1965 mustang manual to automatic conversion

Transmission performance upgrades for mustangs diy ford. This kit makes it easy to convert your 289302351w engine from a c4 or c6 transmission to an aod automatic. My uncles got a 66 289 mustang coupe with a 3 speed and i plan to give him a c4 setup that i got almost free for christmas. Garage find mustang is given a new life the story of this 1964. For a 1965 1966 mustang we recommend a t5 transmission for engines making under 450hp. Replaces the set screw at the base of the t shift handle on any 1965 73 mustang with automatic transmission. The ford 9 rear disc brake conversion kit will fit 1965 1973 mustangs with a 9 small bearing rear axle. For weekend warriors who enjoy canyoncarving, a manual box is a great choice. Ford mustang questions i would like to change out the 4 speed. Convert your classic to a manual transmission with this kit. Classic mustang five speed transmission swap modern. Modern driveline is the leader in five speed transmission conversions for ford power. The stock 1965 manual transmission starter was completely reusable for this swap. When restoring the brakes on your classic 1965 1966 mustang, improve stopping power by upgrading to power brakes.

Ford mustang manual disc brake conversion kit 1964,1965. The v8 drums were barely adequate and the front discs only delayed the continue reading 1965 66 mustang 6cyl to v8 conversion. Our line of products offer simple ways to upgrade your 3 or 4 speed to a tremec fivespeed or a complete automatic to five or sixspeed overdrive, we have you covered. Shop aod conversion for your classic 1965 1973 mustang at. This lokar gas pedal with pad for 1965 1968 mustangs. The t5 transmission is by far the easiest manual od conversion to perform. You should be able to use headers for a 69 mustang with a 351 also. If you are changing from a 3 speed, you need to get the manual tailshaft, the 3 speed and 45 speeds are different lengths. Swap in a manual transmission 65 mustang, mustang, 1965.

Auto to manual transmission swap 1966 mustang ford. Jan 29, 2015 you will also need a manual transmission mount,3 speed and 4 speed is the same mount. On top of low prices, advance auto parts offers 3 different trusted brands of ignition conversion kit products for the 1965 ford mustang. But that doesnt mean you have to be stuck with the nonoverdrive c4s. The t5 fits much better than a larger tremec tko due to clearance issues with the transmission tunnel. This cj classics power brake conversion kit for automatic transmissions from cj pony parts is a great, simple way of converting from manual brakes to a power brake system. Convert mustang automatic t o manual transmission clutch lever 1967 adjustable clutch rod 196770 mustang automatic transm shift knob with 5 speed. Stacey upgrades a 1990 ford mustang with a little help from our friends at american powertrain.

Our line of products offer simple ways to upgrade your 3 or 4 speed to a tremec fivespeed or a complete automatic to five or. This conversion kit conversions of automatic or manual transmissions. This is everything needed to install power disc brakes on. A father and son who own a mustang shop in toronto have a coyote with 4. It includes everything youd need to install the fivespeed without modifying the car or transmission included in the kit. Tremec t5 complete manual transmission conversion kit with hydromax. Pbu power brake upgrade kit, 8 cyl spindles required, automatic transmission cars only. Mustang power brake conversion kit automatic transmission. We take a ford transmission from a vintage mustang and go over the steps of how to swap it out with an overdrive, in addition to converting an automatic transmission to a manual transmission. Auto to manual transmission swap 1966 mustang ford muscle. Stout and solid, a modern, highquality automatic transmission will give you repeatable, reliable times, every time.

Ford mustang disc brake conversion w manual master cylinder rod kit 196473 fits. How to turn an automatic firstgen mustang into a stickshift with overdrive. With the t5 out of the way i pulled the bell housing, clutch, flywheel, starter index plate, pilot bearing from the crank, and in my application, the hydraulic clutch slave cylinder. Buy mustang disc brake conversion kits online mustangs plus. Basically, we sell complete conversion kits for your car to transform it from its current automatic or 4speed, into a modern 5speed overdrive using either a t5 transmission, tko 5speed or even a t56 6speed. Mustangs unlimited, onyx covers, classic car dashes, auto accessories of. Converting the 1965 ford mustang to front disc brakes. T5 swap, t5 conversion, mustang t5 swap, auto to manual. Swapping in a latemodel overdrive transmission, namely the t5 manual and the aod automatic, is a straighforward swap for 289, 302, 351 equipped cars. Converting from 3 speed manual to c4 auto mustangsandmore. Main parts you need to convert your classic mustang automatic c4 or c6 transmission to a modern automatic overdrive transmission for better fuel economy and. If you decide to cut corners, do not use the small 6 cylinder brakes.

Buy mustang disc brake conversion kits online mustangs. Classic industries offers a wide selection of brake components for your 1965 ford mustang. Clutch cable, spigot bearing, manual bootsurround to suit interior. All new casting, sector gear shaft and internalsnot a rebuild. Tko transmissions can be installed but it requires modifying the transmission tunnel. Where to download automatic to manual transmission conversion kit mustang and the engine as. Harley padillas baby is a fulltilt 1965 mustang built to decimate road courses. Fits 6566 mustangs with manual steering and 289302351w v8. Converting an automatic transmission to a standard shift youtube. Heres a list of what i have so far, am i missing anything.

Help needed with automatic to manual conversion of 68 mustang. Mustang, mustang america, mustangs unlimited, onyx covers, classic car dashes, auto accessories. It requires minimal changes, presents the fewest issues in terms of packaging, and easily fits into the transmission tunnel. March 29, 2021, stockton, california after 39 years in business as mustangs plus, we are proud to announce that mustangs plus has been acquired and will be moving to as part of the extra mile brands family of companies joining mr. Manual transmissions add another level of connection between driver and machine. Automatic transmissions are a favorite of drag racers. Rack and pinion steering conversion kits 1965 ford mustang. The borgeson integral power steering gearbox provides true modern power steering feel, feedback and a sporty 16. Jan 26, 2015 the following is a list of parts required to convert an i6 6566 mustang to a v8. This particular mustang was equipped with a c4 automatic transmission, but the fivespeed manual offers improved gear ratios for better cruising and performance, while offering more control for the driver. Unless otherwise noted, the parts listed are for v8 stang application. Shop power brake conversion for your classic 1965 1973 mustang at. Mar 14, 2007 1964 12 mustang teal green, ford 302, bored. Mustang plus carries mustang transmission and drivetrain parts from 1965 1973.

Stangaholics now offers 5 speed and 6 speed complete manual transmission conversion kits to fit 6573 classic mustangs. Automatic to manual transmission swap cj pony parts. Several sources offer automatic and manualtransmission crossmembers for 6573 mustangs, including ron morris performance, california pony cars, db performance engineering, national parts depot. American powertrain 1965 1966 mustang manual transmission. Converting a vehicle with an automatic transmission to a manual is usually not particularly costeffective, nor is it particularly easy. Power and manual steering conversion kits 1965 ford mustang.

If you want to go manual to auto, id think about aod. Flaming river 1965 70 mustang manual rack and pinion cradle kits. Cj classics mustang power brake conversion kit automatic. Classic mustang five speed transmission swap modern driveline.

The popular manual steering boxes for the classic mustang 6570 are back in production. Shop drum to disc conversion for your classic 1965 1973 mustang at. May 11, 2010 basically, we sell complete conversion kits for your car to transform it from its current automatic or 4speed, into a modern 5speed overdrive using either a t5 transmission, tko 5speed or even a t56 6speed. We have all of the parts you need to complete the conversion in a package deal or you can buy them seperately.

This lokar gas pedal with pad for 1965 1968 mustangs is made of 6061 t6 aluminum. Classic industries offers 1965 ford mustang conversion kits, 1965 ford mustang drum brake kits, 1965 ford mustang drum to disc front, 1965 ford mustang drum to disc rear, and 1965 ford mustang four wheel disc. These kits will come with either a tko 500, 600 5 speed transmission or t56 6 speed transmission depending on your mustang s horsepower and performance needs. C4 transmission 6bolt 289 c4 bellhousing oe torque converter qty. Exact reprint of originals right down to paper textures and color shades. Bill shows you how to install a power brake conversion kit on your 1965 1966 mustang with an automatic transmission.

This kit makes it easy to convert your 65 or 66 mustang with a 289 302 or 351w engine from a c4 or c6 transmission to an aod automatic overdrive transmission. Very clean, affordable collectable, rust free, nice car. Replace that worn steering box with a brand new needle bearing steering box and experience the difference in steering handling and performance. Mar 23, 2016 driving can be rather dull sometimes, especially if you re driving a vehicle with an automatic transmission. Dollarfordollar, poundforpound the t5 is the smoothest shifting, easiest to drive, and most reliable manual transmission for moderate horsepower applications available anywhere. American powertraintransmissions for your mustang from stang.