Out for a spin with a lady friend Friday night and finally lost 3rd and 4th gear. This happened in my old 96GT (lost same two gears) and I ended up throwing a TKO in, but sold it months later I got a lot of work done so I think it would be wise to just suck it up and put in a Bad A$$ tranny, but if I recall the TKO + install cost me 3grand and change after Dugan racing got done screwing me. Obviously I no longer bring my car to that outfit - but what kind of tranny would you recommend for a 4:30 gear? I believe my buddy said a TKO will make the first gear ratio more like a 4:10 with my setup - which isn't necessarily a bad thing. Any benefits of going witha a 6 speed and if so how much are we talking? I normally get my work done at MV Performance, but last I checked they usually have about a month turnaround on just about anything due to volume. Should I only let a mustang shop touch this or could I expect a transmission outfit to be able to install an aftermarket transmission? What kind of modifications do you need (bellhousing, etc.?) I really didn't want to spend much more than $2,500 when all is said and done, any suggestions would be much appreciated!
I think rebuilding may not be wise, this tranny has been "clunky" going into gears and very loud - I think I just need to start with a new one...
I think rebuilding may not be wise, this tranny has been "clunky" going into gears and very loud - I think I just need to start with a new one...