Hey viewers,

I have a question about the Z31 manual transmission. Is there a way to tell the difference just by looking at it, or is there a product number somewhere?

As far as I've read, the Z31 had 3 different transmissions:

FS5W71C - For the non-turbo Z.
FS5R90A - For the '84-'86 manual turbo Z.
FS5R30A - For the '87 - '89 turbo Z.

Does anyone know if these serial numbers are actually written on the transmission case?

I'm on the market for an FS5R30A, but I want to make sure I get the right one first, especially if it's already been removed from the vehicle.

Any suggestions?

Thanks

Go here:
http://www.az-zbum.com/information.transmission.shtml

Be very wary when trying to purchase the 30A. Many people will try to give you the 90A. They have no idea there is a difference between the 87-89 and 84-86. You can even tell them there is a difference and they will give you the wrong one. Happened to me three times in my quest for one. I eventually got mine off e-bay, from a fellow z31 owner.

Hey Drifter.

I checked that link out. I saw those pictures, but I didn't realize until I checked again that the lower 3 photos are of the 30A. It looks like the case itself is slightly different.

Just another question. I'm considering maybe picking one up off ebay if I can't find one at maybe a parts yard. Is there anything I should carefully check before I put down money on one? The condition of the gears etc?

Finally, just curious, how much did you pick yours up for?

Thanks again,

Dave