1967-81 Camaro Tremec TKO Overdrive Transmission Kit Installation Notes

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The following installation notes are a summary only. For more detailed information or questions regarding an install, give us a call at 707-544-4761.

Installation Information

Tunnel fitment:
The Tremec TKO will fit within the tunnel of a 1967-81 Camaro.

Shifter location:
If you have a center console and you desire perfect shifter fitment you can use the optional Hurst Blackjack offset shifter. Using this direct bolt-on shifter achieves perfect shift stick positioning within your stock console and eliminates the need to modify your floor board, console, or car in any way. Alternatively, the standard shifter that comes with your new Tremec TKO is an acceptable option. When using the stock Tremec shifter it is necessary to trim a small “quarter moon” out of your floor board on the right edge of your stock 4-speed shifter opening. It is also possible that you will need to make minor modifications to the plastic shift plate tunnel piece (if equipped) to achieve proper fitment. These modifications are extremely minor and for the most part undetectable.


1969 Camaro with Blackjack offset shifter


1969 Camaro install complete – perfect position!


1970 Camaro with Tremec shifter


1970 Camaro with Blackjack offset shifter

Cross-member & transmission mount:
You will need a custom made cross-member designed specifically for the Tremec TKO conversion.

Bellhousing & clutch linkage:
Your stock clutch linkage and bellhousing will work with the Tremec TKO.

Driveshaft:
You will need a new, shorter driveshaft with a 31 spline slip yoke.

Speedometer and reverse lights:
You will need a custom speedometer cable that is compatible with the Tremec TKO as well as your stock speedometer gauge. The Tremec TKO also has a provision for an electric speedometer.

Clutch components:
You will need a 26 spline clutch disc. Replacing your pressure plate and clutch disc at the same time is recommended.

We are confident that installing a Tremec overdrive transmission will be one of the best improvements that you can make to your Classic Chevy and your driving experience will increase greatly because of it. With this in mind, it is also important to understand that anytime you install non-stock parts, of any type, in your car, it is possible that things will not go exactly as planned and that some minor modifications may be required to your car or to the conversion parts in order to achieve proper fitment. Because of slight variations on the production line when your car was built, past modifications to your car by previous owners, past accidents that your car may have been involved in, and after 30+ years of time on the road, each car is slightly different or unique in its own way.

It is important that you proceed with your installation knowing that, while not likely, some modifications other than those that have already been clearly stated, may be required.

While we are confident that you will be extremely happy with your new Tremec TKO overdrive transmission, it is important that you understand the potential realities with this install before you make your purchase rather than have you find out after the fact. Please proceed with your Tremec TKO kit purchase with this in mind.

[JodysTransmissions]

edit your "Driveshaft" requirements.

[Hurst_Drivelines]

Originally Posted by JodysTransmissions

edit your "Driveshaft" requirements.

Nice catch, JodysTransmissions. Thanks for pointing that out.