TR-3650 to TKO 500/600 swap.

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I know my transmission probably won't last much longer with the blower. What is needed to swap a TKO in?

 

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I would wait until you destroy the trans you have... Don't fix it if it ain't broke.

 

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Kilgore Trout said:

I would wait until you destroy the trans you have... Don't fix it if it ain't broke.

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I'm trying to prepare myself for when it does happen.

 

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http://forums.stangnet.com/showthread.php?t=681242&highlight=tko600+swap

 

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Kilgore Trout said:

http://forums.stangnet.com/showthread.php?t=681242&highlight=tko600+swap

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So according to that I should get a 6 speed.

 

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You should consider the T-56, I believe it is cheaper than the TKO ones also.

 

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T56 is gonna cost you more..

what I needed for the swap:
tko600
Lakewood bellhousing (or the tremec aluminum 4.6 specific one will work if you don't want SFI)
26 spline clutch disc (dont buy the 10 spline input tko500)
D&D performance sells a crossmember spacer for this swap which I also used
reverse plug off a fox body car since tremec has older style sender (cut and splice deal since the 2 wires just complete a circuit)
can use stock driveshaft but you might need a driveshaft spacer (I didn't)

 

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showstopper2 said:

T56 is gonna cost you more..

what I needed for the swap:
tko600
Lakewood bellhousing (or the tremec aluminum 4.6 specific one will work if you don't want SFI)
26 spline clutch disc (dont buy the 10 spline input tko500)
D&D performance sells a crossmember spacer for this swap which I also used
reverse plug off a fox body car since tremec has older style sender (cut and splice deal since the 2 wires just complete a circuit)
can use stock driveshaft but you might need a driveshaft spacer (I didn't)

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cool thanks.

 

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i know where you can pick up a complete kit
tko600
Lakewood scatter shield
26 spline spec stage 3

PM me if you're interested

 

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Wow, I really thought the TKOs were more expensive... Ya learn something new every day on :SNSign:

 

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There are a couple of companies who will build-up your 3650 to handle 600-700 HP.

- Promotion Performance (promotionpowertrain.com)
- Liberty Gear

There were a few people over at the MPH forums who sent them off to those guys and it cost them around $1,000.

I just read this though, so it may not be true.. But if it is, then this is the way I'm going to go. You don't have to do any swapping..

Riley

 

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Skud said:

There are a couple of companies who will build-up your 3650 to handle 600-700 HP.

- Promotion Performance (promotionpowertrain.com)
- Liberty Gear

There were a few people over at the MPH forums who sent them off to those guys and it cost them around $1,000.

I just read this though, so it may not be true.. But if it is, then this is the way I'm going to go. You don't have to do any swapping..

Riley

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the only downside to that is if you have to pass tech at the track for SFI scattershield they don't make one for the 3650 since its integrated into the case.. I thought the same way about the rebuild but knew I would never pass running low 11's and eventually 10's.

 

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showstopper2 said:

the only downside to that is if you have to pass tech at the track for SFI scattershield they don't make one for the 3650 since its integrated into the case.. I thought the same way about the rebuild but knew I would never pass running low 11's and eventually 10's.

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Will a transmission blanket work? RCI makes one that is SFI 4.1 approved..

I have no clue though?

Riley

 

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For a street car tr-3650 is a great trans, IMO the most street friendly and best 5 speed available.... T-56 owns it though, go with a T-56, very easy swap.

 

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Viper spec T56 is great if you are planning on some big power in the future.i LOVE mine. the TKO's are harder so shift. the T56 is sooo easy to drive!!!

 

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Skud said:

Will a transmission blanket work? RCI makes one that is SFI 4.1 approved..

I have no clue though?

Riley

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transmission blanket is used for auto's under the drain pan to prevent spills if they break. the SFI bellhousing is needed to keep the clutch encased if it explodes for whatever reason so that it doesn't shoot parts through the floor and your legs and feet.