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Posted by 68StangTAY (Member # 11114) on :
 
Im building a 351 an was wondering can i go throug it with bigger sprockets an what not would it handle 500+ hp?
 
Posted by dohcfox (Member # 12829) on :
 
not if you drive it hard.
 
Posted by 925_GT (Member # 11891) on :
 
Your driving habits are ultimately what will determine the lifespan of a gearbox. If you drive around without powershifting all the time and dumping the clutch at every stoplight then a T-5 will serve you for a good while.
 
Posted by sneakyfox90 (Member # 9379) on :
 
It can coexist with 500hp on street tires just don't slam gears over aggressively or you will kill the synchros in the t5
 
Posted by nitrous_bob (Member # 77) on :
 
correct....5k launches and sticky tires kill a T5, not power

let it break loose a little, and keep launches at 3500, and it will last, usually you bust an axle first
 
Posted by 68StangTAY (Member # 11114) on :
 
Ok thanks guys
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by nitrous_bob:
correct....5k launches and sticky tires kill a T5, not power

Those are my favorite, but my clutch didn't like it. lol
 




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