Scout2232

So I just bought a G-Force T-5 kit! Just thought I would let you all know! Can't wait to get my new shifter, clutch, and tranny in! I'll update this when I get it put back in and running and give you the lowdown on how it went.

94gtcoupe

should be a fairly easy project... break that tranny in the right way

AdderMk2

I dont know if Len agrees with me, but with a brand new transmission, I would probably break it in much like a new engine... Change the fluid after like 500-1000 miles to flush out any particles that might break loose during break-in

94gtcoupe

yea keith i agree, change the fluid between 500-1000 miles, and then again at 3000...use non synthetic oil for the first 3000 miles, after that use synthetic...


i'm going to try a different kind of fluid and i'll let you guys know how i like it

musclemustang94

Ford reccomends auto tranny fluid for the T5. Do they make a synthetic auto tranny fluid? I have only heard of ATF (mopar) Mercon (Ford) and Dexron (GM). And then the crap that imports use. Honda or Toyota or whatever brands.

AdderMk2

Redline and Royal Purple, There is also GM synchromesh

musclemustang94

Oh i see. Do you think if I tried that in my T5 it would quiet it down at all? I heard synthetic oil does magical things.

AdderMk2

probably not... your more than likely getting a bit of bearing whine. Some trannies will whine forever, some will give out the next day.

Rebuild it with DDperformance upgrade parts, or go G-force... remember to get all new bearings. 1st and 3rd usually whine the most

94gtcoupe

i agree with adder there prolly is bearing bear, but synthetic fluid will help slow down any damage that is already there from getting worse

larsif

What did that set you back?