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07-18-2000, 11:38 PM
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I have a 455 and 3:73 rear end. I had a 4 speed in the car and blew the clutch out. Come to find out I need a 11 inch clutch to handle the torque of the 455. This means buying a new flywheel and pressure plate and clutch. I am told the Muncie will not hold up the 455. Sounds like a good time to put the original parts on the shelf and change to an automatic trans. Any suggestions on good combinations. It will go into a 70 TA.
Do I need a different trans. mount? What type of torque converter? Is a trans brake better than line lock. Who makes a good trans. What about the 4 speed trans (auto). Are there any good five speeds (man) that will hold up. All of your experience will be very helpful. Dave
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07-18-2000, 11:38 PM
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I have a 455 and 3:73 rear end. I had a 4 speed in the car and blew the clutch out. Come to find out I need a 11 inch clutch to handle the torque of the 455. This means buying a new flywheel and pressure plate and clutch. I am told the Muncie will not hold up the 455. Sounds like a good time to put the original parts on the shelf and change to an automatic trans. Any suggestions on good combinations. It will go into a 70 TA.
Do I need a different trans. mount? What type of torque converter? Is a trans brake better than line lock. Who makes a good trans. What about the 4 speed trans (auto). Are there any good five speeds (man) that will hold up. All of your experience will be very helpful. Dave
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07-19-2000, 08:36 AM
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richmond gear has a tough 5-spd out ,good choice of ratios also. i heard they were going to produce a 6-spd ,anyone heard anything on that? mike
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07-19-2000, 10:01 AM
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The six speed has been out for years. With a Long shifter, you're talking about $3200. Stick with the Nash 5 speed for cost. I see them frequently, with Hurst shifters, for about $1000.
For your '70, stay away from the slushboxes. |
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