Ford T-5
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Ford T-5
Just wondering if anyone is running a T-5 from a mustang in their truck? I had a t-18 in my 67 and I swapped it out for a Toploader 4 speed but I have a T-5 lying around that I think would make a better choice. I know I have to get an adapter ( I dont want a hydralic clutch), Make a crossmember Change pilot bearing, and shorten the driveshaft. I put a bench seat out of a big 67-72 ford truck that has a section cut out of that so I know the shifter will clear. But has anyone done this before, did you have any problems, good bad results?
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I'm also interested in putting a T-5 in my '71 f100. I was wondering why you don't want a hydraulic clutch. I was considering replacing my old clutch linkage with something a little more up to date (ie cable linkage). How much more work is involved? I don't know if I should just leave the old mechanical linkage alone.
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If you plan on keeping your foot on the gas the T-5 may not last too long behind a 351. Especially if you have modified it and can get the rear to hook. A Tremec would be a more reliable choice and gives you the option for 3 different shifter positions.
As far as the clutch goes, you can use your current mechanism and bellhousing if you get an adaptor plate. This is a real popular swap in classic mustangs. You could also adapt the cable clutch from a late model stang.
As far as the clutch goes, you can use your current mechanism and bellhousing if you get an adaptor plate. This is a real popular swap in classic mustangs. You could also adapt the cable clutch from a late model stang.
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Well first let me say I didn't want a hydralic clutch because I dont want anything else mounted on the firewall and I like whats already there. As far as the t5 goes for holding up, The engine is hopped up but its not a drag truck. All in all I'd rather have the tremec too but the price is a little too much for me. I believe they are around 2k?
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Actually, the last time I checked $ on the Tremecs they weren't any more expensive than a new T-5. I think it was less than $1500. As far as the T-5 holding up, I had a '88 5.0 and only made minor modifications like headers and stuff, and it was all that the T-5 wanted. It was starting to show all the tell-tale signs of chewing itself up. I didn't race it or beat on it either. The T-5 was been built w/several torque ratings and iirc the one I had was the 2nd highest rating that Ford built as original equipment. Depending on what year/application your T-5 is will make a huge difference in it's ability to handle your truck. Remember that you are not only most likely making more power than whatever the T-5 was originally behind, but also your truck weights quite a bit more than a mustang and therefore you will be consistantly transmiting more force through it than it's original application.
