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Old Nov 24, 2023 | 05:59 PM
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Is there a 5 speed transmission that will plug and play behind a L75 with a T-10?
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Old Nov 24, 2023 | 06:30 PM
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Gas powered? Not atmospheric electricity?

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Old Nov 24, 2023 | 07:55 PM
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Welcome to the CF! Check out, American Power Train, Modern Drive Line and Silver Sport Transmissions. It you use the search function on here there are several post related to 5-speed conversions. Dennis
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Old Nov 25, 2023 | 09:14 PM
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You will most likely have to change the clutch disc to fine-spline, and the driveshaft will likely need to be shortened.
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I recently installed the kit from SST in my 63, everything you need is in their kit. Took a 400 mile round trip yesterday, all interstate. Clicking along at 70MPH and Two Grand on the Tach is sweet.
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Originally Posted by Sixguns
I recently installed the kit from SST in my 63, everything you need is in their kit. Took a 400 mile round trip yesterday, all interstate. Clicking along at 70MPH and Two Grand on the Tach is sweet.
I have to say, the more I read about the benefits of 5-speed conversions, my "stick with the original Muncie" resolve is ever so slightly starting to weaken.

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I like the 5 speed option, it can be installed so it looks stock so you get the best of the old look and the new performance. I don't think a 5 speed conversion will ever break even financially, it is all about enjoying the car while you drive.
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