Converting
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Converting
I have a question for yall. I was wondering how much work it would take to convert my 2001 F-150 5.4 4x4 automatic into a manual transmission?
And how much do yall think it would cost?
Thnx for any feedback!
And how much do yall think it would cost?
Thnx for any feedback!
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well i like manual transmissions better and i thought it would be cool to do ya know have something different then everybody else!
so what do you think?
do yall think it would cost under $4,000?
i know itd take alot but.......
so what do you think?
do yall think it would cost under $4,000?
i know itd take alot but.......
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Buy a 79 F150 with everything manual for 4000.00 or less, and really have something different than everyone else.
I am sure you can find a good used manual for 1000 or less and a couple of thousand for labor.
You might have to do some computer work or replace yours to a manual one, but I am not sure.
Try it for sure.
I am sure you can find a good used manual for 1000 or less and a couple of thousand for labor.
You might have to do some computer work or replace yours to a manual one, but I am not sure.
Try it for sure.
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haha ya i would love a 79!! but ive driven this truck since new with 151,000 miles and id hate to just sale it just like that! and im kinda curious to see how long shell last! 
but ya it would literally be my dream truck if it was a manual!
ive put a lift and big tires on it so i think a manual tranny would just make her perfect!
thnx for the help i figured it would cost around $4000 but i was just seein if anyone else has done this or knew anything about it.
but ya it would literally be my dream truck if it was a manual!ive put a lift and big tires on it so i think a manual tranny would just make her perfect!
thnx for the help i figured it would cost around $4000 but i was just seein if anyone else has done this or knew anything about it.
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F150's never came with a manual transmission behind the 5.4L. So you would have to look for a tranny out of a 5.4L SuperDuty. The wiring harness would also be a plus...
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Then the question is if the SuperDuty manual tranny will even fit into the F-150 chassis. Good luck!!!! 
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Originally Posted by KingRanchMan02
Then the question is if the SuperDuty manual tranny will even fit into the F-150 chassis. Good luck!!!!
AND...with the length of the transmissions being different, you will need new driveshafts made for the front and rear.
Are you sure you are up to the task? It would be cheaper to sell your truck and find a 5.4L/6-spd F250.
JMHO
