S14 gearbox from breakers yard - questions ??

[jonbills]

Not sure why they’d go to the hassle of having an excellent box replaced with a rebuilt one in the first place?

I think many would, just #becauseResto

 

[Huw]

I think many would, just #becauseResto

I would, especially if the new one was shinier than the old one

 

[AD240Z]

It never rains ..........

Datsun 240/260/280Z 5 Speed Gearbox | eBay

Bought secondhand, cleaned and painted ready to go into my 260z, however instead I upgraded to an S13 gearbox instead, so I haven't tried this one out, although it all turns smoothly and all gears can be selected.

www.ebay.co.uk

200sx ca18det 5 Speed Gearbox Manual s13 Upgrade for Datsun 240z 260z | eBay

200sx ca18det Gearbox Manual s13. I bought it as a secondhand spare as I had upgraded my Datsun 260z to an S13 box during restoration. This would make an ideal upgrade for a Datsun 240z or 260z. (requires original and modified S30 bellhousing).

www.ebay.co.uk

 

[Albrecht]

One of the great mysteries of the universe is why people will cite vehicle type codes ('S13', 'S14' etc) and engine type codes ('CA18DET' etc) in order to identify a transmission, rather than identify the transmission in question by using its correct type code.

 

[SeanDezart]

One of the great mysteries of the universe is why people will cite vehicle type codes ('S13', 'S14' etc) and engine type codes ('CA18DET' etc) in order to identify a transmission, rather than identify the transmission in question by using its correct type code.

At least you got us all to quote 'S30's now and not Zs

 

[Rob Gaskin]

I've had a few S14 gearboxes and as has been said they are a very decent upgrade. However if that ebay box is indeed EXCELLENT then it's worth considering. The problem is how do you quantify excellent.

Bear in mind that this box is being sold as a known excellent box. Your original post was about a 'breakers' box so they may not have known it's condition. It was £375 but it would cost more than £500 to get it fitted (prop, gearbox mount, machining of bellhousing, reverse light switch etc). Then the lever gaiter will not be an exact match.

If you could haggle on the S30 box it may be a good option if you only use your car on the road for touring.
It all depends on how excellent it is?