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gukdoebabdoe
07-20-2007, 09:59 PM
Im wondering if its possible to do an auto to manual swap on a 1st gen is300? Reason why im asking is because im new to lexus and worrying that it might be too advanced or expensive.

burke420
07-20-2007, 10:03 PM
my girl has been through 2 is300s... she wants a manual. it's cheaper to buy another is300!

Carbon~IS
07-20-2007, 10:53 PM
my girl has been through 2 is300s... she wants a manual. it's cheaper to buy another is300!
It's pricey but not that expensive.


The cost also varies depending on which tranny you want to use. w55, w58, R154, V160, v161...


For more info on the auto to manual swap, and different tranny options, search around go-faster section on is.net :goodjob:

Carbon~IS
07-20-2007, 10:57 PM
Im wondering if its possible to do an auto to manual swap on a 1st gen is300? Reason why im asking is because im new to lexus and worrying that it might be too advanced or expensive.
PS: Our auto trannies hold more power than the stock w55 tranny... Built it can hold up to 500+ rwhp.

A good torque converter and a valvebody upgrade should be enough for good launches and faster shifts.

gukdoebabdoe
07-21-2007, 10:03 AM
is it like a DIY swap?