T-5 behind a 351C

Matt Elfstrum · 02-28-2001, 01:51 PM

I am needing some information on putting a 351C with a T-5 into a 64-68 Mustang, or if I can even do this at all. Information on putting the T-5 into the car would be most helpful. For example mounting kits, clutch hookup, and drive shaft etc.

COBRA66 · 02-28-2001, 02:59 PM

ok, for the first part of your question. A 351c will only fit in a 64-66 with sever massaging of the shock towers. It should fit just fine in a 67-68. And as for puting a T-5 in a early mustang, go to www.windsor-fox.com they specialize in restomoding. And they will have all the info and parts you will need to make that tranny work in the car.

NO SLO PK · 03-01-2001, 01:30 AM

They do make special headers that will allow you to fit a 351C into a 65-66. I know that Total Performance in Michigan was selling these headers for about $300 back in '87. John Vermeersh is the name of the shop owner, and he was also listed in the back of the FMS catalogs as the answer guru. I don't know if he's still in business, but it might be worth checking into if you don't want to cut your shock towers.

About the T-5, I don't think it will last behind the power and torque of a 351C. I bought a new T-5 for my '65, but I have decided against using it since I'm concerned it won't last behind a hot 302. For whatever it's worth, I've broken two T-5s in my '91.

If you're looking for a new T-5, I have one for sale but I don't think its a good match for your application. A Tremec would be more durable.

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'91 LX
Procharger, 3 row intercooler, extrude honed Cobra intake, Mac full Length Headers, 30# inj., 73mm C&L, 75mm tb, E303 cam, 289 rods, ported E7 heads, MSD, T-Rex w/255 lph Walbro, 5 lug conversion, Cobra R wheels, 3.27 gears and Moser Axles.

COBRA66 · 03-01-2001, 01:46 AM

NO SLO has a point about the t-5, infact that is the whole reason i am trying to sell my svo 351w, cause i cant afford to put a tremec behind it. But as for the engine, the massaging of the shock towers was to make clearance for the taller deck height of the 351c

Matt Elfstrum · 03-02-2001, 01:42 PM

NO SLO PK how much do you want for your T-5.

NO SLO PK · 03-02-2001, 07:21 PM

I'll sell my new T-5 for $650, buyer pays shipping. I paid Saleen $863 for it, no joking.

It was a take-off from Saleen (which is a new part that Saleen removed to build their cars). I may even have the original invoice, but I'll have to check.

02-28-2001, 01:51 PM	#1
Matt Elfstrum Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 14	T-5 behind a 351C I am needing some information on putting a 351C with a T-5 into a 64-68 Mustang, or if I can even do this at all. Information on putting the T-5 into the car would be most helpful. For example mounting kits, clutch hookup, and drive shaft etc.

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02-28-2001, 02:59 PM	#2
COBRA66 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: Central Valley, Ca Posts: 58	ok, for the first part of your question. A 351c will only fit in a 64-66 with sever massaging of the shock towers. It should fit just fine in a 67-68. And as for puting a T-5 in a early mustang, go to www.windsor-fox.com they specialize in restomoding. And they will have all the info and parts you will need to make that tranny work in the car.

03-01-2001, 01:30 AM	#3
NO SLO PK Registered Member Join Date: Mar 1999 Location: Arcadia, CA, USA Posts: 731	They do make special headers that will allow you to fit a 351C into a 65-66. I know that Total Performance in Michigan was selling these headers for about $300 back in '87. John Vermeersh is the name of the shop owner, and he was also listed in the back of the FMS catalogs as the answer guru. I don't know if he's still in business, but it might be worth checking into if you don't want to cut your shock towers. About the T-5, I don't think it will last behind the power and torque of a 351C. I bought a new T-5 for my '65, but I have decided against using it since I'm concerned it won't last behind a hot 302. For whatever it's worth, I've broken two T-5s in my '91. If you're looking for a new T-5, I have one for sale but I don't think its a good match for your application. A Tremec would be more durable. ------------------ '91 LX Procharger, 3 row intercooler, extrude honed Cobra intake, Mac full Length Headers, 30# inj., 73mm C&L, 75mm tb, E303 cam, 289 rods, ported E7 heads, MSD, T-Rex w/255 lph Walbro, 5 lug conversion, Cobra R wheels, 3.27 gears and Moser Axles.

03-01-2001, 01:46 AM	#4
COBRA66 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: Central Valley, Ca Posts: 58	NO SLO has a point about the t-5, infact that is the whole reason i am trying to sell my svo 351w, cause i cant afford to put a tremec behind it. But as for the engine, the massaging of the shock towers was to make clearance for the taller deck height of the 351c

03-02-2001, 01:42 PM	#5
Matt Elfstrum Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 14	NO SLO PK how much do you want for your T-5.

03-02-2001, 07:21 PM	#6
NO SLO PK Registered Member Join Date: Mar 1999 Location: Arcadia, CA, USA Posts: 731	I'll sell my new T-5 for $650, buyer pays shipping. I paid Saleen $863 for it, no joking. It was a take-off from Saleen (which is a new part that Saleen removed to build their cars). I may even have the original invoice, but I'll have to check.