tranny swap: auto-6spd

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09-18-2003, 07:40 PM

RR32CLS

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tranny swap: auto-6spd

how complicated is it to tranny swap from auto to 6spd. in a 01" 3.2 cls. what over parts are needed/ or not needed to make it work. is it as simple as it sounds?

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09-18-2003, 07:47 PM

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extremly...DO NOT ATTEMPT THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!....you must replace trans assy, sub-frame assy, ecu and complete engine and vehicle wire harness, exhaust system, motor mounts, wheel speed sensors, etc...probably like $6000+ in just parts!!!!!!!!!

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09-18-2003, 07:48 PM

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it's not simple, I guess Ant beat me to it.

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09-19-2003, 04:40 PM

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It would be easier to turbo charge than swap trannies, right Titand19?

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09-19-2003, 04:51 PM

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fuck yeah!!

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09-19-2003, 04:58 PM

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cheaper to sell urs and buy a 03 cls

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09-20-2003, 08:55 AM

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cheaper to sell urs and buy a 03 cls

and that one comes equiped with a warranty.

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09-20-2003, 05:18 PM

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Quote:

Originally posted by Ant7701
extremly...DO NOT ATTEMPT THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!....you must replace trans assy, sub-frame assy, ecu and complete engine and vehicle wire harness, exhaust system, motor mounts, wheel speed sensors, etc...probably like $6000+ in just parts!!!!!!!!!

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09-21-2003, 04:44 AM

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super charge it

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09-21-2003, 09:30 AM

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Re: tranny swap: auto-6spd

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how complicated is it to tranny swap from auto to 6spd. in a 01" 3.2 cls. what over parts are needed/ or not needed to make it work. is it as simple as it sounds?

Actually it's not too bad. Just drive your '01 to the nearest dealer that has an '03 6-speed. Trade your car in on 6-speed. Done. Shouldn't take more than a few hours.

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09-21-2003, 01:02 PM

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the reason i asked is because im getting a new tranny and wanted to know some background before i felt stupid asking the dealer to give me a 6spd.

thanks everyone

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