Date: Thu, 30 Oct 2003 10:06:44 -0000 From: "Matt" <nospamnopsamam.freeserve.co.uk> Subject: Re: Classic 900, convertion from automatic to manual transmission
"Grunff" <grunff232nopsam.com> wrote in message news:1067508161.98888.0nopsam.uk.clara.net... > Matt wrote: > > > Is this feasible? > > Yes, it's pretty straightforward. > > > > If so, how much work, time, cost etc do you think is involved? > > A long drunken weekend, but I suspect a (less drunk) pro would > do it in the region of 8-10 hours. > > You'll need the complete pedal box and gear shift assembly from > the manual, as well as the manual gearbox, clutch (+hydraulics), > flywheel and I'm sure various minor items I'm missing out. > > The easiest thing is to have a donor, or at least have access to > one nearby. > > Parts prices will vary widely depending on how you source them. > If you buy a donor car at £200, then that's all your parts right > there (+ a new clutch if you're sensible, and a new crank seal. > and CV boots). > > -- > Grunff > Thanks, i've seen a low mileage classic 900 that is perfect for me in every respect apart from that fact that it has automatic transmission and I was wondering whether it would be worth pursueing. You assured me that the work is feasible so I think i'll make some more enquiries. Thanks Matt
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