Fitting a tip gearbox - can it be done?

[altreed]

I have a c36 and am wondering how difficult/expensive would it be to fit a tiptronic 5 speed to a c36.  It currently has a 5speed, but I drove my brothers new c200k with a tip box and would like one in my c36.

Is it a nasty job or a relatively straight forward exchange?

Has anyone tried just a task before?

any hints appreciated.

Thanks

 

[fuzzer]

Fitting a tip gearbox

Ive had a tip box before on my a class , its a toy you use for a week and thats it ....

 

[imported_dieselman]

Fitting a tip gearbox

The gearbox is the same only the selector is different and possibly the ECU.
As Fuzzer said "it is a toy". The car works best if left to it's own devices.  Use Drive only.

 

[Dave B]

Fitting a tip gearbox

There's also the dash (selected gear)  display to consider....though it may not be entirely necessary.  Have to agree with others, its a nice toy to play with occassionally, but realistically it'll spend most of its time in D.

(Edited by Dave B at 7:33 am on Oct. 27, 2002)

 

[altreed]

Fitting a tip gearbox

I'd be interested in making the change if it is easy, I have tried using stick shift, in prep to 'blast past' those annoyng Porches, but it is easy to accidently drop to the wrong gear.  I feel that the tip would be an easier tool to use.

I agree that 99% of the time 'D' is perfect, but the odd occasion I want to preselect.

Does anyone know the best place to seek professional advice on the modification?

Many thanks
Dave