MDL Modified Tremec TKX 5-SPEED, 68-82 CORVETTE, 2.87 first, .68 OD

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

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 C3 Corvette specific transmission

Not available through TREMEC.

Application:
C3 1968-1982 - Chevrolet Corvette
MDL mods bring shifter stub up in OE position

Click on the link below to see the install article by Jim Smart https://www.moderndriveline.com/52376-2/

Features:
Gear Ratios 2.87, 1.89, 1.28, 1, .68 od 26 spline input, 31 spline output

TKX is the next generation in five speedsWith 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 (2.87, 1.89, 1.28, 1.00, .68) 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.
  

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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.

For all Tremec TKX 5-Speed models, the recommended oils areAmzoil ATF or SynchromeshTremec High-Performance manual transmission Fluid (HP-MTF)GM SynchromeshMobil 1 Synthetic ATF. Fluid capacity is 2.7 quarts / 2.6 Liters.

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