Yes, Andrew-
This is certainly a well worthwhile upgrade, no doubt about it.
No disadvantages....it's all the "other way"
in all respects. A pleasure to use, really! :)
Cap'n. Bob
'60 :{)
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Date: Fri, 03 May 2002 18:12:34 -0400
From Andrew Weaks <awboat at intelos.net>
To: "Robert E. Shlafer" <PilotRob@webtv.net>
Cc: "Wm. Severin Thompson" <wsthompson@thicko.com>,
spridgets@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: Datsun 4 speed???
References: <1944-3CCE0A06-4595@storefull-2176.public.lawson.webtv.net>
I bought my 5-speed and kit from Winner's Circle two years ago at Carlisle for
a little
over $600. Didn't include the newer rear seal but I am happy with it.
"Robert E. Shlafer" wrote:
> WST-
>
> This is probably a Datsun 5 speed with
> first gear locked out. They do this on
> the track as a 5 speed would give them
> a "disqualifying" (for class) advantage.
>
> These conversion kits go for $600+ with
> the cost of the gearbox NOT included.
> The gearbox can be a normal road box
> or a close ratio one.
>
> Assuming all works ok, for $100 it sounds like a "steal". Why does the
> current owner
> want to get rid of it?
>
> The Datsun box is more quiet and better
> built (closer tolerances?) and thus, "loses"
> less horsepower. It also seems to run
> less "hot" and is "strong" in that it is built
> to take the torque of the Datsun 210.
>
> Cap'n. Bob
> '60 :{)
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