Will a T-5 fit under a low hump tunnel?

[Oil Can Larry]

I'm contemplating swapping a T-5 into my '69 shortbed and currently have a 3speed. Does anyone know if the T-5 will fit under the low hump?

[68 longbed]

Yes!!! I'm running one in my 1970 shortbed

[Blackjeep99]

I just put a T-5 I my 69 Gmc. It also had a 3sp. Not sure wht a low hump tunnel is or if I have one but mine is a swb and it fit perfect. U need to shortin the DS about 2.5 in. Get a trany out of a pre 88 S-10 get an 89 astro van clutch and a step ring to make the gap up for bearing retainer beLlhouseing connection to keep it centered. Also need to shortin the input shaft pilot a .25 in and cut the bearing retainer down to wht the 3sp is. And drill out the bolt holes t .5 in then bolt it all up. Do a test fit with out the clutch to make sure all line up well.
I got a bad trans the first time around so hope u have better luck than I did but you will love the od gear and ease of driveablity it provides

[tasian]

theres a write up on putting one in over in the engine & drivetrain board

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313954

[Blackjeep99]

I just put a T-5 I my 69 Gmc. It also had a 3sp. Not sure wht a low hump tunnel is or if I have one but mine is a swb and it fit perfect. U need to shortin the DS about 2.5 in. Get a trany out of a pre 88 S-10 get an 89 astro van clutch and a step ring to make the gap up for bearing retainer beLlhouseing connection to keep it centered. Also need to shortin the input shaft pilot a .25 in and cut the bearing retainer down to wht the 3sp is. And drill out the bolt holes t .5 in then bolt it all up. Do a test fit with out the clutch to make sure all line up well.
I got a bad trans the first time around so hope u have better luck than I did but you will love the od gear and ease of driveablity it provides

[Oil Can Larry]

Thanks for the pic 68 longbed! Makes me want to get on it right away. What kind of RPM's do you see runnin down the highway at 65 - 75 MPH?

Thanks to all for the responses! I've never seen such a great group willing to support each other when a question arises. I'll post some pic's of the shop truck soon.

[Oil Can Larry]

Tasian, just clicked the link and appreciate the info!

[treeboy97]

Are you putting it behind a 250?

I just picked up a T5 out of a 86 Astro, so I have read most of the posts I can find on this subject. Keep us informed on how it works out.

[Oil Can Larry]

I have a mild small block, .30 0ver, roller rockers, RVcam etc...Not worried about strength as much as needing overdrive so I can take road trips in it! I'd like to make the trip to Bonneville in August if I can get er done by then. I'll document the swap with photos and post them...that is, if it works without me developing a nervous tick in the process!

[raycow]

Originally Posted by treeboy97

I just picked up a T5 out of a 86 Astro, so I have read most of the posts I can find on this subject. Keep us informed on how it works out.

Treeboy, does your Astro T-5 have an offset shifter housing, and if yes, are you planning to keep it that way? I am wondering where the stick would come through the floor.


Ray

[treeboy97]

I had planned on removing the offset and installing a S10 shifter.