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Old 12-08-2010, 04:38 PM
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I need help on deciding what to do with my current 3650. My 3rd gear is grinding which means bad synchros. Im runnimg around 500wtq and around 600-650 wtq on spray...

Should I have american powertrain rebuild my current 3650 and it will hold 750 constant wtq and have a tested well built tranny? 2100$

My buddy said his shop can build my 3650. So I need a 26spline input(350$) and cryo treatment($$?)...(*also can u buy upgraded synchos??) But it prolly wouldnt have anything like american offers like beefier shift forks and some "scuffing" up of some part so the synchos mesh better and I wouldnt be getting the tried and tested tranny...however it would be cheaper having him, do it.

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Get a stock used t-56 that I know nothing about prior treatment. But it would be a 6sd but only is rated at 450wtq however many people run much more with no problems for 1700$?

I really dont know what to do I keep going over it and I really dont know. What do u guys think?
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Old 12-08-2010, 05:11 PM
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Old 12-08-2010, 10:03 PM
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For the $400 difference, just get the built 3650 over the t56. And you can probably turn around and sell your stock 3650 for a few hundred even with the bad syncro to get some money back.

I don't see a point in the t56 used for $1700 other than the cool factor of saying you have a 6 speed.
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Old 12-08-2010, 10:22 PM
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If you want to stick to a 3650, how bout a ProMotion one?
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Old 12-08-2010, 10:39 PM
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Promotion wants 3grand for there 3650 thats a little pricey for 200$ I could get a t56 magnum.

Do the synchros get upgraded when the trans is upgraded?
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Old 12-09-2010, 12:18 AM
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If you are gonna stick with a manual, I suggest your first route. Have that shop rebuild yours to handle the power.

I think you should consider an auto at your power level.
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Wat auto should I consider? 4r70w?
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Old 12-09-2010, 10:07 AM
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Autos are for WUSSIES!!! lol jk jk

Id just get your tranny rebuilt...seems like a better investment in the long run.
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