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mike_the_man |
Apr 30 2004, 11:31 AM
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I'm thinking about doing a V8 conversion, and I'm looking at picking up a 915 transimssion. The guy that's selling it says that you can run the tranny upside down, rather than flipping the R&P. He says that it offers more ground clearance, and you don't have to mess with the speedo drive. Is this true? I don't think I've ever heard about this before. Also, what is a good price for a 915 tranny in unknown condition? How much would it cost to rebuild? Sorry, I'm pretty clueless when it comes to transmissions. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wacko.gif)
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John2kx |
Apr 30 2004, 09:01 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 502 Joined: 22-August 03 From: Augusta, Ga. Member No.: 1,066 |
Mike,
From my experience with a v8 powered 914, the stock 901 has worked well for almost two years now. Sure, I'd like to regear it and will do so in the future. In stock configuration, it's hard to beat for the money. I have not babied mine but don't use it like a drag racer either. Reading opinions about 915 vs. 930 over the years, it seems the 930 is the way to go but expensive. The 915 is a little stronger than the 901 but costs allot more to stuff into a 914. I would opt for a regeared 901 over the 915 for the cost savings. If money is no object, go straight for the 930. From what I remember, the going price for a rebuilt, regeared 901 is about $2000. A modified 915 price tag is not in the memory banks and the 930 is about $6000. John |
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