Transmissions
HOW TO: Calculate Speed in Gears
Calculating your speed in gears is not too difficult you just need a couple of pieces of information and a handy calculator like the one in the link below. Before clicking on the link below, you’ll need to know: your tire size if you need help with this ( click here ) Your rear axle…
HOW TO: Identify your T5 is a World class or Non-World class version
“A question we are asked a lot is: “How do I tell if I have a World-class or Non-World-class version?”
T5 FRONT SHIFT-FRONT 5-SPEED
TREMEC T5 5-Speed Super-Duty Front Shift /Front Socket MD-552-0251-FS-F TREMEC Super Duty T5 5-Speed: Truck Y-block Front shift/Front Socket Ford T-5 Front Shift Tail Housing – Front Position
Before installing your new Tremec transmission perform the following
Important instructions regarding the preparation before installing your new transmission
T5 Specific information about oil
Tremec T5 This transmission requires just under 3-Quarts of oil. We recommend that the fluid in a TREMEC T-5 transmission should be changed after its initial 500 miles. The fluid should be changed every 30,000 miles after that CAUTION Do not mix different brands or types of transmission lubricant in any transmission. DO NOT USE GEAR OIL IN THE…
TECH GUIDE: Swapping to a Manual Transmission
Transmission swap options & helpful tips for a 5 or 6-speed upgrade
TECH GUIDE: Helpful Hints When Buying A Used Transmission
The Pro’s & Con’s of buying a used manual 5 or 6-speed, things to look for and be cautious of.
TECH GUIDE: 5 Things to Consider When Converting to a TREMEC
We’ve compiled five key considerations for converting your car to a 5 or 6-speed transmission
TECH GUIDE: Flathead Overdrive Solutions
A quick guide to Flathead adapters, clutch linkage application & Tremec T5 / TKO / TKX
HOW TO: Upgrade to MDL Tail Housing MD-510-1000 & 1001
Instructions to remove current tail housing & install new MDL Tail Housing
HOW TO: Some tips to Unlock a TKO that is Stuck in Gear
Here are a series of steps to unlocking a TKO transmission that is stuck in gear.
Here’s How to Install a T5/5-speed into a 1971-73 Mustang or Cougar
a quick guide to installing a 5-speed into your 71-73 Mustang/Cougar
TECH TALK: Modern Driveline T-56 Magnum XL Quick Swap
It is challenging for us at Modern Driveline to understand the engineering logic behind the Getrag MT-82 six-speed transmission in the 2005-16 Mustang (V-6) and Mustang GT (V-8). The factory-installed MT-82 employs a semi-remote shifter attached to the transmission tunnel tied to the transmission via a shifter rail that, at best, delivers sloppy shift performance…
Motorz TV feature: how to upgrade a 2008 Mustang GT to a T-56 Magnum XL Transmission
Season 5: Episode 11 It seems that the manual transmission is becoming a thing of the past. Even some of the newest European supercars are not available with anything other than paddle-shifted gearboxes. However, for those enthusiasts that can’t imagine living without an H-gate, the original pony car still comes with a five on the…
HOW TO: Install A Five-Speed Transmission ( magazine article )
Here’s an article by Miles Cook all about the MDL T5 upgrade package for ‘64.5-66 Mustangs
Classic Mustang Five Speed Transmission Swap
Swapping a five-speed transmission into an early Mustang, Falcon, Cougar, or almost any early Ford could not be any easier these days. Many of the five-speed transmissions found in late model Mustangs can be installed with little modification. 1965 – 66 Mustang For a 1965 – 1966 Mustang we recommend a T5 transmission for engines…
HOW TO: Swap C4 Automatic for a Manual Transmission – Inline Update
In this Tech write up we look at ditching a C4 for a 5-speed in an inline 6 power car
HOW TO: Motorz TV Feature Upgrade 2008 Mustang GT to a T-56 Magnum XL Trans.
Remove the stock transmission from a 2008 Mustang GT & replace it with a TREMEC T-56 Magnum XL 6-speed
2011-current V6 Mustang T56 Magnum XL 6-speed Swap
The MDL T-56 Magnum XL six-speed conversion package fully capable & ready for action in your 2011-current Mustang.
HOW TO: T56 Magnum XL 6-Speed Swap a 2011-current Mustang GT
Hitting the road with a bang-shift attitude for a little canyon cutting, this S197 upgrade is for you.
Installing a 5-Speed into a 1971-73 Mustang/Cougar
“Rebuilding Generations” of Boise, Idaho is installing a TREMEC T5 in this ’71 Mustang convertible with the help of Modern Driveline