FISHBREATH
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Anybody running a big block with a TREMEC? Any install problems? Drive shaft work? Hump work? Clutch?
Thanks, Long, I do remember that thread and I now saved it for reference. What is the difference between the TKO-500 and TKO-600?
with the tko600, did the shifter mount in the stock 4 speed hump?
thanks im about to do a tko600 swap aswell
so you didnt have to modify your floor or shifter hump at all?
thanks
Thanks so much for the pic!
after you cut that out it just bolted right in place with the parts you got from kiesler. Im thinking of just buying a tko600 from a salvage yard
Thanks so much for the pic!
after you cut that out it just bolted right in place with the parts you got from kiesler. Im thinking of just buying a tko600 from a salvage yard
i found out that the tko 600 is an aftermarket only trans & im just going to save up for the kiesler kit,its sounds pretty straight forward. thanks again for the pic.
I don`t think you`ll ever regret making the swap and Keisler makes it easy. OD transmissions are one of the best ways to reduce wear on your engine.
As much as I am NOT opposed to a five speed I have to say it really isn't necessary with a big block. Normally you need more gear ratios where you lack a broad torque curve. If I were looking at an overdrive I'd look at Passon's new 833-OD (which I believe can be had in an 18-spline). No extra mods, bolts in place just like the original and, I believe, considerably less expensive.
for $600 extra you get 1 more gear & a trans that has been modified for an Abody
Also if i go with the 833 i'll have to cut the input shaft which is a major no-no to me.
the crank is drilled, but not super deep, but just enough for the tremec trans.
I wouldnt call that a "hack job" or a "cobble job" .....I call that top notch fabrication, my .02.