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Elva Transmission Swap

RixElva

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Hi All.

First post - look forward to some expert advice.

Have a 1963 Elva Courier. Synchro's going in original 4 speed trans. Tucker at Autosport inc recommends rebuild. Have had good luck with 5 spd conversion for MGTD. Have not driven car since rear end replaced with 3.9 gearing. Tucker says that will improve cruising at speed. Tucker knows these cars extremely well and I respect his opinion BUT can't get 5 spd out of my mind. Any one have any experience with any of this? How about MGB overdive replacement? Thanks.
 

waltesefalcon

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First, let me say welcome to the forum. I can't claim to have any experience with Elvas but if it were me I'd seriously consider going with the five speed conversion. A five speed will give you higher gears for the high way and won't take away from your low end in first.
 

DrEntropy

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Welcome, Rix!

Pipe up in the Racing section of the forum, Michael Oritt and some others would likely be able to suggest options.
 
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