5 Spd Trans Question

[LunchboxCritter]

A trans rebuild because of a throwout bearing, and pilot bearing? I honestly do not think you need a new transmission, a rebuilt one, or having yours "rebuilt", if it's the clutch components that are going out.

You can order an exedy clutch kit that comes with a pilot bearing, and throw out bearing for around $120.00. It's sort of a pain to get that pilot bearing out (requires a puller), but the throwout bearing is really simple.

If you are determined to swapping that transmission you'll still have to get that pilot bearing replaced (it's in the engine). You probably want to stick with a trans from an 89-91 model NA car (s5 model non turbo).

If you insist on replacing your transmission I have a good 91 NA trans with 64k on it (removed for TII swap). You can probably find one locally cheaper then it would cost to ship one from Kentucky to Kansas City, MO.

FYI: You can order a JDM S5 TII engine & trans for around $1500 shipped. Fish around and you can find a TII rear for around $400 shipped. Depending on your mechanical skills & tools, for around $2000.00 you could have a TII vert.

[black rocket]

Look at it this way; if he's getting a rebuilt for $500 including clutch & throw out bearing that's really a good deal as clutch (descent ones) would cost $350 and throw out bearing would be $40 so, not a bad deal really.