How do I know if my gearbox is type 9?

How do I know if my gearbox is type 9?

The main differences between Type 9 gearboxes input shafts are as follows:

1. The 2.8 V6 and 2.3 Diesel have long shafts and a long pilot shaft going into the flywheel spigot bearing.
2. The 2.8 V6 has 19 teeth (internal)
3. The 2.3 diesel has 18 teeth (internal)
4. The V6 has a longer front cover tube than the diesels version.

What is a Type 9 gearbox?

The Type 9 was Ford’s first five-speed, rear-wheel-drive gearbox, and it is based on the four-speed Type E gearbox. The fifth, or overdrive gear, was added to the four-speed gearbox by placing it in the extension housing or tailshaft housing.

How strong is a Type 9 gearbox?

The v6 type9 is the strongest but supposedly only good upto about 150ish bhp however some people do use them on 200bhp 24v engines and have no problems but need regular fluids etc. Generally the oppinion is that they aren’t strong enough to handle much more than 150bhp.

Are all type 9 gearboxes 5 speed?

In fact, thanks to its compact nature, the Type-9’s become the default choice of five-speed for almost all rear-wheel-drive classic cars where five gears were never offered as standard. Check out the upgrade kits for all manner of classic marques and invariably you’ll find the Type-9 at the centre of the conversion.

What oil goes in a Type 9 gearbox?

Standard oil grade 75W90 semi-synthetic.

How much does a Type 9 gearbox weigh?

The Type-9 is small and light for a five-speed gearbox, weighing in at just 30 kg.

How much oil does a Type 9 gearbox hold?

Over its production run, several detail changes were made to the Type-9 — including repositioning the filler plug in the casing 4 mm lower down to reduce the oil capacity from 1.9 litres to 1.6 litres, while a rib was added to one side of the alloy tail casing incorporating an oilway.

How much oil does a Type 9 gearbox take?

Oil capacity: 2wd 1.9 litres, 4wd 1.25 litres (plus 0.5 litres in transfer box). Standard oil grade 75W90 semi-synthetic.

What is a bullet gearbox?

Often referred to as the ‘Bullet’ gearbox, although Bullet actually refers to only GT/RS spec three rail boxes that are fitted with close gear ratios as standard.

When did the GMC Sierra type-9 gearbox come out?

The Type-9 was first introduced shortly after the Sierra appeared in 1982 and was a development of the existing, four-speed Type-E gearbox. Though visually and physically similar to the Type-E, the Type-9 featured a slightly-different design casing (though still cast iron), plus an alloy sandwich plate between the rear of the casing

What kind of gearbox does a Ford Type 9 have?

Ford Type 9 Gearbox Guide Ford’s first RWD 5 speed box, based on the Type E. Cast iron maincase with alloy tail housing. This gearbox is commonly used for 5 speed conversions on older vehicles. Some later versions were available with integral bellhousings, although they are more commonly found with removable bellhousings.

How much does a Sierra gearbox conversion cost?

Sierra gearbox in all it’s glory. A £40 bargain. For comparison, a Ford Sierra 5 speed box conversion (top view) and MG Midget box (bottom view).MG bellhousing already fitted to Sierra box Ford (left) and MG Midget (right) clutches. Note the different diameters and centre splines.

When did the Ford Sierra get a 4-speed gearbox?

First introduced in 1983 in the Sierra, its Type-E origins (the Pinto four-speed gearbox introduced in the Mk3 Cortina in 1970) meant that right from the off, classic Ford enthusiasts recognised its potential as a relatively easy to install upgrade for fuss-free cruising on the burgeoning network of motorways in the UK.