So I was driving down the street and my car grinded gears and started reving and that was the end of it, I have a CVT so automatic trans of course but i grained and replaced the trans fluid and still know luck. So im looking to swap it completely... I know everyone says its not worth it and to just go buy a new mini but i rather do this. I heard theres some Vtech motors that can fit but the trans too? i know i want to do this and it will be expensive but i will find way i just need as much help as i can please!!

 

The tranny swap is to a r53 6 speed....
Never heard of a VTEC in a r50/53/52....think those stories are from a "classic" mini...there is IS a common swap...

 

Yep, most swap in the 6 speed Getrag. Here's more info:


https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ll-how-to.html

 

@zippynh there are k swaps on minis ive seen a couple of videos and they rip!

 

Im working on finding all the parts but the thing is im trying to switch the autonatic trans for the 6 speed manual, so are there more parts im going to need

 

Main extra parts compared to 5-speed to 6-speed conversion are the pedals,
and also, someone has to reprogram the ECU for auto to manual use, including
some wiring harnesses. Talk to Way Motor Works, as he has done more than
a few. I think I have my parts list on the last few posts of this thread for my
Midlands to 6-speed Getrag conversion. Also get a copy of "Fixing the weak link"
pdf.
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...-how-to-5.html
http://personal.stevens.edu/~jdunn/F...heWeakLink.pdf