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Old 06-11-2021, 01:27 PM   #13
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Default Re: T5 trany in 55 wagon

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Originally Posted by LD-Ordie View Post
I did install a TKO-600 in my 55 3100 a few years back.

I did research it as a Mustang V8 with the 7 1/8" input shaft. Will share my progress
I have a TKO 600 "Road Race" version with the .82 overdrive ratio in my '40 Ford coupe. My little Chevy with a healthy cam really likes that .82, along with the 3.50 in the '57 Ford 9".

Well, the fact that you have a V8 Mustang T5 is very encouraging. You wouldn't have the factory ID tag that identifies exactly what that trans started life as, would you? I'm thinking that it likely will have the 3.35 1st gear .....the close-ratio gear set, and if so, ya done GOOD! You should be very pleased with it's performance. Do you know what your REAR end ratio is? BE SURE to use the correct lubricant!!! DD
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