The story goes this guy Zak who races NMRA Mod-Motor was able to make a t-45 live for at least 1 whole season beating the living snot out of a T-45 transmission. No it was not bone stock. He started a Company called The T-45 Source. can be found at The T45 Source - Proven, reliable T45 Transmissions
I just had my TKO fully rebuilt that I have had for 6 years along with a new clutch. I decided to sell everything for a steal. In exchange I was able to buy this street/strip T-45 unit from the t-45 source.
Here is what it comes with.
We currently have our Street-Strip transmissions being installed in two high horsepower applications to prove that this transmission can live at insane power levels. Stay tuned to find out how our transmissions hold up to 500+ HP and 700+ HP!
For more aggressive street stangs that hit the strip. Includes:
The Slammer Billet 3-4 Shift Fork
The T45 Source's proprietary QuickShift upgrades < for a limited time we are giving away our QuickShift upgrades for free ACT NOW!
Carbon Fiber lined Synchronizers
New Bearings
Billet Steel Synchro inserts
Brass shift fork pads
Optional: 26 spline heat treated input shaft
Powershift at the track and smooth downshifts on the street.
Ok I got the 26 spline Street/Strip version because I race on slicks.
I finished the install 100% today 6/14/11. I filled the transmission with Motorcraft Mercon V. it took about 3.5 Quarts. I also installed a new fidanza Flywheel, Promotion Pressure Plate 10.5" (RED) along with the 10.5" Kustom D/P Disc.(AKA Mcleod 800 Series Disc) Note: I do not like the Promotion Throw Out bearings. So I ordered all the necessary bolts for the FW, PP, along with a pilot bearing, T/O Bearing and clutch pivot ball and Alum. FW from D&D Performance. I also ordered a new clutch fork from Summit racing equipment. I already had an adjustable cable, Fire wall adjuster and quick release quadrant from Pro-Motion. The kirban Shifter was bought locally.
Let me say this after just driving 4 miles total today in the beast. The T-45 Source transmission is as smooth as glass. It is also quiet. I also want to comment on the clutch parts I mentioned above. They are also working flawlessly. The clutch engagement is smooth with no sign what so ever of chatter.
Right now I'm taking it easy but did get on it a little and the shifts were smooth. I will report back after my next track event but for now out of 5 stars I give the trans and clutch components mentioned above 5 Stars.:thumbsup:
EDIT: 10/3/13 Use Valvoline merc/dex 3 ATF. It is much better than the motorcraft 5 ATF
Here are some pics of everything.
This is the shifter I like to use. It is a Kirban Qwik 5 speed shifter. Made In the USA! Thank You Dale.
I just had my TKO fully rebuilt that I have had for 6 years along with a new clutch. I decided to sell everything for a steal. In exchange I was able to buy this street/strip T-45 unit from the t-45 source.
Here is what it comes with.
We currently have our Street-Strip transmissions being installed in two high horsepower applications to prove that this transmission can live at insane power levels. Stay tuned to find out how our transmissions hold up to 500+ HP and 700+ HP!
For more aggressive street stangs that hit the strip. Includes:
The Slammer Billet 3-4 Shift Fork
The T45 Source's proprietary QuickShift upgrades < for a limited time we are giving away our QuickShift upgrades for free ACT NOW!
Carbon Fiber lined Synchronizers
New Bearings
Billet Steel Synchro inserts
Brass shift fork pads
Optional: 26 spline heat treated input shaft
Powershift at the track and smooth downshifts on the street.
Ok I got the 26 spline Street/Strip version because I race on slicks.
I finished the install 100% today 6/14/11. I filled the transmission with Motorcraft Mercon V. it took about 3.5 Quarts. I also installed a new fidanza Flywheel, Promotion Pressure Plate 10.5" (RED) along with the 10.5" Kustom D/P Disc.(AKA Mcleod 800 Series Disc) Note: I do not like the Promotion Throw Out bearings. So I ordered all the necessary bolts for the FW, PP, along with a pilot bearing, T/O Bearing and clutch pivot ball and Alum. FW from D&D Performance. I also ordered a new clutch fork from Summit racing equipment. I already had an adjustable cable, Fire wall adjuster and quick release quadrant from Pro-Motion. The kirban Shifter was bought locally.
Let me say this after just driving 4 miles total today in the beast. The T-45 Source transmission is as smooth as glass. It is also quiet. I also want to comment on the clutch parts I mentioned above. They are also working flawlessly. The clutch engagement is smooth with no sign what so ever of chatter.
Right now I'm taking it easy but did get on it a little and the shifts were smooth. I will report back after my next track event but for now out of 5 stars I give the trans and clutch components mentioned above 5 Stars.:thumbsup:
EDIT: 10/3/13 Use Valvoline merc/dex 3 ATF. It is much better than the motorcraft 5 ATF
Here are some pics of everything.
This is the shifter I like to use. It is a Kirban Qwik 5 speed shifter. Made In the USA! Thank You Dale.
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Some day though :bored:
