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what kind of trans should i use?

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Old Dec 18, 2011 | 10:10 PM
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Let my friend use my car first mistake cuz it came back on a tow truck. Didnt pull the trans yet but im pretty sure it needs one you can see something popped a hole in the case. im wondering what would be the best setup to use. i plan on running a mild turbo set up in the summer
 
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Old Dec 19, 2011 | 11:33 AM
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Use the 3.55 tranny. They are better for turbo neons.
 
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Old Dec 19, 2011 | 04:49 PM
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Do you kno what trim neon they cam in?
 
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Old Dec 20, 2011 | 11:19 AM
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The 3.55 came in all SOHC neons, with the exception of the ACRs.
 
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Old Dec 20, 2011 | 02:17 PM
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What do you think would be my best route as far as boosting a sohc?
 
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Old Dec 20, 2011 | 02:43 PM
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It will all have to be custom as there are no more aftermarket kits for the neon any longer. You may find a used kit on ebay or other forums, but you won't find a new one. One easier route would be to swap a DOHC head on your car and use the SRT-4 turbo as it bolts directly to the head. Of course, there is much more involved but that is the quickest and one of the cheaper routes to go.
 
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Old Dec 20, 2011 | 09:50 PM
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Will I have a problem finding parts if I swap to the dohc head?
 
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Old Dec 20, 2011 | 09:52 PM
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You shouldn't. If so, let me know and I can help you out. Read the sohc to dohc head swap from the stickies up top.
 
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May want to consider a 2.4L engine...
 
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Old Dec 21, 2011 | 08:10 AM
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i was considering the 2.4 swap but how much of the sohc wiring harness will work. ive heard its fairly easy if your swapping it with a dohc
 
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