I got tired of lying in the mud every year or so at the junkyard looking for a 5spd. The last one I pulled, I took staight to the gear shop and had them do an overhaul. They replaced the bearings and seals and its been ok for about 4years now. The last 3 5spds that blew up on me failed because of the bearings. I also dont try and launch like I'm at the drags at every stoplight anymore, either. that helps