[vinnietbird]

I'm thinking about doing a 5 speed swap this summer.I've never done a swap like this.What's needed other than the obvious?

Tranny
bell housing
clutch and flywheel
pedal assembly
shifter
cable

anything else?By the way,the car is an '88 Thunderbird with a 5.0 H.O.I know I could get a shifter from a Turbo Coupe,and the rest would be Mustang parts.

 

[1 Bad 88 GT]

An aftermarket shifter would be best. Also an aluminum quadrant, adj. cable and a firewall adjuster are worth their weight in gold. You may be able to use your current trans Xmember but you might need a new one.



BTW you'll need a pilot bearing and a clutch fork.

 

[vinnietbird]

Thanks.I'm making a list and getting ready to start collecting parts.What's that?Do I hear E-Bay calling my name?

 

[1 Bad 88 GT]

If you Ebay a T5 look at least at putting some synchros in it unless you trust the seller.

 

[vinnietbird]

Thanks a lot.I'm going to save getting the tranny last.Bell housing and all of the little bits and pieces first.Since the trans is the most expensive item,waiting a while will give me time to sell some stuff on E-Bay and get my funds flowing.1B,I appreciate your input.This forum has really helped in the building of my Thunderbird.I know a lot about cars,I also have a lot to learn.Thanks again.

 

[Ronbuell]

Hey Vinnie, That AOD is heavy compared to the T5, hope you have some help and a lift. I've heard of guys flatbacking the switch, but its a lot of work. Good luck.

 

[vinnietbird]

I've got a couple of good friends who love this stuff also,plus,I have a very big floor jack that I used swapping the AOD 4 times...........yes,4 times.I'll start collecting parts one by one soon.I'm expecting a pay raise this summer (about $480 a month),and that'll make a big difference in my parts acquisition.

 

[tonys10sec306]

yeah ebay is calling you

 

[vinnietbird]

I'm watching a bell housing now.Gotta start somewhere.