Originally Posted by fiftee3
Hello friends,
My last subject post was the t5 would no go in. Well, it's in. Here are some pics. I also made my crossmember work too as you wil see.
Now I know I am new to this truck thing, but maybe my pics and comments might help others. The info on this site is Invaluable, and I am glad to be able to contribute. The trans is an s10 with electric speedo. I wanted the mech but hard to find and I got such a good deal on this one. Ratios are not what I wanted either. 4.03, 2.37, 1.49, 1.00, and .86.
I wanted the .72 od, but again, good deal. Really, I wanted for fitment and to try out. If all goes well, when I take 216 out and put in 235 I will get one with better od and mech tailshaft.
Ps) don't laugh at my gas pipe fittings shifter, it works...

Pics.... http://www.fiftee6.com/fiftee3.6/

Thanks for the post about the T5. That is next on my list for my 65 C10. It's going behind a 250ci.

I'm particularly interested in hearing your details regarding the hydraulic clutch modification. I'd decided to go with my factory mechanical clutch, but might change to hydraulic if your modification seems within my ability.

My mechanical clutch is on the DS. Does a 53 have a hydraulic clutch system from the factory?

I'm fortunate to be able to install my T5 and crossmember onto a bare frame. Setting up the eBrake might prove to be a challenge and I might need to remove the 65 eBrake bracket and convert to a 66 eBrake system.

Please feel free to send me a PM or whatever suits. I'd love to get more tips from you if possible.

Jay

Last edited by Lugnutz; 05/22/2013 12:28 PM.
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