manual swap

ktaylOR2012 said:

so im going to start buying parts to make my 2002 mustang gt auto a 5speed manual. i just need to know what i need and were is the best place to get it i know i need:

shifter
manual pedal set
clutch cable
quadrant
firewall adjuster
manual shifter bezel
shifter base insulator
shifter handle
engine separator plate
pilot bearing
clutch kit
flywheel
flywheel bolts
pressure plate bolts
trans
trans fluid
trans sensors
shift fork
x-member if going t56
manual trans wiring harness
driveshaft

is there anything else i will need and if anyone finds a good deal on any of that plz post the links

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I don't want to discourage you but this won't be cheap, at all. I know you just got your car but maybe should have looked a bit more for a 5spd rather than swap it all out? I don't have that much experience with something on this level but it just seems excessive. Do you plan on doing the swap yourself? I don't see a transmission listed.. Do you already have that lined up and waiting to go?

I see it hidden now.

I am going to be doing this very soon. Its been done before, and it is not cheap. Expect to spend at least $1500. My swap is going to cost more like $2500k, although I'll sell the auto kit once I'm done.
I'm buying nice parts as I do the swap. The finished product will be an upgrade over the stock trans setup.

I'm also collecting parts, so we should be able to help each other out...

I got a great deal on a Ford Factory Reman T3650 that has all the TSBs completed (including the expensive one - read the huge 3650 issues thread). It was 950 shipped and looks like new. They have three left but have raised the price 50 bucks.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2001...arQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories#ht_813wt_805

You have a windsor or romeo?
Heres where I am at relative to your list. I added a couple little things and asked a few questions...
PM AMstanger to get your American Muscle dicount code if you end up buying a load of stuff from them like I did. They are a great company.



shifter - Bought MGW. Also their inner dust boot. $197 shipped.

manual pedal set - Bought a nice 03/04 Cobra pedal box on ebay for ~$150

clutch cable, quadrant, adjuster - Bought cable, quadrant and adjuster for $100 American Muscle

manual shifter bezel - Dont think this is a must. one guy re-used the auto one. Either way its a cheap part.

Leather shift boot - Bought from American Muscle. $50

shifter base insulator - Lower Shift Boot / PLate was about $50 new. ebay.

shifter handle - Ford Racing shift knob from American Muscle. $40 ish
shifter gasket if you dont want to use silicone. $10 at American Muscle

engine separator plate - Whats this???

pilot bearing - Bought Ford. American muscle. $10

clutch kit - Bought RAM HDX from American Muscle. $250

flywheel - Bought Spec Aluminum flywheel. 6 bolt. Open box $250. Looks like a nice piece. Replaceable friction disc.
flywheel bolts - Came with flywheel

pressure plate bolts - I think these came with the flywheel. Has a big bag of hardware.

trans - T3650 Ford factory re-manufactured (all TSBs done) $950 shipped.

trans fluid - Need to re-read that T3650 thread and buy the right fluid. Rave reviews for royal purple...
http://www.americanmuscle.com/royal-purple-synchromax-manual-transmission-fluid.html

trans sensors - ?????

shift fork - Ford OEM shift fork kit. $50 bucks new.

x-member if going t56 - Does the stock crossmember work with 4R70w and 3650 then? I dont need to change mine? I think the crossmember for 99+ 4r70w and T3650 are the same. Need to confirm at the Ford parts counter.

manual trans wiring harness - This is where I have to most questions.... whats different about the harnesses? Do we have to replace (~$160) or can the auto harness be modified slightly? Also how is the stock ECU going to react. The other guy that did this swapped his ECU too.

driveshaft - Bought Ford Racing aluminum DS from American Muscle for $300
or can just get a 5spd yoke for your stocker for about 75 bucks. Steeda.

ktaylOR2012 said:

did you buy one from here i hate buying **** of ebay but if someone does first and its not a scam.

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Yup. Great experience. Theyve sold a bunch. These are the last of them. Snap it up!!!!! It has ALL the TSBs completed which is crucial when buying a 3650.

Leah is very helpful arranging shipping etc. Ships in a wicked nice crate. Looks brand new.

If you are REALLY wanting a manual, the best thing to do is sell your car now before you get too far into it and find one. You might end up paying a little more for it than you got your last car, but it will have everything done and ready to go for less than the 3500 to swap it all out.