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Originally posted by skline
I am thinking about flipping the ring and pinion in an Audi 5000 trans and installing it in my car so I would have an automatic. I know this mechanic that thinks he can do it. Anyone ever done this before?
Not that I've heard of. But if you flip the R&P, you'll have four speeds in reverse. Or a 911 auto trans. The Audi gearbox is in the same orientation as the 914 one, so you don't have to mess with the direction of rotation.

I'd love to see one that was done and worked!

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