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Old 12-17-2012, 11:46 AM   #1
Bugeye386
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Default 6 Speed Swap VS. Buy an STi

Just wondering opinions/input here. I have an 06 wrx tr (50k on the clock) with the following mods:
vf39
STi tmic
GM BCS
Open ECU tune
Spt turboback
hacked intake box
Megan racing coilovers
rota torqe r with 245 re01r's
new head unit and small sub

I want to replace the trans and eventually get a little bigger turbo like an 18g or 20g down the road. I'm worried about the 5 speed right now and don't want to be surprised by it breaking and would rather replace it now and be able to sell my 5 speed cause it is in perfect shape right now. The trans swap would include:
6 speed trans/linkage
sti drive shaft
6 speed clutch and flywheel
dccd controller and switches
r180 and hybrid axles
I estimate that this will cost around 3500 to 4000 to get all this stuff. I can probably get 1200 back for the 5 speed/driveshaft/r160 i think.
I love my WRX now and like the wheels/suspension etc. My question is whether I should invest in this trans swap or just sell my car and put the money towards buying an STi. I'd want an 04 to 07 STi i think, with lower miles similar to what I have on my WRX now. Plus I don't think I can afford anything 08+. I'm looking for all suggestions and comments so lets hear em.
Thanks a lot
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