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5 speed transmission install needed

Blue12

Silver Level Sponsor
I have a 67 series v Alpine with a stock 4 speed transmission. I'd like to replace the 4 speed with a more modern 5 speed transmission to allow for better cruising at lower rpm's. That job is well beyond my abilities. Can anyone recommend the best option for the replacement transmission and a shop/person to do the swap. I am in Columbus Ohio and would like to find someone nearby, if possible. Any thoughts on what I should expect to pay for this would also be helpful.
 

sunalp

Diamond Level Sponsor
Easiest would be to install an optional overdrive transmission. These are available as rebuilt "kits" and bolt
right in, no body modifications necessary. The kit has everything you need with the exception of the drive shaft
and speedo cable. Your drive shaft would need to be shortened to somewhere around 36", the speedo cable is
available from either one of our usual parts suppliers.
Contact Jeff Howarth ( he's on this forum) as he makes these kits available to us.
 

Barry

Diamond Level Sponsor
I have a 67 series v Alpine with a stock 4 speed transmission. I'd like to replace the 4 speed with a more modern 5 speed transmission to allow for better cruising at lower rpm's. That job is well beyond my abilities. Can anyone recommend the best option for the replacement transmission and a shop/person to do the swap. I am in Columbus Ohio and would like to find someone nearby, if possible. Any thoughts on what I should expect to pay for this would also be helpful.




This thread has a LOT of information that might be useful.
 

bulldurham

Platinum Level Sponsor
Blue 12, I have a complete OD set up that may be of interest to you.
Check your PM for a message.
 
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