That would work. Amazing how much the customized gauge looks like the originals. I have a 56 dash cluster that I put SW gauges in but hadn't done anything with the speedo. I think, in the spring, I will get a Speedhut GPS unit to fit. I also like the simplified mount using a screw collar on the back to tighten the gauges in the panel. Chuck

Y's guys rule!
Looking for McCullouch VS57 brackets and parts. Also looking for 28 Chrysler series 72 parts. And early Hemi parts.

MoonShadow, 292 w/McCulloch, 28 Chrysler Roadster, 354 Hemi)
Manchester, New Hampshire

Chuck, Thanks for the review on the Speedhut GPS Speedo. Don't worry about the "rave" It's good to hear you liked them so much. That's how the rest of us find out whats good or bad.

Since I want to keep my '55 Ranchwagon's dash stock in appearance I was looking at getting a 2 1/16" Speedhut GPS speedo to 'back up' the original and install it in a under dash gauge mount. With their customizing feature it looks pretty close to my SW oil and temp gauges... Not exact, but close.



"The Master Cylinder"

Enjoying life at the beach in SOCAL

I have 2 T5 Z code 5 speeds that I got from Modern Driveline in Boise. One in my 56 pickup behind a 351C and the other to go in my 55 Fairlane behind a rebuilt 292. The pickup drives and shifts like a dream. Modern Driveline can provide everything you need - adapters, yokes, speedo driven gears, shifters, clutches - both 10 and 11 inch etc.

Mark

1956 Mercury M100
1955 Ford Fairlane Club Sedan
Delta, British Columbia

I've been using the Speedhut GPS speedo in the roadster all summer. Works great! With this setup you don't have to worry about calculating tire size or gear ratio. You can change all you want. I just put a set of "custom" Speedhut gauges in a new dash for the roadster. Very nice set and very easy to setup. They come with plug in connectors from the gauges and senders. Its even possible to take the gauges out of their cans and use them without the bezels or cups. I had them make two of the gauges 90degree bottom sweep at very little additional cost. I didn't intend to rave on one company quite so much but they have been excellent to deal with. Chuck

Y's guys rule!
Looking for McCullouch VS57 brackets and parts. Also looking for 28 Chrysler series 72 parts. And early Hemi parts.

MoonShadow, 292 w/McCulloch, 28 Chrysler Roadster, 354 Hemi)
Manchester, New Hampshire

Or if you don't already have a speedo you could get a GPS Speedo like the units from Speed Hut for not much more than the Auto Meter Interface... http://www.speedhut.com/gauges/GPS-Speedometers-Gauges-Only/1:3|39:1/i=12&p=5 You can even customize the face if needed/wanted. The one I'm interested in matches my SW oil an temp gauges pretty closely.

"The Master Cylinder"

Enjoying life at the beach in SOCAL

Slick56;

I remember the trial and error process with my T-5 trying to get the correct driven gear for my Haneline (no longer in business) speedometer. On my current build, I am seriously thinking about this new technology "Sky Drive" that uses GPS for calibrating your speedo. There are several companies making them and they average about $200, but may be worth eliminating the hassle. Here is an example of Auto Meter's device that is universal. http://www.autometer.com/media_newsarticle.aspx?yr=2012&mo=3&aid=124

Rono

  Ron Lane,  Meridian, ID

Cheers Charlie Brown, terrific website + heaps of great information.

I have asked the question re. the Tremec part no., something i didn't consider was type of speedo drive, electronic or gear,

also of concern is a forward mount shifter to clear the split bench.

I have 205/75-15 tyres, 3.70 gears 9"

This is a fantastic forum, there appears to be an answer to everything!

Thanks again,

Al.


South Australia

What follows I posted on Sept. 13th in response to another inquiry about transmission selection. I'm not 'up' on all the TREMEC numbers. The T-5Z will work for your application, my understanding is that some newer T-5 application units will not. I'd call Modern Driveline.

The T-5Z has a lot to be said for it. What follows is a small piece of what is presented on the Modern Driveline web site in the 'Tech Alley' section labelled 'T-5 History'
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The "Z" Spec T-5

"In 1993 Ford started offering a new service unit to the Ford Motorsport crowd. The nick name T-5z comes from Ford’s part number, 7003Z. This Ford Motorsport T-5 is also sometimes referred to as "World Class T-5". While it is a Word Class T-5, as it has all the upgrades, having a 2.95 first and “Cobra pocket bearing does not make it “World Class”. The T-5z is a 1993 Cobra T-5 with 2.95 first gear set and .63 over drive. It has the best of everything. Hardened gears, short throw factory shifter, steel front bearing retainer, and tapered output shaft bearing and a seven tooth drive speedometer gear. Best of all it has a torque rating of 330ft/lbs. based on 100,000 mile usage. The stock T-5Z can handle up to 450hp with a soft locking clutch and is not shock loaded like in drag racing."

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NOTE: The T-5Z 5 speed transmission weighs only 75 pounds! Also, IF you look at the Modern Driveline web site, you'll see that they also offer the option of a .73 overdrive ratio or a .59 overdrive overdrive for an additional charge. The .63 5th gear overdrive ratio is the standard TREMEC offering.

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A four speed or five speed transmission with the right rear end gearing will change the driving enjoyment of your y-block! With my tire size and 3.56:1 gears, I opted for the .73 overdrive ratio T-5z Modern offers.

I hope that pointing you toward the Modern Driveline web site is of some help.

NoShortcuts
a.k.a. Charlie Brown
near Syracuse, New York

I can get a brand new V8 5.4L XR8 TREMEC TR-3650 5 SPEED at a good price. Does anyone know how hard to fit one of these?


South Australia

Trimming the input shaft not necessary if going in a car and using Mummert's adapter.  It is just the right thickness to not require trimming.

You gotta have the right tools and know how to use 'em.

TC - Austin, Texas