Check out what David Riker said recently about his experiences with
rebuilt ribcases. Especially the first sentence...
Ulix __/__,__
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'67 Sprite
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I attempted to remain a purist through SIX ribcase
transmissions (original, shop rebuilt, used, british rebuilt, backyard
rebuilt, shop rebuilt). I gave up and last year installed a WONDERFUL Datsun
all syncro overdrive 5 speed out of a 78 B210. The swap wasn't easy, and we
did have to be creative with an assortment of parts, but we did it without a
kit. And although Mini Mania claims it doesn't require any cutting, I did
have to cut out the crossmember and fabricate a removable one. Brief
<SNIP>
One year, about 5000 miles, no problems. Smile again {:>)
David Riker
69 Midget
Now me again (Ulix): The kit offered by MM and others uses a Datsun 210
trans. (not B210), which supposedly fits better and with less hassle. The
kit is around $500.
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