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Old Feb 25, 2001 | 06:04 AM
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T56 handle a 502 Big Block?
Will a T56 6-speed live behind a 502 BBC? Can any mods. be performed to strenghen it?
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Old Feb 25, 2001 | 08:26 AM
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I really don't know what kind of torque you're talking about your 502 putting out but I know that the Dodge Viper uses a T-56 and it makes 450 HP and 490 lb.-ft. of torque.

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Old Feb 25, 2001 | 03:12 PM
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700 hp, 740 ft-lbs @ 6200 rpm.
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Old Feb 26, 2001 | 12:23 PM
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Car: 1999 Pontiac T/A Firehawk
Engine: ***'s Engine
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Not a chance in hell of it taking that kind of power.
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Old Feb 26, 2001 | 12:41 PM
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Gotta get a 1-ton diesel truck tranny for that kinda torque.
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Old Feb 26, 2001 | 10:36 PM
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What manual transmissions are available for this range of power output (700/700+ hp/tq)?
Tremec? Anything modified? Help ... I don't want to be stuck behind an AT !?!
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Old Feb 27, 2001 | 10:15 AM
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A friend of mine with a 718 hp 69 camaro just called richmond gear...they have a suitable one for about $2500. I honestly dont know any of the details, but you may want to call them.
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