Re: [Chevelle-List] Tremec 5 speed in66?
OK, I got it book marked will definitely keep you in mind. I believe this would make my 66 much more pleasurable to drive. Please keep me in mind if anyone does this setup in a 66 before I. Thanks, Dan
Re: [Chevelle-List] Tremec 5 speed in66?
No problem, glad to help out any I can. I'd appreciate it if you remember me when/if you buy a Tremec. I'll quite likely beat everyone else's price for you. You might bookmark http://www.tremectransmissions.com/ I just started it, and will continue working on it. The guy with the '64 hasn't returned my emails, but I'll keep asking around. I hope to build a list of cars that people have done, and document their experiences. Maybe by summer, I'll have more on the early-mid Chevelles. Mike Forte agreed that you're more likely to have to modify the tunnel on the '66/'67 than in the '68-72 cars, because the tunnel is a little smaller. He suggested that it would have to be raised a little. He didn't say how much exactly, but he indicated a small about. I'd guess 1/4" to 3/8". You'd only have to do a small section, where the top-center of the trans meets the tunnel walls. take care! [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks I appreciate but wont be doing any thing until summer when school lets out at the earliest. I will keep your e-mail on file though so I have your address when I do get ready. Please let me know if someone actully puts one in a 66. I also will be looking forward to the info on the 65. Thanks, Dan -- Check out my webpage at http://www.ProStreetCar.com and my For Sale page at http://www.ProStreetCar.com/classifieds.html Tremec Distributor at http://www.tremectransmissions.com/ Team Chevelle membership #178 (Gold)
Re: [Chevelle-List] Tremec 5 speed in66?
Thanks I appreciate but wont be doing any thing until summer when school lets out at the earliest. I will keep your e-mail on file though so I have your address when I do get ready. Please let me know if someone actully puts one in a 66. I also will be looking forward to the info on the 65. Thanks, Dan
Re: [Chevelle-List] Tremec 5 speed in66?
Has anyone tried putting one in a 66 chevelle yet. I've heard the tunnels on 66's are even smaller than 68-72 chevelles but not sure. Would like to hear from anyone that's put a termec into a 66. Thanks, Dan
Re: [Chevelle-List] Tremec 5 speed in66?
Can I get some information on the Tremec tranny? Do they have a website?? I have a 66 also, with a big block, and it would be nice to go over 60 on the freeway w/o taching out. Thanks Tim
Re: [Chevelle-List] Tremec 5 speed in66?
Tim, check out this article http://www.chevelles.com/techref/fpelltec1.html Or you can see the links at my web site http://www.ProStreetCar.com The article details my experiences with installing a Tremec 5sp into my '69 Chevelle, and there's quite a bit of info about the transmission itself. The installation process would be similar for your '66, although you will more likely have to modify the trans tunnel because the '66 tunnel is smaller than the '69s. The Tremec is more of a square trans, where the Muncie/Richmond/Saginaw trans are round at the top. Other than that, the GM Tremec will bolt right in, use your existing bellhousing, clutch, and a TH400 trans mount. The output shaft is a Ford C6. The C6 yoke is provided with the Tremec, but you'd have to have your driveshaft modified with the new yoke, and likely shortened a bit. Again, there's more details in the article. I'm a distributor for Forte Parts. They have quite a lot of info about the Tremec at their website at http://www.fortesparts.com/ I can get you a better price than what is listed on their website. Please let me know of any questions you may have. I'll be glad to help. BTW: With 4.33 gears, 31.5" tires, my engine is turning 1900rpm at 60mph. I just talked to another guy who claims 70mph at 1600rpm! (3.08 gear, 27.5" tire). take care, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Can I get some information on the Tremec tranny? Do they have a website?? I have a 66 also, with a big block, and it would be nice to go over 60 on the freeway w/o taching out. Thanks Tim -- Check out my webpage at http://www.ProStreetCar.com and my For Sale page at http://www.ProStreetCar.com/classifieds.html Tremec Distributor, Team Chevelle membership #178 (Gold)
