swiftstu Posted September 24, 2021 Share Posted September 24, 2021 Hi all, Just looking at doing my W58 swap and thought about having the gearbox reconditioned before it goes in as I don't know how long it will last / what the inside looks like. I've had a few places just refuse to do it as the parts aren't available. I've had a good local place say, if I can get the parts they'll rebuild as much as I want. Anyone able to either recommend a place who can definitely do it, or a place which will supply up to and including a full rebuild kit - I can only find small bearing kits etc on places like ebay. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silber Supra 97 Posted September 24, 2021 Share Posted September 24, 2021 Hello, I'm not located in your country, but I have rebuilt a few V160s and the W58 wouldn't be a large hassle. Just need one specific tool for removing the 5th gear. Rebuilding differentials is also something that I am proficient at. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swiftstu Posted September 27, 2021 Author Share Posted September 27, 2021 On 9/24/2021 at 4:54 PM, Silber Supra 97 said: Hello, I'm not located in your country, but I have rebuilt a few V160s and the W58 wouldn't be a large hassle. Just need one specific tool for removing the 5th gear. Rebuilding differentials is also something that I am proficient at. Expand Thanks - Not something I wanted to do myself though, just looking for an expert who can, or an expert who can if I buy the parts. Appreciate the response! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted September 27, 2021 Share Posted September 27, 2021 Paul Cheshire would be your man I believe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swiftstu Posted September 28, 2021 Author Share Posted September 28, 2021 On 9/27/2021 at 5:16 PM, Swampy442 said: Paul Cheshire would be your man I believe Expand Thanks @Swampy442 that's amazing! - not 100% who that is, but is it you @Paul -C-? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griffsplace Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 Hi guys. Parts are available from USA (see ebay) , did mine last winter. This guy knows his stuff and i just followed his process and rebuilt mine, not for the faint hearted but perfectly do-able. How To Rebuild a Toyota W58 5 Speed Transmission - Part 1 - YouTube The real PITA was it still is still noisy in neutral. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 No mate, I used to know him as Polo, turns out he's still @Polo lol. He does 6 speed rebuilds so should be straight forward 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwilkinson Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 (edited) Quite a few people on here have used Paul Cheshire for gearbox rebuilds, engine rebuilds, restoration work etc. He has just rebuilt my V160 and refurbished a load of parts for my car. I'm very impressed with his work and attention to detail. https://www.pcheshire.com/ Edited September 28, 2021 by mwilkinson (see edit history) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swiftstu Posted October 4, 2021 Author Share Posted October 4, 2021 On 9/28/2021 at 6:07 PM, griffsplace said: Hi guys. Parts are available from USA (see ebay) , did mine last winter. This guy knows his stuff and i just followed his process and rebuilt mine, not for the faint hearted but perfectly do-able. How To Rebuild a Toyota W58 5 Speed Transmission - Part 1 - YouTube The real PITA was it still is still noisy in neutral. Expand Thanks for that - I've watched those videos.. I'd need a bravery injection first I think Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swiftstu Posted October 4, 2021 Author Share Posted October 4, 2021 On 9/28/2021 at 6:49 PM, Swampy442 said: No mate, I used to know him as Polo, turns out he's still @Polo lol. He does 6 speed rebuilds so should be straight forward Expand Fab - Thanks, I had a chat with him late last week. Really nice guy, and very knowledgeable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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