Re: [Chevelle-List] Tremec Trannies

[Michael Pell]

Well, now that I've done it once, it seems pretty easy.  :-) I thought I had to "lift" the tunnel, but turns out I didn't.  And a original 4sp tunnel would be even easier. All that that is required is a 26 spline clutch, and you must use the C6 slip yoke on the driveshaft (free with TKO purchase).   Your GM bellhousing, fork, pilot bearing, etc will work. Oh, and of course an opening for the shifter base.  I'm not sure about driveshaft length, but I think you'd have to have yours shortened a bit. Optionally, but recommended is a GM speedo adapter ($60), and a reverse light switch ($16). And a cross member modification is most likely required.  The GM Tremec 5sp uses a standard TH400 trans mount, but I lowered my tailshaft by 3/8" to get the top of the trans to clear the tunnel. I tried to add significant detail in my article at http://www.chevelles.com/techref/web_pages/pell/Tremec/TremecInstallation.html Feel free to ask away. Mike, Lojac wrote:  How difficult was the install?  Did you have to buy anything else to get the tranny to work?  There is a large list of options.  What do you actually need? Thanks,Lojac ----- Original Message ----- From: Michael Pell To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, March 01, 2002 7:21 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Tremec Trannies  Hi Lojac, I have the Tremec 5speed TKO in my Chevelle, behind a 550hp/550ft lb 454, and I love it.  It's a very strong, great shifting trans, and is a true Overdrive.  5th is 0.68, whereas the Richmond is a 1:1 5th.   The TKO version is rated at 525 ft lbs, where the Richmond is rated at 425-450ft lb. I've started a Tremec vs Richmond comparison, see it at: http://www.tremectransmissions.com/5sp_comparison.html The 5 speeds are used for drag racing, road racing, and even tow trucks. The Tremec 6 speed is a good trans also, and is rated at 425 ft lbs.   The gear spreads aren't as good as the Tremec 5sp, and it's considerably larger in size.  It would require modifications to your tunnel, where the Tremec 5 sp will fit in your tunnel without modifications (if you lower the tailshaft by 3/8"). See here for a very detailed account of my installation: http://www.chevelles.com/techref/web_pages/pell/Tremec/TremecInstallation.html Feel free to ask more questions.  I'm a Tremec distributor, and have learned quite a lot about them. I can also offer a discount to the list members.  :-) Mike, Lojac wrote: What is the general thoughts on the Tremec 5 or 6 speed manual trannies for my 69 Chevelle? Just Curious,Lojac--   Check out my webpage at http://www.ProStreetCar.com   and my For Sale page at http://www.ProStreetCar.com/classifieds.html   Tremec Distributor at http://www.tremectransmissions.com/   Team Chevelle membership #178 (Gold)   --   Check out my webpage at http://www.ProStreetCar.com   and my For Sale page at http://www.ProStreetCar.com/classifieds.html   Tremec Distributor at http://www.tremectransmissions.com/   Team Chevelle membership #178 (Gold)