Wouldn't be the Q forum without nitpickers.elwesso wrote:I find it amusing how the topic of discussion is about a manual transmission mated to a VH45 in a Q45 and all we can talk about is E-brakes?
Wouldn't be the Q forum without nitpickers.elwesso wrote:I find it amusing how the topic of discussion is about a manual transmission mated to a VH45 in a Q45 and all we can talk about is E-brakes?
I think you're right.Q451990 wrote:That is true. Maybe we're still in shock!
Ludeaem wrote:More video! That is sweet! Im surprised maxnix hasn't commented on the oil leaks on the under carriage haha. "you need to get all new seals"
spoken like a moderator with a well-trained flockelwesso wrote:I find it amusing how the topic of discussion is about a manual transmission mated to a VH45 in a Q45 and all we can talk about is E-brakes?
Touche sir, TOUCHE!!mcrews wrote:
spoken like a moderator with a well-trained flock
Are you speaking of my 5-speed conversion or the rb swap midnight did?Johnny Rocket wrote:I saw some pedals on the other car that look pretty good........what did he use?
I get a transmission malfunction code when you first turn the key on, but as soon as you crank the car it goes away.. So it really doesnt bother me.. I havent tried taking the TCU out and seeing if that does anything.Q451990 wrote:Wes,
How did you handle the ECU/TCU communications? Do you have a "Transmission Malfunction" message on your dash? I know Infiniti made a big deal about retarding the spark advance a bit during shifts to make the A/T shift smoother - does that come in to play here?
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Oh, I'm sure you could trick the cluster by supplying ground or 12V to whatever pin controls that message. I was more concerned about the spark timing retard. It will be interesting to hear how it will drive when the TCU is out.elwesso wrote:I could probably trick the car so the transmisison malfuction light doesnt come on...
If you cut a hole in the top of the tunnel just large enough for the tranny you won't see anymore chassis flex than normal once you've made a cover panel for the hole which was cut.sishinthin wrote:So it's concluded that you'll never have a q stickshift (maxnix), good luck getting the strength back into your floorpan, unless you're adding a cage first. I the case that your're not adding a cage your car will need to be cut apart and the project done while it's bolted down to a unibody jig or the whole things' gonna sag in the middle when you are in there welding it back together.
Modified by sishinthin at 4:53 PM 3/18/2009
Speaking of which, how is that coming?AZhitman wrote:Wes and I ran into this YEARS ago when we were developing a S/C kit for the G50.
Nah, if I am going to all this trouble, T66. Even the GM 6 speed auto would probably require some tunnel modification, not to even speak of the nightmare of programming a TCU for it.Raxephon wrote:And if Maxnix wants a 5-speed, he'll have plenty of info from NICO to use.
Seems like a supercharged VH45DE in a Z32 would qualify. Rear tire life might be very short, though.AZhitman wrote:Aborted. Permanently.
I put big power in small cars now.
He's getting REAL good then, given his video and "our" ability to identify a Q45's interior.Jesda wrote:Waaaaaaaiiit a minute. April 1st is around the corner. Wes is known for his April Fools shenanigans.
I'm on to you, my friend.
I'm still shocked by the awesomeness of this project.Rex wrote:He's getting REAL good then, given his video and "our" ability to identify a Q45's interior.
Thats sorta the idea that I had in my mind.. Where it would sit right next to the seat.Rex wrote:Wes - have you looked at an SC300's interior, to see if you can copy/steal anything from it's parking break set up.
There is one wire from the TCU that can be cut to eliminate the "Transmission Malfunction" message. If you want to do it I'll look it up later, can't recall the wire color/pin number from memory. Simple fix...Q451990 wrote:...Do you have a "Transmission Malfunction" message on your dash?...