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What Do I Need To Know To Do A 6 Speed Swap ,or Should I Not

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  • Start date Start date Apr 26, 2015
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89llx

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Should I go to the ford swap meet and buy a 6 speed change over? or put the A-5 kit in the one I have?
if I go 6 speed what do I need to know, are their some 6 speeds that I don.t want?

or is someone just going to sell me a broken 6 speed?

thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 

Gearbanger 101

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Why do you think you need a 6-speed swap....or an A5 swap for that matter. Is there something wrong with your current transmission?
 
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89llx

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My 89 lx has HCI and a Vortech, and is making 450rwhp,
and dont want to lose my 3rd pedal
 

rbohm

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whats wrong with a good five speed? why go to a six speed unless you are doing some road racing and want maximum flexibility.
 
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89llx

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I just thought I might get a good deal on a 6 speed set up from the ford swap meet.

but true I realy dont need 6

I just need stronger
 

mikestang63

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1. Mostf people never use the 6 speed
2. the 6 speed is much more expensive
3. the 6 speed case is much bigger and requires more work to install

Go with the 5 speed. You will never know the difference and save money.
 

Shakerhood

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I have a 6 Speed in my Truck and love it, but honestly a 5 Speed in the Mustang is all you really need.
 
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