TREMEC T5 Five-Speed Conversion Package | 1961-1965 Falcon/Comet | SBF 6-Bolt

TREMEC T5 Five-Speed Conversion Package | 1961-1965 Falcon/Comet | SBF 6-Bolt

TREMEC T5 Five-Speed Conversion Package | 1961-1965 Falcon/Comet | SBF 6-Bolt

Description

TREMEC T5 Five-Speed Conversion Package | 1961-1965 Falcon/Comet | SBF 6-Bolt

Key Features

  • Complete manual-to-TREMEC T5 five-speed conversion for 1961-1965 Ford Falcon, Comet, and Ranchero
  • 2.95:1 first gear with deep 0.63:1 overdrive reduces highway RPM and improves fuel economy
  • Handles up to 330 ft-lb of torque - suitable for street-driven small block Ford builds to 450 hp on DOT tires
  • Compact design fits factory Falcon/Comet tunnel without modifications
  • Front-shift T5 configuration positions shifter forward to clear floor support structure
  • Just 75 lbs. dry - the lightest and most compact TREMEC transmission available
  • 10-spline input shaft, 28-spline output shaft
  • Built from 100% brand-new OEM-quality components
  • Custom crossmember developed specifically for '61-'65 Falcon/Comet applications
  • Requires 2.75 quarts of Dexron III ATF

Description

Swap your '61-'65 Falcon, Comet, or Ranchero three-speed manual for a modern five-speed overdrive with this complete TREMEC T5 conversion package. The T5's 0.63:1 fifth gear drops highway RPM dramatically, improving fuel economy and reducing engine noise while the 2.95:1 first gear delivers strong acceleration off the line. Gear ratios of 2.95/1.94/1.34/1.00/0.63 give you the close-ratio spread that makes a small block Ford a joy to row through traffic and on back roads alike.

MDL designed this package specifically to solve the fitment challenges of early Falcon and Comet conversions. The front-shift T5 configuration moves the shifter forward to clear the floor support that blocks standard-position transmissions, placing the shift lever where it belongs - centered in the tunnel. The T5 is the smallest and lightest transmission in the TREMEC lineup at just 75 lbs. dry, fitting inside the factory tunnel without cutting or modifications. No extension housing is necessary with this setup, though manual conversion vehicles will require filling the original extension housing opening.

Rated for 330 ft-lb of torque on the street, the Super-Duty T5 handles small block Ford builds up to approximately 450 hp on DOT-approved tires. The 10-spline input shaft mates to your six-bolt small block Ford bellhousing pattern via the included transmission adapter. Steel front bearing retainer, improved synchronizers, and tapered output shaft bearing deliver smooth, positive shifts mile after mile. Compatible with both mechanical and hydraulic clutch release systems.

This guided package lets you select components matched to your build - choose from multiple flywheel weights and materials (steel, lightweight steel, or aluminum with various balance options), clutch sets in organic, Kevlar, or ceramic disc facings, and shifter configurations to suit your driving style. Every component is selected for quality and engineered specifically for this application.

Package Components Available

  • TREMEC T5 Super-Duty five-speed transmission (2.95 first, 0.63 overdrive) - Part No. MD-552-0251-FSR
  • Ford small block transmission adapter - Part No. MD-401-2102S
  • Hardware kit for Ford aluminum bellhousing - Part No. MD-201-FS Ford AL
  • Flywheel options: Centerforce steel, lightweight steel, or billet aluminum (various weights, balance, and SFI ratings)
  • ARP flywheel bolt kit - Part No. MD-403-1001ARP
  • Clutch pedal pads (2) - Part No. MD-411-1083
  • Clutch set options: organic, Kevlar, or ceramic disc materials
  • Pressure plate bolt hardware (standard or ARP)
  • Shift knob options: multiple finishes, threads, and MDL branding
  • Shift lever options: multiple lengths and offset configurations
  • Shift lever bolt kit - Part No. MD-201-2012
  • Shift boot options: multiple materials and mounting styles
  • 1961-1965 Falcon/Comet T5 crossmember - Part No. MD-6165F-CMT5
  • Transmission mount - Part No. MD-604-1102
  • Mechanical speedometer cable - Part No. MD-506-1021
  • Speedometer driven gear (16-21 tooth options available)
  • Speedometer gear retaining clip - Part No. MD-506-1029
  • Electronic speedometer sensor option - Part No. MD-506-1039
  • Reverse light wiring harness - Part No. MD-700-0001
  • Transmission fluid: 3 quarts ATF
  • Driveshaft yoke options: 1310, 1330, or 1350 series, steel or billet, 28-spline
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