1993 Cobra Registry

I'm getting a scratch when shifting into second gear. Seems to do it more when cold. If I get on it a little and try and shift into second from a higher RPM - it will scratch / grind as well. Not every time but, needs attention.

I love working on my own cars but, never did anything transmission related except for changing them out.

Wondering if I'm better off getting another trans or having the original rebuilt. Does anyone know what $$$$ I'm looking at?

Will also be doing the clutch while I'm at it. Lets hear some ideas on clutches as well that will hold up to 500 or so HP.

Kyle

I did a clutch/flywheel upgrade last year -

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I'd buy the Ford Racing T5z...better ratios and 7 tooth gear. Save you original and have Hanlon rebuild it.

Romo93 wrote:I'm getting a scratch when shifting into second gear. Seems to do it more when cold. If I get on it a little and try and shift into second from a higher RPM - it will scratch / grind as well. Not every time but, needs attention.

I love working on my own cars but, never did anything transmission related except for changing them out.

Wondering if I'm better off getting another trans or having the original rebuilt. Does anyone know what $$$$ I'm looking at?

Will also be doing the clutch while I'm at it. Lets hear some ideas on clutches as well that will hold up to 500 or so HP.

Kyle

Most the time the synchronizers go out in the t-5, the new technology has better adapted the gears and synchronizers together. There are several guys around here that used to build them transmissions at the local factory before it closed down. Might be best to rebuild or replace with a better version, or just do an upgrade to a t-56 with the power you are putting down. Plus the upgrade will help you out in the MPG area, cause the t-56 has lower final drive. There is a local shop that does alot of transmission work on race cars and street cars. Here is the link to them: http://www.rpmtransmissions.com/

Thanks WillyB93, Noac and Zzzzzzz...

Time to start researching

I know this is a late response, but I ran the T-5z and it was a good tranny, ran it for 4 years, last Aug I installed a GForce Street T-5. It was grand over the T-5z and worth every penny. I can't shift that thing fast enough!