Is a manual transmission cheaper to replace than an automatic?
Transmission replacement costs also vary widely, but manual transmissions typically are cheaper, falling into a rough range of $1,500 to $3,000 for non-luxury vehicles. Automatics are more expensive, with a range of roughly $2,000 to $4,000 for a re-manufactured transmission for most vehicles from mainstream brands.
How hard is a transmission swap?
The swap itself isn’t too difficult if you have some basic mechanical ability. I did an auto to manual swap about 10 years ago and it’s still running great to this day. Overall I would say a GS-R transmission is the best since it is good for both NA or forced induction applications.
Can a manual transmission be used on a Mustang?
Switching gears via a manual transmission is not for everyone. That is why an automatic transmission is a popular option in late model Mustangs. The automatic transmissions used in the latest model Mustangs are much more sophisticated. In many cases, they can even outperform their older siblings when compared stock to stock form.
When to change the transmission fluid on a Mustang?
Premium brands have shown to reduce wear and reduce friction. If you have the budget and drive your Mustang hard you may want to consider them. At 100K miles you will want to change your automatic transmission fluid. Even if you drive a manual transmission, changing the fluid is also a good idea.
Can a car be converted to a manual transmission?
Converting a vehicle with an automatic transmission to a manual is usually not particularly cost-effective, nor is it particularly easy. But sometimes, it’s simply the only way. If there’s a car you have your eye on that’s very rare, you may only get a chance to buy an automatic transmission variant.
When did the Mustang AOD transmission come out?
Mustang AOD Transmission. The Automatic Overdrive or AOD transmission made its Mustang debut in 1984 behind the CFI equipped 5.0L Fox Body and was also available in this configuration in 1985. 1986 saw the AOD behind the SEFI 5.0L H.O. In 1988 a rear lubrication system was integrated to extend service life.