What cars have the E153 transmission?

E153

  • XV20 (1997-2001) Toyota Camry V6.
  • XV20 (1999-2002) Toyota Camry Solara V6.
  • SW20 (1990-1999) Toyota MR2 Turbo.

What is a W55 transmission?

The Toyota W55 transmission is a reliable 5 speed manual transmission that was first launched in the early 1980’s. This Toyota 5 speed transmission is what’s known as a known as a three – shift type – Meaning it has an input shaft, an output shaft and a counter gear.

How much power can E153 handle?

MWR’s E153 swap kit allows you to install the bulletproof 91-95 Toyota MR2 Turbo transmission in your Elise or Exige. This transmission has been known to handle the power and abuse of 700-800hp drag cars weighing nearly 3000 lbs over the years without a problem.

Will my VIN number tell me what transmission I have?

Unfortunately, this is not required by the NHTSA VIN standard. Some OEMs still use the same 10-digit VIN patterns for automatic and manual transmission vehicles, meaning that VIN alone will not be enough to determine the vehicle’s transmission type.

What digit in a VIN number is the transmission?

Digits in position 4 through 9 make up the Vehicle Description Section (VDS). The fourth through eighth digits describe your vehicle’s model, body type, restraint system, transmission type, and engine code. The ninth digit is the check digit, which is used to detect fraudulent VINs.

Is a W55 a good transmission?

First introduced in the early 1980s, the Toyota W55 transmission was a 5-speed manual gearbox that has proven itself to be very reliable over the years.

How do I know what transmission is in my truck?

The simplest way to find your transmission type is to look in your owner’s manual. Your manual should have the name and type of transmission, along with service information. If you’ve misplaced your owner’s manual, most trucks have a white label printed on the inside of the driver’s door.

Will VIN number tell me transmission?

How much HP can W55 handle?

Its been discussed that the W55 transmission can hold ABOUT 300/350whp. Some have gotten more some have broken 3rd with less. There is a grey area that exists because of treatment of the tranny and other unforseen variables.