what is your Ultimate SVX transmission package

[herffstyle]

Anyone who has experienced both the stock SVX trans and something different in an SVX:
Post up what your ultimate transmission package would be and why.

I'll be swapping a new package into my 96 svx.
I cant decide if i want to go manual or 4.44 auto. So i'm hoping others might shed some light with their personal experience.
(also what gear ratios and diff ratios do you prefer for 5 speed)
I have driven Stock, and 2 different 5 speed Svx's.
I really hope to run 6 or 8lbs of boost in the future, nothing radical just a little extra go power.
My tranny upgrade budget is $1500 for parts. My labor is free.

thank you
Steve

[Sean486]

Originally Posted by herffstyle

Anyone who has experienced both the stock SVX trans and something different in an SVX:
Post up what your ultimate transmission package would be and why.

I'll be swapping a new package into my 96 svx.
I cant decide if i want to go manual or 4.44 auto. So i'm hoping others might shed some light with their personal experience.
(also what gear ratios and diff ratios do you prefer for 5 speed)
I have driven Stock, and 2 different 5 speed Svx's.
I really hope to run 6 or 8lbs of boost in the future, nothing radical just a little extra go power.
My tranny upgrade budget is $1500 for parts. My labor is free.

thank you
Steve

Be aware that putting a manual transmission in a 96 will give you a check engine light.

I have a 4.44 auto which is nice compared to the stock, and gets even better with the subiechips tcu and a quick change kit, but overall I like the WRX 5 speed swaps best, that is what I would go with if doing it again. I didn't like the 6 speed I drove as much, but that may because I am not used to 6 speeds and heavy clutch.

[Crazy_pilot]

I love my 6-speed but I can see how it wouldn't be for everyone. With the short shifter and upgraded bushings it's extremely raw and the responsiveness of the car changes completely. It becomes very snappy and can be a bit jumpy at low speeds. The clutch is heavier than most but has excellent feel. My Legacy also has a 6-speed so the two cars feel remarkably similar.

The 6-speed is also expensive as f***. The swap cost more than the car.

[Sean486]

Originally Posted by Crazy_pilot

I love my 6-speed but I can see how it wouldn't be for everyone. With the short shifter and upgraded bushings it's extremely raw and the responsiveness of the car changes completely. It becomes very snappy and can be a bit jumpy at low speeds. The clutch is heavier than most but has excellent feel. My Legacy also has a 6-speed so the two cars feel remarkably similar.

The 6-speed is also expensive as f***. The swap cost more than the car.

That's true, definitely a premium cost on them. Probably a much better choice for a boosted engine.

[92 SVX]

I agree with crazy, I love my 6 speed with short throw, but then again I am not your average driver. I think for simplicity 4.44 auto would be good way to go, especially with a 96 because of the check engine light as mentioned. but WRX 5 speeds also are good. I have not driven any manual svx except mine but I have driven a few wrx's

[WYOSVX]

I have the WRX 5 speed in my '97. I wanted the best I could get, the meanest, toughest, baddest shifting car the SVX could be. Then I found out that you don't necessarily get higher gearing, you get more responsiveness throughout the same range by having the extra gear. Considering the limitations of the stock engine, I figured the 5-speed would be more than enough and it is soooo much more fun than the auto was. It seemed to me that the 6-speed was meant more for a boosted, hard-core SVX. Just my opinion on what I wanted. The 5 speed is a blast, transforms the car, without putting it in the hyper aggressive range. It feels right for my car. Unfortunately, the 5 speed definitely leaves me wanting more power. I can't imagine what the 6 speed would do to me. Sorry, don't know my gearing.
And, the CEL is on, though we took a stab at a solution. Eventually, I'll pull the bulb.