1: This is the Tremec TKO five-speed available
from Modern Driveline. It is offered in a variety
of configurations. Four different TKO boxes are
available in 500- and 600-ft/lb torque capacities. The TKO is here to give you performance
and durability thanks to its rugged design and
ability to fit just about any Mustang application. Modern Driveline is a Tremec Elite dealer,
one of just 13 dealers like it in the country
ready to support your TKO swap with outstanding parts and service.
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2: Centerforce gets you started with its legendary Dual-Friction clutch and 50-ounce offset
balance flywheel for 5.0L High Output
Mustangs, which yields a softer pedal yet
incredible clutch hook-up as rpm builds. JME
Enterprises supplies the late-model bellhousing
for 5.0L engines with cable clutch release.
Torque
Clutch
Capacity Type
Ft/Lb
Spline 1st
Count
In/
Out
2nd
3rd
4th
5th Rev
TCET4615 500
Mechanical 10/31
3.27 1.98 1.34 1.00 .68
3.00
TCET4617 600
Mechanical 26/31
2.87 1.89 1.28 1.00 .82
2.56
TCET5008 600
Mechanical 26/31
2.87 1.89 1.28 1.00 .64
2.56
TCET5201 500
Hydraulic
3.27 1.98 1.34 1.00 .68
3.00
26/31
3: If you’re thinking about installing a complete
factory clutch release system, think Steeda’s
#555-7040 (’83-’95 Mustang) instead of the
original self-adjusting clutch quadrant. The factory system doesn’t offer durability or ease of
adjustment like Steeda’s heavy-duty, fully
adjustable clutch cable system. Count on ease
of installation, too.
4: JME Enterprises is going with this special transmission crossmember from HPM Performance
Products along with a stock transmission mount for
good vibration and noise isolation.
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5: The ’93 Mustang GT’s underpinnings demonstrate how involved a transmission swap can
get. This is the automatic Overdrive. Where it
gets involved is the exhaust system, O2 sensors/leads, shifter, combination Neutral safety/
back-up light switch, and brake/clutch pedal
assembly. These are all steps that take time,
requiring your close attention to detail.
6: O2 sensors are disconnected. This is the time
replace your Mustang’s O2 sensors if they’ve
been there a long time. Lifespan for these
exhaust oxygen content sensors is 100,000
miles. It’s a good idea to replace all SEFI sensors to get your 5.0L engine’s electronic
engine-control system current.
7: Ford makes it easy to remove your 5.0L
Mustang’s exhaust system because all connections are ball-and-socket or flange type. Forget
the power saw and WD-40 for this task except
maybe header flange bolts. Drop the cat/H-pipe
package, and transmission access is a cakewalk.
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