ablakez28

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I run NPT(1/8" IIRC) to -6 AN for my glides to the cooler typically. I have come across more than one cracked housing from over tightening.

I look forward to seeing the results from the steep gear and using OD gears.

oscs

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Thanks,

I opted for an aftermarket case so hopefully i don't run into that problem.

Forcefed86

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So whats the ruff total damage shipped to your door on the GV unit and glide combo together? Was the install procedure pretty straight forward? Just bolted on?

Need to know a nice round figure so I know which organ I have to sell to pick up something similar.

oscs

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Well the install hasn't happened yet.. However it is only .400" shorter than the T56 so i should be able to use my same Trans mount location. With that said there doesn't seem to be a mount location on the GV unit so it looks like i will be welding some mounting tabs on it.

As far as dollars go.. I hope your sitting down.. Glide was $4100 shipped with the converter. The GV was $3050 shipped. The true cost for me is almost 8k due to the fact that i still needed to buy a shifter/cooler/flexplate..

stevieturbo

So what actual overall gear ratios has this given you for the trans ?

coltboostin

Fak.

And everyone sells as Auto being a cheaper option than a T56? I guess than conv ends int he aftermarket.

Forcefed86

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Its the $4100 glide that has my mind blown. Figure you were gonna pay for the trans either way, so 3k instead of a solid rear end swap/fab ins't too bad IMO. I had $2600 in my 8.8 RX-7 swap kit. And that was installing it myself. Theres a shorty glide FS for $1200 local...has me thinking!

oscs

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Yeah im not terribly stressed about it. In the end it was a long term economical decision. The manual would have continued to destroy driveline parts and it would never be as fast. I justified the purchase with hopes of faster times/less breakage. Im trying my hardest to avoid a SRA swap. I would like to continue competing in "stock suspension" location classes. I already feel like a sell out with the auto much less going SRA.. There is still some cool factor that the car is still IRS. The big question is how long can i stay off the trans break.

Forcefed86

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.78 OD for each gear.

oscs

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Those people haven't done the math. A TOP of the line T56 super magnum will run you like 5500-6K. That aint **** compared to what some of these Autos get up to.

gnx7

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That trans is a work of art! And pricey.... ouch

Great shot in DSport magazine!

stevieturbo

So top being a 1:1 and then 0.78...overall leaves it just shy of a normal T56 5th gear ?

oscs

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Pricey is right! But in my eyes there isnt a better option so im ok with dropping the cash this time. I don't think that pic made it into the magazine, I just found it on there website.

Forcefed86

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Pretty much, just rated for big power. Typical glide spread would be 1.76 - 1.37 - 1.0 - .78.

https://www.gearvendors.com/hrgm3s.html

rotary1307cc

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Its more like a 3 grand glide (minus converter) which is fair for an aftermarket case with a good gear set and aftermarket pump

I have maybe 1500 into my glide with a good gear set. But I have a stock housing and pump

Better add in the cost of the clutch for a t56

A t56 of any build quality is like glass compared to a glide with a couple parts

oscs

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Yup, I think the case was like $900. Still thought this is a relatively low level Glide. Ive seen them as high as 12K for some crazy ****. FTI rates it for 1200WHP but ive seen similar style glides hold 1500+

Even at $6500 for a clutch and a brand new top of the line GM manual trans.. that is a drop in the bucket compared to some autos ive seen. Also your right no T56 can hold a candle to a Glide.. all reasons why i made the decision to switch.

ajrothm

The car will be much faster with the glide and the trans is 10x stronger then the best stick trans.... Definitely the way I would go, especially on a light car. The GV was a nice touch. Interesting combo for sure. If you could put a Fab 9 rear end in it, the drivetrain would be bullet proof.

Car is gonna be nasty.

oscs

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I hope so. I just switched to solid motor mounts/aluminum/teflon fuel lines (C16) and some solid motor mounts. I have high hopes for this car.

rorric

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With the glide you wont have converter lock up ?

oscs

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No i will not