Help me choose

95LegendGS · 08-13-08, 04:16 AM

Currently I have a 6speed in my GS. But after some reading on here and talking to a few members they seem to go to a 5speed for better revs? Does this sound right, to me I would think the 6speed would be better for a 3.5 legend. But some seem to think the 5speed would optimize the torque better.

Can anyone chime in and tell me.

Both transmissions will have 5speed flywheel and spec 2 clutch. So weight won't make a difference.

DSL · 08-13-08, 12:33 PM

stick with the 6 sp, then use the 5 speed flywheel and clutch combo...

whats77inaname · 08-13-08, 02:24 PM

If you do a lot of highway driving, you'll also get better gas mileage w/the 6MT.

95LegendGS · 08-13-08, 02:41 PM

But say for DD around town? I'm looking to get the most out of my powerband.

I have 3 of each tranny so its no big deal to get the parts just want to make sure I have the right one installed haha

whats77inaname · 08-13-08, 04:53 PM

Kenso, DV8, Kotetu, Fut and I had that discussion once....opinions varied, if I do recall. But I do know you can hit 100 in third gear w/the 6MT

Russian · 08-13-08, 04:54 PM

I'd go with a 6MT

91sedan · 08-13-08, 07:43 PM

I rather go with the 6spd. now if I just had the money to do a swap....
I'd even go with a 5spd

cheeseman0777 · 08-13-08, 08:05 PM

i would go with a 6 spd, has better fuel economy.

LegendLand · 08-13-08, 09:01 PM

Go with the 6 spd

92drls · 08-16-08, 07:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by whats77inaname

Kenso, DV8, Kotetu, Fut and I had that discussion once....opinions varied, if I do recall. But I do know you can hit 100 in third gear w/the 6MT

So can the 5 sp.. No faith?? Check my vid awhile back, didnt even redline

0 to 100 In my coupe

whats77inaname · 08-16-08, 01:30 PM

Oh, I have a 5 spd right now....and have all the faith in the world in it. But I have a 6MT in the garage.

Blackend · 08-16-08, 01:38 PM

I'm going with the 5 simply because that's what I pulled out of my parts coupe and it's costing me nothing but my own labor. If I had a 6, I would run that and I'd be spending money and time sourcing a 5 flywheel!

Either one is a very good choice, and the differences in ratios aren't enough that it would matter in a race, so why not go with a 6 spd if you have both?

emaculate94GS · 08-17-08, 01:14 AM

Run the 6 man!

Telion · 08-17-08, 01:44 AM

Correction (I hope) two 6 speeds and three 5 speeds, PM me lol.

95LegendGS · 08-17-08, 01:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Telion

Correction (I hope) two 6 speeds and three 5 speeds, PM me lol.

Sort of correct, my GS is a factory 6speed

I have 2 to spare. Then 3 five speeds.

You should see how many type 2 intake manifolds I have stock piled

08-13-08, 04:16 AM	#1 (permalink)
95LegendGS 6 Gears Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: 15239, PA Posts: 1,283 Car 1: 95 Legend GS iTrader: (10)	Help me choose Currently I have a 6speed in my GS. But after some reading on here and talking to a few members they seem to go to a 5speed for better revs? Does this sound right, to me I would think the 6speed would be better for a 3.5 legend. But some seem to think the 5speed would optimize the torque better. Can anyone chime in and tell me. Both transmissions will have 5speed flywheel and spec 2 clutch. So weight won't make a difference. __________________ Just another boosted legend Parts For Sale: Fiberglassed dash, Complete T1 & RL heads, Sedan Front seats (F), Center Console (F), T1&RL intake Manifold, Complete running engines, body parts, Sedan Headlights, Clear corner lights, RL engine parts. ANYTHING YOU NEED. I have "UNLIMITED" RL and Legend Parts PM me to discuss. NO COUPE PARTS, please stop asking For quickest reply please email me at 95LegendGS@gmail.com Thanks!

08-13-08, 12:33 PM	#2 (permalink)
DSL Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: LA, CA Posts: 273 Car 1: '93 white coupe 3.5 type II 6sp iTrader: (3)	stick with the 6 sp, then use the 5 speed flywheel and clutch combo... __________________ '01 3.5l rl engine- 6 speed swap done!, type2- cams, valve springs/retainers, and intake manifold. ground control, koni, addco-front & rear, mls copy, 18" volk III rm racing intake, gasket match ported exhaust manifold, light weight pulleys, telion chip, tranny cooler and a bunch of door dings ~from haters

08-13-08, 02:24 PM	#3 (permalink)
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08-13-08, 02:41 PM	#4 (permalink)
95LegendGS 6 Gears Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: 15239, PA Posts: 1,283 Car 1: 95 Legend GS iTrader: (10)	But say for DD around town? I'm looking to get the most out of my powerband. I have 3 of each tranny so its no big deal to get the parts just want to make sure I have the right one installed haha __________________ Just another boosted legend Parts For Sale: Fiberglassed dash, Complete T1 & RL heads, Sedan Front seats (F), Center Console (F), T1&RL intake Manifold, Complete running engines, body parts, Sedan Headlights, Clear corner lights, RL engine parts. ANYTHING YOU NEED. I have "UNLIMITED" RL and Legend Parts PM me to discuss. NO COUPE PARTS, please stop asking For quickest reply please email me at 95LegendGS@gmail.com Thanks!

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whats77inaname Renaissance. Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Tx Posts: 3,633 Car 1: 91 5MT LS, 300k Car 2: 91 5MT LS, 183k Car 3: 03 G35 sdn (wife's) iTrader: (22)	Kenso, DV8, Kotetu, Fut and I had that discussion once....opinions varied, if I do recall. But I do know you can hit 100 in third gear w/the 6MT __________________ "Game recognize game and you looking kinda unfamiliar right now"....

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