2005 mustang manual transmission swap

Complete manual transmissions for ford mustang for sale ebay. The ford world rejoiced in 2005, however, with the introduction of the 5r55s, an automatic transmission that changed the landscape and made an autoequipped mustang a worthy purchase. Why you should neverever manual swap a mustang and why. Replacing the transmission in the 06 mustang youtube. Ford performance tremec magnum xl t56 6speed transmission. Ford s197 mustang transmission swap muscle mustangs and. Jan 07, 2019 the ford world rejoiced in 2005, however, with the introduction of the 5r55s, an automatic transmission that changed the landscape and made an autoequipped mustang a worthy purchase. Help 2005 mustang gt auto to manual swap mustang forums at. How to install a t56 magnum xl into an s197 mustang hot rod. The fifth generation began with the 2005 model year, and received a facelift for the 2010 model year. Ford performance transmission tremec magnum xl 6speed kit. Often i am asked by a person that has picked up a used mustang t5 transmission if the one they have found will fit their car.

Auto to manual trans how to guide mustang forums at stangnet. How to swap a 6r80 transmission into a foxbody mustang. The only problem with the t56 swap is that ford only offered the 429 engine in one model year of mustang, 1971. The solution to 2005up ford mustang s197 shift problems. I have an 89 mustang with a 5 speed manual tranny and also have a 92 mustang coupe with a bad aod auto tranny.

Ford mustang forum 2006 mustang gt shiftingtransmission. The new directshift t56 magnum xl for 2005 up ford mustangs represents a long awaited solution to the semiremote shifter woes experienced by many 2005 up mustang owners, as well as, tremecs most significant foray into the mustang aftermarket since the days of emerging 5. I have a manual wiring harness but ive heard that i can reflash my auto pcm via dealer. I called and spoke with a lady at ford and i told her i had heard their was a recall on the 2005 mustang transmissions a mechanic a few years before showed us. Jpcs t56 magnum xl package offers the a cheap way to get the best transmission available for your 2005 2011 2014 mustang gt. Jun 03, 2019 this 2005 mustang was built by brent white from brenspeed in pierceton, indiana to reach the 10s in the quartermile with a manual transmission.

Anyways the car is really hard to put into second gear, especially at higher rpms. Modern driveline t56 magnum xl quick swap modern driveline. The semiexternal shifters on the 2005 andnewer mustang. Jpc tremec magnum xl s197 conversion complete kit justins. Whether its a weekend cruiser and easy daily driving that youre after, or an allaround drivers car that is a blast to drive on the twisties, there really isnt a right answer when it comes to choosing the right transmission for your mustang. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for 2005 ford mustang when you shop the largest online selection at.

I have another question will a 0506 ford mustang automatic transmission 4. Ive contacted a couple dealers and they said they cant do any of that. Therefore there is a lack of instruction and guidance on performing the t56 graft into this year mustang. Mustang engine swap guide in this chapter i cover the common engine swaps for firstgeneration mustangs that increase performance potential. How to swap a 6r80 transmission into a foxbody mustang hot rod. The snicktsnickt of the gears, flawlessly executing a heeltoe downshift as you throw the car into the next turn of the wendys drivethrough, watching the revs rise in sync with your speedometer instead of lazily floating around the converter stall. Reason for removal were the inability to shift into 3rd gear as well as grinding while trying to shift. The worst complaints are transmission gone, difficulties with shifting gears, and car jerks and grinds at low speeds. Ford performance mustang tremec magnum xl t56 6 speed transmission kit 0514 gt. The gear hesitates to go in, and even after waiting for a second you really have to force the shifter. You will need to do the trans, cooler and lines, enginetranny wiring harness, pcm, pedal box, shifter, flywheel, clutch package and i would suggest buying a wiring diagram manual and studying it for a while like i did. Manual transmission parts for 2005 ford mustang ebay.

Complete auto to manual swap 20052009 mustang gt s197. Automatic to manual transmission swap cj pony parts. Manual transmission fluid acts like a film as the main shaft and countershaft gears spin. We follow along as this 2005 ford mustang gt convertible has its original 5r55s automatic transmission replaced with a tremec 3650 5speed manual.

Why you should neverever manual swap a mustang and why you. I was the 1st to swap from auto to manual in an 05 gt. Whether you need a better shifter for more precise gear. Mustang roush supercharger kit phase 1 475hp manual transmission 4. The mustangs automatic transmission really allows you to go fast while enjoying the pros of not having to shift through the gears on your own. I missed this earlier, but i believe this is incorrect. The tremec t56 magnum xl 6speed transmission is aimed specifically at s197 mustang enthusiasts. So ive had my car for about 5 years now and ive decided to make the switch from auto to manual. Fast forward to the 2005 14 s197 mustang, and the gt500 came with a stout tremec tr6060 sixspeed manual transmission.

The ford performance tremec magnum xl 6speed kit will help upgrade you to crisp, clean, confidenceinspiring shifts each and every time. S197 mustang tranny swap automatictomanual transmission. In addition to the ford performance tremec magnum xl t56 6speed transmission, you will also require a new driveshaft, pedal assembly, clutch, flywheel, transmission crossmember, hydraulic throw out bearingslave cylinder, reservoir and lines. It comes down to personal preference and lifestyle. Your best bet is to find a guy like the previous poster to go the other way.

Manual transmission fluid is constantly circulated inside, as the main shaft and counter shaft gears spin. Manual transmission 5 speed ford mustang 2005 10 only 77822k miles fits. Whether you need a better shifter for more precise gear changes or you want to upgrade to a 6speed to better handle the power and torque in your s197 mustang. The car has around 1,000 miles on it and runs great other then shifting under certain circumstances. In this article, well cover the manual transmissions that were factory equipment behind v8 mustang engines.

Mustang automatic vs manual transmissions cj pony parts. In fact, the t56 has proven to outperform the original 5speed transmission. Complete auto transmissions for ford mustang for sale ebay. Late model restoration is your onestopshop for all mustang manual transmissions and manual transmission parts. In a manual transmission, that piece is called a clutch, and in an automatic transmission, its a torque converter. Remove auto transmission, flexplate, shifter save all small nuts that hold shifter down, youll need 2 for the manual shifter, front fascia, trans cooler, lines. How to change manual transmission fluid for 6speed. Merl wilson from bowling green owns two manual s197 mustangs.

Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for ford mustang when you. This creates a film on metal surfaces that reduces heat and wear. Wondered if this would be a fairly easy bolt up swap putting the manual in place of t. The ultimate mustang engine swap guide by diy ford. In order to swap your automatic transmission for a manual or vice versa if thats your objective, youll need to disconnect the current coupling material and install the new one. Opr mustang transmission wiring harness manual 100625 87. Aug 28, 2018 fast forward to the 2005 14 s197 mustang, and the gt500 came with a stout tremec tr6060 sixspeed manual transmission. But i decided to put my own reservations aside and used logic and science to get to the bottom of this ls swap foxbody mustang stuff. I will leave the 2005 2010 t5 out of this, as these t5s are drastically different.

Before i go forward with the swap i want to be completely clear on the wiring harness and pcm portion of the swap. For manual transmission equipped vehicles, voltage from the sjb is supplied to the clutch pedal position switch cpp through circuit 32 rdlb. The fifthgeneration ford mustang s197 is a pony car that was manufactured by ford from 2004 to 2014, at the flat rock assembly plant in flat rock, michigan. Short throw shifters are one of the easiest upgrades you can make to your mustang, and can greatly improve the shifting experience for shift stick. The 4 th generation ls kicked off in 2005 with the c6 corvette as a 6.

The thinking is to use the truck auto transmission and some people managed to make the fox driveshaft work with a. Used ford mustang with manual transmission for sale. This is four a 2005 ford mustang, 5 speed manual tranny. The new directshift t56 magnum xl for 2005up ford mustangs represents a long awaited solution to the semiremote shifter woes experienced by many 2005up mustang owners, as well as, tremecs most significant foray into the mustang aftermarket since the days of emerging 5. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at.

My philosophy is theres no replacement for displacement when it comes to increasing performance, but the key is how you get it. Jpc 4r70w swap package s197 justins performance center. These are counted highly among things that i like and so i took it upon myself to replace the aging, broken c3 automatic transmission in my 1986 fox body mustang with a 1995 t5 manual. The 2005 ford mustang has 5 problems reported for difficulties with shifting gears. Lmr specializes in kits that are designed to swap your automatic transmission to a manual transmission as well as transmission swaps that are designed to provide a stronger manual transmission to accommodate a high horsepower engine. You need a tune for the ecu, the transmission, transmission wiring harness, clutch setup, flywheel for manual car, shifter, bell housing bolts pretty sure these years use different bolts for manuals over 5r555.

Hi i own a 2006 mustang gt with a manual transmission. Help 2005 mustang gt auto to manual swap mustang forums. The oe 5 and 6speed manual transmissions are probably the most criticized component in the 2005 2014 mustangs, so many complaints were given, nhtsa opened an investigation to see why. Count on for your 2005 2009 mustang manual transmission needs. This section of harness connects the main vehicle harness to the transmission area, but does not include short harness at transmission. This package is setup to work with either a modular or coyote engine. Improve the driving dynamics of your mustang with these manual transmission swap options from. Battery has plenty of juice but the engine will not turn over. New oem 19832014 ford mustang manual trans gear shift. Besides the initial cost of a transmission swap, performance enthusiasts see no drawbacks to installing a t56 6speed transmission.

Ford performance mustang tremec magnum xl t56 6 speed. The t5 has undergone many changes through the years and yes, many of them can swap. Ford performance transmission tremec magnum xl 6 speed kit. Mustang gt 19962004 mustang gt 20112014 v6 mustang pre 2005 v6 mustang.

Ive always been curious about learning to drive stick and feel a better connection to the cars capabilities. These kits will come with either a tko 500, 600 5 speed transmission or t56 6 speed transmission depending on your mustang s horsepower and performance needs. Sep 19, 2018 in this video we show us removing the transmission of a 2005 mustang gt v8 5speed manual. The plans would be get a manual transmission sometime in the next few years no rush, then later on, do an engine swap i. The 2005 10 mustangs came with a 10spline tr3650 that liked to break input. Tremec magnum xl 6speed for 2005 2014 ford mustangs. I have not and will not tell the insurance company. This reduces wear, heat, and keeps the components clean while driving. How to replace manual transmission fluid on 5speed. The ford mustang has offered both a manual transmission and automatic transmission option from 1979 all the way to 2014.

Ford mustang questions 2007 ford mustang transmission. Car complaints, car problems and defect information. Whether you are doing a mustang fivespeed conversion or you just need to replace the tail shaft seal, we have you covered. Buy the ford performance tremec magnum xl 6speed transmission kit for your 2005 2014 mustang gt from cj pony parts. Manual transmission parts for 2005 ford mustang for sale. The jpc s197 4r70w swap package is for anyone looking to retrofit a 4r70w into your 2005 2014 mustang gt boss gt500. The ford racing 6 speed tremec magnum xl t56 manual transmission kit features a solid mount and direct shift design which eliminates the problem of inaccurate shifts caused by the factory semiremote shifter. The tremec 3550 and tko 5speeds are still an excellent choice for a transmission swap due to their compact size and ability to handle large power numbers. It is written in the book of car guys right alongside ls swap it that a manual transmission is. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for ford mustang when you shop the largest online selection at.

Used ford mustang with manual transmission for sale on. Stangaholics now offers 5 speed and 6 speed complete manual transmission conversion kits to fit 6573 classic mustangs. I have a 2005 ford mustang gt with an automatic transmission and i have some money to spend and have fun with it so this summer i wanted to change out the transmission for a manual, does anyone know of any kits that are online. Get the best deals on complete auto transmissions for 2005 ford mustang when you shop the largest online selection at. Count on for your 20052009 mustang manual transmission needs. This 2005 mustang was built by brent white from brenspeed in pierceton, indiana to reach the 10s in the quartermile with a manual transmission. They said i need to purchase a new ecu for a manual transmission and have it flashed. This transmission package is rated to 750hp but we have had cars make over rwhp and is great for any street strip application. Apr 10, 2018 not really uncharted territory anymore but for diehard blueblooded windsor fanatic ford guys like me, this topic is a tad cringeworthy. I know this will be a tight fit and it will require some modifications but what else will i need. We follow along as this 2005 ford mustang gt convertible has its original 5r55s automatic transmission replaced with a tremec 3650 5speed manual transmission 5.