W50 gearbox

**B.O.F.52** · 15-01-2009, 10:55 AM

I have a 1980 hilux 2wd RN40 with a 18 R-C with the linkages really sloppy and a suspicion the selectors are worn, I have difficulty in finding 3rd and hard to put in second while changing down. Also I would like to know if a W50 gearbox would bolt in without any modification what so ever?

**CrUZida** · 15-01-2009, 11:47 AM

What gbox is in there now ?

W40 ? or something different?

**B.O.F.52** · 15-01-2009, 12:00 PM

Wouldn't have a clue as I have just bought it.I assume it is a L41,That's what is on the compliance plate!

**CrUZida** · 15-01-2009, 12:07 PM

Hmm, never heard of an L41, so I can't help you there!

**Norbie** · 15-01-2009, 08:46 PM

I'm guessing it's a column shift since there was mention of linkages? In which case there would obviously be modification involved with a W50 which is floor-shift only. It will bolt straight up to the engine though provided you get one from an RA23/RA40 Celica.

**crowncustom** · 17-01-2009, 03:30 PM

W50 box will bolt straight in,use same tailshaft,clutch from the old column shift and your away.
Oh and remember to cut a hole in the floor to accommadate the gear shift

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Thats the only mod that is needed.
Cheers Brett.