Hey, I want to swap a T-5 into my 67 mustang with a 200 6 and a 3spd manual. I would like to keep my stock clutch setup if possible. I believe I could get a T-5 out of a Tbird Turbo Coupe pretty cheap. Would this tranny work? I have also heard that the 4 cyl mustang t5 is a bit lower geared. Would I be better off to hold out for one of those, or is the turbo coupe T5 the same? So assuming I can keep my stock bellhousing and clutch if I use an adapter (I know I have seen one, can't remeber where), what else would I need? crossmember? shorter/longer driveshaft? Different yokes?
67 I-6 3spd manual to T-5 Swap- what do I need?
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Hey, I want to swap a T-5 into my 67 mustang with a 200 6 and a 3spd manual. I would like to keep my stock clutch setup if possible. I believe I could get a T-5 out of a Tbird Turbo Coupe pretty cheap. Would this tranny work? I have also heard that the 4 cyl mustang t5 is a bit lower geared. Would I be better off to hold out for one of those, or is the turbo coupe T5 the same? So assuming I can keep my stock bellhousing and clutch if I use an adapter (I know I have seen one, can't remeber where), what else would I need? crossmember? shorter/longer driveshaft? Different yokes?
I just did this exact same swap in my 67 200ci coupe with 3-speed manual. Here's what I did and it took about 3 hours to complete.I used a T5 World class out of a 1985 thunderbird turbo coupe car and I bought a steeda tri-ax shifter which I love.Shop around and you can get those shifters for cheap. I ordered the kit from mustangs unlimited part number TRA670534 01 ,it includes the adapter,trans crossmember,slip yoke,trans mount and all associated hardware.You will need to order a new pilot bearing when using that 4cyl trans it is SKF 6202-2RSJ that is part number,just google it or order from auto zone online is what I did.You can buy a stock clutch setup or use your old one it's up to you. I had my driveshaft shortened an inch and then put a new end on it to match the t5 yokes u joint size, cost 130 bucks to do the driveshaft. That is pretty much it. Might have to buy a diffrent speedo gear,but the original cable and everything will work with t5. Any questions just ask or pm me. hope this helps
Edit: i forgot the most important part, this is a great swap and made my car so much more fun to drive and it is about twice as fast as before, drove it 80 miles yesterday and the fuel gauge barely moved. Cruised 75 down the interstate at about half throttle,had to keep it floored before to maintain speed. The 4 cyl trans has the right gearing for these 6cyl motors and I would recommend this swap to anyone.
Edit: i forgot the most important part, this is a great swap and made my car so much more fun to drive and it is about twice as fast as before, drove it 80 miles yesterday and the fuel gauge barely moved. Cruised 75 down the interstate at about half throttle,had to keep it floored before to maintain speed. The 4 cyl trans has the right gearing for these 6cyl motors and I would recommend this swap to anyone.
Thanks! That is exactly what I needed to hear! I will see about getting ahold of that turbo coupe! It may take awhile to come up with the cash. I am 24, make 2,000 a month, have 700 in house payments every month, and we have a baby on the way! LOL! But I really want to make this car something I can drive anywhere and get good mileage. I will keep in contact with you since I will probably need more help! 
Thanks alot!
Thanks alot!
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I'd check the condition of the slip yoke you have, chances are it's OK, and you won't need to spend the cash. The stock T5 shifter will work just fine, if you don't mind the slightly longer throw, and the savings. Aftermarket shifters often require cutting the hole in the floor, slightly.
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