I've heard this World Class term mentioned a few times on this site, and I have no clue what it means or is. Is it a special option tranny or what? How could someone tell if their tranny is a "world class"?

 

I believe camaros and birds used wc after 87....i could be wrong. i think it means better syncronizers and they can handle a little more torque. I,m sure someone else will post soon with more info.

 

I am pretty sure '88 and up V8 thirdgens got the world class T5's. I believe they just had better syncronizers as mentioned above and were rated at 330ft/lbs of torque while the regular ones were 300ft/lbs

 

Oh well, thanks for the info, but I think I'm screwed either way.

 

The T5 World Class started out in 87. It uses a Dexron III type lubrication system and features much better lubricating properties than the standard T5 available in previous models. The synchros are beefier and the bearing are tappered instead of the standard $hit. It will last longer.

 

not tht Ive looked very hard but where do you put the fluid in on that tranny?

 

I remove the shifter and pour it in from the top. Works great! I used to use an old fuel pump and rubber tubing to pump it into the upper plug on the passenger side.

 

How can I check the level? I havent noticed a stick unless im just missing it.

 

GM switch to the WC T5 in 88, I think the mustangs got them in 85.

Rated Strength

non-WC, 2.95 low: 275-280 Ib-ft
WC, 2.95 low: 305 Ib-ft
Ford Racing "Z" box: 330 Ib-ft

 

No, there's no stick. The proper way is to remove the top plug on the passenger side. While filling, when fluid reaches that level (the upper plug), plug her up and you're done. make a note of how much fluid you used (remember, A/F only!!) that way you can change it faster and easier the next time. I change mine every 10,000km's but then again, I'm overkill and always have been.

 

thanks alot steve. maybe someday ill aquire some vast knowledge so i can help others out as well as you guys have helped me.

Brandon