Is it possible to change a B18C engine or B16A2 engine to Automatic?

**xnewbie** · 29-09-2011 08:36 PM

Hey guys i have a DC2 GSI which is currently in Automatic. I was planning on getting a B18C1/2 engine however my wife can't drive manual so i was wondering is it possible to combine my B18B gearbox + LSD with the B18C1/2s? Please no haters

I wanna have a car that has power and that my wife can drive. Thanks

**Glocker** · 29-09-2011 08:53 PM

Teach her to drive manual. Problem solved without any headaches.

**ACTI0NMAN-1** · 29-09-2011 09:00 PM

yes. b series gearbox's will mount to b series engines. i suggest you search as its been covered many times. even try google.

**xnewbie** · 29-09-2011 09:01 PM

Originally Posted by Glocker

Teach her to drive manual. Problem solved without any headaches.

I been trying for the past couple months. She gave up and like i don't want to get rid of my car

**xnewbie** · 29-09-2011 09:02 PM

Originally Posted by ACTI0NMAN-1

yes. b series gearbox's will mount to b series engines. i suggest you search as its been covered many times. even try google.

I've tried google, didnt come out as much results as i wanted.

**Indie** · 29-09-2011 09:17 PM

Originally Posted by xnewbie

I been trying for the past couple months. She gave up and like i don't want to get rid of my car

How much will a transmission swap cost you, I wonder? Might it not be more cost-effective to run a second car?

**xnewbie** · 29-09-2011 09:22 PM

Originally Posted by Indie

How much will a transmission swap cost you, I wonder? Might it not be more cost-effective to run a second car?

i have a thing about owning 2 cars. And i gotta quote from a friend, transmission swap to manual will lay me back approximately $1-$1.5k. I reckon its worth it

**Super-DA9** · 30-09-2011 12:29 PM

keep in mind that the auto will rob you of A LOT of the B18C's acceleration and it won't feel nearly as powerful.

**jdm18c** · 30-09-2011 01:06 PM

probs best to get another car not really worth the headace.

**chauster** · 30-09-2011 01:10 PM

Buy a vtir for yourself. That way you have a car to yourself and can mod it whichever way possible. Vtir only about 6k if not less

**Super-DA9** · 30-09-2011 01:25 PM

Originally Posted by chauster

Vtir only about 6k if not less

depends on condition though, good condition ones can be up to $10,000 asking price.

just gotta look out for the deals

**IV73CI** · 30-09-2011 03:05 PM

Changing from Manual to Auto transmission will cost you an arm and leg - Auto tranny, removal of clutch pedal, shift linkage changes, ECU changes etc.

if you are going to keep your existing Auto tranny and shift linkages, shifters and pair this up with a B18Cx (DC2 Manual)motor then yes its possible but yet again, you will need to use a AUTO DC2 ECU - in which i dont think DC2's came out in Auto option.

as from what other people are saying, your better off buying another car which has an AUTO tranny - would be the best and cheaper option than buying / sourcing a DC2 B18Cx motor.

otherwise buy a Skyline GTS4 in Auto & 4WD .. LOL