If I was building a lakester or RMR or such. I might look at an Audi transaxle. 6 speeds. Probably to top two are OD. Very close coupled design if you can deal with the rear overhang.
Hey Rich, I found that Audi box here in South Africa. The company said they'd sponsor me with the box no problem.
I was going to jump on it but I've learned a few things from the wizards here.
I'd have to redesign the chassis. The side shaft location would require shortening the wheel base by about 3 feet and all the hardware would interfere with my headers, waste gates etc.
Real bummer but I don't have the ball bearings to tackle that mod.