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Old Jan 27, 2006 | 10:46 PM
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My gearbox is on its way out and wanted to know what other options of gearbox's could i use? Right now i'm having a zvh built so what box could i use? been told of the MTX75 box and a ST170/Focus RS but is there any others? or am i best just getting a CTS box
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 08:42 AM
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A CTS box, or any other BC/ IB5 box will be easier.

Up to you if you want to be flash and fit something else. Wouldn't bother with an ST170 box though. The ratios are wrong for a turbo car.
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 08:58 AM
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Bernie at CTS everytime
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 09:06 AM
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MTX75 is definatly superior, granted it involves more work but its the way forward IMO.
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 09:28 AM
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Originally Posted by B8
MTX75 is definatly superior, granted it involves more work but its the way forward IMO.
Any idea what needs doing?
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 09:37 AM
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Have a good look on Jano's website, all the info is there with pics.
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 09:43 AM
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Originally Posted by Johnny Knoxville
Originally Posted by B8
MTX75 is definatly superior, granted it involves more work but its the way forward IMO.
Any idea what needs doing?
def mtx75 good ratios for a turbo car, custom driveshaft and engine mounts need Fabricating but well worth the effort
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