w58 or r154?

bbullsj · 03-04-2012, 06:18 AM

ive been looking for a turbo 5 speed to replace my automatic. i have the pedals and slave cylinder off another car but am having trouble finding an r154 trans under a grand. i have a w58 out of a n/a supra and am probably gonna put that in but i had some questions about the clutch and flywheel. i am going to install a lightweight flywheel and a new clutch. i was told i would have to use a turbo flywheel but an n/a clutch? anybody have any correct or have tried advice on what will work?

worm611 · 03-04-2012, 01:35 PM

You see them forsale on forums usually about every week. Anywhere from 350-800 depending on condition, rebuilt, etc. Shipping could get expensive but maybe a 100 mile drive or so would save you some decent cash.

Check out the other supra forums as well. I'm starting to see a lot of good stuff go for pretty cheap, I assume due to the economy.

cre · 03-04-2012, 06:28 PM

I'm pretty sure you'll need the N/A flywheel too... If memory serves me correctly there are clearance issues with the W58's bellhousing and the R154's flywheel. You may be able to run the N/A clutch disk in the R154, but I think that's the end of it.

Ranma · 03-04-2012, 07:14 PM

Guys it would be easier to buy an car already with a 5 speed and turbo. What you are doing is an act of self punishment.

Green7mgte · 03-08-2012, 04:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Ranma

Guys it would be easier to buy an car already with a 5 speed and turbo. What you are doing is an act of self punishment.

BOO to you, nay Sayer ! =)
I've been toying with the idea of converting my automatic to manual..
and yes I did think it would be ezier to just buy a 5 speed supra. But whats the fun in that =)

Ranma · 03-08-2012, 02:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Green7mgte

BOO to you, nay Sayer ! =)
I've been toying with the idea of converting my automatic to manual..
and yes I did think it would be ezier to just buy a 5 speed supra. But whats the fun in that =)

Oh, suppose it is "fun" to some one who likes to punish themselves

Have enough fun with my guy as it stands.

bbullsj · 03-09-2012, 03:09 AM

the only reason im converting it is b/c i have an entire n/a manual parts car to switch the parst off of, and b/c this car is rust free and its in really good shape.

so if im going to use the n/a 5 speed stick with n/a flywheel and clutch?

Ranma · 03-09-2012, 02:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bbullsj

the only reason im converting it is b/c i have an entire n/a manual parts car to switch the parst off of, and b/c this car is rust free and its in really good shape.

so if im going to use the n/a 5 speed stick with n/a flywheel and clutch?

What year is the parts car? I need the part that goes behind the license plate for my 86.5. I am trying to make him stock by removing the 89 lens.

bbullsj · 03-09-2012, 09:37 PM

it is an 87 or 88, i dont remember which.

03-04-2012, 06:18 AM	#1
bbullsj Intake Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 42	w58 or r154? ive been looking for a turbo 5 speed to replace my automatic. i have the pedals and slave cylinder off another car but am having trouble finding an r154 trans under a grand. i have a w58 out of a n/a supra and am probably gonna put that in but i had some questions about the clutch and flywheel. i am going to install a lightweight flywheel and a new clutch. i was told i would have to use a turbo flywheel but an n/a clutch? anybody have any correct or have tried advice on what will work?

03-04-2012, 06:28 PM	#3
cre Toyota Racing Development Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 5,038	I'm pretty sure you'll need the N/A flywheel too... If memory serves me correctly there are clearance issues with the W58's bellhousing and the R154's flywheel. You may be able to run the N/A clutch disk in the R154, but I think that's the end of it. __________________ If something breaks or you need to contact a member of the administration please post HERE. Unless it's a private or administration matter please post it on the forum. It benefits no one else if car related questions aren't posted for future users and takes away from the time I'm able to spend helping on the rest of the forum. If you're so inclined I'm always more than happy to accept tips via PayPal. Tip Jar --->

03-04-2012, 07:14 PM	#4
Ranma 12psi boost Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Claremore, OK Posts: 326 Blog Entries: 10	Guys it would be easier to buy an car already with a 5 speed and turbo. What you are doing is an act of self punishment. __________________ 1986 Mk III MA70 7MGE Targa Top 5 Speed Stock Exhaust

03-09-2012, 03:09 AM	#7
bbullsj Intake Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 42	supra the only reason im converting it is b/c i have an entire n/a manual parts car to switch the parst off of, and b/c this car is rust free and its in really good shape. so if im going to use the n/a 5 speed stick with n/a flywheel and clutch?

03-09-2012, 09:37 PM	#9
bbullsj Intake Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 42	supra it is an 87 or 88, i dont remember which.

03-04-2012, 01:35 PM	#2
worm611 Stock Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Ephrata Posts: 13	You see them forsale on forums usually about every week. Anywhere from 350-800 depending on condition, rebuilt, etc. Shipping could get expensive but maybe a 100 mile drive or so would save you some decent cash. Check out the other supra forums as well. I'm starting to see a lot of good stuff go for pretty cheap, I assume due to the economy.

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