I'm picking up a 82 z28 this evening. It's got the manual tranny which from what I've read is a 4 speed instead of the later t5s that were used. Also it's carbed although I'm not sure if it's the factory 305 or a 350 swapped in. Any issues with the 4 speeds? From what I've read it's mechanical? Does anyone have info on what would be involved in swapping to a t56?

 

If it's an LG4 car then you should have a T-10, with a 3.42:1 first and a 2.73:1 axle. That's the weakest of the T-10s, and not many people want that gearing. I;d give $ 150 for that trans if nothing's broken, and it has the correct gearing, but that doesn't answer your questions. Torque rating on it is 285 TQ. There are other T-10s with better gearing and corresponding higher torque ratings, but no OD. The T56 swap works about the same as if you started with an '83 T5.

 

Thanks for replying. It is an lg4. Haven't had a chance to get a better look and things but I did see a hydraulic clutch master cylinder so I'm assuming my hydraulics and pedals would work for a later t5 or t56 swap.

 

Also reverse is down and to the right. Still t10?