How much power can the 968 tranny take?
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How much power can the 968 tranny take?
I'm having all syncros from 1st through 4th replaced, as well as the 2nd gear syncro hub, all gaskets, seals, pinion bearings, bolts... New rubber boots and drive axle bolts (Stage 8) are going in too. It all started with installation of a Guard Transmissions GT3 LSD, and I figured I might as well change all the wear parts while the tranny was out...
Anyway, I've looked around on Rennlist for info on the amount of power people think the stock 968 6-speed tranny can take, and the highest number I have seen is 450bhp with about 400lbf (I guess a turbocharged engine would be tougher on the tranny than a supercharged one or a naturally aspirated eight). Any ideas, thoughs, opinions?
I realize the turbo s and rs had beefed-up transmissions, but to get a hold of one of those I think you may have to sacrifice your first born
Anyway, I've looked around on Rennlist for info on the amount of power people think the stock 968 6-speed tranny can take, and the highest number I have seen is 450bhp with about 400lbf (I guess a turbocharged engine would be tougher on the tranny than a supercharged one or a naturally aspirated eight). Any ideas, thoughs, opinions?
I realize the turbo s and rs had beefed-up transmissions, but to get a hold of one of those I think you may have to sacrifice your first born
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I'm having all syncros from 1st through 4th replaced, as well as the 2nd gear syncro hub, all gaskets, seals, pinion bearings, bolts... New rubber boots and drive axle bolts (Stage 8) are going in too. It all started with installation of a Guard Transmissions GT3 LSD, and I figured I might as well change all the wear parts while the tranny was out...
Anyway, I've looked around on Rennlist for info on the amount of power people think the stock 968 6-speed tranny can take, and the highest number I have seen is 450bhp with about 400lbf (I guess a turbocharged engine would be tougher on the tranny than a supercharged one or a naturally aspirated eight). Any ideas, thoughs, opinions?
I realize the turbo s and rs had beefed-up transmissions, but to get a hold of one of those I think you may have to sacrifice your first born
Anyway, I've looked around on Rennlist for info on the amount of power people think the stock 968 6-speed tranny can take, and the highest number I have seen is 450bhp with about 400lbf (I guess a turbocharged engine would be tougher on the tranny than a supercharged one or a naturally aspirated eight). Any ideas, thoughs, opinions?
I realize the turbo s and rs had beefed-up transmissions, but to get a hold of one of those I think you may have to sacrifice your first born
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My guess is there is at least 2 Turbo S Replica's running them. Just curious, it sounds like you have had a near complete overhaul of your trans, what is a ball park price for that? If you don't mind me asking.
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I'm just happy I can hit the track again, and really look forward to finally being able to hook up after the apex
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quite expensive stuff. But, as a reminder your tranny will be good for next 10-15 years if used correctly, so not so big annual cost for the fun. thanks for sharing the repair costs.