AOD to T5 conversion

MustangMan302

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Hi guys I have a question.I'm looking into a '89 GT I like the car but there's only one flaw, It's an automatic.How hard would it to convert it to a manual transmission?what parts would be needed?,is it difficult?I have heard of lots of people doing the swap so hopefully someone can help me out.

 

Jaswir

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heres two good write ups... pretty easy to do with simple hand tools! people have done the swap in 6-11hrs!

im going to be doing the swap my self in feb!

http://www.wcfords.com/articles/tech/t5swap/t5swap.html

http://www.fordmuscle.com/archives/2001/03/t5swap/

 

MustangMan302

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Thanks alot!

 

SPEEDYLIFSAVR

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That was the only flaw when I found my stang too . now she's sportin a nice new T5z . did the swap myself in my garage . there is a ton of information on this site , do a search and you'll find everything you need and then some .

 

MustangMan302

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As an estimate how much would all the parts needed be?And it seems like a good amount of parts would a transmission shop be able to help?

 

Mustang78

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i would go to a junkyard and get everything you can for the swap, if it's a 4spd manual car you can still use all the components except the transmission, such as the cable, pedal assembly, etc.. and junkyards are usually fair priced compared to buying new from a transmission shop, or find yourself a parts car like i did and have everything for a spare, it will come in handy sooner or later

~Mark~

 

Jaswir

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i herd you couldnt use the pedal assemly from a 4cly?

 

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You could do it for under 1000 if you play your cards right. It's not a hard swap if you know your way around a tool box. A little patience and mechanical know how and you're set.

 

mustangillusion

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Yes you can use the 4 cyl pedal assembly. The Pedals are the same, Be sure to grab the t-5 harness. it runs from the driver kick panel, under the carpet and over to the trans hump, and out to the trans. If the links posted above dont answer all your questions, keep posting. I just finished my t-5 swap with success.