Differences btwn 914 and 914-6 transaxles?, the tail shifters |
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Differences btwn 914 and 914-6 transaxles?, the tail shifters |
Cairo94507 |
Jun 18 2011, 09:47 AM
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Michael Group: Members Posts: 9,826 Joined: 1-November 08 From: Auburn, CA Member No.: 9,712 Region Association: Northern California |
OK, I know the 914-6 came with a 914/01 transaxle that was of course a tail-shifter. I know the 4 cylinder cars came with a tail-shifter too, but not a 914/01.
What was the difference between the two other than the serial number? I have a non-six transaxle in my car and I believe I want to find an original six transaxle for my car and then have it rebuilt with the proper gearing for a 3.2 street driven car. I also want to upgrade to a nice shifter system to make driving more enjoyable. JWest shifter? I already know their shift linkage assemblies are no longer available. Should I then have the six transaxle converted to a side shifter? Should I just use all stock six shifting hardware, rods, etc. with the exception of the shifter assemble itself? Should it remain a tail shifter or would I be better served to convert to a side shifter? (I would keep the original tail shifter stuff just in case). I really don't have a clue but know that I want to do this right the first time and not regret spending $XXXX and then changing to a completely different system later. Thanks for any advice, suggestions and/or personal experience. Michael (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif) |
IronHillRestorations |
Jun 19 2011, 10:25 AM
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I. I. R. C. Group: Members Posts: 6,731 Joined: 18-March 03 From: West TN Member No.: 439 Region Association: None |
Yea the 6 has a lower 5th gear, which translates to higher cooling fan speeds for the 2.0 6. I had a stock 4 cyl side shifter with my 3.0 and (for me anyway) the gearing was perfect.
I make conversion shift rods for 6 conversions, but it's not rocket scienct. There is a bend and angle to it that makes a difference from just a straight bar that some people have sold, and FWIW I made a bunch of shift rods for Dave at GPR back in the 90's. |
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