I am interested in building a Mini V-Tec, but I prefer an auto trans. Everywhere I've looked says you need a manual, is there a reason for this?
May be a noob question, but thanks for answering anyway.
Only reason is, it is not a popular choice; probably a lot heavier and slower too. I do not know anything about the Honda automatics, or if they will even fit. Actually, I don't even know if you can get an automatic for the B series VTEC motors? If so, They would be rare.
Last edited by steve; 07-27-2010 at 02:10 PM.
I don't think it would be that much heavier, but I'm not looking to race. I may go with a D series anyway as it will cost a lot less. I'll let you guys know as I figure it out
Just go for a D series, it's still fast and it's cheaper to maintain and to toy with!
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Most people are building a vtec mini for performance reasons so not many choose automatics. The auto trans are a little heavier and larger than the manuals. Fitment may be an issue in the standard frames that are available. You might have to modify a minitec or go the custom route. Honda auto trannies don't do very well on modified engines either as they can't hold much power. With a stock motor they are fine.
B series vtec auto transmissions were available in other parts of the world and most importers have or can get them.
By the way Fury I'm doing one Auto transmission for my old man's Mini, And guess what? it fits in my subframe well! will post picture soon.
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Cool. That would be a great city car.
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