im sure this is a dumb question but ill ask it anyway becuase ive heard mixed answers... i have a 96 Gt 5 speed and i got a motor from a 02 Gt 5 speed for a swap. will i run into any issues using the 96 trans with the 02 engine? do i buy a clutch for a 96 or a 02?? is there even any diference as far as transmissions are concerned?
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trinity_gt
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Your current trans will bolt right up. You'll want the 2002 clutch as it's 11" versus the 10.5" in your car now. Make sure you replace the pilot bearing while you're in there.
The transmissions are different. The 02 will have had a Tremec TR3650. Your 96 should be a T-45. The 3650 is rated to handle more torque than the T-45. As well, the TR3650 from the 02 will have a different speedo pickup than the T-45.
The transmissions are different. The 02 will have had a Tremec TR3650. Your 96 should be a T-45. The 3650 is rated to handle more torque than the T-45. As well, the TR3650 from the 02 will have a different speedo pickup than the T-45.
fast97gt
Active Member
my clutch needs replacing and my flywheel should be resurfaced so more than likely i'm just gonna go ahead and order an aluminum 11 inch flywheel and heavy duty clutch. get those rpm's up a little quicker
wmburns
SN Certified Technician
I may sound like a broken record but...Don't forget about the Speedometer.
The 1998 and older cars use a VSS sensor. The 1999 and newer use an OSS sensor. They are not compatible with each other.
Further, the number of teeth on the OSS wheel changed along the way. So transplanting a transmission from a 1999/2004 may have issues depending upon the exact combination (auto/manual/year).
FWIIW, I did the 10.5" to 11" flywheel/clutch upgrade. One lesson learned, the 11" clutch is much more expensive than the equivalent 10.5" clutch. If $$ is an issue, at least price compare to avoid surprises.
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