2017/04/30 11:40:35
BEE VEE
Hi Guys
Would anyone know if its possible to fit this gearbox with my V6 Bell housing, and then fit to my GTV6 ?
Is this Box as strong or stronger ?  Are there going to be issues with tailshaft or selector hump hole or other worries?
Any comments much appreciated
BERNIE
2017/04/30 12:26:17
Johnscapris
Bernie
What type of gearbox is this?  Do you have a picture?
 
Regards
John
2017/04/30 13:16:58
BEE VEE
Sorry John......I meant to add when you search that Casting #

71 WG 7006 AC

into Google, up comes all the links to photos of my BOX with that casting number.........looks SO similar to my V6 Capri Box except it has enclosed remote select whereas my original box is exterior select external rods............cheers and many thanks
2017/04/30 15:16:28
Johnscapris
Bernie,
 
This box is based on the 4cyl capri/escort/cortina.  Not strong or robust enough for the torque of the V6.  Fitting wise:  Major work to bellhousing, gearbox mount forward by 50mm, longer tailshaft.  No gain for the pain!
 
What is the issue with the original V6 4 speed.
Can supply and rebuild these, supply MK2 4 speeds and Tremic T5 5 speed conversions. 
Regards
John
2017/04/30 21:57:35
BEE VEE
Thanks John,
knew it was too good to be an advantage! ....Happy in one way as I do want to keep car original, but felt that cost and availability of parts for the original box may be prohibitive.  It needs all new clips for the external rods, plus a Major Bearing Kit with all small parts like Synchros and Detents and Balk Rings. Might you know of an economic source other than Burtons UK ?  
Any idea how much I should sell box for with 3 months warranty as I was told it is a very low mileage original.
Cheers
Bernie 
2017/05/01 23:21:16
BEE VEE
Could you or Glen let me know too please on cost, given that I have a very good T5 Box and all the bits out of an XF 6 cyl falcon wagon ? cheers BV
2017/05/01 23:24:51
BEE VEE
...........also I have a proported VGC 4 speed 1600 escort gearbox complete with shifter and bell Housing, thrust and throw out fork.............which i will separate and swap for V6 Capri equivalents or other items my Capri needs..............Thrust and T/O Fork look very much like V6 ?.....are they same or interchangeable ?........does anyone here know please ?..............cheers BV
2017/05/01 23:26:03
BEE VEE
............also think I have a New PBR Clutch Kit for 1600 Escort for swapsies or bucks
 
 

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