6-speed conversion

**speedracer25f** · 02-05-2010, 09:00 AM

I have a 98 Ls1 automatic, and I was curious if anyone has converted and automatic to stick and how much trouble it was. I had an 89 6cyl auto, and dropped in a 350 with a 5 speed and it was easy, but didnt know if the newer style would pose more problems.

**SHines-IT** · 02-05-2010, 09:07 AM

You would need a new computer also, it's not worth it. Just sell it and buy an stick, lol.

**Mr. Luos** · 02-05-2010, 09:15 AM

Mind me asking exactly why you want to swap in the 6 speed?

It can be a pain in the ass. Personally...get a shift kit and stall on the auto and enjoy.

**justinmc978** · 02-05-2010, 09:17 AM

Originally Posted by Mr. Luos

Mind me asking exactly why you want to swap in the 6 speed?

It can be a pain in the ass. Personally...get a shift kit and stall on the auto and enjoy.

this x2

sticks are overrated, dont let anyone tell you otherwise

**Hi-Po** · 02-05-2010, 09:34 AM

Originally Posted by SHines-IT

You would need a new computer also, it's not worth it. Just sell it and buy an stick, lol.

What are you talking about? Bad information.

You will not need a 'new' computer OP, Just a simple flash of a 6 speed car on your exisiting ECM. 5 minute deal.

Keep the auto though. Get a tune, a gear, stall and I bet you will be happy with it.

**Spaz** · 02-05-2010, 10:03 AM

you're going to spend probably 4-5k to have it done... i'd jsut buy another LS1 with a 6 speed or modify the one you have now... i higher stall, a shift kit, and 3.73 rear gears would start your car along the path to becoming a monster...

**justinmc978** · 02-05-2010, 10:08 AM

Originally Posted by Spaz

you're going to spend probably 4-5k to have it done... i'd jsut buy another LS1 with a 6 speed or modify the one you have now... i higher stall, a shift kit, and 3.73 rear gears would start your car along the path to becoming a monster...

yeah also with an auto--->6 speed swap, you'd almost have to change the rear gears just to get an advantage out of the different trannys, unless you just like haveing a shifter to play with

**Zinergy** · 02-05-2010, 10:10 AM

Originally Posted by justinmc978

this x2

sticks are overrated, dont let anyone tell you otherwise

Lol, everyone has personal preferences. Not everyone wants a track monster. I had a stalled auto formula nad a m6 T/A, both were mid ot high 12 cars the stalled auto was .3 faster than the best time in my m6 but i would take the m6 in a heartbeat.

**justinmc978** · 02-05-2010, 10:13 AM

Originally Posted by Zinergy

Lol, everyone has personal preferences. Not everyone wants a track monster. I had a stalled auto formula nad a m6 T/A, both were mid ot high 12 cars the stalled auto was .3 faster than the best time in my m6 but i would take the m6 in a heartbeat.

i know but people get unfairly ridiculed for opting for an automatic, it is absolutly all preference,

**Mean Green Z28** · 02-05-2010, 10:19 AM

Did mine (and a few in the past) and have gone both ways; keep your head out of the gutter, I'm talking transmissions ... lol

You don't need a PCM, you just need to have it reflashed with a M6 tune. There's a few wiring related things you need to take care of; to get reverse lights, clutch pedal safety switch/etc. installed and working, but it's easy and doable even at home. PM me if you really get to doing this and I can guide you through it if you need help.

BTW, I prefer the manual but I'd drive an auto and have no issues with it. Drove my Camaro with the Auto for 6yrs before I swapped the LS1 and a Manual in it and frankly miss it sometimes when I have to deal with traffic

**speedracer25f** · 02-05-2010, 10:42 AM

Reason is my auto is giving me problems, doesnt shift at WOT, hits the rev limiter. Was weighing my options between fixing up the auto or going 6 speed. Already have the stick rear in it.