T-56 - Lateral-g Forums

badazz81z28 · #1 03-18-2015, 03:56 PM

The corvette T56 will not suffice your need. It uses a transaxle/torque tube type of set-up. You will want a T56 from a Camaro/GTO/Viper.

Hognuts · #2 03-18-2015, 04:14 PM

That is why I am on here! That would've been an expensive lesson!

Hognuts · #3 03-18-2015, 04:17 PM

If a guy did find a great deal on one of the afore mentioned donor transmissions will the shift linkage work from one of the magnum kits, or are they completely different animals?

Hognuts · #4 03-18-2015, 07:19 PM

Talked to the guys at Anaheim Gear after reading some of the other posts on here. I think I am going to shift my plans to a Tremec 5 speed. Looks like a little more affordable and less drama on the install, and with the old heavy Chevy being a pretty mild build, should hold up alright.

**WSSix** · #5 03-19-2015, 08:11 AM

LT1 T56 would bolt right up to the engine but then you have to figure out what to do about the manual clutch. I think you're better off going T5 as you're leaning, too. Good luck!

badazz81z28 · #6 03-19-2015, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by WSSix

LT1 T56 would bolt right up to the engine but then you have to figure out what to do about the manual clutch. I think you're better off going T5 as you're leaning, too. Good luck!

I wouldn't suggest a T5 for any V8 application.

**GregWeld** · #7 03-19-2015, 02:43 PM

Hognuts ---- when deciding on a tranny choice -- look them up on Google etc and make certain you understand the torque ratings for them. The T5 has a couple different "models" -- one for low torque cars -- and another (WC version) for higher torque. However -- what you really need to know is what's right for your particular combo of engine power - usage (abusage... LOL) - tire grip etc.

I have a TKO 600 in one of my hot rods and don't like it at all --- it's not a nice "feeling" transmission and I will swap it out for the nicer shifting T56....