I think somebody surfing around here has a 2.5T with a 5 speed. I think Marshall Booth also has converted one as well.

JMHO but I see no negative to ANY car with a manual. I understand the argument that an auto can keep the turbo spooled, but if you shift a manual such that the turbo drops out, you are doing something wrong.

Lots of Cummins Dodge pickups are sold with manuals. So for that matter is every 18 wheeler.

Sholin

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