The TKO-600 became available in 2003. The 3 vehicles that had a Tremec 3550 was 1993 Cobra-R, 1994 & 1995 Cobra-R. They were not production cars but assembled for Ford.
What cars will the Tremec TKO fit?
The Tremec TKO is a very universal fit unit, so keep in mind that not all transmission tunnels are large enough to accommodate it. Some of the more common cars we see needing tunnel modifications are the GM A-Body , 64-70 Mustang, 63-67 Nova, and most all the older Mopar muscle cars.
What is a Tremec TKO transmission?
TREMEC TKO transmissions are a great replacement for Ford toploader four speeds or GM Muncie fours as they have been configured to bolt up to the stock bellhousings. Keep in mind that TREMEC TKO’s are larger and taller then their 4 speed counter parts.
What happened to Tremec TKO 500?
Tremec sells bellhousings that bolt the TKO-500/600 onto popular engine combinations, like small block Fords and Chevys. The TKO raged on unchanged for several more years, until Tremec was all but forced to address the needs of Brand X (GM) customers around 2002.
How many splines does a Tremec TKO have?
The Tremec TKO features a 26 spline input shaft and 31 spline output in all models except for one Ford version that still uses a 10 spline input for greater flexibility on conversions. Each model of the Tremec TKO comes equipped to operate an electronic or mechanical speedometer as well as a reverse light switch.
How much does a TREMEC TKO cost?
Available for under $3,000 and benefitting from unrivaled aftermarket support, the TKO is the value-packed choice of manual hot-rodders everywhere.
What is the difference between a TKO 500 and a TKO 600?
The TKO 500 has a deep 3.27:1 First gear, while the TKO 600 has a 2.87:1 First, which accounts for the difference in torque capacity. There's also an option to choose between a 0.64:1 and a 0.82:1 overdrive on the TKO 600, while the TKO 500 has a 0.68:1 Fifth gear.
Who uses TREMEC?
Soon TREMEC was exporting transmissions to American assembly lines, including the legendary T-18 transmission. TREMEC was created to meet the production needs of Ford, GM, Chrysler and AMC for 3- and 4-speed manual transmissions in cars and trucks, including the legendary T-18.
Is a TREMEC 3550 a TKO?
TREMEC TR3550 5 Speed overdrive transmission was developed to provide great torque capacity and is ideal for specialty sports cars equipped with high torque engines. The TREMEC TR3550 5 Speed was both a product and a product line. The product line encompassed the 3550 and TKO models. Each model had two versions.
How many gears does a TKO 600 have?
4615 Steel Gears for Increased Torque Capacity. Torque Capacity – 600 lbs/Ft.
What cars did the t56 come in?
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What cars have TREMEC transmissions?
Tremec went to work manufacturing transmissions for Ford, GM, Chrysler, and American Motors.
Does GM own TREMEC?
TREMEC is a wholly owned subsidiary of KUO Group, which is based in Mexico City.
Is TREMEC Mexican?
TREMEC is a wholly-owned business unit of Grupo KUO, S.A.B. de C.V., a diversified manufacturer of automotive, chemical and food products. Grupo KUO markets its products to over 70 countries and is headquartered in Mexico City, Mexico.
How do I identify a Tremec TKO?
You should be able to match one of the number under the column identified as "Tremec Part Number". (Note, then thought the tag example to the right says "T3550" at the top, the actual part number below it tells us it is really a TKO-600 as per the chart below.)
How much torque can a Tremec 3550 handle?
Torque ratings were very conservatively rated at 350 lb-ft for the 3550 and 375 lb-ft for the later TKO.
What did the Tremec 5 speed come in?
Home > Aftermarket > Products > T-5 Introduced in the early 1980's, the T-5 has become a highly evolved, extremely compact and versatile 5-speed. In its rich history, the T-5 has been installed as original equipment in a variety of vehicles, from pick-up trucks and SUV's to the fun to drive 5.0 Mustang.
Who owns Tremec transmission?
By 1996, Tremec, now owned by Transmission Technologies, had purchased the transmission portion of Borg-Warner and used its steel gear designs to improve the TKO and produce a fifth-gear overdrive ratio of 0.83:1.
How much does a TKO 600 weigh?
All TKO transmissions are 31¼ inches long and weigh 105 pounds. They are equipped with an internal three-rail shift system and cast-iron shift forks.
What is a T-56 Magnum?
The T-56 Magnum is Tremec’s first big foray back into the aftermarket. Since 2005, guys haven’t had a viable transmission for cars with big power, like high-horsepower blower and turbo cars. So in 2009 Tremec answered the car crafters’ call with the debut of the T-56 Magnum 6-speed.
What transmission did the Mustang have in 83?
In ’83 and ’84, the Mustang had the basic T-5, or non-World Class, unit, which was rated at 265 lb-ft of torque capacity.
When was the 3550 made?
The Tremec that started it all, the 3550, circa ’95. The first transmission that Tremec built was for the Cobra R in 1995. A year later, Tremec would take over production of the Mustang’s transmission line up to the 2010 model year.
Why did Tremec make the 3550?
The reason Tremec made the 3550 was to replace the production use of the then competeing Borg Warner T-5. The T-5's were breaking and Ford was paying to warranty them and have the service techs rebuild them on the bench. That was not very successful.
What is a TKO 600?
Hi Joe,#N#The TKO, TKO-500 & TKO-600 are all TR-3550 's. They all share the same bellhousing for the 302 SROD 4 speed. The Top Loader also has the same bolt pattern but the Top Loader has a shorter input shaft. That's why when you install a TR-3550, TKO, TKO-500 or TKO-600 on a Top Loader bellhousing you always need either a spacer plate or short input shaft. The short input shaft kits I developed in 1994 so it would fit classic cars with a Top Loader. For 1 3/8" input Top Loaders I make a spacer sleeve to fit the big throw out bearing so you can use the stock fork & pressure plate.
When did the TKO 600 come out?
The TKO-600 became available in 2003. The 3 vehicles that had a Tremec 3550 was 1993 Cobra-R, 1994 & 1995 Cobra-R. They were not production cars but assembled for Ford.
Who made the TR-2550?
That was not very successful. Ford went to Tremec (who had made the Mustangs earlier SROD 4 speed that had an overdrive) to make a more durable 5 speed overdrive tranny. Tremec took an existing tranny they made for the South American light truck market which was the TR-2550.
Does the TR-3550 have bellhousing?
Hi,#N#One last thought. The reason the TR-3550 uses the same bellhousing as the SROD is that the SROD & Top Loader are all the same centerlines between the main & countershaft. In other words the Top Loader, SROD & TR-3550 are all related in design...
Standard height or low profile
TREMEC TKO’s can be installed into 65-66 Mustangs but requires raising the tunnel 1.5″ to make room for the taller main case. If the transmission tunnel is not raised the transmission driveline is greatly effected which will induce a vibration problem on de-acceleration. However, with the optional low profile TKO this issue is resolved and the TKO can fit into many of the vintage cars which came with small tunnels..
Clutches and flywheels
Using the R model bell housing with a clutch cable kit or hydraulics, will require using a diaphragm pressure plate found in late model Mustangs. 302 engines dated 1981 and earlier will need a 157 tooth 28oz imbalance flywheel, as do the 289 and 351 blocks, regardless of year.
Crossmember
Since the TKO transmission mounting point is further back than stock 3-4 speeds, a TKO cross member is needed for vintage cars. The cross member is designed for use with the stock early style rubber transmission mount, so don’t make the mistake and purchase a late model T-5 transmission mount as it will not work.
Shifter
The TKO shifter has two threaded holes to mount almost any kind of shift lever desired. We offer both a stock like appearance shift lever, ball and boot and the Hurst classic style. For those who like the Hurst look of the 60’s, there are several chrome levers to choose from. Hurst also offers five speed pattern shift balls in white and black or T-handles found in vintage cars..
Speedometer
Be sure to save the automatic transmission speedometer cable, as it can be reused. You will, however, need to install a speedometer driven gear, which are available in a variety of tooth counts to match your differential gear and tire combinations.
Neutral safety switch
Automatics have a neutral safety switch, so that the car can only be started in park or neutral. Manual transmissions don’t need the switch, which must be by-passed or the motor will not start. On early Mustangs the four-plug harness sticks out of the firewall above the master cylinder.
Starters
The starters from early 289-302 Fords with automatic transmissions work just fine. The starter from any ’85-’95 Mustang 5.0, auto or manual, will work. When header clearance is an issue, 1992-95 5.0L Mustangs use a high-torque starter which will run about $130.
When was Tremec made?
Did you know that TREMEC has been designing and manufacturing iconic transmissions for cars, trucks and vocational vehicles for nearly 55 years? TREMEC was founded on April 12, 1964. The genesis was to manufacture transmissions in Mexico for Ford, GM and Chrysler.
What is a TREMEC T5?
TREMEC saw the opportunity and offered the T-5 5-speed and the TKO 5-speed. The company also developed the Magnum 6-speed which uses the technology developed for the 6-speed in OEM performance production cars, but with a case and other features that make it ideal for use in older muscle cars.
Who made the T-18 transmission?
Soon TREMEC was exporting transmissions to American assembly lines, including the legendary T-18 transmission. TREMEC was created to meet the production needs of Ford, GM, Chrysler and AMC for 3- and 4-speed manual transmissions in cars and trucks, including the legendary T-18. The famous Ford Toploader was produced by TREMEC ...
Who makes the Ford Toploader?
The famous Ford Toploader was produced by TREMEC and helped solidify TREMEC’s reputation for design and manufacturing excellence. In the 1990s, TREMEC acquired BorgWarner’s manual transmission business. This included the rights to build the venerable T-5 5-speed and the T-56 6-speed.
markso125 Member
So to give you the story to date up untill recently my car had a 5.0/AOD combo in it that came out of an 88 mustang that was on the loosing side of a car/truck accident.
markso125 Member
Nice install! Got any pix of what the M/C looks like mounted to the firewall and how it attaches to the clutch pedal? Is that part of your install a "bolt-in" or does it require fab work?
mashori Member
man what a great thread, can't wait to see it work. You running hard lines? what pedal assembly are you using if you didn't mention it already?
markso125 Member
man what a great thread, can't wait to see it work. You running hard lines? what pedal assembly are you using if you didn't mention it already?
markso125 Member
Well a little bit of an update, sad to say its not that much of an update but im trying.
markso125 Member
Number 1 was because my oldest starts school on monday she is 5 so she is really excited to go to kindergarten. So because I have been working so much I decided I was going to spend a little time with her since I work swing shift and I wont see her more then a few min four or five days a week.
mercgt73 Member
I started reading your post and thought... uh oh, will he still get full range of motion with that master cylinder? But you said the cylinder actually bottoms out before your foot hits the firewall/floor. Awesome! Great job!