Re: Driveshaft Question (Converting Auto Z to 5-Sp
Actually, a lot depends on the types of transmission and differential [and mounting] are in the car. I had no problem putting a 5sp trans. in my 72 automatic (boy do I miss that car). Try yours first before spending any money.
> I recently did a the same swap on my 73. I
> was told the automatic drive shaft would not
> work. So I went to the junk yard and bought
> a 4 speed drive shaft. It seems as though
> whoever says the automatic driveshaft wont
> work is smoking crack. It is the same exact
> length as the 4 speed one. Anyways the
> answer to your question is either one of
> your drive shafts will work.
> Adam
> 73 240z
Actually, a lot depends on the types of transmission and differential [and mounting] are in the car. I had no problem putting a 5sp trans. in my 72 automatic (boy do I miss that car). Try yours first before spending any money.
> I recently did a the same swap on my 73. I
> was told the automatic drive shaft would not
> work. So I went to the junk yard and bought
> a 4 speed drive shaft. It seems as though
> whoever says the automatic driveshaft wont
> work is smoking crack. It is the same exact
> length as the 4 speed one. Anyways the
> answer to your question is either one of
> your drive shafts will work.
> Adam
> 73 240z
