T5 Front-Shift 5-Speed Conversion Package | Small Block Chevy Street Rod

T5 Front-Shift 5-Speed Conversion Package | Small Block Chevy Street Rod

T5 Front-Shift 5-Speed Conversion Package | Small Block Chevy Street Rod

Description

Key Features

  • Complete bolt-in TREMEC T5 transmission package engineered for small block Chevy street rod applications
  • Front-shift configuration positions the shifter forward for optimal street rod ergonomics
  • 2.95:1 first gear for strong launch, deep 0.63:1 overdrive drops highway RPMs
  • 330 lb-ft torque capacity handles builds up to 450 horsepower on street tires
  • Ultra-compact design at just 75 lbs dry fits the tightest engine bays
  • Compatible with Chevy 90-degree bellhousing bolt pattern (small block and big block)
  • Fully customizable component selection from transmission to driveshaft yoke
  • Simple ATF Dexron III fluid requirement - 2.75 quarts capacity

Description

Street rod builders face a common dilemma: how do you add modern overdrive drivability without sacrificing the compact footprint and period-correct shifter placement your build demands? The MDL T5 Front-Shift Package delivers that solution - a complete, configurable drivetrain conversion built around TREMEC's highly evolved, extremely compact T5 transmission, specifically configured for small block Chevy applications where forward shifter positioning matters.

Dollar-for-dollar, pound-for-pound, the T5 is the smoothest-shifting and most reliable manual transmission for moderate horsepower builds. The 2.95 first gear provides strong take-off performance, while the 0.63 overdrive dramatically reduces highway cruising RPMs for improved fuel economy, lower engine temperatures, and a quieter cabin. At just 75 pounds dry, this is the smallest and lightest transmission in the TREMEC lineup - it fits where others simply cannot.

This Super Duty T5 variant safely handles 330 lb-ft of torque, making it suitable for street cars producing up to 450 horsepower on DOT-approved tires. The package accommodates small block Chevy engines through selectable bellhousings that bolt directly to the standard 90-degree Chevy pattern shared by both small block and big block engines. Choose from aluminum or steel bellhousings with mechanical or hydraulic clutch release options.

What sets this package apart is the comprehensive, builder-friendly component selection. Configure your transmission variant, bellhousing, flywheel (153 or 168 tooth, various balance options), clutch set, shifter assembly, speedometer drive, and driveshaft yoke - all engineered to work together and eliminate fitment guesswork. Every component ships with MDL's expert technical support to ensure your conversion goes smoothly from the first bolt to the first drive.

What's Included

  • TREMEC T5 5-speed transmission (front-shift or rear-shift variants available)
  • Bellhousing selection (aluminum or steel, hydraulic or mechanical clutch release)
  • Bellhousing block plate
  • Flywheel options (steel or billet, 168-tooth ring gear, multiple balance configurations)
  • Flywheel bolt kit (ARP optional)
  • Clutch set selection (multiple pressure plate and disc combinations)
  • Pressure plate bolt kit (ARP optional)
  • Custom shifter assembly with selectable shift lever styles
  • Shift knob and thread adapter options
  • Speedometer cable and driven gear selection
  • Speedometer gear retaining clip
  • Electronic speedometer sensor option
  • Transmission mount
  • Driveshaft yoke selection (1310, 1330, or 1350 series, 28-spline)
  • Hardware kit with all necessary fasteners
  • ATF Dexron III transmission fluid (3 quarts)
  • MDL lifetime technical support
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