5 spd. conversion Questions

dualquadpete · Canadian Poncho Superstar!

5 spd. conversion Questions

4SPEED427 · A Poncho Legend!

Does that $500 include a bellhousing? The reason I ask is, I think the bellhousing for the 5 speed is different than the 4 speed the 78-87 G body used, isn't it? I'm not certain but thought I better mention that now.

DrCAS · Guru

If you use the Camaro T-5, it was turned 15 degrees to make it fit better and you will need the bellhousing from the Camaro to make it work.

Only some of the S-10 came with T-5's. Later models used a New Process transmission as did the full size pick ups.

Having done a lot of research into this as I am looking to put a five speed into my Astre, I am beginning to think that the cost for a brand new one isn't sounding so bad. The S-10 transmissions were not the "world class" variety. Some of the Camaro ones were but not all. In looking into this, I figure buying a used transmission , the rebuild kit , and any gears you might need, on top of the labor, the new one is looking better and better...

There are complete kits for swapping automatic to manual transmissions and all sort of stuff you might need or want,

There are many really good sites to go to:

Complete transmissions and kits:

http://www.keislerauto.com

http://www.proformancepowertrain.com

http://www.hurst-drivelines.com

http://www.americanpowertrain.com

http://ddperformance.com

Parts:

http://www.thegearbox.org

Good Articles:

Installing T-5 in old Chevy P.U.

T-% Rebuild

Hope this helps....

-- Edited by DrCAS on Saturday 1st of January 2011 12:36:07 PM

rabbit64cs · Canadian Poncho Superstar!

You can buy smaller booster , check ebay for a variety...

wilwood makes the master for the clutch, with a remote reservior, the street rods also use a 90' pedal assembly so that everything tucks up under the dash.. the arm swing and master cyl are 90' to each other ,, very slick..

just options if your looking...

dualquadpete wrote:

Help, I want to run a GM 5 spd. in the 52 Torpedo back. have been "told" that a S10 5spd. out of a 4.3 V6 is the one to get??? I don't have room on F/wall for a Hyd. M/cyl. due to the Pwr. brake unit thats there. Is there a trans that has the conventional clutch fork?? or can I bolt one of these to a reg. chevy. b/hsg. Change the "booster thats there now?? to a smaller one. This is sitting on 84 Olds or Monty chassis & I "assume" the booster is from that chassis, as well as b/pedal & strg. column. I'm going to order a complete clutch & b/pedal set up from Penn. USA. close to $500 for complete set up pedal to fork for 78 to 87 Monty. & don't want to make a mistake here,[ a 5oo US mistake] Camaro trans [ I was told] has the shifter coming out on an angle, & makes in awkward to get it straight up??? I'm going to be running at least 300 HP SBC with 3:42's[7.5 GM rear end] out back & 245x60x 15" rubber on the rear!!! Any suggestions

-- Edited by rabbit64cs on Saturday 1st of January 2011 12:43:09 PM

-- Edited by rabbit64cs on Saturday 1st of January 2011 12:59:52 PM

dualquadpete · Canadian Poncho Superstar!

Carl Stevenson wrote:

Does that $500 include a bellhousing? The reason I ask is, I think the bellhousing for the 5 speed is different than the 4 speed the 78-87 G body used, isn't it? I'm not certain but thought I better mention that now.

Carl, no that didn't include the B/hsg. Everything else, Pedal to the clutch fork!! If I could find a Iraq'y Taxi the whole set up is "supposed" to work too??? But I don't think thats going to happen!!!! Would GM still have those parts?? Even if I could get the pedal, cross shaft etc. I could "fab" the rods!! Dr CAS those sites were "enlightening" to say the least!! Every good info there. Thanks Pete

unclebernie · Guru

Here is a complete listing in Hamilton, 4spd instead of 5 though..... Keep an eye out on KIJIJI I think these parts pop up fairly frequently. Good Luck, will be cool when done!!!

Kijiji Ontario > Hamilton > cars & vehicles > auto parts, tires > transmission, drive train > Ad ID 247724393
4 speed with pedals for G-Body
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Date Listed 10-Dec-10
Price $1,000.00
Address 251 Green Mountain Rd E, Hamilton, ON L8J 2X9, Canada
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4-speed Saginaw with clutch, pressure plate, flywheel, and pedal assembly for G-body. Pedal assembly is complete with pedals, z-bar, and all rods. Call 905-664-4785 ask for Shawn.. $1000 for everything or will split up.

-- Edited by unclebernie on Saturday 1st of January 2011 04:53:35 PM

Stephenzone · Canadian Poncho Superstar!

i have a T-5 in my 55 gmc out of a camaro with a s10 tailpiece for the mechanical speedo drive. i used the original style bell-housing because my rear motor-mounts are on the bell-housing. that being said there are 2 sizes of trans pump holes in the old bell-housing. also i had to use the older style starter that bolts to the bell-housing

omp60 · Addicted!

craigslist vancouver
4 speed parts - $175 (Cloverdale)

Date: 2011-01-01, 9:48AM PST
Reply to: sale-ep8bk-2138596263@craigslist.org ^{[Errors when replying to ads?]}

I have a 4 speed set up for a 78-81 Malibu or GBody,just pedals ,linkage and bellhousing,also

a brand new fork and throwout bearing.175 bucks

604 574 9755

Location: Cloverdale
it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

PostingID: 2138596263

87 player bird · Poncho Master!

Just remember that the t5 (world class or not) was not designed for high horsepower, thats why you couldn't buy a thirdgen f-body with a 350 and a clutch. Only available with a 305. I have a wc t-5 in my bird, If you are close by, pop on over and have a look at the bellhousing. If you are interested in finding a wct-5, I belong to a site where it would probably be a snap to pick up what you need.
Mike.

dualquadpete · Canadian Poncho Superstar!

Hey Mike, good idea but in your profile it just says Ontario, [Big Province} where you at BOY???

87 player bird · Poncho Master!

I'm just outside of Welland. Where are you Pete?

MorePower · Poncho Master!

damn, we just had an iraqui taxi for sale on here for $250 with everything you need. Tried to sell it on kijiji....gave car to wreckers. sorry

dualquadpete · Canadian Poncho Superstar!

87 player bird wrote:

I'm just outside of Welland. Where are you Pete?

Straight north of Bowmannville, just east of Port Perry in Blackstock!!! 'Blink & miss it Hamlet!!!!

dualquadpete · Canadian Poncho Superstar!

MorePower wrote:

damn, we just had an iraqui taxi for sale on here for $250 with everything you need. Tried to sell it on kijiji....gave car to wreckers. sorry

DOUBLE DAMN!!!!

87 player bird · Poncho Master!

Bit of a drive for sure, but the suds are always cold here! If you want, join "thirdgen.org" and you will be able to find everything that you are missing. P.M me if you want to head out this wat to look at the set-up in my trans am.

craigslist vancouver4 speed parts - $175 (Cloverdale)

craigslist vancouver
4 speed parts - $175 (Cloverdale)