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01-16-2008, 10:32 PM

Mattangcobra95

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T5 Tranny

Should I switch from the t5 to a 6 speed tranny? Will I get better highway MPG or is there any advantages? I have no problems from the t5 but I do get ALOT of heat from the center console. I was thinking it was the tranny but the guy at the dealership said he didn't think it was coming from the tranny.
Any ideas on the heat would be a big help to. My engine temp was running high but I cutout the holes in my Cobra R hood and it helped alot. Its running a little high in the normal range.

01-16-2008, 10:38 PM

militarymustang88gt

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RE: T5 Tranny

um no it isnt the trans. it is just coming in cause you have no insulation around the shifter from what i am guessing. and if you car is running a bit hot check your coolant level. get a new radiator aka aluminum at least a dual core, and a new thermostat.

01-16-2008, 11:56 PM

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RE: T5 Tranny

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ORIGINAL: Mattangcobra95

Should I switch from the t5 to a 6 speed tranny? Will I get better highway MPG or is there any advantages? I have no problems from the t5 but I do get ALOT of heat from the center console. I was thinking it was the tranny but the guy at the dealership said he didn't think it was coming from the tranny.
Any ideas on the heat would be a big help to. My engine temp was running high but I cutout the holes in my Cobra R hood and it helped alot. Its running a little high in the normal range.

so find out why it's running hot!! t-stat, radiator, water pump....coolant leak??? when does it run hot.. at idle...clutch fan issue??? as for the 6 speed..leavr it a 5 speed the 6 speed will cost you an arm and a leg....the heat through the shifter is from the h-pipe cause the shifter rubber/accordian boot is probably gone or torn