6-speed box in PH1 172 possible?

[matt|H]

My bro's gearbox has died and the garage he goes to has found a 6-speed box but not sure if it'll fit/work.

Anyone know the answer? Obivously if needed I can get more information on it but just been asked to ask..

 

[f0xy]

Depends what gearbox code the one hes found is for a start...

 

[matt|H]

Depends what gearbox code the one hes found is for a start...

Thought as much.. he's waiting for a phone call back so he's asking then.

 

[Fred@BTM]

no chance

 

[matt|H]

no chance

Simple as that? Absolutely no chance? Just want to confirm before I tell him..

 

[Fastchip]

The OEM JC5 gearbox can be fitted with a sixth gear. However I have no clue if the parts are still available for this.

 

[Tom]

What is the point? I cant see the advantage in having another gear.

The ratios are fine.

 

[DrR]

There not, 182 revs way to high in 5th IMO

 

[Tom]

Why?

70mph is 3500 RPM (ish not looked for ages) is it not?

 

[DrR]

4000 at 80 pisses me off. Needs a 6th gear for cruising IMO, i know thats not the point of the car but would be useful

 

[Tom]

You want an overdrive really.

 

[matt|H]

My bro's gearbox has died and the garage he goes to has found a 6-speed box but not sure if it'll fit/work.

Anyone know the answer? Obivously if needed I can get more information on it but just been asked to ask..

He needs a new one and that's what the garage has cheap AFAIK.