Well I've got my t56 on the table with the bell housing off. I decided to order the rebuild manual from d&d before I go any further. I would like any information from anyone who has rebuilt their tranny, tipps, tricks, cautions, anything. Please help me out...thank you. Blake

Blake Arnold
71 Chevelle
previous set up
1998 ls1 heads and hot cam, M6, bolt-ons applicable with a swapp.
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Hi Blake,

I ran with a t56 for 3 years now. I ran it without ever touching it. My freind has gotten which is what i will be getting done also. Chryogenically freezing the input/output shafts and changing the 3/4 shift fork to the viper one. It is our weak link and is devestating if it breaks.

Hope I helped.

Roman

 

looky here:

https://ls1tech.com/ubb/ultimatebb.p...c;f=2;t=004649

 

I just did mine a couple weeks ago.Took about 5.5 hours to replace 3rd/sync. and steel shift fork.Have a friend help you get the C clips off.I used duck bill needle nose to spread them enough to slide off.It's very easy to do with the book.

 

Thank you for the input fellows, I'll check into the freezing locally. <img border="0" alt="[cheers]" title="" src="graemlins/gr_cheers.gif" />

 

Oh, yeah, Scotty the link didn't work. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Sad]" src="gr_sad.gif" />

 

Well I received my manual and steel 3/4 shift fork from D&D Performance. After reading the manual I can say that it is top notch and very comprehesive.

I have a few questions for the guys that have done this rebuild. First, is there a rebuild kit available that includes all the disposable items ie snap rings and such. Second, I have been checking out presses and noticed that along with tonnage, the main difference is the amount of working area between the bed and the ram. How many inches do I need, and where do you get the tools to press against the bearings and such? And finaly...for now, is the gear puller illistrated common to regular tool stores? I know this is alot, but I really will appreciate the info. <img border="0" alt="[hail]" title="" src="graemlins/gr_hail.gif" />