Thread: 351W to T-5 setup
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Old 07-18-2010, 07:31 AM
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Just chiming in here. I did this exact swap on my Cobra 2 years ago when replacing the Top Loader with a T-5 because I wanted the 5th gear for cruising. The only issue, as David pointed out, is the proper imbalance. Just choose the proper 157 tooth flywheel to match the imbalance of your engine. Many flywheels now come with both 28 oz. and 50 oz. bolt-on weights. I assume you are already using a cable pull clutch setup. Once you have all the proper parts for a '87-'93 Mustang it is a bolt-in swap. The '87-'93 bell housing and starter are the correct pieces to use. Make sure to use the backing plate with the bell housing.
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