Transmission options
I need some input about manual trans choices.67 Tempest Sprint 6, stock Q-jet manifold & split dual exhau...Read More
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IMO you can't go wrong with the 3:08. If you wish to go back to a stock trans, you know I have a date correct 3spd out of a low mile 67' Tempest. Make me an offer, it's just sitting here. Read More
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JeffI found a WC T-5 with shifter out of an 89 F body with a 305 TPI in PA, about 2 hours drive for me.Read More
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I switched from a 2 Sp. auto to a 200-R4, with OD my alternator wouldn't quite charge, radiator not cool enough for Texas.(With Vintage Air.) I get Second Gear scratch now, cruise all day at 2300 RPMs...
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HelloI don't know how far you got on the Trans retro-fit, but here is what I did.On a 68 Firebird, I used a GM WC T5 and a Mustang Tail Housing and Top Cover to move the Shifter Forward.I installed a...
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Hi Dusty How hard was it to swap the tail housing/shifter plate from the GM to the Mustang units? Where did you find one to swap out. My trans is out of an 89 IROC which I believe has...Read More
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Hi Rapdron, and AllI had the Trans. Professionally Built by Liberty Transmissions.I told them what I was trying to do and they built the Trans for me.Cost me $800.00 about 7-8 years ago.My...
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A word of caution: don't mix WC and non-WC cases and tailshaft housings. If you get an early non-WC GM T-5, you'll need the '83-84 Ford T-5 non-WC tailshaft housing as well. On the non-WC, there is a...
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Does anyone have a comprehensive (67) Firebird 5 Speed conversion "How To" that includes all the nuances? Bob
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IIRC all Sprints came with 3:55 gears. I have a 2sp Auto Powerglide out of a 69 OHC if anyone is looking for one.
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Does anyone have a comprehensive (67) Firebird 5 Speed conversion "How To" that includes all the nuances? We have areas in TX that now have an 80 MPH speed limit which doesnt' work well with a 3.55...
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Have you checked the firstgen.org (or something like that) forum? Mechanically installing a T5 (GM version, not Ford, different input shafts) into the car should be a piece of cake. Practically a...
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