• Mustang Forums
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
  • 1994 - 1995 Specific Tech

Aode To 5 Speed?

  • Thread starter Thread starter 95NapalmGT
  • Start date Start date Dec 19, 2014

95NapalmGT

Member
Dec 19, 2014
23
3
13
Carson CA
Dec 19, 2014
#1
  • Dec 19, 2014
  • #1
  • Hey guys I'm new here and i am a proud mustang owner as of march 2014
  • I have a tranny problem(and not the kind that deals with korea town in LA) with my Automatic, but instead of buying a new one I'm going to go to a 5 speed t5, my question is one that has been asked before-will an 88 fox gt t5 fit in my 95 gt?
  • I only ask due to being strapped for cash, my buddy is giving me all the necessary parts from his 88 vert for the swap if it will work. I've heard that I will need the input shaft from the old aode and that I'll have to probably shorten the driveshaft. Can anyone elaborate on this and tell me if it will work?
 

addermk2

5 Year Member
Aug 25, 2009
308
87
49
Dec 19, 2014
#2
  • Dec 19, 2014
  • #2
95NapalmGT said:
I have a tranny problem(and not the kind that deals with korea town in LA) with my Automatic, but instead of buying a new one I'm going to go to a 5 speed t5, my question is one that has been asked before-will an 88 fox gt t5 fit in my 95 gt?
Click to expand...

Yes, in a manner of speaking.

95NapalmGT said:
I only ask due to being strapped for cash, my buddy is giving me all the necessary parts from his 88 vert for the swap if it will work.
Click to expand...

You'd be better off grabbing a junkyard 4R70W (96-2001 Exploder 2wd) and swapping the TCC solenoid, shift solenoid, EPC solenoid, internal wiring harness and trans oil temp sensor from your AODE. Then J-mod the valve body. Instant 500hp capable transmission

95NapalmGT said:
I've heard that I will need the input shaft from the old aode and that I'll have to probably shorten the driveshaft. Can anyone elaborate on this and tell me if it will work?
Click to expand...
You heard wrong.

To install a foxbody T5 in your car, (without any 94-95 T5 parts) you'll need a manual ECM, manual transmission wiring harness, pedal assembly, quadrant, clutch cable, fox bellhousing, fox fork, for T5, driveshaft spacer... and you'll probably get upset about mashing your hand into your radio every time you shift into 3rd.

You cannot use the input shaft from your AODE... that would not even come close to working.
 

95NapalmGT

Member
Dec 19, 2014
23
3
13
Carson CA
Dec 19, 2014
#3
  • Dec 19, 2014
  • #3
I can't buy anything, to be frank
I lost my job so I'm in dire straits
But I can do the swap with said parts?
I can move the shifter, not a problem
 

addermk2

5 Year Member
Aug 25, 2009
308
87
49
Dec 19, 2014
#4
  • Dec 19, 2014
  • #4
No, you can't move the shifter. It's attached to the transmission.

And you still don't have the right wiring or computer.
 

95NapalmGT

Member
Dec 19, 2014
23
3
13
Carson CA
Dec 19, 2014
#5
  • Dec 19, 2014
  • #5
Not if I install a different shifter
what wiring do I need?
 

addermk2

5 Year Member
Aug 25, 2009
308
87
49
Dec 19, 2014
#6
  • Dec 19, 2014
  • #6
Holy you're dense.
 

95NapalmGT

Member
Dec 19, 2014
23
3
13
Carson CA
Dec 19, 2014
#7
  • Dec 19, 2014
  • #7
I'm not, I'm just new to mechanics stuff
No need to insult me
 

95NapalmGT

Member
Dec 19, 2014
23
3
13
Carson CA
Dec 19, 2014
#8
  • Dec 19, 2014
  • #8
Shifter relocation plate*
 

addermk2

5 Year Member
Aug 25, 2009
308
87
49
Dec 19, 2014
#9
  • Dec 19, 2014
  • #9
For a t5? Not likely. You need to move it back 5/8"... and that's just not happening.

Besides, swapping to a T5 is not really a great idea. They aren't the best trans out there.
 

95NapalmGT

Member
Dec 19, 2014
23
3
13
Carson CA
Dec 19, 2014
#10
  • Dec 19, 2014
  • #10
I know I know, but its the only option I have
I'm broke as fudge and christmas will not help much...
 

addermk2

5 Year Member
Aug 25, 2009
308
87
49
Dec 19, 2014
#11
  • Dec 19, 2014
  • #11
Deal with having a broken car, and find the trans I told you about.

You'll be much happier in the long run.
 

95NapalmGT

Member
Dec 19, 2014
23
3
13
Carson CA
Dec 20, 2014
#12
  • Dec 20, 2014
  • #12
I'll keep it in my back pocket, but I would still like to know
1.what harness I need for this
2. What Ecm I need
Will the fox ecm and harness work?
Oh and
3. Check this out
http://www.autoworksparts.com/billet_shifter_relocation_kit.htm
 

addermk2

5 Year Member
Aug 25, 2009
308
87
49
Dec 20, 2014
#13
  • Dec 20, 2014
  • #13
95NapalmGT said:
I'll keep it in my back pocket, but I would still like to know
1.what harness I need for this
2. What Ecm I need
Will the fox ecm and harness work?
Oh and
3. Check this out
http://www.autoworksparts.com/billet_shifter_relocation_kit.htm
Click to expand...

1. Already told you
2. Already told you
No the fox ecm and harness will not work
3. Won't work in your car. The shifter would be where the e - brake is.
 

95NapalmGT

Member
Dec 19, 2014
23
3
13
Carson CA
Dec 20, 2014
#14
  • Dec 20, 2014
  • #14
Alright, well I know I need a manual ecm and harness, as you stated earlier
Any specifics? Like an sn95 harness?
I apologise for being a bit slow in regards to taking this all in, its just been a rough week
 

addermk2

5 Year Member
Aug 25, 2009
308
87
49
Dec 20, 2014
#15
  • Dec 20, 2014
  • #15
I forgot to mention that the clutch fork location will probably interfere with your exhaust, you'll need to modify your transmission cross member, you'll need new speedo gears, which might (will) involve taking the transmission apart.

Just get the 4r70w like I told you.
 

95NapalmGT

Member
Dec 19, 2014
23
3
13
Carson CA
Dec 20, 2014
#16
  • Dec 20, 2014
  • #16
Alright about how much do those run for at a junkyard? And what other parts will I need to make it work?
 

95NapalmGT

Member
Dec 19, 2014
23
3
13
Carson CA
Dec 20, 2014
#17
  • Dec 20, 2014
  • #17
Sorry for the double post
I just looked up and saw
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

K
3.8 T5 & Bellhousing to 1987 Lincoln 5.0
  • ks65stang
  • Mar 2, 2026
  • Other Auto Tech
Replies
3
Views
248
Other Auto Tech Mar 3, 2026
Noobz347
J
1998 v6 5-speed automatic transmission
  • Jude Thaddeus 1
  • Jan 14, 2026
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
Replies
2
Views
205
1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk- Jan 21, 2026
Noobz347
S
Fox '87 GT can't get to stay running
  • spilly
  • Mar 29, 2026
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
  • 2
Replies
26
Views
573
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Apr 25, 2026
CAMTWO1070
New Member with a 1992
  • Clutchfork
  • Oct 18, 2025
  • The Welcome Wagon
Replies
5
Views
262
The Welcome Wagon Oct 19, 2025
Clutchfork
S
3 Mustangs and counting...
  • SciMan
  • Apr 22, 2025
  • The Welcome Wagon
Replies
1
Views
383
The Welcome Wagon Apr 22, 2025
AeroCoupe
Share:
Bluesky Email Share Link
  • Mustang Forums
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
  • 1994 - 1995 Specific Tech
Menu
Log in

Register

  • Forums
  • What's new
  • Media
  • Resources
  • Contact
  • Sponsor
X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?

X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?