The magnum 6 speed on the other hand requires a lot of new hardware to make the same adaptation because of its t 56style bolt pattern on the front. The cost differential based on my most recent info is about 500 between the t56 and tko 600 so it not a major deal breaker.
Should I Upgrade To A Tremec Tko 5 Speed Or Magnum 6 Speed
Tko600 vs t56 magnum. They can handle up to 550whp with 0 issues. The most notable difference between the input shaft used in the t 56 and the tr 6060 and magnum is the bearing hardware which is much larger in the tr 6060 and magnum. Things i have considered. 1979 1995 mustang ford performance tremec tko 600 extra hd 5 speed transmission review. Tko 500 is only a 5 speed. The t56 magnum nightstick is an all new design that combines the ball and socket shift stub found on the viper 6 speed with a completely new base plate configuration that eliminates oil leakage around the.
Grannas racing 38004 views. T56magnum tko600 follow on instagram. So the key questions are. This helps the transmission endure significantly increased torque. Cost do it once right. A factory t56 would be fine man.
Is the magnum a better fit and is the floor cutting still necessary. 1968 chevelle ss396 ls6 454 tko600 5 speed vs 1971 chevelle ss454 t56 magnum 6 speed who will get the better highway miles per gallon. And 600 is build to handle 800 out of the box. Page 1 of 2 1 2 next jun 17 2012 1. The tko has a final drive of 64 t56 is 50 if i go with 410 i think the decision is easier and the 6 speed makes more sense as the final drive of 50 gives more flexibility with that gear set. Tko600 vs t56 magnum discussion in road side pub started by chances50 jun 17 2012.
Tremec t56 magnum f vs ls t56 vs tr6060 vs magnum xl duration. The t56 magnum nightstick shifter arrives finished in a sleek midnight black anodize with the unmistakable bowler b logo etched on top. The magnum is also much larger requiring floorpan modifications to fit in nearly all 1972 and older cars and even many 1970s and 1980s vehicles. Feb 19 2009 location. The research on the t56 indicated having to cut the floor reinforcements and other mods i am not that comfortable with but those are not for the aftermarket magnum from what i can tell only for the late model vehicle swaps. Chances50 new member established member.