X15R 6 speed automatic trans

[JCSuperbad]

Has anyone done any research on the GM X15R 6 speed tranny fitting the SSR?
http://www.hotrodlane.cc/
John

[Greg Ducato]

Supposedly Street and Performance of Mena Arkansas have a computer that will run both a late LS2 engine and the new 6 speed automatic. There are currently no other support systems available for this trans and it has unique physical and mounting characteristics which do not allow easy retrofit where the 4 speed automatic was removed. This is especially so in a vehicle like the SSR with very limited floor to trans clearence to begin with. I personally don't think the performance gap is great enough between the two to warrant the trouble and expense of conversion.

[JCSuperbad]

Thanks Greg. I originally wanted to install a 6 speed manual, but consider this to be an easier mod. I really don't mind the mods accept if I would have to modify the floor.
John

[Greg Ducato]

At least if you go six speed manual all parts can be purchased from salvage or new and you will not have any fabrication or adaptation to consider. Going to a six speed automatic is just two more gears of the same sensation, for me that is not worth reinventing the wheel.