T56 Parts Needed to T56 Chevelle Installation
T56 Parts Needed to T56 Chevelle Installation
This is Gary 396. I have a 1967 Chevelle SS 396 with Mechanical Clutch Linkage as described in my Posts. I would like to include in my Post the Parts Needed to install a T56 Mechanical Linkage setup in Your Chevelle. Most of the Parts are common for 1966 to 1972 Chevelles.
Dear Team Chevelle Members, I will outline the components and initial choices that you need to make to do a T56 Tremec Transmission conversion to a 1966 to 1967 Chevelle where I had replaced my existing standard 4 speed Muncie Transmission. First place to start is to obtain the correct components for this conversion. The best place that I found to obtain most of my T56 parts was to contact Jody from Jody’s Transmission (located near Philadelphia, PA) whom is a Tremec Dealer at 610-413-8015. The are other Reputable Tremec Dealers such as Silver Sport Transmissions and American Power Train.
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The First Choice that a Chevelle Owner Needs to make is whether to mechanically disengage your clutch or to hydraulically disengage your clutch. The first method of disengaging the clutch is the mechanical method which uses the Chevelle stock Z bar linkage setup (which is what I am going to discuss here) and the second method is to use the hydraulic master cylinder and clutch master cylinder. I had initially chose the mechanical linkage setup here because of it’s simplicity which uses the Quick Time Bell Housing RM6023PB ($1,029 approx). The hydraulically clutch disengagement method requires the use of a different Quick Time Bellhousing being Part # PM6023 that uses a hydraulic master cylinder mounted on the firewall along with a hydraulic throwout bearing using metal braded lines for the Hydraulic Fluid that replaces the conventional throw out bearing.
My Post Primarily Centers on the Chevelle Mechanical Clutch Linkage. However, Since I had first installed my Mechanical Clutch Linkage Years ago, American Power Train has recently come up with 10 different compact Hydraulic Pedal Setups for Chevelles with Master Cylinders that are installed under the Dash which is impressive. See my Next Post for more information and Here is The American Power Train Link is
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The next decision is whether to purchase a close ratio Tremec Transmission (TUET11009 / Ratios = 2.62, 1.78, 1.30, 1.00, .80, .64) or a wide ratio Tremec Transmission. (TUET11011? / Ratios 2.97, 2.10, 1.46, 1.00, .76, .50). The selection of Close Ratio to Wide Ratio Transmission depends on what Useable Operating RPM range that you want to be in while driving 70 MPH. A Chevelle with a Mid Cam can operate in the 1,500 RPM range at 70 MPH while a Chevelle with a Aggressive Cam has to operate in the 2,000 RPM range.
2017 to 2022 Year Approximate Pricing
TUET11009 T56 Magnum Close Ratio 2.66 / .63 Final Gear Approx $3,295
Jody's Transmissions LLC
RM6023PB Quick Time Bellhousing using a Mechanical Fork Approx $1,029
RM130 Quick Time Dial Indicator Plate for Trans Collar Alignment Approx $110
T56 Magnum Mechanical Throw Out Bearing Guide Collar (Call Jodys Trans
(610) 413-8015 )
RM170 Quicktime T56 Bolts Kit
McRobb GM Offset Dowel Pin Kit
Jody’s Bellhousing Alignment Shim Kit
Jody’s Custom Clutch Rod Link Kit for RM6023PB
GM Corvette 3887177 Clutch Fork / 55-57 Chevy Danchuk 342 for McLeod Throwout Bearing ?
(Purchase Only from Danchuck as others cheaply made & Bend)
GM #15976 Sintered Bronze Pilot Bearing
McLeod 16505 Adjustable Throwout Bearing (needed all spacers with 22 lb Flywheel
McLeod 6911-07 RST Twin Disc Clutch 26 spline / 11"
McLeod 460122 / 22 lb Flywheel 2 pc seal 1955-86 SMB / BBC
McLeod 1540 Flywheel Bolts 7/16 - 20 th GM
McLeod 1500 Pressure Plate Bolts 3/8 - 16 th GM
Jody’s 68730002 Complete Mechanical Speedo Assembly
Jody’s T56 Mechanical Speedo Driven Gear Ford Adapter, GM Cable adapter
Jody Synthetic Auto Trans Fluid
Bowler All In One Reverse Lockout Module $300 to $326
Tremec T-56 & Magnum - All-in-One Harness w/ Reverse Lock Out
3913002 Hurst Shifter 1967 Chevelle (modified shifter lever adapter to align with center hole on console
Detroit Speed Upper and Lower Rear Adjustable Suspension or Aftermarket Brand
Denny’s Brand Aluminum Driveshaft Specs for 1967 Chevelle with T56 Trans $700 -$900
Denny's Driveshafts offers a complete line of high speed high rpm balanced steel and aluminum driveshafts for your hot rod, street rod, race car, muscle car, classic car, pick up, van, 2 wheel drive or 4x4 truck
Denny's Drive Shaft Questions that He will Ask You which is as follows:
(B6) = Overall Measurement from edge of T56 Case to Horizontal Rear Yoke flat spot 55 3/8”
(B7) = How far does Spline Shaft stickout past T56 Transmission Case
(B8) =
Does Not Apply, No Automatic Trans
(B9) = Yes Rear End has 2 locating Tabs
(B10) = 1350 U Joint = 3 5/8”
(B10A) = Not Applicable
(B11) = 1350 U Joint = 3 5/8”
Denny’s 3.5” Tube Diameter Aluminum Driveshaft with 1350 series U Joints upgraded to 1350 Sonnax Slip Yoke for T56 Ford Spline 6 Speed Transmission