Identifying a gearbox

[Nickolas (Nick Saltarelli)]

The two gearboxes are likely identical, otherwise interchangeable.

Ref:

Gearbox Serial Numbers

Not quite correct. Early 4.2 E-type OTS and FHC on introduction in Oct 1964 used EJ prefix gearboxes exclusively. The 2+2 when introduced in March 1966 used EJS prefix gearboxes exclusively. The xJ denoting standard ratio, but later in retrospect, are now considered Close-Ratio. From about Oct 1967 onwards, the OTS and FHC got EE prefix gearboxes - the xE denoting 'Wide Ratio". 2+2 stayed with EJS. From about March 1968 (so last of the Series 1-1/2), and for all Series 2 E-types the OTS/F…

Note that you’ll also need the bell housing.