Engine/Trans combo???
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Engine/Trans combo???
I have a '53F100 and I am wanting a 5 speed manual transmission in it. I have a 351W that will be rebuilt and will most likely include a nice cam to give it a lopey idle and aluminum intake with fast EFI on top. Other than those mods it will be a stock engine.
Will a T5 5 speed out of a v8 mustang hold up with this engine? Anyone else have this combo?
From what I have read, I need to look for a T5 out of a 90 or newer v8 mustang and then find a T5 tailshaft out of a S10 pickup which has the forward shifter location. Do I have that part correct?
Thanks!!!
Jeff
Will a T5 5 speed out of a v8 mustang hold up with this engine? Anyone else have this combo?
From what I have read, I need to look for a T5 out of a 90 or newer v8 mustang and then find a T5 tailshaft out of a S10 pickup which has the forward shifter location. Do I have that part correct?
Thanks!!!
Jeff
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I'm right with you on this setup. I am running a with a 408 Cleveland stroker in front of a T5z out of a 95 Mustang Cobra. Pictures here: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...lt-thread.html
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I'm going with the ZF S5-42 that Rick mentioned in my truck. But... I'm going to use it like the 3/4 ton truck that it is and it needs a real truck transmission. The ZF unit has a creeper 1st gear and it shifts like a truck tranny - the gates are notchy and it will not play nice if you even think about trying to shift it aggressively. In my opinion, it's not what you want in a truck that will be a mild performance-oriented cruiser. A good World Class T5 should stand up to your mild 351 just fine and I think it'll be a lot more fun to drive.
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Another choice would be the Tremec TKO 5-speed. It will handle up to 600 ft-lbs of torque. Their T-5 will only handle 300 ft-lbs of torque. Link here:
TKO 5-Speed Rear-Wheel Drive Manual Transmission
You can buy them from many reputable dealers. Bell housings are available.
Philip
TKO 5-Speed Rear-Wheel Drive Manual Transmission
You can buy them from many reputable dealers. Bell housings are available.
Philip
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I'm going with the ZF S5-42 that Rick mentioned in my truck. But... I'm going to use it like the 3/4 ton truck that it is and it needs a real truck transmission. The ZF unit has a creeper 1st gear and it shifts like a truck tranny - the gates are notchy and it will not play nice if you even think about trying to shift it aggressively. In my opinion, it's not what you want in a truck that will be a mild performance-oriented cruiser. A good World Class T5 should stand up to your mild 351 just fine and I think it'll be a lot more fun to drive.
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I have a '53F100 and I am wanting a 5 speed manual transmission in it. I have a 351W that will be rebuilt and will most likely include a nice cam to give it a lopey idle and aluminum intake with fast EFI on top. Other than those mods it will be a stock engine.
Will a T5 5 speed out of a v8 mustang hold up with this engine? Anyone else have this combo?
From what I have read, I need to look for a T5 out of a 90 or newer v8 mustang and then find a T5 tailshaft out of a S10 pickup which has the forward shifter location. Do I have that part correct?
Thanks!!!
Jeff
Will a T5 5 speed out of a v8 mustang hold up with this engine? Anyone else have this combo?
From what I have read, I need to look for a T5 out of a 90 or newer v8 mustang and then find a T5 tailshaft out of a S10 pickup which has the forward shifter location. Do I have that part correct?
Thanks!!!
Jeff
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I have not gotten much done on my truck in the last 6 months. I am going with the 351w and World Class T-5 out of a Mustang. I have obtained two of the T-5's so I will have a spare if I should have any issues with the primary.
I sure hope to get back working on my truck soon but currently knee issues are really slowing me down!!
Jeff
I have not gotten much done on my truck in the last 6 months. I am going with the 351w and World Class T-5 out of a Mustang. I have obtained two of the T-5's so I will have a spare if I should have any issues with the primary.
I sure hope to get back working on my truck soon but currently knee issues are really slowing me down!!
Jeff
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I have not gotten much done on my truck in the last 6 months. I am going with the 351w and World Class T-5 out of a Mustang. I have obtained two of the T-5's so I will have a spare if I should have any issues with the primary.
I sure hope to get back working on my truck soon but currently knee issues are really slowing me down!!
Jeff
I have not gotten much done on my truck in the last 6 months. I am going with the 351w and World Class T-5 out of a Mustang. I have obtained two of the T-5's so I will have a spare if I should have any issues with the primary.
I sure hope to get back working on my truck soon but currently knee issues are really slowing me down!!
Jeff
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As noted above, the WC T5 will do you just fine. I've used those in a few builds, including a Frankenstein rally build with a highly boosted Volvo engine mated to a WC T5, ford driveshaft into a stock Volvo rear axle. The transmission took whatever I threw at it in really tough driving conditions. And the gear ration in the WC is much better than the standard issue T5 (particularly in 3rd gear).
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As noted above, the WC T5 will do you just fine. I've used those in a few builds, including a Frankenstein rally build with a highly boosted Volvo engine mated to a WC T5, ford driveshaft into a stock Volvo rear axle. The transmission took whatever I threw at it in really tough driving conditions. And the gear ration in the WC is much better than the standard issue T5 (particularly in 3rd gear).
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I have seen some pics on here of a t-5 that was used from a mustang with the mustang tailpiece. The floor had to be cut as the shifter comes up through the floor farther back than the opening but it still came up in front of where the bench seat would be. Right now that is the plan I am going with. If you use the s10 tailshaft, there are other issues with the speedometer gear. Those issues can be solved but I I think it will be fine with the mustang tailshaft.
Jeff
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