Modified TREMEC T5Z 5-Speed | Rear Position Front Socket Shifter, 1.65" or 2.15" Forward Offset

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
• Gear ratios: 2.95, 1.94, 1.34, 1.00, 0.63 OD - Reverse 2.76
• 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)
• High-performance short-throw billet aluminum shifter included
• Rear position front socket with 1.65" or 2.15" forward offset capability (16.10" to 16.60" from bellhousing face)
• 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 TREMEC Super Duty T5 delivers World Class 5-speed performance in the most compact package available from TREMEC. At just 75 lbs dry, this transmission fits where larger units cannot - making it the go-to choice for classic car conversions, hot rods, and tight engine bays. The rear shift configuration with your choice of 1.650" or 2.150" forward offset accommodates a variety of chassis tunnel and console configurations.

This Z-spec T5 is built to a higher standard than the factory Mustang T5s it replaces. While the 1985-93 V8 Mustang World Class T5 ran a 3.35 first gear with .68 overdrive, the Super Duty uses a 2.95 first gear for improved torque handling and a deeper .63 overdrive for better highway cruising. The result is a transmission rated at 330 ft-lb torque capacity - suitable for streetcars up to 450 hp on DOT-approved tires. Carbon fiber synchronizer rings in 1st through 4th gears engage faster and outlast traditional bronze rings, while the steel front bearing retainer and Cobra-style pocket input bearing add durability where the factory aluminum retainer would flex.

The World Class designation means this T5 uses tapered carrier bearings and main needle bearings throughout - the same design that earned the platform its reputation for smooth shifting and long service life. The deep .63 overdrive drops highway RPMs substantially, reducing engine temperatures, extending drivetrain life, and delivering noticeable fuel economy improvements. Ideal retrofit for classic Ford small-block applications converting from 4-speed or automatic transmissions.

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 shift lug
• Rear position front socket assembly with 1.65" or 2.15" forward offset
• 10-splined input shaft and 28-splined output shaft
• Steel front bearing retainer
• Cobra-style pocket bearing
• Carbon fiber 3-4 synchronizer rings
• 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).