Modified TREMEC T5 5-Speed Super-Duty | Front Shift Forward Socket Shifter

Key Features

• 330 ft-lb torque capacity - handles up to 450 hp on street tires
• 2.95 first gear ratio for strong launch performance
• 0.63 overdrive drops cruise RPM for improved fuel economy and reduced engine wear
• World Class internals with carbon fiber synchronizer rings on gears 1-4
• 10-spline input shaft (1-1/16" diameter) and 28-spline output shaft
• Steel front bearing retainer with Cobra-style pocket bearing
• Tapered carrier bearings and main needle bearings throughout
• Ford speedometer drive with 7-tooth gear (6 and 8-tooth available)
• Front Position Front socket Shifter at 11.75" from main case front. Ideal for '32 Ford hotrods and Rangers
• Compact platform fits below '32 Ford floor without cutting
• Uses GM transmission mount (MD-604-1102, sold separately)
• 2.75 quarts ATF Dexron III fluid capacity
• Just 75 lbs dry - TREMEC's most compact transmission
• Optional 0.73 overdrive ratio available

Description

The MDL Modified T5 with front position front socket location solves the space and gearing challenges of dropping overdrive into a Ford V8 flathead-powered '32 Ford. This custom front-shift configuration places the shifter socket just 11.75” from the main case front, positioning the lever exactly where you need it while the compact transmission platform tucks below the floor pan without cutting. The 2.95 first gear and deep 0.63 overdrive are geared correctly for flathead torque curves — strong launches without over-revving and relaxed highway cruising that drops RPMs, cuts noise, and extends engine life.

Built on TREMEC's proven T5z platform with Super-Duty upgrades, this transmission handles 330 ft-lb of torque — suitable for 450 hp streetcars on DOT-approved tires. Internal improvements include carbon fiber synchronizer rings on 3rd and 4th gears for smoother high-RPM shifts, Cobra-style pocket bearing for improved load distribution, a steel front bearing retainer for strength, and upgraded synchronizers and bearings throughout. The forward socket location makes this transmission ideal for hotrods and early Rangers where traditional shifter placement doesn't work.

An optional offset shift stub is available to fine-tune shifter position up to 2 inches forward or backward — contact MDL sales staff for details. The rear socket location option (13” from case front) is also available for '60–'65 Falcon and Comet applications. This transmission uses GM transmission mount MD-604-1102 (sold separately) and requires 2.75 quarts of ATF Dexron III. Ford speedometer drive with 7-tooth gear maintains accurate speed readings.

At approximately 75 pounds dry, the T5 is TREMEC's most compact transmission — fitting where others cannot while delivering smooth shifts, easy operation, and proven reliability backed by over 40 years of continuous development. Dollar for dollar, pound for pound, it remains the go-to overdrive solution for lightweight and moderate horsepower builds.

Call MDL at 208-453-9800 to discuss your specific application and verify fitment details for your particular chassis.

Kit Includes

• TREMEC T5z 5-speed Super-Duty transmission with custom front-shift tail housing
• MDL quick shifter (required for forward socket operation)
• 10-splined input shaft and 28-splined output shaft
• Steel front bearing retainer
• Cobra-style pocket bearing
• Carbon fiber 3-4 synchronizer rings
• Flat-machined mounting pad (4" wide, centered on centerline)
• Built-in reverse light switch (left side)
• Built-in cruise control safety switch (right side)
• Ford pattern mechanical speedometer drive assembly with 7-tooth gear (6 or 8-tooth available separately)
• Fill and drain plugs
• Installation instructions
• MDL extended warranty: manufacturer warranty plus 1 additional year with 1-year grace period
• Lifetime technical support from Modern Driveline

Note: GM transmission mount MD-604-1102 required but not included. Front-shift tail housing also available separately in kit form: MD-510-1001 (forward position, requires MDL quick shifter) or MD-510-1000 (rear position, uses stock Mustang T5 shifter).