HarrisonTX Posted October 31, 2005 Share Posted October 31, 2005 So, i think ive changed my mind from the t-56 to the t-5. So Does anyone have some good info for my archive, or any good t5 installation links? Yes, ive searched Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheelman Posted October 31, 2005 Share Posted October 31, 2005 Any more specifics on what exactly you're planning? I used a T5 with my 1995 LT1 and had to source several parts because it's a non-standard combination. Used an 83-89 Camaro bellhousing, WC T5 from 89 TransAm, standard clutch fork, throwout bearing, slave cylinder, light 16 lbs externally balanced 305 flywheel, standard clutch disk/pressure plate and Wilwood 3/4" master cylinder. Everything bolted together and works fine. I did have to remove the clutch pedal stop so I had enough travel, but thats because of the master cylinder I used. I would make sure to find a World Class T5 if at all possible but be ready for a long search. Took me 3 months to find the one I got. I lucked out because the guy who was selling it pulled it from an 83 Camaro so thought it was a Non-World Class tranny. I had him give me the ID number from the small tin tag and used it to verify it was actually from a 1989 TransAm. I got it for 1/3 of the going price because the guy didn't know what he had. I didn't use the JTR tranny crossmember but modified the stock Datsun one by slotting the tranny mount and the hole it mounts to in the crossmember and then welded up a couple hangers that ended up about 5 inches back in the tunnel from the original Datsun hangers. I have some pictures somewhere if you want to see them. Turned out much better than I anticipated and the drive line angles are well within tolerances (100 mph run verified no driveline vibrations). Wheelman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarrisonTX Posted November 1, 2005 Author Share Posted November 1, 2005 Well, i think im gonna get a non world class, wait till i blow it, then send it too g-force, and have them build it. I plan on a 302 sbc... A 305 flywheel, thats a smart idea, i thought about spending hundreds to get an aluminum of the same wieght, i could just use a 305 flywheel, good idea. Some pics would be great, or any websites you used, thanks man.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikelly Posted November 1, 2005 Share Posted November 1, 2005 We're using a Gforce in Jim McNemar's Zcar and I'll be using a TKO600 in mine. We went with a Lakewood bellhousing but the hydraulic slave we were using apparently wasn't up to the challenge. It was a HOWE unit... Now the instructions CLEARLY state not to use that bearing in a high HP car... But the installer used it anyway, after calling me and discussin getting a Mcleod unit. Now Jim's car won't go into gear and is leaking fluid... Won't hold any clutch pressure. Go with the Mcleod hydraulic bearing or go through the motion and find an external slave that will work... I'm going to go that route, and source a slave cylinder from a third generation Corvette or a Datsun Pickup truck. If you're gonna run a 305 chevy, you'll probably be just fine with just a WC T5. The torque won't kill it, and the car is much lighter than the camaro the tranny was rated for. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheelman Posted November 1, 2005 Share Posted November 1, 2005 If you decide to use the 305 flywheel be sure to get the correct one for your application. I'm running an LT1 so I needed one that was externally balanced, you may not need this depending on the setup of your engine. Wheelman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nissan-Fan Posted November 1, 2005 Share Posted November 1, 2005 Ok, can i get this straight? you can not simply bolt a T5 on a 70's 350? i would really prefer a standard tranny in my Z, and i cant really afford a T56 right now.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheelman Posted November 1, 2005 Share Posted November 1, 2005 Yes, you can bolt a T5 to a 70s era 350. I had to find the correct parts to work with my setup because the normal configuration for a 90s LT1 is either a 4L60E or a T56. If you use an 83 - 89 Camaro/TransAm T5 bellhousing it will bolt right to the 70s 350 block, then you just make sure you have the correct flywheel and clutch package for your engine and you should be fine. Just make sure the spline count/size of the T5 input shaft and the clutch disk match. Wheelman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heavy Z Posted November 1, 2005 Share Posted November 1, 2005 Well, i think im gonna get a non world class, wait till i blow it, then send it too g-force, and have them build it. NWC and WC tranny cases aren't the same. If you want to have it rebuilt by g-force, start w/ a WC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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