Bimmerman Posted May 2, 2006 Share Posted May 2, 2006 Ok I seriouly thinking about going with a T56 in my 240, my question is how hard it is to fit in? All so where would the shifter sit? Anyone here running this trans that can give me any advice? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike kZ Posted May 2, 2006 Share Posted May 2, 2006 Not hard to fit in at all. You may have to hammer in the passenger side tunnel at the firewall a little. The shifter comes out the stock hole. This is with a Gen I engine with a JTR kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bimmerman Posted May 2, 2006 Author Share Posted May 2, 2006 I am running a small block 400. I am not sure which kit was used to put the engine it but it sits pretty far back and low. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bimmerman Posted May 2, 2006 Author Share Posted May 2, 2006 Mike kZ what kind of power are you putting down with that engine? Ours is putting down around 425-445. Do use yours for mostly drag? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike kZ Posted May 3, 2006 Share Posted May 3, 2006 Mike kZ what kind of power are you putting down with that engine? Ours is putting down around 425-445. Do use yours for mostly drag? The engine was dynoed at 435 at the crank. Mostly street, a little drag Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Posted May 3, 2006 Share Posted May 3, 2006 I'm running the T56 with the Gen III LS1. The shifter comes out about 1/2" forward of the original point but still inside the original hole. I have a 280Z, however so things are a little different. I assume you're going to be using the later model T56 that is used with the LS motors rather than the earlier, weaker, unit used with the Gen II LT motors? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bimmerman Posted May 3, 2006 Author Share Posted May 3, 2006 I am getting a new unit from tremec. Since I have a old style block it is actully cheaper than buying a GM model and buying the adaptors. The unit from tremec bolts to the old style housing and use chevy factory clutchs parts, nothing special needed. Plus the new unit it rated at 450 pds of torque. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike kZ Posted May 3, 2006 Share Posted May 3, 2006 The 93 model was rated at 400tq, all other GM models after 93 were rated at 450tq Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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