Wira 1.6 a/b Auto conversion to manual gearbox question

[bem69]

After asking a few mechanics' opinion, I have found out the auto gearbox for my Wira a/b 1.6 is going to die soon. All have suggested replacing the gearbox. Now, I have switched gearbox 3 times already, and I'm tired of that. Furthermore, the car revs more than it moves, therefore consuming a lot of petrol.

A friend's mechanic said he can replace my gearbox with a manual one at RM1700. This includes a 4G93 1.8 gearbox, gear console, pedals, flywheel, clutchplate, starter and all other components to make it work.

I really have no idea what is needed to convert, but I find it a bit expensive. Question is, is this a normal price for the items mentioned above? And is RM250 for installation a normal price?

See, I don't have a big budget. I just want my car to run like what it should be, while consuming less petrol so I can save in the long run. At the moment, even a kancil can beat my car when climbing uphill.

To all the pros here, please advise me, or perhaps lead me to a better alternative?

 

[140dB]

gearbox

hi there,

afaik, a 4g15 box alone would cost about rm700. that does not include the flywheel (u need a 1.6 flywheel), clutch, starter, pedals, console, cables, labour. getting a 1.6 autobox would cost you around 1k w/o labour, and of course w/o guarantee u are getting a lemon. so u make ur own decision.....

140dB

 

[m a v [3] r i c k]

Hi,
If your engine is in good condition, then go for a manual conversion. Otherwise, consider transplanting another engine.
RM1700 for good condition 93 gearbox, clutch, drive shaft, starter, labour charges etc is pretty reasonable (provided you dont have to trade in your autobox and other accessories). Just make sure the mechanic does a good job. You'll definitely get better mileage. It's a good long term investment I'd say. :_:
In short, IF the mechanic does a good job, then RM1700 is worth paying :_:

 

[bem69]

According to the mechanic, the car engine is still ok, and that transplanting another engine is not necessary.

I guess the price is within the average price range for manual conversion eh?

Going the auto way is cheaper, just that I fear that the gearbox would fail yet again.

 

[jombiee]

pardon me guys..
but wouldnt it be illegal ? auto g/b --> manual g/b.....??

 

[Excalibur]

I try to find for myself b4 is 4g93 g/b cost me RM2000.... is from a GTI that total lost..

4g92 auto really suck... a heavy duty driver like me the g/b sure out...
I have change mine once b4... just change to a 2nd good g/b.. but now is back to 50/50 life of the g/b..

 

[Excalibur]

pardon me guys..
but wouldnt it be illegal ? auto g/b --> manual g/b.....??

No... dont think soo....

 

[pifecto14]

According to the mechanic, the car engine is still ok, and that transplanting another engine is not necessary.

I guess the price is within the average price range for manual conversion eh?

Going the auto way is cheaper, just that I fear that the gearbox would fail yet again.

Bem69, looks like we share the same dilemma currently. Having lil prob wit my curr GB.
Thinking of changing back to auto gearbox. Is it advisable? Is it possible to change my 1.6 auto g/b to a putra 1.8 auto g/b ??

 

[mayhem]

bem69,

so...hv u convert to manual 1.8 gearbox yet? how's it?

if good let me know the workshop