T56 Swappers: CAGS & Reverse Lockout Delete
01-24-2008, 12:45 PM
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T56 Swappers: CAGS & Reverse Lockout Delete My T56 swap required me to remove the Reverse Lockout Solenoid for some needed clearance/room for my torque arm mount to get my driveline angles correct since my car is lowered. I now had a hole in the in the side of the trans that needed closing. Upon searching I had found mention of such a situation on another message board by a member who gave me the idea on how to remedy this. I take no credit for this aside from mentioning the part numbers I used. I brushed on some Permatex High Tack "Purple" sealant and installed the expansion (freeze) plug.
The CAGS solenoid I wanted to remove as it wasn't used and I disliked having it just hanging on the side of the trans (my OCD kicking in again). There is no other reason it needed to be removed, it can remain there with no ill effects. I took the O-ring off the base of the CAGS solenoid and put it on the oil drain plug, then installed the plug (no gasket, just the O-ring). Anyway, here are the part #'s I used with success:
Reverse Lockout Delete:
Dorman 555-086 (Cylinder Head Plug / 1-3/16" OD)
CAGS Delete:
Dorman 090-040 (M20-1.50 Oil Drain Plug / 1986-83 Horizon - 4 cyl 1.6L)
The CAGS solenoid I wanted to remove as it wasn't used and I disliked having it just hanging on the side of the trans (my OCD kicking in again). There is no other reason it needed to be removed, it can remain there with no ill effects. I took the O-ring off the base of the CAGS solenoid and put it on the oil drain plug, then installed the plug (no gasket, just the O-ring). Anyway, here are the part #'s I used with success:
Reverse Lockout Delete:
Dorman 555-086 (Cylinder Head Plug / 1-3/16" OD)
CAGS Delete:
Dorman 090-040 (M20-1.50 Oil Drain Plug / 1986-83 Horizon - 4 cyl 1.6L)
Good info, thanks for putting it up where the rest of us could get it too! 
going into 6th and reverse are pretty much the same without one. Trending Topics
01-25-2008, 01:51 PM
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No, just removed it. I need to do some revising of my plan to remove it though as I keep getting PM'ed to no end about the horror stories of running my T56 without one and the problems that can arise. I certainly do not want to kill the trans so I need to see how else I can tackle this problem.
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The reverse lockout only needs power when you are shifting into reverse, I googled this and a couple of guys wired the switch to the power wire that is triggered when you depress the brake pedal. Then just ground the other wire accordingly. I can't think of a time when you wouldn't put the brake on to shift into reverse. Seems like it would work well.
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07-23-2008, 10:35 AM
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Could you possibly run a lighter spring in the reverse lockout like some people do but somehow rig the spring to rest on a block off plate to get the solenoid out of the way? I need the room in my swap if possible, this is the route i am going to try but i haven't disassembled my reverse lockout to see if this is a possibility.
anyone?
anyone?
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08-31-2008, 09:48 PM
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I took the O-ring off the base of the CAGS solenoid and put it on the oil drain plug, then installed the plug (no gasket, just the O-ring). Anyway, here are the part #'s I used with success:
CAGS Delete:
Dorman 090-040 (M20-1.50 Oil Drain Plug / 1986-83 Horizon - 4 cyl 1.6L)
CAGS Delete:
Dorman 090-040 (M20-1.50 Oil Drain Plug / 1986-83 Horizon - 4 cyl 1.6L)
09-03-2008, 09:46 AM
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I added a heavier spring to my lockout, so that it takes appreciable force to move it (no solenoid, won't fit). I then used an aluminum NPT thread plug that I cut down slightly and sealed to plug the hole. No worried about a 6th -> Reverse shift, and it's still plenty easy to put into gear when you mean it.
