2005-7 Impreza 2.5L 4.11 switch?

[daluvabull]

My research shows that a 2005-07 Impreza 2.5L auto transmission should have the 4.11 final drive. A 4.11 rear diff gear set has already been installed in my SVX with a previous transmission that has been rebuilt twice. Do you think that this would be a good replacement? One was found with 11197 miles for 399 + 125 shipping. Would it be more benficial to install a 4.44 transmission and differential for $785 shipped? Any idea on how many hours either switch would take.

I really do appreciate your time and knowledge.

Jeff

[huck369]

It won't be a "Plug and Play" swap, as the newer transmissions have different electronics....
Young Tom has done one on Melis's SVX, so he can probably help you with the details...

[daluvabull]

What would be the last year that would enable plug and play?

Which is better the 4.11 or 4.44?

THANKS

Jeff

[huck369]

The last year for a "plug and play" would be 98.5....if it has a screw on filter on it, it is NOT plug and play.

I myself think the 4.44's are best, as they creat less strain on the transmission...but if you do more highway driving the 4.11's will do a little better on MPG

[daluvabull]

THANKS, perhaps a 4.44 switch would be best...