Transmission swap-ability?

[diesel-pusher]

Got a nice 2000 Prizm. Three speed auto. Want to swap a four speed auto into it. Thoughts? Advice? Secrets? Straight bolt-in?

Thanks,

Ed

[michael9413]

Prizm???
Engine model???

3Speed auto??? With OD???

[diesel-pusher]

Prizm = Chevrolet Prizm = Corolla

1.8 vvti, as in Corolla

Three speed automatic, thus no overdrive.

Want to switch to four speed automatic WITH overdrive.

Looking for answers on compatability, etc.

[michael9413]

Hmmm... engine model???
must have engine nodel to find one suitable gearbox for it

Err.... Chevrolet is using toyota engine?????

[diesel-pusher]

Chevrolet or Geo Prizm's have always been Corollas. They're built in the same plant, just slightly different trim, etc. Mechanically the same, to my knowledge. Type engine? 1.8 DOHC four. VVTI, no belt. I don't know what the engine "code" is. It's just a little cheapo car we bought to tow behind our motorhome, and would like to pull the three speed and pop in a four speed. We only paid $3500 for it, perfect condition and low miles. Year 2000. I see transmissions on ebay for $250, so why not swap it if that's doable. Should be a very simple job and only take a few hours to do. Now, are they swappable?


Ed

[1990geo5speed]

yes chevy uses toyota engines and tranys in the prizm and the pontiac vibe

[michael9413]

So i think you can find one gearbox of it..
buy the 4 spd- auto with od... or 5 spd manual

[diesel-pusher]

So, anyone know if I can straight across swap out a four speed auto for the three speed it has now????


Ed