What gearbox version do I have?

[shiftlocked]

Taadaaa


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[Khare]

8v

[shiftlocked]

Cool, I never knew that if it wasn't signposted it was an 8v anyways.  I'm sure i've seen some cars that have the 8v badge on them.

So now we know the car, how do I find out what gearbox I need?  The garage down the road said something about a sticker in the boot?

[boneybradley]

you need an 020 type from a 2.0 (there are a few 3 digit codes that don't really mean alot! and wont affect fitment)
just dont get a diesel or 1.8 box as the ratios will be out

[Khare]

16v and VR6 02A

8v and any other model 020

[shiftlocked]

Thanks guys for being helpfull and patient getting this sorted for me.

Whats your take on getting a box from Ebay or is it better to ask in the classifieds on here?

Im also assuming that 020 is a different code than AAZ, CHD etc?

[boneybradley]

Im also assuming that 020 is a different code than AAZ, CHD etc?

AAZ, CHD is the gearbox type....although they are all 020 type boxes with no significant differences

I will say always replace the clutch (using the gearbox code to get the right one) and buying a used box is pure luck unless you can see/hear or better try it running! (ebay or breakers here are the same)

[wrobstar21]

but dont some gearboxes have different codes according to age?

eg: 02A CDA

i need a new box and clutch for my valver asap

[dom]

Dom are you feeling the Christmas spirit? You're being really helpful and i haven't seen you say SEARCH once yet! 

Only just seen this post, cheeky f*cker 

[Mew]

Have you replaced all of the gear linkages?