Burton Power now offers a partial gear kit for the Sierra Type 9 gearbox which is designed to lower the ratio of first gear from a short 3.65:1 to a much more useable 2.98:1.
The kit includes a brand new mainshaft first gear and a used layshaft cluster that has been modified and fitted with a new first gear. The remaining gears do not require replacing.
Order as part number GBT9200 at £301.50 inc VAT.
The Ford Type 9 5 Speed Gearbox (also referred to as a ‘Type N’ gearbox in some workshop manuals) was Ford’s first RWD five speed box. It was based on the four speed Type E and features a cast iron main case with alloy tail housing.
This gearbox is the most commonly used for five speed conversions on older vehicles, not just for classic Fords but for other classic makes such as MG and Triumph as well as kit cars. A four wheel drive version of this box was also available and was fitted in early XR4x4 and Granada Mk3 models.
Further details contact Burton Power on 0208 554 2281 or www.burtonpower.com ENDS.