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Old 01-02-2010 | 11:58 AM
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4 speed Conversion

I want to convert my Cordoba from a auto to a 4 speed. I will be going to a 400 or a 440 at a later date,but I want this to be my first mod to my car.
I know this will be a lot of work. What do I need to get excatly for this swap and the best way to do it?

I know I need to get flywheel,clutch pressure plate, pilot bearing, bell housing,4 speed trans,Z bar,pedals. I know I am missing some parts to get.
Old 01-02-2010 | 02:31 PM
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I'm pretty sure you'll have to put a new tunnel in it. Make sure you make it to fit a BB bellhousing so you don't have to do it twice. If they didn't come with a manual you'll have to fabricate a tranny mount and crossmember.

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Old 01-02-2010 | 02:42 PM
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I'd recommend looking at a hydraulic clutch pedal and throwout bearing assembly.
Old 01-02-2010 | 03:03 PM
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I'm pretty sure you'll have to put a new tunnel in it. Make sure you make it to fit a BB bellhousing so you don't have to do it twice. If they didn't come with a manual you'll have to fabricate a tranny mount and crossmember.
Thanks I will do that. I figure I would have to make a crossmember and have a driveshaft made.

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I'd recommend looking at a hydraulic clutch pedal and throwout bearing assembly.
Great idea less moving parts.

Will the angle of the trans be set by the engine or will I need to figure that part out?
Old 01-02-2010 | 03:41 PM
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good article explaining pinion angle. http://www.hotrodheaven.com/tech/cha...ngineangle.htm
Old 01-02-2010 | 06:08 PM
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Originally Posted by scotts74birds
good article explaining pinion angle. http://www.hotrodheaven.com/tech/cha...ngineangle.htm
Thanks that was a good read.
Old 01-02-2010 | 09:00 PM
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this is for a bodies, but it is very similar.
http://www.bigblockdart.com/techpages/4sptech.shtml
Old 01-02-2010 | 09:02 PM
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Originally Posted by johnthegoalie
this is for a bodies, but it is very similar.
http://www.bigblockdart.com/techpages/4sptech.shtml

Thanks I will read it.
Old 01-02-2010 | 10:24 PM
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if you have all the parts ahead of time it isnt that bad to convert, i did mine in a weekend
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