T-5 in my 66

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majcrash@yahoo.com - 30 Apr 2005 07:11 GMT

I just got my '66 coupe back with a brand new T-5 tranny and I don't
have words to express how much better it is. It had a 3 speed manual
that I hated from the first day I drove it. It is like a totally
different car now. If you are even slightly pondering a switch, DO
IT!!! Sorry for my enthusiasm but I'm a bit giddy right now.

Mike

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Dinsdale - 30 Apr 2005 11:50 GMT

>I just got my '66 coupe back with a brand new T-5 tranny and I don't
>have words to express how much better it is. It had a 3 speed manual
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>
>Mike

Sounds great....that's something on my list for sure.
What kind of clutch.... ummm, what's the word I'm looking for ...
actuation did you go with?
i.e. Stock...cable...hydraulic

thanks

DP
Pics of the cars:
http://tinyurl.com/4fcsn

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majcrash@yahoo.com - 30 Apr 2005 16:54 GMT

I rebuilt the original linkage. It's amazing how much better it works
when you replace all of the missing bushings. I've heard the cable
replacement doesn't last very long.

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Dinsdale - 30 Apr 2005 18:16 GMT

>I rebuilt the original linkage. It's amazing how much better it works
>when you replace all of the missing bushings. I've heard the cable
>replacement doesn't last very long.

Thanks. It helps to hear real world experience.

DP
Pics of the cars:
http://tinyurl.com/4fcsn

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JS - 01 May 2005 15:38 GMT

In my experience with the late model cars, stock Ford cables last quite a
long time, but the aftermarket replacements either snap or wear through the
lining in a very short period. Unless the cable conversion kit used a stock
Ford part or a FRPP/Ford Motorsport part, I'd be leary of using it.

JS

>I rebuilt the original linkage. It's amazing how much better it works
> when you replace all of the missing bushings. I've heard the cable
> replacement doesn't last very long.

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Mark C. - 02 May 2005 16:56 GMT

So, how much did that conversion cost?

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> In my experience with the late model cars, stock Ford cables last quite a
> long time, but the aftermarket replacements either snap or wear through
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>> when you replace all of the missing bushings. I've heard the cable
>> replacement doesn't last very long.

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mtdubvee - 04 May 2005 15:52 GMT

what kind of mottor are you running with your t5? did the tranny bolt
right up? what all did you have to change? i am int4rested in doing the
same thing and i was just wondering. thanks

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