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[Rosssco]

I didn't realise Alfa used an auto version of the M32 gearbox - look like a hydraulically-operated automated manual which may not be quite as tragic as the typical torque convertor slush box.. Probably still tragic.. https://www.ebay.co....FEAAOSw5IJWeAq3

[Johnboyhgt]

That will have come over from the147 and 156. it was bloody awful !!

 

Destined for the 159 and Brera.

Edited by Johnboyhgt, 26 January 2018 - 02:40 PM.

[BadCop]

Will it directly fit the Z22SE?

 

Bolt and starter pattern looks the same.

[christhegasman]

Hmm be nice if this would fit had a couple of Alfa with the selespeed box and they are not as bad as people say once you get used to it If this was a sensible option it would help as I am struggling with the clutch after breaking my ankle Feel the vx might have to go eventually 😡

Edited by christhegasman, 27 January 2018 - 01:10 PM.

[vocky]

I cannot see any reason why it would not fit a vx220, obviously it would need the Lotus Europa M32 driveshafts and gearbox mounts, Z22SE M32 flywheel and clutch, plus whatever is required for the gear shift mechanisim.

[christhegasman]

Hi I guess that could be done but that I think would cost more than my vx would be worth Might have to consider a z4 or something

[vocky]

it would not be cheap, especially the Europa parts

[christhegasman]

it would not be cheap, especially the Europa parts

Thats what I thought

[The Batman]

I have a spare m32 gearbox Mount

[siztenboots]

Hmm be nice if this would fit had a couple of Alfa with the selespeed box and they are not as bad as people say once you get used to it If this was a sensible option it would help as I am struggling with the clutch after breaking my ankle Feel the vx might have to go eventually 😡

Add a clutch servo

[Arno]

The extra reservoir and pump/valve gubbins on the front may make it a tight fit to the chasssis beam/fueltank, but likely the hardest problem would be the control system as it may well have fairly tight integration with the original Alfa systems.

 

That usually takes a bit (lot ) of time and effort to make a transmission system like that cooperate 'nicely'. May also need some hooks/interaction with the ECU, usually for some torque reduction at shift moments.

 

Bye, Arno.