W50 transmission swap May 10, 2013 · The original 4 speed in a Chinook has a 1st gear that is lower (better) then the W50 5 speed that is often used as an "easy" swap. We will also discover what a “close ratio” or “wide […] W50 Adapter Plate The W50 Toyota 5-speed can be fitted to a Datsun A-series engine. I think I'm just gonna deal with the transmission as is for now and just keep my eyes out for w50 transmission to swap in. . However, it may require modifications to fit properly and could affect the vehicle's handling and shifting feel. This swap was done by the previous owner or even the owner before him so I'm not 100% sure what transmission was used. I put in the larger 22 turbocharged engine clutch too. If you have any plans for an engine swap figure on a transmission swap at the same time. Aug 23, 2023 · I recently completed an L43 to W50 transmission swap on a 78 Galavan, and had to move the tranny crossmember 2-3 inches towards the rear of the vehicle in the process. The legendary CUBE Speed Supra short shifter ( W50, W55, W57, W58 & R154) gives super accurate shifts, a solid mechanical feel and reduces throw by 50%! Aug 15, 2023 · I recently completed an L43 to W50 transmission swap on a 78, and had to move the tranny crossmember 2-3 inches towards the rear of the vehicle in the process. Use an A-series automatic transmission bellhousing with an adapter plate to fit the W50 gearbox. There are other 5 speeds with much lower 1st gears - even lower then the original 4 speed. norbie. Similar to how people are matching up Nissan CD transmissions to whatever engine. I found a 1990 Dodge Ram2500 4wd Automatic Transmission, guy said it was a 3 speed transmission. com Apr 24, 2006 · 5-Speed Transmission Swap for my 85 Toyota 2wd Pick-up Started by BlenDeR, April 24, 2006, 12:16:34 PM 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. I’ve talked with my dad who recommends a Toyota W-50 or W-55 5-speed transmission. I'm looking to do a 2jz-ge swap into my RA29 and was planning on using the W55 transmission if it has one. Jun 23, 2023 · In this article, we are going to delve into the gear ratios available in the Toyota W55, W57, W58 and R154 transmission range. As well as finding out why gear ratios matter and how the correct set of gear ratios can improve your vehicle’s performance. High-quality components engineered to enhance power, fitment, and reliability. W50 Adapter Plate The W50 Toyota 5-speed can be fitted to a Datsun A-series engine. Now, I'm not comfortable / it's unsafe with how tight the front parking brake cable is as it comes out of the firewall and wraps downward towards the crossmember. Mar 31, 2022 · I've been told that one is a W50 and the other is a P51, but this doesn't come from anyone steeped in the lore of the Supra. Last night I took pictures of the stock W50 and the turbo supra R154 next to each other. Sep 25, 2019 · Has anyone got pictures of a Toyota T50 transmission installed in a Spit 1500? I am about to buy a kit from Conversion components and want to know if the tunnel and dash brace will fit as with the single OD trans. This series transmission fit Toyota Pickup, Tundra, Tacoma, T100 trucks, Cailica, Corona, Crown, MarkII, Cressida, Lexus and Supra. Mar 28, 2006 · T40 and T50 Transmission T40 and T50 Clutch Housing & Transmission Case T40 and T50 Extension Housing W40 Transmission W40 Extension Housing W50 and P51 Transmission W40, W50 & P51 Clutch Housing & Transmission Case W50 and P51 Extension Housing Hope the above are useful & enlightening to you. You'd have to fab up an adapter plate to match the bell housing of the VW transmission to the back of the engine and sort out the clutch situation. The w55 and w58 are also, but they are longer,and will require mods to tranny x-member. W50 W55 W58 ? by smiley » September 15th, 2014, 4:23 pm Hello, the w50 is direct bolt in. 1978 Toyota Chinook (Hilux Pickup) L43 to W50 and W50 to W55 Transmission Swap deejay1272 replied to deejay1272 's topic in Engines - Transmissions - Drive Train - Suspension - Chassis - Steering - Exhaust - Tires - Etc. Using the original bellhousing & sandwich plate from a T40 / T50 gearbox (NOT SUPPLIED) it allows it to be fitted up to the W55, W56, W57, W58 and W59 model (NOT W50) gearbox housings. Jun 17, 2020 · 1978 Toyota Chinook (Hilux Pickup) L43 to W50 and W50 to W55 Transmission Swap deejay1272 replied to deejay1272 's topic in Engines - Transmissions - Drive Train - Suspension - Chassis - Steering - Exhaust - Tires - Etc. Will not fit vehicles with tripod mount/remote mount shifters. Jun 23, 2020 · Home Messages Hashtags toyotachinook@groups. 72-RA21, 77-RA29, 83-RA65C, 88-AllTrac, 80-RN60-4x4, RA42-race car, 04 F150 STX tow rig. For those that dont know. The key features are below. Mar 26, 2025 · I used a pry bar to wiggle it back and forth but it doesn't seem to budge. Great deals. Album 6404 Album 6302 Album 6301 Album 7206 Album 7209 Bare adaptor plate to suit an A series auto Jan 4, 2010 · Anything earlier than that (including your RA40) will have a steel case W50. Jul 29, 2014 · Transmission Am I gonna have to swap transmissions or is there a bolt on kit for my 5 speed transmission? Which if im not mistaking its a w50? Correct me if I am wrong cause, ive been doing a lot of research on what transmission I have and haven't came up with much but a w50. Shop Complete Manual Transmissions for Toyota Pickup with eBay Guaranteed Fit. ) so I am on the hunt for a used transmission. it wasn't hard but myself and my friend have fab skills and a welder. Jan 17, 2016 · The bolt pattern between the W55/56/57/58 and the other two parts is the same (ie you can swap the bits around like LEGO) but the W50 is different. net Reply Like V Oct 7, 2016 · The W50 has a higher 1st gear then the original 4 speed so it will be a little harder starting in 1st unless you also happen to change the rear-axle ratio. Massive selection from top brands on eBay. Mar 29, 2006 · Forum Tech and Conversions Section Tech and Conversions Old Celica Transmissions Diagrams (T40, T50, W40, W50 & P51) Here you will find all the adapter kits we have developed for the BMW ZF8HP45, ZF8HP50, ZF8HP51, ZF8HP70, ZF8HP75, ZF8HP76, ZF8HP90 and ZF8HP95 Transmissions Cant find a specific application you are looking for? We can offer any engine with any of the different BMW ZF8HP (N54, N55, N57, B48, B57, B58, N63, N73 and N74) Nov 2, 2025 · Will also fit all vehicles that have a W50, W55, W57 W58 or R154 transmission swap from the above vehicles. ? ( I'm pretty proud of her for holding on as long as she did. The Toyota W50 transmission (33111-20090) is a reliable, robust, and cost-effective option for a Celica AE86 drift swap. This is a copy and paste: Post #1 "To keep all my questions and the answers as well as my build in one p Jan 27, 2016 · W56 or w59 in 3rz swap Started by 88sasturbotoy, January 27, 2016, 05:57:39 AM 0 Members and 2 Guests are viewing this topic. I was not sure at first if the larger flywheel and clutch would fit with the 20R, but it fit fine. It was missing the shifter so I got another one from another car at the local junk yard. Jun 17, 2020 · After searching all around the internet and coming up empty handed (or only finding posts written by people with little care for clarity), I decided to register for an account and make a write-up about the ability to swap various transmissions into a 1978 Toyota Chinook (Hilux pickup truck). Lately I've been thinking about some of the more modern rear wheel drive lines and what might fit such as the Miata but then I think it would be easier to just dive a Miata. Any W50 can be swapped with any other W50 but the W50 can not be swapped with a W55/56/57/58. Aug 10, 2017 · W50 VS W55 Identifiers by RGNHD » December 13th, 2017, 1:21 pm Hey guys, I currently have a RA29 with a 22r swap. Edit: is the 13b spinning in the correct direction for the transmission ? Edit 2: I knew I had seen a FWD 13b swap somewhere before. io Topics 1978 Toyota Chinook (Hilux Pickup) L43 to W50 and W50 to W55 Transmission Swap Date 1 - 2 of 2 Feb 5, 2014 · I am looking to buy a first generation Dodge/Cummins Diesel truck. Renesis is still a 13b. A W series trans is 4"s longer then a L series trans so your shifter will be moved back that far. I swapped from 50 to 58, and preferred the 50, due to the ratios. Jan 13, 2019 · Some of us like the multi-year build/swap journey almost as much as driving. Now I Celica W50 to Supra Turbo R154 Transmission/EG swap FINISHED by speedfreak426 » May 30th, 2008, 7:33 pm Here ya go. May 19, 2021 · Toyota W Series manual transmission replacements are available in 4 and 5 speeds, are available in W50, W52, W55, W56, W58 and W59. In fact anything which was an 18R will almost certainly have a W40/W50 box behind it. Thinking about doing a transmission swap on my 100-6. Note that before I did my first swap, I checked a chart at Marlin Crawler who many regard as the "go to place" for Toyota truck info and performance. My $600 1980 Toyota Pickup was originally equipped with an automatic transmission. Difficulty How much modifying will I have to do. The W50 is a non-alloy gearbox, and the thickness of the adapter plate would be different for any alloy W gearbox. Norbie! www. Its leaking all over the place and I'm pretty sure the syncros are going. May 4, 2023 · I started a build thread on toyota minis' forum but it being a sunrader, i feel as though this swap/build thread will help people who are looking for the answers of how to better their builds. Does anyone have experience doing this kind of swap recently? I know there’s The Driven Man but $5500 starting is out of my budget. Feb 10, 2010 · I am wondering if i need to do and modifacitions to my truck which is a 1980 2wd with a L43 to fit an W50 from a 1980 SR5. I wanted to know if i switched out the transmission with a 5 speed automatic transmission if the truck would get better gas This is the Collins swap kit for the Mazda Rotary 13B, 20B, and 26B engines to 350Z (CD001-CD009 Clutch Fork), 350ZHR (High Rev JK40C-JK40B Internal Slave Cylinder), 370Z (JK40C-JK40B Internal Slave Cylinder), 370ZHR (High Rev JK40C-JK40B Internal Slave Cylinder) 320B0-6GP0A and 32010-6GP0A transmission applications. adapter, RX-7 adapter plate, REW 13b adapter plate, 20b adapter plate, turbo Dec 25, 2011 · I want to swap the engine (3tc) in my te72 for something with a bit more power, but SIMPLICITY is the number one rule. The bellhousing is unique to the engine series and whether it is a W50 or a W55/56/57/58. I've found a company in New Zealand that makes a kit to adapt the W50 to the MGB, and a kit to adapt the Supra transmission to a GM/Rover 215 V8, which is a popular engine swap for the MGB. I finally got a w50 transmission so I can convert my 80 celica from auto to manual. Now, I'm not comfortable with how tight the front parking brake cable is as it comes out of the firewall and wraps downward towards the crossmember. Can you guys give me some Re: Transmission swap w40 to w50 Tips? by will » June 4th, 2008, 3:14 am you'll need to modify the trans cross member to fit the longer W50. For 86-91 Toyota Soarer Z20 W57, W58 and R154 5 Speed Manual. Features and advantages These adapter kits have been designed from the ground up to be unlike all others. When we got my car it was in the middle of an engine swap to a 22R carb that had been started 20 years Everything posted by blackmedal1942 L43 to W50 swap: Front parking brake cable length blackmedal1942 replied to blackmedal1942 's topic in Engines - Transmissions - Drive Train - Suspension - Chassis - Steering - Exhaust - Tires - Etc. Sep 23, 2018 · So the transmission in my 1985 Celica GT lift back finally went out the other day. Album 6404 Album 6302 Album 6301 Album 7206 Album 7209 Bare adaptor plate to suit an A series auto Re: Best Transmission swap from auto. I'm thinking it has the do with the bell housing being to short? I looked into every ones swap and they all seem to have the w58 instead of the 50. The southern parts truck came with a W50 5-speed transmission, so I used that when restoring my truck. Mar 12, 2023 · '78 Hilux Sunrader Build Thread - 3RZ W55 Swap Discussion in ' 1976-1983 Build-Up/Project Threads ' started by RG113, Mar 12, 2023. I would get a hold of a L52 instead. is there a difference in the w58 and w50 bell housing? Jun 23, 2020 · The W50 uses the manual adjusting slave like the 4 speed. Imo I wouldnt bother to do that swap. Shop Lexus GS swap parts for engine, drivetrain, and performance upgrades. the R154 is mainly from the 87-92 turbocharged Supra. mo46 ij5yoe i0klp 7r07d o9wbn7r 1krof9i ozpr 0c w4oip bdwwl