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Early 5-speed tranny

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Opinions welcome... even desired!!
I have come upon an Early 5-speed FXR Transmission Case, with covers, and some "stuff"
I am contemplating a winter project putting it together.. maybe with late "guts" and mainshaft... maybe Not.
How many feel this is Futile? I'm thinking I may end up with nothing but a Boat Anchor... as I have yet to hurt mine...another seems redundant!!
so... Two Fold... Stock '79 to'84??? or updated? or... do something More constructive???????
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Depends on what it is. Other than the main shaft and some upgrades or downgrades to the main drive gear over the years, the gear sets are the same.

Early 84 and back, its a shovel style trans with a keyed shaft. That's about it. Late 84 is only late 84 and needs a late 84 primary. The 85 is also just 85. 86 on, and you have something to work with. But at the prices they bring, you can't afford to fix much and make a profit.
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