3 speed trans to 5speed swap
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dckustoms1
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3 speed trans to 5speed swap
Hello, I have a 1979 Ford f100 302 with a 3 speed trans. Shifting is now on the floor and was changed prior to my taking ownership. I think the three speed is terrible and want to swap with a 5 speed. My question is what type of 5 speed do I look for that will be a direct bolt on and will I need to replace the drive shaft. Please help cause money is tight so I can't afford to make a bad call on the purchase.
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sargentrs
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Re: 3 speed trans to 5speed swap
For general purpose driving, the cheapest way to go is the M5R2 from the late 80's light duty trucks. http://www.fordification.com/tech/M5R2_5spd-swap.htm Drive shaft may need modification. Not sure on a dent side but the write up is based on a bump.
Randy
1970 F100 Sport Custom Limited LWB, 302cid, 3 on the tree. NO A/C, NO P/S, NO P/B. Currently in 1000 pcs while rebuilding. Project thread: http://www.fordification.com/forum/view ... 22&t=59995 Plan: 351w, C4, LSD, pwr front disc, p/s, a/c, bucket seats, new interior and paint.
1987 F-150 XLT Lariat, 5.0/C6 auto.
1970 F100 Sport Custom Limited LWB, 302cid, 3 on the tree. NO A/C, NO P/S, NO P/B. Currently in 1000 pcs while rebuilding. Project thread: http://www.fordification.com/forum/view ... 22&t=59995 Plan: 351w, C4, LSD, pwr front disc, p/s, a/c, bucket seats, new interior and paint.
1987 F-150 XLT Lariat, 5.0/C6 auto.