help, 4thgen LSD transmission vs 01 LSD transmission
05-27-2011, 01:59 AM
#1
help, 4thgen LSD transmission vs 01 LSD transmission
I have a 01 20th aniverasry 5 spd.
I need a transmission and cant find a replacement. Thinking of maybe using a 4th gen vlsd trans if possible?
What are the differances in the 4th gen vlsd transmission from the 20th aniv trans like i have ?
will my axles fit or is one of them going to be to long ?
Any info would be helpfull. Theres alot of vlsd threads but I just cant seem to find the answer im looking for.
I need a transmission and cant find a replacement. Thinking of maybe using a 4th gen vlsd trans if possible?
What are the differances in the 4th gen vlsd transmission from the 20th aniv trans like i have ?
will my axles fit or is one of them going to be to long ?
Any info would be helpfull. Theres alot of vlsd threads but I just cant seem to find the answer im looking for.
05-27-2011, 05:46 AM
#3
The 95-01 manual transmissions were interchangable, only difference being the locking vs non-locking diffs. In your case as long as you get one with a locking diff from an i30 or another AE one you will be fine, axles will fit, and have no problems. 
05-27-2011, 02:53 PM
#6
To update the thread , I ended up purchasing a new transmission right from nissan. Rebuild prices were alittle high and I wasnt really sure on what shop I could trust. So my *** is sore but after going back and fourth alot , and lots of calls to my local dealerships, one of them actually beat Daveb's and courtesy nissans price !
On that note, I might try to sell my VLSD . NEEDS differential bearings , would be a good score for someone that can do the work themselves.
Im thinking of asking 300$ if anyone is interested. If not I might take it aprt myself and try myself and maybe have a spare ? hehe
05-27-2011, 03:42 PM
#8
I thought about it, I could use the extra gear on my long highway rides. But all the parts really add up unless you have a donor car to pick from.
I just didnt want the headache.
Just bummed cause it sets my S/C plans back till maybe next summer or never... o well. Time to tune the vafc and enjoy it as is.
I just didnt want the headache.
Just bummed cause it sets my S/C plans back till maybe next summer or never... o well. Time to tune the vafc and enjoy it as is.
05-27-2011, 05:49 PM
#9
i know for a fact i answered this question at length in the other thread where you asked this same question yesterday.
also i've answered it about 10 other times too. including in the VLSD sticky thread at the top of the All Motor forum.
http://forums.maxima.org/all-motor/3...swap-info.html
the short answer is yes it will work.
also i've answered it about 10 other times too. including in the VLSD sticky thread at the top of the All Motor forum.
http://forums.maxima.org/all-motor/3...swap-info.html
the short answer is yes it will work.
05-27-2011, 06:06 PM
#10
I cant source one but good luck , drove 2 hours yesterday to RI. Just to get there and the place was trying to scam me. It wasnt a vlsd, I noticed right away when I saw the drivers side seal wasnt as big. And I also brough my drivers side CV with me to double check . And It did not fit.
My differential bearings are shot. Main shaft is fine, but the diff has alot of play.
To update the thread , I ended up purchasing a new transmission right from nissan. Rebuild prices were alittle high and I wasnt really sure on what shop I could trust. So my *** is sore but after going back and fourth alot , and lots of calls to my local dealerships, one of them actually beat Daveb's and courtesy nissans price !
On that note, I might try to sell my VLSD . NEEDS differential bearings , would be a good score for someone that can do the work themselves.
Im thinking of asking 300$ if anyone is interested. If not I might take it aprt myself and try myself and maybe have a spare ? hehe
My differential bearings are shot. Main shaft is fine, but the diff has alot of play.
To update the thread , I ended up purchasing a new transmission right from nissan. Rebuild prices were alittle high and I wasnt really sure on what shop I could trust. So my *** is sore but after going back and fourth alot , and lots of calls to my local dealerships, one of them actually beat Daveb's and courtesy nissans price !
On that note, I might try to sell my VLSD . NEEDS differential bearings , would be a good score for someone that can do the work themselves.
Im thinking of asking 300$ if anyone is interested. If not I might take it aprt myself and try myself and maybe have a spare ? hehe
Just out of curiosity, how much did the tranny run you? And which dealership gave you the better price?
05-28-2011, 04:49 AM
#12
I should of asked for the vin before driving out but didnt think about it.
The other is in PA which would be a 4hr drive for me. And had 100k for $1200
So I just bit the bullet and I know Ill have a good trans that will last, thanks for the replies everyone .
Last edited by maxspeed96CT; 05-28-2011 at 04:51 AM.
06-12-2011, 05:08 PM
#16
I'm wondering...
Why do you want a LSD? To say you have it? If you really want it so bad why not get another low mileage 5mt and get a quaife? Why not get another maxima? They're much better things to be doing with 1200.....
Why do you want a LSD? To say you have it? If you really want it so bad why not get another low mileage 5mt and get a quaife? Why not get another maxima? They're much better things to be doing with 1200.....
06-12-2011, 06:29 PM
#18
you can use 4th gen trans on 5th gen. The VLSD are VERY hard to come by and most salvage yards can't even tell the difference and would rip you off with an open diff. I was lucky to source one mad local off an I30 few years ago when my open diff blew on the highway. still amazes me that i was so lucky to source an M/T the next day, let alone an LSD. mine blew because of head bearing too, so it is a commong problem from what I know.
you can always order one from courtesyparts or autozone for shy of $2000. not sure if you want to spend that kind of $$$ but FWIW, they are rebuilt and come with warranty.
you can always order one from courtesyparts or autozone for shy of $2000. not sure if you want to spend that kind of $$$ but FWIW, they are rebuilt and come with warranty.
Last edited by QT1 5MT AE; 06-12-2011 at 06:33 PM.
06-12-2011, 11:35 PM
#19
That still didn't answer my question... Why do YOU want a LSD transmission?
Also (a quality) rebuilt transmission > something that's been sitting around for ages with low mileage.
Quaife > Stock VLSD.... Which doesn't have a warranty...
Better yet, give me $1200, i'll rebuild you one badass 5mt transmission.....
Only trying to help, wishing you the best man.
you can use 4th gen trans on 5th gen. The VLSD are VERY hard to come by and most salvage yards can't even tell the difference and would rip you off with an open diff. I was lucky to source one mad local off an I30 few years ago when my open diff blew on the highway. still amazes me that i was so lucky to source an M/T the next day, let alone an LSD. mine blew because of head bearing too, so it is a commong problem from what I know.
you can always order one from courtesyparts or autozone for shy of $2000. not sure if you want to spend that kind of $$$ but FWIW, they are rebuilt and come with warranty.
you can always order one from courtesyparts or autozone for shy of $2000. not sure if you want to spend that kind of $$$ but FWIW, they are rebuilt and come with warranty.
, from what I've noticed there's always a VLSD sitting around nearby, usually just one, just have to look for it.... really hard....
Last edited by aackshun; 06-12-2011 at 11:42 PM.
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