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Re: What I want out of a transmission



>   I want a trans that won't blow up on me. This is going to be my 4th trans mission within 3 years.
 
There is this small pedal to the left that you have to depress before switching gears...it really helps with shifting ;) j/k
 
> lol. I just want a reliable transmission that can get me from point A to point B Quick. I've only driven close
> ratio 16v Transmissions.  Dose the 4K get annoying to drive since it revs so much? Or is it Fun?  
 
Oh they are definately fun to drive I have had the pleasure of owning 3 cars all of which came with the 4K.  It is great for in town but a bit buzzy on the highway.  It is easy enough to fix though, just install  a .75 or .71 5th gear and you get the best of both worlds.
 
> Yes, I Know it's still Vague but I need to decide what transmission I'm going to buy before Saturday. (4K or
> 16v w/Quaife ) 4k is $200.00 and 16v is $600.00.
 
If you can get a trans-axle with a Quaife already installed for $600 GET IT! Especially if it is in good shape and doesn't grind in any gears.  HTH a little bit.
 
Jody Bailey
http://www.scirocco8v.com