T-50 5 speed

Discussion in 'Parts wanted' started by Jim Blackwood, Feb 8, 2007.

  1. Jim Blackwood

    Jim Blackwood Well-Known Member

    I'm looking for a deal on a close ratio T-50. They were used behind V8 engines and IIRC had two grooves cut in the input shaft.

    Jim@BlackwoodLabs.com
     
  2. 436'd Skylark

    436'd Skylark Sweet Fancy Moses!!!!!

    Are you looking for a T5 from a Camaro or Firebird? I would highly recommend you look for another transmission. THe T5 is a notoriously weak and overall a piece of crap. Torque ratings were either 285, or 305 for a "world class" T5 that had a larger input bearing. I've personally witnessed 2 of these transmission blow up behind mild SBC. Not worth the money. Find a nice richmond.
     
  3. Jim Blackwood

    Jim Blackwood Well-Known Member

    Nope, I meant T-50. Ordinarily I wouldn't be looking for such a lightweight transmission, but it's a band-aid while I'm putting something better together.

    Jim
     
  4. frednoah

    frednoah Well-Known Member

  5. 436'd Skylark

    436'd Skylark Sweet Fancy Moses!!!!!

    my bad. whats a T-50? Never heard of one. enlighten me:beer
     
  6. Jim Blackwood

    Jim Blackwood Well-Known Member

    Used in the mid 70's in mid sized GM's with V6's and small V8's (262 & 265 cu.in.) Borg Warner. 1st manual to use auto fluid as oil, 5 speed OD, had an oddball shift pattern.

    Jim
     
  7. stew'86MCSS396

    stew'86MCSS396 Well-Known Member

    IIRC Vegas and Chevettes got those. Posssible some Monzas/H-bodies but all the ones I've owned were 4 speed Saginaws.
     

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