Is A T-56 From A Terminator Worth Swapping?

[92Apocalypso]

I am finding conflicting information regarding this swap..... but I was curious if a T-56 from a 03/04 cobra is worth doing. I've heard people say they are notchy, and I am not sure if I can really afford a brand new T-56 magnum. I found one with 40K miles on it apparently, with a pro 5.0 shifter installed, and the guys wants 2K, i'm sure I can get it for less. Also has an aluminum driveshaft, and I'm curious if any of that will bolt up to my factory stuff now. I know I would need a different transmission crossmember for sure. Anything else? Or do I just order a TKO500 and call it a day? at most, I am going to put a trick flow topend kit on the car, and thats about it. Coyote swap in 5 years or so when the kids are in school and I no longer have this daycare bill......any info would be appreciated. Thank you!

 

[nelzfoxes]

If I could afford it, I would do it. It is definitely on my lottery wish list. Assuming windsor/fox nothing is gonna match up but there are kits out there to remedy that.

 

[2000xp8]

I remember this from a while back.
https://www.stangnet.com/mustang-fo...to-my-fox-speedo-clutch-fork-position.895837/

I think the money and headaches add up too quickly to make it worth the trouble if you are already at a $2000 starting point.

 

[92Apocalypso]

I remember this from a while back.
https://www.stangnet.com/mustang-fo...to-my-fox-speedo-clutch-fork-position.895837/

I think the money and headaches add up too quickly to make it worth the trouble if you are already at a $2000 starting point.

Thanks for the info

 

[90sickfox]

The t56 is a good strong trans but you want the .50 sixth gear ratio. The supporting stuff makes it really expensive to swap. Without lower than .62 its not really worth it. Plus, t56 transmissions eat more power than the t5z or even the TKO.

I'm still going with a t56 in the next year or so.... I will need the lower overdrive and the ability to handle what my car will put out.

 

[92Apocalypso]

TK0 600s also bolt right up to coyotes don't they? Would be nice for when I do that swap

 

[90sickfox]

I'm sure there's a bell housing available for that swap.

 

[GroverDill]

I have the .50 od in my viper spec t56 and in my car the 6th is pretty much useless. Now this car has 3.27s in it ( because Turbo )

In my car the 6th gear is a novelty that is not used or needed.

 

[FastDriver]

With those who have a higher rear gear, the .5:1 is an awesome option. Suddenly, a 4.10 gear is a lot more highway friendly.

 

[nelzfoxes]

I personally like the idea of close ratio gearbox. That’s why a t56 appeals to me. My overdrive in the 3550 seems too far from fourth. I like shifting.