Can a 914 trans be used in a 911

[Tidybuoy]

I have a side shift transmission listed on E-Bay.

I got a question asking if this will fit in a 72 911.

I have no idea if the 914 transmission will fit in any 911's. I always figured the the gears were in backwards because the engine and trany are in backwards in a 914.

Does anyone know the answer to this question?

Thanks...................Vern

[Joe Bob]

Yup...it fits...but will give you five reverse gears unless the ring gear is flipped....

[Dave at Pelican Parts]

And you will want to replace some of the shift mechanism that is inside the gearbox. Especially if you start with a side-shift transmission.

IMHO, not worth the hassle.

--DD

[Jared at Pelican Parts]

Dave's right.

It's really more work than just finding another 911 box. You'll need to flip the ring gear, get a different rear cover, chasnge the shift mechanism internals and also, I believe the gear ratios were different for the 914 as well..