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Posted by O1sscamaroguy (Member # 2775) on :
 
im trying to learn about the different available 5 speeds out there i know there are about three or four; Tremec, TKO, 3550, T5. but whats the best and what is capable of handling 400-450 hp. is the king corba clutch capatible with all five speeds or just a few? im trying to learn. thanks
 

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Posted by racercosmo (Member # 1864) on :
 
If you're looking at 400 hp, skip the T5. I would go right to the TKO, as it's rated at 425-475 ft/lbs depending on the specific model. The 3550 is rated at 350-375. The difference however is that you will need a new clutch disc and driveshaft yoke with the TKO, but you can use what you have now with a 3550. You will hear plenty of people say they run 500+ hp through a 3550, so if you don't beat on it, it's possible.

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Posted by shade-tree (Member # 298) on :
 
The 3550 will have zero problems at the 400-450 hp level, dragraced on slicks with a geared rear end.
 

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Posted by 91 5.0 (Member # 1527) on :
 
Skip the T-5 hassles...
 

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Posted by mustanggt5091 (Member # 444) on :
 
3550, if you got the cash, TKO!
 

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Posted by 91 5.0 (Member # 1527) on :
 

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Originally posted by mustanggt5091:
3550, if you got the cash, TKO!

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I bought the TKO when I did my conversion and never looked back. I couldnt be happier. I power shift all day long on my blown 302 and it hasnt given me a bit of problems.
 

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Posted by Blown Mystic (Member # 476) on :
 

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Originally posted by shade-tree:
The 3550 will have zero problems at the 400-450 hp level, dragraced on slicks with a geared rear end.

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