ajh Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Does anyone know what my transmission options are with a 300TDI? I know the HS2.8 has an 'ISO' bellhousing, any idea if the clutch housing on that will fit a 300 block? I'm going to be running a 300 with a BW and am looking for a smooth shifting transmission that will be more car-like than tractor like... you know, with working shift gates.. Being a bit stronger than an R380 would also be good, looking at something solid and able to handle say 200hp/300ft-lb though with a vehicle that is about 1200lbs lighter than a 90.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSD Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 It should be possible to use any hs2.8 flywheel housing with a 300tdi, the differences are small. I don't know what options that brings to the table. HS2.8 was used in South American Ford Ranger, and I think the HS2.5 was in the Merc Sprinter in the same market. No idea what transmissions were used with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajh Posted August 26, 2017 Author Share Posted August 26, 2017 For some reason I wrote ISO when I meant SAE bellhousing; which I presume since it is a standard it should take a lot more transmission options. I just don't have much experience with which might fit. Presumably I could also just make an adapter plate too, and another for the TC mounting which is fine.. but which transmissions would be suitable in general? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retropower Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 A suffix k or L r380 in good condition will handle that no problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajh Posted September 4, 2017 Author Share Posted September 4, 2017 21 hours ago, retropower said: A suffix k or L r380 in good condition will handle that no problem. Yes, I understand that. However in this vehicle having one that is smooth shifting and hopefully a modern 6-speed would be preferable. Something where clutching to shift isn't absolutely needed for example. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arjan Posted September 4, 2017 Share Posted September 4, 2017 I doubt the 6-speeds will be a good match to the Tdi. More gears keeps the refs down - what they needed to meet the EURO emmision norm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajh Posted September 5, 2017 Author Share Posted September 5, 2017 (edited) Yes, however I do have some idea of what I'm doing. This engine will have a 4000rpm limiter, and be running in the 190-220hp range. Close ratio is what i'm looking for, final drive ratio will eventually be corrected with R&P swaps. I'm also running the D2 suspension set-up (more or less) at stock height and only running 33-34" OD tires. Edited September 5, 2017 by ajh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverik Posted September 8, 2017 Share Posted September 8, 2017 I was reading in another thread MDM engineering do a conversation kit for the "PUMA" transit 6 speed gearbox to a 300tdi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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