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Old 12-07-2010, 08:40 PM
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Hey, guys. I have a few questions of my options as far as transmissions in a swap I'm doing.

I have a 2002 Mustang with a T-3650 5 speed trans. Now obviously that bellhousing won't match up to an LSX. And the bellhousing on a 3650 is part of the case, so I don't think there's a bellhousing I can get.

So I was wondering what my options were as far as trans/clutches. I want to keep it a manual, 5 or 6 speed, doesn't matter.

Can I keep the stock cable clutch setup with a t56 out of a Camaro/Firebird? Or do I need to swap to hydraulic?

Thanks in advance. Any help/advice is appreciated.

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Please don't recomend to use an auto. I know a built auto is better for drag racing, and while I will drag race this car, I'm going to be driving it as a weekend cruiser more than being on the strip. I'm willing to sacrifice consistency and a few tenths for a more fun driving experience while I'm running around town.
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T56 or tko500/600 are pretty much the only options and you will need to convert to hydraulic.
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Hmm that sucks.

What's involved in converting to hydraulic? Obviously the clutch cylinders, pedal...

There's no other options. I could have sworn I read somewhere that someone managed to keep a cable clutch with an LS swap Mustang.
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Originally Posted by Xemeth
Hmm that sucks.

What's involved in converting to hydraulic? Obviously the clutch cylinders, pedal...

There's no other options. I could have sworn I read somewhere that someone managed to keep a cable clutch with an LS swap Mustang.
Mcleod Racing just came out with a kit.

https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversio...ot-easier.html

http://www.mcleodracing.com/info/?id=5317

Or you could modify a turbo coupe pedal assembly and make your own hydraulic setup.
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