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Trans Am Information => Trans Am Tech => DriveTrain => Topic started by: sofTAp on April 01, 2019, 04:38:52 PM

Title: T-56 install with Generation 1 GM small block!
Post by: sofTAp on April 01, 2019, 04:38:52 PM

Hi guys,
It has been awhile since I have been on this site as a member.  I used to be, but I have forgotten all my old information.

I now have a 1980 Firebird Formula in great shape.
It has a 383 stroker - SBC motor in it.
Right now it has a built up 3 speed TH350 in it.  But it has to go … I feel the need to shift gears again.

I was wondering if you all could help me with this?
I have done my homework, and have read countless articles pertaining this including posts on this site.

Parts that I have:

LT1  T56 from a 1993 to 1997 firebird/camaro.
shifter attached to the T-56
Hydraulic slave cylinder that came with the transmission.  (need mount)

Parts that I plan to buy:

Centerforce Dual Friction Clutch       P/N: 700107
Centerforce Flywheel             P/N:  DF039020
Pedal assembly brake/clutch - Auto Metal Direct   P/N:  106-w-328  (Jegs)
Driveshaft - plan to cut and balance.

I do need everything else, so help here would be MUCH appreciated!

I'm not sure which T-56 transmission mount is the best/economical?
I've looked at G-Force  P/N:  RCF2L-T56 - but I do not have a local dealer who sells is Fairly priced as I am in Ontario, Canada.

I plan on starting this build this week …. so please feel free to message me directly, or on this post!
Thanks in advance!!

Title: Re: T-56 install with Generation 1 GM small block!
Post by: sofTAp on April 03, 2019, 03:23:15 PM

No one here has ever done this swap?

Title: Re: T-56 install with Generation 1 GM small block!
Post by: sofTAp on April 24, 2019, 12:55:32 PM

I'm VERY SHOCKED THAT NO ONE HERE HAS HAD ANY EXPERIENCE WITH THIS AT ALL?

MAYBE IF THIS THREAD WAS LEFT IN THE GENERAL LOCATION WHERE I HAD IT ORIGINALLY, MAYBE THERE WOULD BE MUCH MORE EXPOSURE?!!

Title: Re: T-56 install with Generation 1 GM small block!
Post by: Wallington on April 24, 2019, 07:30:07 PM

Don't be shocked. It's a dead forum. Lack of response doesn't mean no one has done just that.

Title: Re: T-56 install with Generation 1 GM small block!
Post by: sofTAp on April 25, 2019, 09:19:18 AM

THANKS.  I thought it was just me.  It never used to be like this years ago.?
I guess I will have to search out other forums.