5-Speed Transmisson

[JoeT]

Does anyone know if a 5-speed transmission from a Datsun 2000 Roadster would fit a '71' 240? I know a 5-speed was available back in '71' when I bought my 240.

[Victor Laury]

To get this box (FS5C71A) to fit you need;

(Prices Quoted from http://www.courtesyparts.com/)

Clutch Housing*

Code: 30401-22010

Price: $362.91

Tail Housing (1 required)

Code: 32130-A7100

Price: $150.00

Main Shaft

Code: 32241-A0200

Price: $100.00

Diveshaft (to 8/71)

Code: 37000-E4100

Price: $170.00

Striking Rod Assembly*

Code: 32890-A0100

Price: $30.58

So for $700 you install a 5 speed that you can no longer get parts for! too bad as they are good boxes. You could keep an eye out for an Fairlady in the states getting parted out. I love the one in my 70 roadster.

[JoeT]

Thanks Victor,

Just to clarify. So the Fairlady 5-Speed is the one Datsun was advertising as a direct swap back in '71'.

Joe

[Victor Laury]

Right, It's the roadster trans with all the mods already made.

[JoeT]

The box I have may be from a Fairlady. Is there anyway I can tell ?

Thanks,

JoeT