is a v5 sti gearbox the same as a p1 gearbox? im almost sure that they are but can anybody confirm this for me?

also what is the best option for me? to recondition my gearbox or to buy a second hand one? whats the differance in price?

thanks for any help
phil

 

i "thought" the P1 had slightly longer gearing

 

maybe your rght mate! does anyone know who or where reconditions subaru gearboxs?

 

anybody?

 

im going through api.. abt 900 including VAT thats a exchange unit.. p1 has longer 5th

 

thanks shaggy

 

The P1 box is indentical to the sti5/6 box, it is not longered gear nor does it have a longer 5th. It should have the gearbox code of TY754VBAAA

Banny

 

I stand corrected