W/C T-5 trans mounting question

[BWRex]

In order to fit the t56,you need to remove the stock trans mounts on the sides of the tunnel.What about the T5?Anyone with T5 fitment issues?new T5 mounts?any photos or info would be appreciated!

[wheelman]

I had to remove those side mounts on my 73 240 to mount the T5. I didn't use the JTR mount but moved the Datsun crossmember back about 4-5 inches in the tunnel. I have some pictures somewhere I'll try to find and post.

 

Wheelman

[Zerrari GTO]

wheelman- please post some pictures if you can find them; I would like to see your setup.

 

Thanks!

[wheelman]

Here are the pictures of my crossmember setup.

 

 

I used the stock Datsun crossmember, slotted the center hole in it so I could move the mount left or right as I needed and also slotted the holes in the mount to match up with the flange on the transmission.

 

I've trimmed up the mounts since I took the pictures but you'll get the idea.

To make the hangers I cut some 3X3 1/8" thick tubing to make a u-bracket which I then welded to some 1/4" plate. Each hanger is bolted to a plate through the tunnel wall to add extra bracing. I'm contemplating welding the external plate to the tunnel wall but wonder if it would add much more strength. I used washers as spacers on the bolts that hold the crossmember to the hangers to eliminate front to rear movement.

 

Let me know what you think.

 

I should really take some more pictures to show the exhaust pipe clearance this setup provides.

 

Wheelman

[strotter]

With the JTR-type mounts, no, you don't have to cut anything off. However, you'll need to "persuade" the area around the bellhousing.

[BWRex]

It looks real good,almost 'stock'.did you have to modify the original crossmember other than the slotting?Also,does the T-5 normally sit off to the passenger side?Any mods to the clutch linkage?If possible,could you give me a quick rundown on your parts list,master cyl.,slave cyl.,fittings?My 71 Z came with an auto trans.:(JTR doesent really specify.

[Trevor]

Also,does the T-5 normally sit off to the passenger side?

 

Per the JTR method, The engine and transmission are offset about 1" to the passenger side for steering column clearance.

[wheelman]

BWRex,

I used a stock Camaro slave and a Wilwood 3/4" master. I followed the JTR method to connect the hose to the slave and the Wilwood came with a double flare fitting that was compatible with 3/16" brake line. I had a local hydraulic supply store make me up a line, cost about $20.00. If I had it to do over again I'd use a 7/8" master, the 3/4" gives a very long pedal travel and I was forced to cut the stop from the floor.

 

The only mods to the crossmember were slotting the hole on the top where the mount connects and opening up the hole below that so I could get a wrench on the nut.

No mods to the clutch linkage.

 

Strotter,

Even if I had tried to use the JTR crossmember I would have had to remove the ears from the tunnel, either that or bend them over to clear the side of the tranny.

I did have to clearance the area close to the slave cylinder mount to make room for the clutch fork as you state.

 

Wheelman

[BWRex]

Thanks for the info fellas,I'm going to go with wheelman's set up since it looks like a stock setup,not to mention a lot stronger in terms of the mounting of the crossmember versus the JTR style,IMO.A little more work,but a lot nicer,I think.Also it looks like you can easily squeeze dual 2 1/2" exaust if not 3" if you wanted to,and still be above the framerails.If you've got the time Wheelman,snap a couple photos,I'd like to see the setup.You're using the stock clutch pedal assembly I would assume?Other than the bigger master,any mods to that?