CenturyI

Hey, this is my first post and I really don't know that much about rx-7, so if it is a really stupid question give me a chance.

I currently have a 2003 srt-4. But I've always wanted a rx-7. I have a chance of getting a 3rd gen at an amazing price, however it is an automatic. If I get a manual tranmission, from what I've seen their like 300-400 dollars. Can I just switch them out or is it more to it then that?


Thanks again,
Darrin

purerx7

iTrader: (61)

search.. it will be alot more plus labor. Tons of information on this subject. Type auto to manual in the search box.

ejmack1

everyone at the same time now... what do we tell this newby to do

its funny how your post resembles 100's of others on this board

weaklink

It's $1K-$4K...

ksource

So it would be safe to say that if you were to get an auto, its better to get it around 4k less than if it were a manual

WinterUSMC

Ksource- thats how i got my 7 :o)

I asked the question like 2 months ago and got some other awesome sights. I searched but didnt find good links. EJmack1 happens to be the master on this subject.

weaklink

yeah that and plan on gathering up the parts, finding someone willing to do it, being without the car for however long it takes to get it put together, or worse - doing it ALL

CenturyI

Thanks guys, I did a search and found alot of info and it was very helpful. But very confusing at the same time I have to study it alittle more. I'm still worried about trading in my baby though. I'm just worried I won't understand the glory of the rotary and its rear-wheel driveness.

zayrx7

we can do that job in one day, give us a call www.rx7store.net 614-771-8966

ejmack1

you are in Florida... Fly me down and pay for my stay and I could help

mmmm Florida

CenturyI

If it comes down to it, that might not be such a bad idea.

DCrosby

To me it better be $$ cheaper than the cost of putting it in + the cost of the hassle of doing it, and having possible issues later with the install... since a lot of things need to be swapped out... so if you're getting an FD which would cost $20K with manual Trans, and getting it for $10k that's a deal that might be worth it, but at $14-16K for the same thing, I'd say save your $$ and buy the Genuine thing....

JaNusSolSumnus

It is a PITA, I definately wouldnt want to do it again without a lift and a tranny jack... I did it like EJMack did with 4 jackstands and a basic tool kit -- nightmare++

Here is what everyone is trying to tell you:


Here are some helpful links that will help you:


AT to MT swap:
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...al&pagenumber=3

Auto to Manual Harness Conversion:
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...106#post2569106

~Kris

ejmack1

my search box doesn't look like that

Elegant Black Monster

Hrm, bring the parts EJmack and I'll fly you down and pay for your stay here. lol

rotorsownyou7

Whats the price on that though? Just labor.

CenturyI

Those links don't work.

weaklink

I think his MAIN intent was the illustration of the search function. If you put in those exact terms, you will find what you are looking for. Even better, use the advanced search button, enter those terms. This link has the original link for the two links he posted. Here comes the spoon...open...open wider:

https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...to+manual+swap

BadBoiRX7

man call zavier at rx7store in columbus ,ohio...he did mine last summer and did an awesome job...theyre pretty reasonable people too...not a bad price...depends on the parts you have also...but give them a call...theyll go through it on the phone with you and help alot...

good luck

Randy