T5 5-Speed Conversion Package | Ford Truck 2WD | Small Block V8

T5 5-Speed Conversion Package | Ford Truck 2WD | Small Block V8

T5 5-Speed Conversion Package | Ford Truck 2WD | Small Block V8

Description

Key Features

  • Complete TREMEC T5 5-speed manual conversion for Ford 2WD truck applications with small block V8
  • Customizable package builder lets you select transmission, bellhousing, flywheel, clutch, and hydraulic components
  • TREMEC Super Duty T5 rated for 330 ft-lb torque capacity and street use up to 450 hp
  • Gear ratios: 2.95 / 1.94 / 1.34 / 1.00 / 0.63 overdrive for strong launches and highway fuel economy
  • Front-shift T5 option moves shifter forward to match OEM transmission location
  • Compact design and 75-lb dry weight fits most factory tunnels with minimal modifications
  • Compatible with 289, 302, and 351 Windsor small block Ford engines (6-bolt bellhousing pattern)
  • Hydraulic or mechanical clutch release system options available
  • Includes speedometer gear, cable, or electronic sensor options

Description

Ditch the slushbox and put a proper manual in your Ford truck. MDL's complete T5 conversion package delivers everything you need to swap an automatic for a TREMEC 5-speed behind your small block V8. The T5 is TREMEC's most compact transmission, weighing just 75 lbs dry while handling 330 ft-lb of torque—making it ideal for moderate-power truck builds where space is tight and driveability matters.

The heart of this package is the Super Duty T5 with gear ratios of 2.95 / 1.94 / 1.34 / 1.00 / 0.63. That deep 2.95 first gear delivers strong acceleration from a stop, while the 0.63:1 overdrive drops engine RPM significantly for highway cruising—reducing noise, heat, and fuel consumption. MDL offers a front-shift T5 option specifically designed to position the shifter forward, matching your truck's original transmission location for comfortable operation without interior modifications.

This guided package system walks you through selecting the right components for your specific truck: transmission variant (front or rear shift), bellhousing bolt pattern, flywheel material and balance, clutch kit capacity, hydraulic or mechanical release system, shifter style, speedometer drive type, driveshaft yoke, and all necessary mounting hardware. The T5 bellhousing fits 289, 302, and 351 Windsor blocks without adapter plates, simplifying the swap considerably.

The T5's compact dimensions allow installation in most factory tunnels without major sheet metal work. Requires 2.75 quarts of ATF Dexron III—widely available and easy to service. Perfect for weekend cruisers, daily drivers, and mild performance builds seeking the engagement of a proper manual transmission with overdrive efficiency. MDL's package approach ensures you get matched components that work together, backed by lifetime technical support.

What's Included

Components vary based on package configuration selections:

  • TREMEC T5 5-speed transmission (front-shift or rear-shift options)
  • Bellhousing (aluminum or steel options for small block Ford 6-bolt pattern)
  • Bellhousing block plate
  • Bellhousing hardware kit (aluminum or steel options)
  • Flywheel (steel, billet steel, or aluminum—neutral, 28 oz, or 50 oz balance options; SFI-approved available)
  • ARP flywheel bolt set
  • Clutch kit with pressure plate and disc
  • Pressure plate bolt set (standard or ARP)
  • Hydraulic master cylinder kit (multiple bore sizes and finishes available)
  • Hydraulic release bearing
  • Hydraulic clutch line (24-inch)
  • Shift lever (multiple styles including stock-appearance and Hurst options)
  • Shift knob (multiple colors and logo options)
  • Shift boot
  • Shift lever bolt kit
  • Speedometer cable, driven gear (16-21 tooth options), and retaining clip—or electronic sensor
  • Reverse light wiring harness
  • Transmission mount
  • Driveshaft yoke (1310, 1330, or 1350 series; 28-spline)
  • ATF transmission fluid (3 quarts)
  • Installation instructions and lifetime technical support
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