I put a used Muncie Getrag from an 87 Cimarron in my Formula, having a defect 3rd synchro. I bought Rodney's conversion kit.

I am in process for a 4.9 swap so I am wondering if it will be a good move to have the original MG2 rebuild to go with the 4.9.

This transmission has about 108k miles, and as far as I know, has never been molested. Previous owner is and old lady, do not laugh, it is a true story.

The only known problem is with the 3rd synchro.

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4.9 ongoing project

[This message has been edited by falcon_ca (edited 11-14-2009).]

quote Originally posted by falcon_ca: I put a used Muncie Getrag form an 87 Cimarron in my Formula, having a defect 3rd synchro. I bought Rodney's conversion kit. I am in process for a 4.9 swap so I am wondering if it will be a good move to have the original MG2 rebuild to go with the 4.9. This transmission has about 108k miles, and as far as I know, has never been molested. Previous owner is and old lady, do not laugh, it is a true story. The only known problem is with the 3rd synchro.

should be fine, rebuild it bra!

Sunday night bump

Definitely rebuild it... or replace it if the cost of the rebuild is too high. As a frame of reference, ManTrans sells rebuilt HM282 transmissions for around $1000 shipped.