Can you open a Getrag gearbox and change its bearings?

[markjborg]

Hi everyone,

I wish to rebuild my gearbox as it sounds like a tractor and was wondering if its possible to be opened and rebuild with new bearings...

My mechanic is saying its not possible but I believe it can be done.

Can anyone shed some light please? Its a 2004 Getrag box.

Thanks

[mab01uk]

This link is mainly Midland gearbox but there is some Getrag info/links that may be of help. Don't see why a Getrag gearbox can't be rebuilt, others seem to?
Early MINI Rover Midland Gearbox - Forums

They appear to rebuild them here:
MINI COOPER AND MINI ONE GEARBOXES | BMW MINI | MIDLAND GEARBOXES | EXCHANGE | North west | manchester | oldham | UK | Engines | Mini | cooper s | diesel | automatic |