g200 gbox????

isuzu_gem · rice boy Joined: 29 Apr 2003 Posts: 39

is there any difference between a g200 5 speed and g161 5 speed???? (ratios, strength)????

Dave · tinkerer Joined: 04 Oct 2001 Posts: 322

Theoretically, most SOHC G200s are installed with a minimum of fuss - as you well know, the standard Gemini gearbox (late TX onwards MSG 4 speed or MSG 5 speed) will bolt straight up to a G200.

These are usually sourced from Rodeos, which may use a different gearbox, especially if they are 4WD or column-shift manual. So it's pointless changing the box.

Therefore, unless the car or engine/gearbox mechanical package have been lifted straight from a Japanese-spec G200 Gemini, the odds are that most G200s going around are using the standard Gemini 4 or 5 speed.

That's a bit of logic (which I'm not too good at), but when I dropped in a G180 in my old panno, I just got it dropped in and went. That's the beauty of them!

Benjamin · backyard mechanic Joined: 05 Oct 2001 Posts: 525

I now have 2 5speed boxes. One of which (in behind the G200 at the moment) has a shorter 1st meaning a bigger jump to 2nd. The other box out of a TD wagon has closer 1st and 2nd. I am assuming either will fit.

isuzu_gem · rice boy Joined: 29 Apr 2003 Posts: 39

ok i got both a g161 box and g200 box i just want a long first gear 2 load up the motor more (turbo) but was also after any strength advantages as well between the g161 and g200 box thanks 4 the help

TXcoupe · petrol head Joined: 05 Oct 2001 Posts: 1675

you want a early model box the one with two bolt holes holding the shifter down and with reverse left and down.