lot of work, but a lot less work AND money than going ahead and trying to make your AT an MT.

Just my ,your car is awesome the way it is, I'm sure you bought the auto for a reason when you originally picked up the car, be happy with it, and make the most of it.

 

 

And STFU Clutchperformer

 

I got the MT with everyone telling me that I'll get sick of driving it later on. Well I know one this is that this is the choice I made with the car. If I let their advice get to me I'll start regretting it. Find some other ATers to reinforce your decision, then you'll feel better about it.

Think of it this way, to me the TSX could be a entry luxury car or a sport sedan. You just made it a bit more luxury by having a AT, I made it more sport by having MT. They don't make MT s500's and they don't make AT s2000's

 

Thanx guys.. I needed to come down to earth.. lol I was talking to some guy who did it in his RSX for about 700 bucks.. Basically, if you got the hook ups, then the job isnt as hard to do. I personally dont have the hook up, but can get my hands on people who do. So, ill leave this project for another time.. Somewhere down the life of my TSX.. lol I WILL SWAP IT.. i jus dont wanna go thru the hasstle of taking everything off and putting it back on, and etc. Anyways whateva.. I'll leave this idea alone for a bit, and save some money. I have some ideas for the car i wanna make happen over this winter break. Wish me luck.

 

TSEX:

It was me, and it was for $1500. I did do the trade, and I missed my 5AT for about two seconds. The dealer was VERY cool to do the trade for that amount, but talk to them, and see what they can do. I don't know where you live, or if you have a choice of dealers, but some may have the perception that an auto tranny is more valuable than a manual. Good luck, whatever you do, but for the love DO NOT DO THE SWAP. Live with the benefits of the 5AT and your decision, or trade in your car. Weren't you considering a G35?

 

yeah. i am starting to part out the car right now. actually looking at the 350Z. since the G35 is gunna be a bit too expensive. I'll let u guys know what happens.

 

I Love my AT!!!

 

i can understand y he wants the swap ..
cuz whether how many mods u put into AT it wont kick MT's ass except SC or turobo
but .. AT is cool anyway ~

 

The Z is a fine choice, but you lose the backseat and a few other things. They are discontinuing the G35 next year to give the Z a chance to sell. It is a much better value to get the G. Also, once you add in all the extras that come with the G to the Z, it is within a few $K or almost even, depending on the dealer. With a car as fast as the Z, you definitely want the extra stuff like traction control, etc. Go to a used lot that is willing to do the the legwork on a used G35 coupe. Go back two model years and save yourself ten grand. Remember the G is not going to hold its value quite as well as the TSX, as sweet as that car is. You are going to mod the ish out of it ayway, why do you care about the warranty? Think about putting that ten G's into a used G, i.e. twin turbo. Nothing on the road will have a chance against that thing, except maybe a 6MT Comptech Supercharged TSX.

BTW did you say you are parting out your TSX? Are you returning it to factory in order to trade it in, or parting out the whole thing?

 

Lets see some reputable sources and proof of this.

 

The G has nothing to do with the Z other than a shared background.

 

im curious as to where you got this info as well...

 

Maybe my source is full of ish, but the Infiniti Sales Manager told me this. Maybe it is privileged information, but why would he lie? The Z and the G are both good cars, but for the money, the G is a much better deal. All he said was that the sales of the Z had been lower than projected, and Nissan felt that it was in part because of the success with the G35. They want to give the Z an opportunity to shine. Maybe the markup on the Z is higher. All I know is the new Anniversary Edition Z is like $36K and has close to what the G35 coupe has at around $37K. Almost all the other models are inferior as far as amenities goes. If I were Infiniti, I would have a bit of a price difference between the two. This is just my opinion but I think the G crushes the Z...it is also more marketable since it has a back seat. Just my

One other thing this dealer mentioned was that Nissan was developing the G35 replacement, which would come out in 2008 or so, and have a pricetag of over $50K.

Maybe we need a poll.....Z vs. G same options, same price. You know my vote....TSX, then G, then Z.

 

my vote, TSX 6mt, Z 6mt, G35 6mt, the Z is a really nice car, the fact it has no backseats really sucks, but its not meant for a family. Its a sports car. And the G35 isnt all that, It's a bit overpriced. One who pays 37K for a G35 or Z is nuts, cause I know some people who paid 27 for there Z, and with the rest of the money, customized it.

 

I dunno, getting rid of the G would be pretty big news. I doubt a sales guy is going to know more then the rest of the world.

And besides, why the hell would you get rid of a car thats doing well???

A replacement for the G35 will be over 50K??? Um, no...

 

Call me nutz, I'd pay it for a G35. Affording it would be another question

 

i'd rather have a g35. it looks better.

mmmm i can see it already.

white g35 w/ 19" gold volks and teins.

[ does that color combo sound familiar? ]

 

Thats has to be the official "JDM color combo" cause every import fan wants that color. Personally I like to stand out a bit more, the white and the Gold looks really clean tho.. jus look at trout mans car.