What can I replace my M5OD with?
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What can I replace my M5OD with?
On my 94 F-150 the stock M5OD is starting to make some noises and is leaking. I'm looking to replace it with a beeter stronger tranny that will bolt up to the engine and transfer case, linkage, everything. Would a ZF tranny work out of a 3/4 ton? If so what years? Or would an old 4 speed work out of the 80s F-150s if I swaped transfer cases and cut drive shafts also?
Thanks.
Thanks.
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From: Cincinnati
Two answers:
1) "Would a ZF tranny work out of a 3/4 ton?" Yes
2) "What can I replace my M5OD with?" Damn near anything.
The small block pattern allows you to use any transmission that Ford had in trucks. Anything from 1980-1997 will drop in with very little headache.
If you tell us what you would like to do with your truck, we can give you better advice. There is a hot debate about the ZF being better than the M5 right now, and the Ts are good if you like four speeds.
If you tell us more we can help.
Mike
1) "Would a ZF tranny work out of a 3/4 ton?" Yes
2) "What can I replace my M5OD with?" Damn near anything.
The small block pattern allows you to use any transmission that Ford had in trucks. Anything from 1980-1997 will drop in with very little headache.
If you tell us what you would like to do with your truck, we can give you better advice. There is a hot debate about the ZF being better than the M5 right now, and the Ts are good if you like four speeds.
If you tell us more we can help.
Mike
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Then you definitely want to go with either a BW T-18 or an NP435. Both are indestructible, and perfect for the trail. The NP435 has the second lowest granny gear ever made for a truck. Ford used the same tranny in trucks with up to a 26000 GVWR. UPS used them in their delivery trucks for years. If you want strong, look no further.
And junkyards sell them for $300 because they have no overdrive and no one wants them.
And junkyards sell them for $300 because they have no overdrive and no one wants them.
