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Old 04-07-2008, 01:30 AM
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Mike- I have a T56 in my setup, I'm pushing 600+ HP and torque at the engine. The tranny is NOT the same as what is used in the new stock Vipers (those have been beefed up), there are two version available. I went with the base model thay says it can handle 550 HP (or torque I cant remember) but I figure the 1000 pounds I was saving in weight would offset the load capability of the tranny. There is just not enough weight in the rear to keep traction and load up the tranny to a breaking point. It comes with a bellhousing setup for a small block. The bellhousing is the front plate of the tranny so be careful when you swap it out. Other things you will need to figure out is if your tranny tunnel is big enough to fit it. It is longer than than TKO's and the rear cross member is about 3" rearward of a TKO. The rear mount is a GM mount. I made a new one from 2" wide, 1/4" thick L angle steel so I could get the mount holes in the right spots. You will probably need to take a few inches off the driveshaft. The shifter hole lines up with standard holes. There is a electronic reverse switch release (so you dont stuff it into reverse when you what 5th), I purchased the connector to hook it up but ended up not needing it, you can push hard and override the lockout. I have not had any problems with it in any way!! It is smooth and very easy to shift. It is not klunky, course, loose, vague,...

Do I like it? YES and I would do it again. In 6th is cruises 80@2000rpm

I got mine from AMP- (800) 454-8387, for $2100 a few years back.

Rob

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