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I've done two toploader 4 spd to T5z conversions and I've loved both! I used the factory flywheels, bell housings, and transmission cross members, but used the adapters between the transmissions and the bell housings. The factory shifter arms even bolted up directly to the T5 shifters. I changed the slip yokes but didn't have to modify the driveshafts. Both cars had 351Cs putting out around 350HP, and I beat the hell out of both of them. The T5z's never failed, even through dumping the clutch at 2000 rpm and power shifting throughout. I can't say the same about a regular T5 though. I tore two of them up. As for clutches, I agree with 351c1971. The Centerforce clutch 11" clutch kit with the stock linkage is the way to go. Like he said, the pedal is very light and feels like it has a hydraulic assist. All in all, that is the "best bang for your buck" IMHO. It is so much easier if you already have a standard setup though. I've seen kits to easily add the clutch pedal to an existing automatic pedal support. Then all you need is the clutch rod and the Z bar setup. Here are the cars I converted. [ATTACH=full]72886[/ATTACH][ATTACH=full]72887[/ATTACH]
I've done two toploader 4 spd to T5z conversions and I've loved both! I used the factory flywheels, bell housings, and transmission cross members, but used the adapters between the transmissions and the bell housings. The factory shifter arms even bolted up directly to the T5 shifters. I changed the slip yokes but didn't have to modify the driveshafts. Both cars had 351Cs putting out around 350HP, and I beat the hell out of both of them. The T5z's never failed, even through dumping the clutch at 2000 rpm and power shifting throughout. I can't say the same about a regular T5 though. I tore two of them up. As for clutches, I agree with 351c1971. The Centerforce clutch 11" clutch kit with the stock linkage is the way to go. Like he said, the pedal is very light and feels like it has a hydraulic assist. All in all, that is the "best bang for your buck" IMHO. It is so much easier if you already have a standard setup though. I've seen kits to easily add the clutch pedal to an existing automatic pedal support. Then all you need is the clutch rod and the Z bar setup. Here are the cars I converted.
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