regular 6 speed with big power
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regular 6 speed with big power Hey guys, I'm building a 1999 camaro for the street and the drag strip. I don't know how much rwhp my car will end up making but I'm hoping I can use the regular 6 speed tranny. I'm installing AFR 225 heads, with an MS4 cam and a FAST 92/92 setup, among other moods. So my question is, how much rwhp can a stock 6 speed manual take?
Thanks a lot,
Thanks a lot,
Last edited by Carlos_Garza; Dec 20, 2008 at 09:51 PM.
About 600-650 rwhp is pretty safe on a stock unit . Can they fail with less power ? Sure . Will they take more ? Maybe .
The key to making the transmission last longer is to have the clutch working properly and don't use one that hits too hard .
The key to making the transmission last longer is to have the clutch working properly and don't use one that hits too hard .
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Thanks for the tip,
Tremec rates them around 450 but thats way low . I've seen stock units hold up behind 700 rwhp .
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if your gonna be launching high and hooking hard get a torque arm relocation kit. my t56 was built back when the ls7 clutch started coming out and t56 rebuilds was six speeds inc. i for one never had an issue with mine. all the parts inside mine are replaced. expect the shafts and gears
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if your gonna be launching high and hooking hard get a torque arm relocation kit. my t56 was built back when the ls7 clutch started coming out and t56 rebuilds was six speeds inc. i for one never had an issue with mine. all the parts inside mine are replaced. expect the shafts and gears