i don't know much on this, but you can put a short shifter on there, 6 speed is not worth the work, quaife limited slip diff. is best mod for MTX, you can add a tranny cooler, aftermarket clutch (i think), and even some lower gears.
98.5 SVT
91 Escort GT (almost sold)
96 ATX Zetec (i brake to watch you swerve)
FS: SVT rear sway bar
WTB: Very cheap beater
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