Weve wanted to swap a sixspeed into every mustang since. Ive noticed an odd aspect to our 2015 ford mustang gts manual transmission. Back in 2005 ford went to remote mounted shifter on the manual trans. For stangs equipped with an automatic transmission, it is recommended to go with either. With the gear ratios, wheel and tire sizes, and a handy excel calculator built by. Take a look at the tremec tko 500 or 600 race series mustang manual transmissions. The example fenske chooses to illustrate this dynamic. Ford final drive ratios find your transmission and rear gear multiplier below. Heres what came with your v8 mustang from the factory.
Your mustangs rear gear ratio dictates its top speed, fuel economy, and acceleration. Sep 20, 2017 in 1979, the foxbody mustang was introduced with the srod single rail overdrive 4speed manual transmission and was used up to 1982. Mt82 transmission specifications mt82 6 speed manual transmission gear ratios mt82 5. Whether its a weekend cruiser and easy daily driving that youre after, or an allaround drivers car that is a blast to drive on the twisties, there really isnt a right answer when it comes to choosing the right transmission for your mustang. Nov 10, 2017 2018 ford mustang gt features upgraded mt82 manual transmission. In this article, well cover the manual transmissions that were factory equipment behind v8 mustang engines. Gear ratios dictate how quickly your car will accelerate from a mechanical standpoint. After testing two 2018 ford mustang gts with a mere 3pound difference in measured weight, we were taken aback by how much quicker the gt is with its new 10speed automatic 10a sixthan it is. Jan 29, 2020 did ford ruin their manual transmission. Mustang gt manual trans overhauled for 2018ford authority. I asked a question once about tranny ratios and no one knew the answer so i did some more research and found my answer. Inside the ford shelby gt350 mustangs tremec manual transmission. Aug 12, 2004 i asked a question once about tranny ratios and no one knew the answer so i did some more research and found my answer.
Havent had any problems with it in the almost 2 years i have had it. Mustang rear gears mustang rear gear ratios overview cj. A total of 1964 units of a version of the 2015 ford mustang gt coupe with the performance pack and either a manual or automatic transmission, were made to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the ford mustang vehicle lineup. Comparing two ford mustang gts, from the 2015 and 2020 model years. I bought a 2015 mustang gt, manual transmission thats 435 horses. The mustang rear end gear ratios were offered with many options. If you are making 400 plus horsepower, chances are you will need to upgrade your mustangs manual transmission before you leave it in pieces on the highway or race track. Here are all the changes the t5 saw along the way, from gear ratios to.
Nov 09, 2017 the getrag mt82 sixspeed manual transmission in the ford mustang gt has been overhauled for the 2018 model year, with revised ratios and a new clutch. Oct 27, 2017 manual transmission gear ratio charts for gmchevy vehicles posted by onallcylinders staff on october 27, 2017 at 12. Tremec heavy duty ford manual transmissions are designed for high horsepower applications. Level 2 ford mustang getrag mt82 6 speed 201517 astro. I figured id post the info in case any one else ever needs it. The factoryinstalled getrag mt82 transmission falls short, so find out how to swap it out and convert to the modern drivelinetremec t56 magnum xl. From 1 september 2017, certain new vehicles will be typeapproved using the world harmonised light vehicle test procedure wltp according eu 20171151 as last amended, which is a new, more. Mustang rear gears mustang rear gear ratios overview. Nov 15, 2017 for 2018 the mustang gt with a manual transmission received not only massive engine updates but also manual transmission updates. Jan 29, 2020 the example fenske chooses to illustrate this dynamic. Learn more about price, engine type, mpg, and complete safety and warranty information. I looked at the zl1 camaro transmission rear bear ratios.
Ford discusses the great lengths put into creating the special manual transmission for the new 2015 ford mustang shelby gt350. Count on late model restoration for your 2015 2020 mustang transmission needs. The great thing about a manual transmission you control it. Inside the ford shelby gt350 mustang s tremec manual transmission. Gear ratios, limited slip and your mustangs rear end anderson. The final drive ratio shows you how many times the engine turns for one complete turn of the tires. The greatest mass delta is found when comparing gt fastback models equipped with manual transmissions.
Sep 20, 2014 all three engines come with the choice of a sixspeed manual or sixspeed automatic transmission. These werent rated for anything much more than 200lbft of torque and not really recommended for anything other than the stock engines the 7982 had. Unfortunately, response to the mt82 was not all that great. Is the mt82 mustang transmission the same in the 2015 s550. How transmission gear ratios influence the acceleration.
We can help you get the job done with the right parts, knowledge, and expertise to do it right the first time. The newer pony has 460 hp, versus 435 hp when the currentgen mustang gt first launched. For 2018 the mustang gt with a manual transmission received not only massive engine updates but also manual transmission updates. Building my ideal 2015 ford mustang ecoboost fastback torque. Perhaps this is because its the very same manual transmission thats served the mustang ever since the debut of the firstgeneration 5. The tremec tr3160 is a sixspeed rwd manual transmission that features six forward.
If anyone has any other ratio s or transmissions to add, please do. For 2015 mustang owners who are considering swapping their cars transmission gearing, m6g member aeropaul who plans to autocross his s550 next year has created a sheet that can calculate the final drive ratios for you the sheet contains all the forward gear ratios for the 2015 mustang s stock getrag mt82 6speed manual transmission as well as the 2. Ford mustang standard transmission with richmond 6speed transmission 2015, manual transmission main shaft by richmond. Gear vendors reputation for being the best is because of its continue reading ford drive ratios. It comes down to personal preference and lifestyle.
The new mustang was introduced as a 2015 model year vehicle. Transmission gear ratios if your planning on swapping in a different transmission or just curious on your gear ratios, the following charts will be helpful. Why the 2018 ford mustang gt automatic is so much quicker. Basically the shifter is rigidly mounted to the underside of the trans tunnel and there is moveable linkage connecting it to the trans, when the engine and trans torque or rotate under load, it causes. Inside the ford shelby gt350 mustangs tremec manual. The base curb weight of the 2015 v6 fastback with a sixspeed manual transmission is 3,526 pounds, a. As of 2011 only transmission manual or automatic available in ford super duty trucks. The tremec tr3160 is a sixspeed rwd manual transmission that features six forward speeds and one reverse speed. Layout rearwheel drive with limitedslip differential transmission 2. Rear wheel drive, sixspeed manual transmission available with single or double overdrive double and triple cone synchronizers featuring hybrid and sintered bronze friction material. Mt82 6 speed manual transmission gear ratios mt82 5. The base mustang, equipped with the v6 which now outputs 300 horsepower, strangely down 5hp from last years model with the automatic transmission weighs just 12 pounds more than the outgoing model at 3530 pounds, while the biggest weight gains are seen in the gt model, up 87 pounds to 3705 when equipped with the manual transmission, or. Ever since tremecs t56 appeared in the 2003 cobra, mustang fans have been enamored with the sixspeed transmission.
The ford mustang has offered both a manual transmission and automatic transmission option from 1979 all the way to 2014. Mt82 specs rebuilt mt82 manual transmission for mustangs. This final drive number is also your torque multiplier when in that gear. The issues with the manual transmission are overblown and i actually like my mt82. I would not be afraid of buying a new mustang manual right now. Rear gears can also affect things like gas mileage, automatic transmission shift points, rpm when cruising down the highway and what gear youre in when crossing the 14 mile traps at the dragstrip. Rear gears can also affect things like gas mileage, automatic transmission shift points, rpm when cruising down the highway and what gear youre in when crossing the 14 mile traps at. For 2015 mustang owners who are considering swapping their cars transmission gearing, m6g member aeropaul who plans to autocross his s550 next year has created a sheet that can calculate the final drive ratios for you the sheet contains all the forward gear ratios for the 2015 mustangs stock getrag mt82 6speed manual transmission as well as the 2. Ford mustangs t5 manual transmission 19832010 cj pony parts. Manual transmission gear ratio charts for gmchevy vehicles. The original magnum is modeled after it going into a fox mustang platform, tovey says. For mild performance builds, or just to replace an old worn out stock t5, consider the ford.
Jul 11, 2015 blow by racing is the first to install a tremec magnum xl sixspeed transmission into a 2015 mustang gt. I remember my 2011 gt brembo car i would start in second and skip shift 2, 4, 6 if i wasnt in a hurry. Richmond gear is the leading manufacturer of professional quality, highperformance drivetrain products. Hard shifting, missed shifts, screws backing out, weird clutch feel these are all problems that plagued the mt82 upon first arrival. A common upgrade for 2015 2020 mustang manual transmissions is the transmission mount insert. The biggest difference compared to the gearbox equipping the 2015 2017. The magnum xl is simply a magnum with a longer tail housing so you can bolt it right into a 200514 mustang, and even a 2015 mustang since the s550 chassis has changed very little from the 2014 model in terms of transmission tunnel dimensions. The gear ratios, synchronizer, fly wheel and clutch are all new parts. Why would you want to change your mustangs gear ratio. Scrap your getrag for the modern drivelinetremec t56. Manual transmission gear ratio charts for gmchevy vehicles posted by onallcylinders staff on october 27, 2017 at 12. The gear ratios in the transmission vary between the two models, with the newer mustang showing more linear acceleration across the. The ratios will also help you determine mph and rpm in specific gears for racers interested in how much it will effect their performance. While fords allnew 10speed automatic transmission landing in the updated, 2018 ford mustang has been the subject of some number of news articles, little has been written about the getragsupplied 6speed manual option.
All three engines come with the choice of a sixspeed manual or sixspeed automatic transmission. Ive noticed an odd aspect to our 2015 ford mustang gts manual. One of the most common pieces of mustang advice is to sway the gear ratio. A common upgrade for 20152020 mustang manual transmissions is the transmission mount insert. Count on late model restoration for your 20152020 mustang transmission needs. Why the manual transmission 2018 mustang gt feels slower. Tremec t56 transmission 2000 cobra r and 20032004 mustang cobra, ford falcon. It is manufactured by tremec formerly transmission technologies corporation the tr3160 is designed for either a single or double overdrive application and is used for light delivery vans, light commercial vehicles, or performance vehicle applications. Numerically lower ratios produce top speed while numerically higher ratios produce more off the line acceleration.
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