11-20-2020, 07:27 PM | #21 |
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We have a fairly good supply of S10 T5 cores with the electric speedo sender but the supply of good mechanical speedo trans cores has just about dried up.
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11-20-2020, 07:41 PM | #22 |
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They're not as plentiful as they used to be, but they're still out there. A lot easier to find than a "GOOD" flathead block, for sure! DD
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11-24-2021, 06:36 PM | #23 |
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I'm digging this up a year later.
Does anyone know if the T5 and TKX are the same size? I'm wondering if this would fit in a 35 coupe. I have a T5 in there now. |
11-24-2021, 06:48 PM | #24 |
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I'd like to know also; it seems that this question was not answered (at least not unequivocally) in the original thread.
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11-24-2021, 07:22 PM | #25 |
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Addressing my post of a year ago our core supply of S10 T5's has diminished. We are still taking orders but I don't know for how long. I am starting a new FH powered deuce roadster and if I could get a TKX with the right length input shaft and bearing retainer I would use one. I did inquire about the front shifter and they said if it became available it would add about 300 to the cost.
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11-24-2021, 08:28 PM | #27 |
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I guess it would depend on what you did to your center crossmember to accommodate the T5. '35 & '40 frames are same general shape/size throughout, and I had a TKO 600 bolted into my '40 coupe. The TKX looks to be much cleaned-up, compared to the TKO. I would imagine a TKX would POSSIBLY go a little bit easier than a TKO. I can tell you that the TKO is larger than a T5, for sure. DD
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11-25-2021, 09:03 AM | #29 |
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What does it cost to buy and rebuild a Toploader or buy one that has been rebuilt?
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11-25-2021, 10:29 AM | #30 |
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I don't know about a top loader but we get 1430.00 for a rebuilt S10 T5. That price includes a 1 year guarantee and shipping to any of the lower 48.
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11-27-2021, 04:57 PM | #32 |
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Well I see Speedway sells the TKX. I "assume" the input shaft measurements are good for the flywheel and pilot bushing. Now to find out if the tailshaft mount is the same distance from the front of the trans as the T5.
Anyone install a TKX? https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Treme...n-,107160.html |
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11-27-2021, 08:07 PM | #34 |
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I just clicked the link to look at it. I see they are saving you $319.01 and you still have to supply some of your own parts. I scrolled down the page, and some of their prices shocked me.
I will be continuing with my project of putting a stock OD setup in my car. |
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Denny .....Pretty sure that the *OEM 3" Adapter Bellhousing that Speedway notes is one of the cast or Merc stamped-steel half-bells that need to be used on ANY 8BA standard shift set-up.....An UNDERSTANDABLE note. But I agree that as you noted, some of the pricing of ancillary pieces is NOT friendly! On the other hand, if you ever drove one of these, or even a properly-geared T5 behind YOUR engine, you'd leave that stock O/D trans on the bottom shelf of your work bench! DD |
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11-27-2021, 10:37 PM | #36 |
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Not for four grand (plus all the labor) I wouldn't! And, I already have the half-bell and starter plate (both types).
Anyway, I've got all of the ancillary stuff (lockout cable, relay, kickdown switch, and the wiring harness) already in. Now, to just install the transmission. The 4 speed in my Corvette is getting to be too much for me; I like the idea of "clutch-less" driving in 2nd OD. |
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For me, it'll be some minor alterations as I already have the correct clutch, bellhousing etc. I'm still trying to find out about the shifter & mount location. I'll call Modern Driveline tomorrow. Thanks, Joe |
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11-28-2021, 09:39 AM | #39 |
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I had my TKO reworked for a mid-shifter . . . gives one a much better shifter location. Would like to know what a mid-shifter TKX transmission would cost. Not that I'm in a hurry to buy one, but I'm pondering something different for an off-topic installation.
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