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Hi Nick,
Yes, the GM version of the Tremec 3550 is a direct bolt in, in that it
bolts to your GM bellhousing, has a GM input shaft, uses the GM TH400 trans
mount, and uses alll GM clutch, linkages, fork, bearing, etc. Now the
exceptions:
- has aC6 output shaft,
- your driveshaft might need shortened.
- the Tremec is a "toploader", meaning the shifter sticks out the top
of the trans, rather than on the side like the Muncies.
With an original manual car (floor shift), the stock shifter opening will
work, and only needs widened a bit. With an automatic car, you have to cut
a shifter hole anyway. You can see what this looks like in my article,
although your Camaro will have a different hump. Also see pics at
http://www.fortesparts.com/tremec/tr3550-69camaro.html .
The Tremec trans is more square than a Muncie, so it doesn't fit in the
tunnel (68-72 Chevelle) as well. To compensate, I dropped the back of the
trans down 3/8", by lowering the transmission tab on the crossmember. This
was easy enough to do. (again, see my article). For your Camaro, I can
also get a custom made crossmember for you.
Your original console should work also, at least it will on my '69
Chevelle. I still need to install mine, but it looks like it'll work
fine. Probably won't be able to use the 4sp shifter plate in the console
though.
The Tremec is an overdrive trans, and 5th is available with either a .68 or
.83 ratio. I have the .68 and 4.33 gears, and at 60mph, the engine is
turning about 1900rpm! Gear ratios are: 3.27, 1.98, 1.34, 1.00, and
.68/.83. This allows you to keep your lower rear end gear, and still
have a driveable car (highway speeds).
Another bonus is that the Tremec is stronger than the Richmond, by about
100 ft lbs, depending on which Richmond source you check. And I think its
less expensive, or certainly comparable in price.
Please let me know of any other questions. I'm going to build a website
that has these details. It'll be at http://www.TremecTransmissions.com
take care,
nick visciani wrote:
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> PLUG AWAY -
> Is a tremec a direct bolt in for a super T-10????
> ..and is 5th 1:1 or over drive???
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> I've got a 69 Camaro (4.10 rear) - in dire need of a transmission face
> lift....tired of spinning it 4000rpm down the highway trying to keep up
>
> Nick
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> Hi guys/gals. This email is a shameless plug for me. :-)
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> I just became a Tremec Distributor, so I thought I'd share. Please let
> me know if I can help at all with your Tremec 5sp interests.
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> Yes, I'll offer a special price for the Team Chevelle members! :-)
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