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Topic: Okay, another T5 swap ?
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bibbs68
Gearhead Posts: 1732
From: Medina, TN
Registered: Sep 2000
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posted 09-17-2003 05:11 PM
 
Should I use my early 3spd bellhousing or find a 84-93 T5 bellhousing?Is one way better than the other, easier than the other, cheaper than the other? I dont suppose a C4 is even close? ------------------
Jeremy
'68 Coupe
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68DARKHORSE
Gearhead Posts: 446
From: Austin, Tx
Registered: Aug 2002
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posted 09-17-2003 07:27 PM
T5 bell is easier and cheaper.------------------
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kcode
Gearhead Posts: 3415
From: alvaton,ky,usa Suburb of Bowling Green, M&M #79, MCA #29208
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 09-17-2003 10:39 PM
The C-4 is not the same monster.You already have your 3-speed bell, you only need the spacer plate between the tranny and bell. The T-5 bell will give you the option of using a cable clutch linkage or the mechanical z-bar. To use the z-bar you will have to put a spacer under the pivot block. Each has its own benefits, I still prefer the stock 289 Bell and spacer. Less hassle. Mike
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ccode67
Gearhead Posts: 3285
From: douglasville,ga,usa
Registered: Mar 2001
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posted 09-18-2003 07:14 AM
Stick with the bell you have, you already have the linkage in place.------------------
Stuart
MCA #48902
M&M #1091
67 stang 5 speed, 351W,
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bibbs68
Gearhead Posts: 1732
From: Medina, TN
Registered: Sep 2000
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posted 09-18-2003 09:04 AM
See, I knew there was a reason for using my existing bell. I forgot about all the linkage changes.
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68DARKHORSE
Gearhead Posts: 446
From: Austin, Tx
Registered: Aug 2002
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posted 09-18-2003 10:52 AM
The cable is smoother, can be adjusted easily, and provides more header clearance.Also saves weight. [This message has been edited by 68DARKHORSE (edited 09-18-2003).]
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bibbs68
Gearhead Posts: 1732
From: Medina, TN
Registered: Sep 2000
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posted 09-18-2003 12:26 PM
My main needs are cheap and easy. NO, not like I like my women!  My budget for this project is already gone with the new clutch, shifter, etc. If I could find a T5 bell cheap it would help. I have a friend who is helping me make the crossmember.
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ccode67
Gearhead Posts: 3285
From: douglasville,ga,usa
Registered: Mar 2001
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posted 09-18-2003 01:07 PM
quote:
Originally posted by bibbs68:
My main needs are cheap and easy. NO, not like I like my women!
I like cheap and easy women, send them my way.  ------------------
Stuart
MCA #48902
M&M #1091
67 stang 5 speed, 351W,
Edelbrock Performer RPM package my photo page
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68DARKHORSE
Gearhead Posts: 446
From: Austin, Tx
Registered: Aug 2002
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posted 09-18-2003 07:21 PM
quote:
Originally posted by bibbs68:
My main needs are cheap and easy. NO, not like I like my women! My budget for this project is already gone with the new clutch, shifter, etc. If I could find a T5 bell cheap it would help. I have a friend who is helping me make the crossmember.
You should be able to find a bell for $50. Mine was free, but my tranny was $900($50 core + Z spec rebuild).
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