Hi Guys! Need a little help. Has anyone tried to put a 5 seed tranny behind a 250 on a maverick? I just got me one fairly Cheap and I'm wondering to convert an automatic to stick and althoug I have most parts for it to happen I need to seek your expertice in this topic. Thanx a bunch!
Go over to fordsix.com(or maybe it's classicinlines.com now?)they can tell you all you need to know about this swap.
You will need an adapter which can be bought from any Mustang supply house. I had to modify the tunnel for clearance but some have said they didn't. I had to modify the transmission mount. And lastly, you may have to shorten the drive shaft.
You only need the adapter if your using the old style 3 speed manual bellhousing with the z-bar and stock linkage the 5 speed case. If you use the T-5 bell housing it will bolt right up, but you will have to use a cable for the clutch. I also had to modify the tranny tunnel to get the 5 speed to fit and sit right.
