MDL Modified Tremec TKX 5-Speed, CORVETTE 68-82, 3.27 first, .72 od

MDL SHIFT POSITION MODIFIED TREMEC TKX 5-SPEED FOR 1968-1982 C3 CORVETTE 

The shifter is a close-ratio custom-made piece that is now an integral part of the transmissionthis is an upgraded transmission, this isnt just a bolted-on shifter.
They are all prepared at our facility by hand to ensure quality & precision.
Many hours of R&D were put forth to provide this to you our customer.

No upgraded TKX leaves here unless its right.

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What do we do to the TKX:
MDL modifications bring the shifter stub up in OE position
We achieve this by carefully machining, updating, and integrating new pieces to this powerhouse transmission

Not available through TREMEC.

Fits:
C3 1958-1982 - Chevrolet CorvetteMDL mods bring shifter stub up in OE position

Features:
Gear Ratios 3.27, 1.98, 1.37, 1, .72 od 26 spline input, 31 spline output

click on the link below to see the installation article by: Jim Smart

https://www.moderndriveline.com/52376-2/ 

TKX is the next generation in five speeds With ALL NEW End-Loading DesignWhich provides such advantages as:

• a slimmer case design for great tunnel clearance
• increased case strength, and fewer case seams.

All this and 8000 RPM shifting & 600lbs/ft. torque capacity

Sintered carbon/bronze-Hybrid triple cone synchro's with a non-leading tooth profile Product Features

• Sintered carbon/bronze-Hybrid triple cone synchros...with a non-leading tooth profile.
• Close gear ratio (3.27, 1.98, 1.34, 1.00, .72) high-performance applications
• Utilizes GM TKO bolt pattern & 7.2? length input shaft(with a short input shaft option you can bolt to:GM close pattern 3-4 speed bellhousings)
• 26-spline input shaft & a 31 spline output shaft for added strength.
• GM .590 pilot tip and 1.375? OD throwout bearing guild tube.
• Robust design with an internal 3-rail shift system & steel shift forks.
• All gears & shafts are made from special grade steel (ASTM 4615) for the increased demands of today's engines.
• Single-piece countershaft provides an increased torque carrying capacity.
• Tapered roller bearings on input, output & counter shafts improve performance....(reducing noise factor) with caged needle bearing on the main shaft.
• Equipped with an MDL high-performance short-throw billet aluminum shifter that isolates road noise, while providing clean crisp shifts......(See more detail on the MDL shifter here)
• New smaller mid-position shifter mounting base reduced footprint
• Built-in reverse light switch on the left side
• Cruise control safety switch location on the right side of the TKX.
• Rear main-shaft support bushing moved from the tail closer to the gearbox provides better support.
• All mating surfaces are sealed with gaskets

If you are making over 400-hp and need an update from your four-speed this is the transmission for you.

We offer complete TKX five-speed packagesThat are totally customizable.Contact us today for a detailed quote.

Experience the MDL difference:
When you purchase a complete MDL Conversion Package you get

• We extend the manufacturers warranty by an extra year with a 1-year grace period.
• We have the best in the industry customer service.
• life-time technical support.

TKX offers even more:

• Three shifter locations standard.(For the Mid position, an additional kit is required)
• Ford Mechanical 7 tooth speedometer cable drive gear
• The reluctor wheel is 17 tooth.
• OSS two-wire Analog speedometer sensor built-in.
• Reduce engine rpm to a level that makes it fun to drive besides enhancing fuel efficiency.

Lubricant Specifications For all Tremec TKX 5-Speed models
the recommended oils are:
Amzoil ATF 
Tremec High-Performance manual transmission Fluid (HP-MTF)
GM Synchromesh