TREMEC TKX 5-Speed Conversion Package | 1968-1972 Chevelle | SB/BB Manual

TREMEC TKX 5-Speed Conversion Package | 1968-1972 Chevelle | SB/BB Manual

TREMEC TKX 5-Speed Conversion Package | 1968-1972 Chevelle | SB/BB Manual

Description

TREMEC TKX 5-Speed Conversion Package | 1968-1972 Chevelle | SB/BB Manual

Key Features

  • TREMEC TKX five-speed transmission with 600 lb-ft torque capacity and 8,000 RPM capability
  • End-loaded case design fits '68-'72 Chevelle tunnel without modifications - TREMEC specifically engineered this case for the A-body's narrow confines
  • Bolts directly to OEM GM four-speed Muncie bellhousings - retains stock shifter position
  • Choice of wide ratio (3.27:1 first gear, 0.72:1 overdrive) or close ratio (2.87:1 first gear, 0.68:1 or 0.81:1 overdrive) gear sets
  • 26-spline input shaft and 31-spline output shaft for added strength
  • Carbon-fiber/sintered bronze hybrid triple-cone synchronizers enable safe shifts at 7,500 RPM
  • Three-piece ribbed aluminum housing delivers structural stiffness with reduced weight
  • Complete customizable package includes flywheels, clutch sets, shifters, crossmembers, hydraulics, and driveline components
  • Guided selection process with concierge service ensures correct part fitment for your build

Description

Transform your '68-'72 Chevelle from a four-speed to modern five-speed overdrive with MDL's complete TREMEC TKX conversion package - engineered specifically for small-block and big-block Chevy applications. The TKX eliminates the floor modifications that plagued earlier five-speed swaps: TREMEC designed the compact end-loaded case specifically to fit within the narrow and short confines of the '68-'72 Chevelle tunnel. Simply unbolt your existing four-speed and swap in the TKX using the same bellhousing and crossmember locations.

Built to handle over 600 lb-ft of torque with 8,000 RPM capability, the TKX delivers modern shifting performance that original Muncie four-speeds cannot match. Enhanced gear sizes and a revised double-lined carbon-fiber synchronizer package allow safe shifting at 7,500 RPM, while the 26-spline input shaft and 31-spline output shaft provide added strength for high-horsepower applications. The internal three-rail shift system with steel shift forks and special gate chamfers delivers crisp, precise shifts with a high-performance short-throw billet aluminum shifter.

This fully customizable package walks you through every component needed for a complete conversion - from flywheel and clutch selection to crossmembers, shifters, and driveline components. Choose your gear ratio based on your driving style: the wide ratio (3.27:1 first gear) suits street performance and towing, while close ratio options (2.87:1 first gear) deliver tighter gear spacing for spirited driving. The single overdrive drops cruising RPMs for improved fuel efficiency and reduced drivetrain wear on highway miles.

MDL's guided package builder ensures compatibility between all components, while our concierge service provides expert guidance when you need it. Whether you're building a street cruiser or weekend warrior, this package delivers the modern five-speed overdrive your Chevelle deserves.

Package Component Options

  • TREMEC TKX five-speed transmission (choice of wide or close ratio gear sets)
  • Chevelle-specific TKX hardware kit
  • Flywheel options: lightweight steel, nodular cast iron, and billet aluminum - various balances for SB and BB applications
  • ARP flywheel bolts
  • Clutch sets: street-friendly single-disc to high-performance twin-disc options
  • Pilot bushing for twin-disc clutch applications
  • Pressure plate bolts (standard or ARP)
  • Shift knobs: billet aluminum in polished or black anodized, with optional MDL branding
  • Shift knob thread adapters (3/8-16 and 3/8-24)
  • Hurst competition shift levers and MDL custom shifter options
  • Shift boots with mounting rings
  • Speedometer cable adapters and driven gears for accurate calibration
  • Electronic speedometer sensor option
  • Reverse light wiring harness
  • TKX-specific transmission crossmember and polyurethane mount
  • High-performance transmission fluid (TREMEC HP-MTF or Dexron ATF)
  • 31-spline slip yokes in 1310, 1330, and 1350 U-joint sizes
  • MDL lifetime technical support
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