Posted February 26, 200421 yr comment_70097 Okay guys, I just picked up an early 1978 280 five speed to put into my 72 with an automatic. The big question is, will the clutch and brake pedals from the 280 fit into the 240? I thought that the supporting structure in the dash looked different. I have no problems modifying parts but I hope I dont have to. I am sure I will need the driveshaft out of the 280 as well right? thanks in advance for the help. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/10410-auto-to-5-speed-swap/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 17, 200420 yr comment_73055 You will need the clutch pedal and brake pedal from the 280. The reason it looks like it won't fit, is the brake pedal from the automatic is shaped like this [=] and the brake pedal from the manual looks like this [].I was told that I would need a new driveshaft as well, but it turns out that's not true. You can use the one from the automatic.Good luck on the conversion, feel free to ask me more questions. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/10410-auto-to-5-speed-swap/#findComment-73055 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 17, 200420 yr Author comment_73066 Thanks Eric! I knew I had to get both pedals but I wasnt sure about the mounting. I'm assuming the location to hang the clutch pedal will be in the car even though it was an auto. I should probably get the pivot pins/return springs as well right? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/10410-auto-to-5-speed-swap/#findComment-73066 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 17, 200420 yr comment_73085 Yeah, the same mounting braket was used for the pedals in all S30's (240's 260's 280's). Definately get the pivot pins and return springs. On a side note, I've noticed that, just after 2 years since the installation, my clutch pedal has started to creak. I suggest cleaning the pivot point on the new pedals and load the pin up with grease, so you won't have the same problem in 2 years. It may the ends of the spring where they mount to the pedal frame as well, so I suggest, maybe a rubber sleeve or something. I'll probably work on that little job this weekend. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/10410-auto-to-5-speed-swap/#findComment-73085 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 17, 200420 yr comment_73121 i think you better get the PEDAL not the petalcheersand good luck Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/10410-auto-to-5-speed-swap/#findComment-73121 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 18, 200420 yr comment_73199 Razor, I don't know what you are talking about. :classic: Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/10410-auto-to-5-speed-swap/#findComment-73199 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 18, 200420 yr comment_73206 Originally posted by Razor i think you better get the PEDAL not the petal cheers and good luck Yeah, I re-read the thread up the here and I don't get it either! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/10410-auto-to-5-speed-swap/#findComment-73206 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 18, 200420 yr comment_73208 I secretly edited my post and made the spelling corrections before my last post. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/10410-auto-to-5-speed-swap/#findComment-73208 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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