Shopping for new 5spd

[Mark89coupe]

Im looking for a rebuilt T-5. I know about the optional 1st gear ratio, the 2.95. Is there a option for a deeper 5th gear to possibly lower the HWY rpms? Whats the difference with the alloy and super alloys over stock.
Is the optional 2.95 ratio only for strip? Does anyone use it for everyday driving?

 

[squeeeg]

I haven't heard about a lower 5th gear for a t5. One option that you have, if you want to spend the money is you can get a 6 speed. The 6th gear is just another overdrive. The people to call and see what your options are are the guys at D&D Performance. http://www.muscularmustangs.com/idlereset.html They have done well by me and many many other people on this board.

 

[Mark89coupe]

I would love a 6spd. Cant afford it. Im most likely gona get a stock t-5. Can anyone recommend a good place to get one?

 

[strtracer442]

I would love a 6spd. Cant afford it. Im most likely gona get a stock t-5. Can anyone recommend a good place to get one?

The trans your asking about is known as a T5Z, its available thru Ford Racing, has the 2.95 first gear, and a longer 5th(cant remember the exact ratio, but its definitely different) Not too common to find these rebuilt,as they are an aftermarket trans only, never were installed in a production vehicle. You can buy the gear sets to change yours over, but its not cheap(480 for gears,180 for the rebuild kit, plus labor) might as well buy a new one. Best factory T5 is the one for the 93 Cobra, it has 3.35 first and regular 5th. These can be bought new also from places like D&D in Wixom MI. They probably have the best price,and are very reliable to deal with(Don Walsh 5.0 Champ is the owner)
Where are you located, Ive got a Cobra trans forsale in S/E Mich

 

[squeeeg]

I would still call D&D performance even for a stock trans.

 

[Curse]

D&D performance has great customer service, unfortunately I haven't purchased anything from them. I was going to buy the T-5Z but I found a local with everything I needed for my 5 speed swap. D&D still treated me like I was their best customer. When it is time for a new tranny, they got my business.

 

[DarkMesa8]

http://www.g-forcetransmissions.com/tran_gt-5.asp

Not cheap, but there is a .59 overdrive ratio option and it can handle a good amount of torque (so they say).

 

[HISSIN50]

edit: misread the post. brainfart.

 

[Mark89coupe]

Im in florida. Ill check all the sites you recommend. Thanks.

 

[NosPony]

Definetly try D&D they are the best. I got a t5 with the 2.95 gear. Real nice tranny I think.

 

[ARMAGEDON]

I have only heard good things about tremec.

 

[squeeeg]

I have only heard good things about tremec.

all new t5's are now tremecs. Tremec bought borg and warner(our trannys) and no longer even makes the World class t5. The tremec t5 is a hair better then the t5z(93 cobra)

 

[Mark89coupe]

Definetly try D&D they are the best. I got a t5 with the 2.95 gear. Real nice tranny I think.

What does the 2.95 gear do for the cars performance. What difference from a stock gear? I have 3.73 rear gears, will the 2.95 still feel the same at take off?

 

[Mark89coupe]

Im also going to install a King cobra clutch kit, put in a new flywheel, new crossmember and get a steel bearing retainer. Is there anything else I should change when im under there?

 

[BlooDReigN]

a 2.95 first gear will give you a higher top end in first gear, but will make it so you don't pull as hard. That is assuming you don't have enough power to break the tires loose. From the looks of it, I'm SURE you could break the tires loose from just mashing on the gas in first with a 2.95 gear. With your 3.73's and other mods it should pull just as hard, just your first gear will top out at a higher MPH, which will cause you to be revving higher when you shift in to second.

 

[Mark89coupe]

Installed the new cltch and trans.

I just installed a king cobra clutch kit and installed a rebuilt t-5 trans.
I love the new clutch. I can chirp third without even pushing the engine past 4000 rpms. Second gear snaps my head back.
I guess my old parts were really shot to hell.

I got the parts from Astro Performance Wearhouse. Free shipping! The sent the trans out the same day I called them. Unbelievable service.