T-5 versus T-56?
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T-5 versus T-56?
I've always heard that the stock T-5 five speed transmission is not as strong as the T-56 six speed. But if you were going to rebuild a T-5, are there aftermarket parts that would make it stronger?
Also, what are the gear ratios of each gear of the T-5? Is first gear lower on the T-56?
Also, what are the gear ratios of each gear of the T-5? Is first gear lower on the T-56?
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Transmission: RS-T5... Trans Am 700r4
Re: T-5 versus T-56?
Check out g-force transmissions for a stronger t5
From what I understand, the main advantage of the t56, other than being stronger, is the 6yh gear is am ultra deep 2nd overdrive. Giving you lower rpms on the highway
From what I understand, the main advantage of the t56, other than being stronger, is the 6yh gear is am ultra deep 2nd overdrive. Giving you lower rpms on the highway
Re: T-5 versus T-56?
Weak point of the T5 is the case and G-force sells a stronger replacement along with practically everything else for it. Even after you're done with all those upgrades you can buy a built up T56 that will take twice the tq
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Re: T-5 versus T-56?
Run the T5. Go T56 when it breaks.
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