Help! Can I use a s14 tranny on my s13 vert?

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240jaysx
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Hey what's up everyone my friend is parting out his s14 5 spd and I want the transmission so I can make my baby a 5 spd. What's the deal? Hoping to hear back from you guys..summers coming up and I can't wait to cruise.


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frapjap
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It will work just fine. Follow the swap instructions in the articles page and be on your way to rowing your own gears!
Take a second to look at our articles and then find the swap for auto to 5 speed under Transmission and Drivetrain.
http://www.240sxtech.com/

Good luck, and start up a thread for your build!

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biggie
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Just need the S13 5spd speed sensor and plug the hole on top that's for the S14 CAS.

240jaysx
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Hey thanks for feedback much appreciated!

240jaysx
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Another quick question instead of making a new thread which you two would most likely be the first to comment on I'm looking at getting a steering wheel like right now I'm on racinglab.com and they have the nrg and all that other stuff what brand would you recommend being good quality and good on $. And what website should I being buying my parts from? I've owned three coupes already not trying to sound like idk what the hell I'm doing but obviously you guys know what's up. Thanks in advance for your help. I really appreciate this forum since the day I made an account when I bought my vert. Just want to say thanks for doing a good job moderating this site. And I will make a thread for the install.

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frapjap
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I've never bought an aftermarket wheel, but I'd imagine that its really about how it feels in your hands, the width, the diameter, and its intended use. Race wheels are usually smaller in diameter, but thats about all I know about them.
IMO, it'll be all about feel. Make sure whoever you buy from has a good return policy so after you 'test drive' it around your living room or yard or install it and go around a few turns and you're not thrilled with it, you can return it.
I'll link your thread to a seasoned track instructor and maybe he'll have some input for you.

Thanks for the compliments, thats what we're here for.

240jaysx
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True thanks .

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I'm the track guy frapjap mentioned. I think he covered most of the major stuff to look for when talking aftermarket steering wheels. But there are a few additional items to consider like material (leather, wood, aluminum, carbon fiber,plastic etc) shape (round, D-shaped, oval, square, etc), style, functionality (as in possibly losing controls on the steering wheel like cruise control, radio volume, or air bags, and horn location), options (like quick release which is popular with racers) and compatibility (as in might require adaptors to fit).

I think the one thing that'll surprise you is how many choices and options you have with aftermarket steering wheels. So take your time when shopping for one. I can't recommend any specific ones as everyone has such different tastes/ wants/needs but I think you'll find it a fun process to shop for one.

Good luck.

240jaysx
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Hey thanks a lot for all the info I will put it to good use to try and find just the right wheel for me. If anyone is interested you can catch me on Facebook my name is jasquin Matienzo..have a good day everyone!

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im by no means an expert but ive had three wheels over the past 5 years and the first was a junk ebay one. used it for about a year and didnt have any isses other than its just a peice of crap. i recommend you go with a reputable company. NRG, Keys, Nardi, Sparco or MOMO all good companys. i have a nardi deep corn 330mm and a MOMO 330mm both with quick releases and in black suede. now i want a nardi deep corn in a wooden finish. but anyhow, for quality expect to dish out around 500. thats 200 for the wheel (low end) 200 (quick release) and about 70 for the hub. remember you will need a hub. My .02

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and for safety's sake DO NOT GO CHEAP. i remember on my crap wheel i could push and pull it and it had alot of movement in the metal. so in an accident chances are its going to break and the stering column is going to hit you in the chest and your hands are going through the dash. id imagine that wouldnt feel to good.


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