1.8 NA Turbo 5 speed gearbox. Can it be strengthened?
1.8 NA Turbo 5 speed gearbox. Can it be strengthened?
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tickious

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1,398 posts

203 months

Sunday 6th September
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Going for a little more power in my Turbo MX5 NA.
I think I'll be pushing the limits of the 5 speed box.
Is there anything that can be done to strengthen the 5 speed?
Or is it best to swap for 6 speed?

Thanks beer

(It's the one Harris slagged off in his infamous MX5 reviewgetmecoat)




VladD

8,196 posts

294 months

Wednesday 16th September
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According to BOFI the 5 speed will take up to 250 bhp, while the 6 Speed will take up to 320 bhp.

tickious

Original Poster:

1,398 posts

203 months

Wednesday 16th September
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VladD said:
According to BOFI the 5 speed will take up to 250 bhp, while the 6 Speed will take up to 320 bhp.
Yes, found that too, and just found one on eBay. So going that route now.

Cheers