Aod To T5 Swap Question

[89Vert5.0]

Wanting to convert from an AOD to a T5 potentially using a T5 conversion kit I found on eBay. It has the following:

Included are the following NEW parts:
nodular iron flywheel for 82 and newer 5.0/302 engine
King Cobra clutch kit w thowout and pilot bearings
new Ford clutch cable
new speedometer cable
USED partss:
bellhousing w block plate, fork, pivot ball, fork cover
shifter boot for console
clutch/brake pedals

My question is whether the items above are truly all I would need in addition to the T5 tranny, and whether or not I would need a new crossmember?

I have an 89 LX 5.0, and a Ford Racing aluminum driveshaft. Thanks.

 

[89Vert5.0]

ttt

 

[86lxhatch]

I'll throw my 2c in here...I just finished a c-4 to t-5 swap in my 86'. First off, all of the parts will need to be compatible with the transmission you will be using. Will you be using a 4cyl., 6cyl., or 8 cyl. t-5 trans? This will affect what pilot bearing you will need to use on the input shaft. Also, the spline count on the trans. input shaft will have to be the same as the number of splines on the clutch disc. You didn't specify which king cobra clutch you will be getting, or the trans. you will be using, so I can only really emphasize that the parts need to correspond to each other...meaning that you cannot put a 10 spline clutch on a 26 spline input shaft...know what I mean? Also, I recommend getting the whole rotating assembly balanced at a machine shop along with the new pressure plate and flywheel. Now we're talking about a possible engine rebuild too...When the machine work is finished, they will usually put a mark on the flywheel, and another on the pressure plate, so that you will line them up properly when you do the final installation. This costs some bucks, but will eliminate any vibrations, or bucking when you drive the car...this is a fairly large job in my opinion, and I'll probably never do it again. I'll just get a mustang that is already a 5-speed...hope this helps, and good luck!

 

[89Vert5.0]

Thanks, I've got the T5 on the way and the conversion kit.

 

[89Vert5.0]

Does anyone know what speedo gear I would need with a T5 and 3.73 gears?

 

[89Vert5.0]

I'm also still curious if the AOD trans crossmember will work with the T5.

 

[chgovfk]

This is what was sent to me - I'm in the same boat for a conversion - not sure if this wil help - but it's good for a list

PKG 450hp 7993 Mus...

MD-552-0251 T-5z, 93 and earlier, Ford motorsport 2.95 w/ .63 od 1 1,295.00

MD-LBS157-50 FW, LBS, 157 Tooth, 50oz, 5.0L only, 10.5" clutch facing, comes with alignment pins. 1 295.00

MD-OKC-SS Clutch Set, Super King Cobra Kit, 10.5" Steel backed. 5.0L, bearings, and alignment tool. 1 265.00

MD-401-1106 Block plate, T-5/T-56/TKO, six bolt 289,302,351,5.0L 1 38.00

MD-401-1101 Bellhousing, Alum, T-5, 93-earlier Mustang, 6 bolt 289, 302, 351 157 tooth flywheel

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1 195.00

MD-403-1001 Flywheel bolt kit, 7/16", Ford/Chevy (set of 6) 1 17.00

MD-403-2003 Pressure plate bolt kit, 8mm (set of 6) 1 12.00

MD-401-2002 Clutch lever, 79-93 Mustang, T-5/TKO/T-56 1 43.00

MD-401-2005 Cover, Clutch lever, 79-93 Mustang, SROD/T-5/TKO/Windsor T-56 1 48.00

MD-506-1028-xx Speedo Gear, Ford, T-5/TKO, Driven Placeholder 1 9.50

MD-504-1043 Shift lever, 83-2004 Mustang, black 1 35.00

MD-504-1043-Bushing Bushing, Steel, for shifter lever MD-504-1043, 2 Req'd 2 20.00

MD-F4ZZ-7277-B Boot, Lower Dust w/metal frame, 79-2004 Mustang 1 34.00

MD-507-1001 Shift Bezel, 87-93 Mustang, Manual Console 1 24.95

MD-504-1055 Shift Knob, 83-2004 Mustang, 5 speed 1 19.00

MD-507-1060 Shift boot, 79-86 Mustang, Leather 1 59.95

MD-504-1109 Mount, Trans, 79-95 All Mustangs, 96-97 GT 1 45.00

MD-F4ZZ-6312110-A Sheet Metal, Trans Tunnel, 79-98 Mustang 1 44.00

ATF Oil, ATF, Amsoil 1 quart bottle 3 32.55

MD-F4ZZ-6312110-A Sheet Metal, Trans Tunnel, 79-98 Mustang 1 44.00

N605892-S301 Bolt, lower shift boot 4 25.00

Package, Auto to T-5z, 450hp 79-93 Mustang/Capri 2,600.95

Free shipping Free shipping within the lower 48 states via UPS ground service on order of $2600 or more. 0.00