Questions for guys who rebuilt their own T56
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Questions for guys who rebuilt their own T56
Did you replace the bearings?
I know my synchros need refreshed and I will update the 3-4 fork, but what else is good to replace while Im in there? Car currently makes 362 rwhp. I plan to get a little closer to 400, but that will be it. I never go to the track, no racing, no sticky tires.
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AW
I know my synchros need refreshed and I will update the 3-4 fork, but what else is good to replace while Im in there? Car currently makes 362 rwhp. I plan to get a little closer to 400, but that will be it. I never go to the track, no racing, no sticky tires.
Thanks
AW
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I only replace bearings if it needs it. If your tranny is whinning it probably needs it, but always inspect it to be sure before you order them as you may not need them.
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I didn't replace the bearings in mine since you need a press and all, plus they were all in pretty good shape upon inspection. Only things I replaced were the synchros, shift fork pads and steel 3/4 shift fork. If I would have had enough time, I would have opted for the brass shift pads so they wouldn't end up cracking on me. Best thing to do is tear your tranny down and inspect the internals. If anything is showing excess wear, then order the replacement parts. That way you're only out some down time and not extra cash.
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The sliders are one thing I would invest in, along with the steel shift fork. I guess you could always error on the side of caution and invest in the bearings, but if you are rebuilding it yourself and have never done one it can be intimidating. Also the bronze pads are nice, I wish they were an more common option when I did mine.
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Originally Posted by Krab
I didn't replace the bearings in mine since you need a press and all, plus they were all in pretty good shape upon inspection. Only things I replaced were the synchros, shift fork pads and steel 3/4 shift fork. If I would have had enough time, I would have opted for the brass shift pads so they wouldn't end up cracking on me. Best thing to do is tear your tranny down and inspect the internals. If anything is showing excess wear, then order the replacement parts. That way you're only out some down time and not extra cash.
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Originally Posted by SilverSierra
Making sure I fully understand this....I don't need a press to do the synchro rebuild and updates that you mentioned? Right now I am planning on that, then if I disassemble and find some bigger problems, I can take it to a buddy with a press.