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ShawnAzzopardi
30-01-16, 07:19 PM
Would Corsa B transmissions fit a Nova? Or would the axles and such not bolt in?

Thinking of possibly sourcing a transmission out of a Corsa B 1.7TD, or a 1.5TD
millworm
30-01-16, 07:32 PM
Should fit fine
ShawnAzzopardi
30-01-16, 07:48 PM
Should fit fine
Would I need to switch over hubs and everything, or just a transmission in and out and keep the same everything?
mk1nova_rich
30-01-16, 08:52 PM
The gearbox will fit, as will hubs if you keep them in the Corsa steering knuckles but the Corsa shafts are too long for a Nova
ShawnAzzopardi
30-01-16, 09:01 PM
The gearbox will fit, as will hubs if you keep them in the Corsa steering knuckles but the Corsa shafts are too long for a Nova
Hmm..don't know if the benefits of this upgrade will outweigh the price. I'll do more research before acting on it.

Unrelated question. Most times when I start, and very rarely when driving, the battery light and (!) light will pop on, but then go off. What could be the culprit? Loose belt? Alternator on the way out?
mk1nova_rich
30-01-16, 09:18 PM
What are your reasons for wanting to fit Corsa bits?

Have you got a multimeter to check voltage from the alternator?
ShawnAzzopardi
31-01-16, 07:45 AM
What are your reasons for wanting to fit Corsa bits?

Have you got a multimeter to check voltage from the alternator?

I believe I have an F10 with my 1.7TD. Just want more strength and longer ratios in the box.

Sadly, I don't.
mk1nova_rich
31-01-16, 08:39 PM
Surely you must have at least an F13 to be on a TD?!
Stuart
31-01-16, 08:45 PM
There are not enough differences between the f10/f13 and f15 to give a torque capacity change lol

anyway, any small block gear box will take your nova shafts so there is only the box to buy and fit. Job done
Andy
31-01-16, 09:04 PM
What is the point in this change?