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Old Jan 18, 2018 | 12:50 AM
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Default Gearbox cradle help

Are the sierra Type 9 gearbox cradle and the mk1 sierra cosworth T5 gearbox cradle the same piece?

Specifically the "wide" tunnel type 9 cradle.

Looking at pictures they look to use the same rubber mount and the only discernible difference is that the cosworth cradle may have reinforcement plates welded to the holes where the cradle mounts to the body.


Is this correct?

Can I use a Type 9 cradle to mount a T5 in my car?
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Old Jan 18, 2018 | 03:36 PM
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Sounds like you can do that, if the T5 is heavier and handling more power it may be worth welding on similar added strength, cant be hard to do.
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