Pro 5.0 shifter for the Tremec 3650
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Pro 5.0 shifter for the Tremec 3650
I'm leaning toward the Pro 5.0 short throw shifter for my '02 GT, I've read some good things about 'em. What do you guys think? How difficult is it to install one?
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Jason
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I cant personally vouch for the Tremic, but Ive heard its pretty nice. I have the Tri-Ax and I love it. Either one will really improve the shift feel.
As for the difficulty question, its simple. I did a short how-to thing for my steeda a while back (http://forums.bradbarnett.net/showthread.php?t=51280) and the installation is very similar for either shifter.
As for the difficulty question, its simple. I did a short how-to thing for my steeda a while back (http://forums.bradbarnett.net/showthread.php?t=51280) and the installation is very similar for either shifter.
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If you look at the fifth picture in the series, you can see 2 bolts, at teh front and bact positions of the shifter (say 3rd and 4th gears). You adjust those so that when you shift, the trans moves into the desired gear, but if you shift really hard, it puts all the excess forct on the bolts and not the internals of the trans.
Basically, back the bolts off and put the shifter in 3rd gear. thread the bolt so that it touches the shift handle, and then back it off by a few 100ths of an inch. then do the same with fourth gear.
Basically, back the bolts off and put the shifter in 3rd gear. thread the bolt so that it touches the shift handle, and then back it off by a few 100ths of an inch. then do the same with fourth gear.
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I have it on my 04 GT and love it. the throws are much shorter and crisper. However, be prepared to hear a little more tanny noise. The stock shifter has more issolation than the Pro 5.0, so more sound carries up the shifter.
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FYI . . .the 3650 had internal stops so DO NOT USE the bolts on a Tri-Ax or Pro 5.0.
NOTE:From Tremec dated 03/01
Tremec Transmissions
Service Bulletin 03.01
Subject:
Aftermarket Shifter Stops
Transmission Models Affected:
All
Severe damage may be caused by installing an aftermarket shifter with "shift stops" on any TREMEC transmission. All TREMEC transmissions are designed and manufactured with built-in shift stops to prevent over shifting. Therefore; shift stops on aftermarket shifters are totally unnecessary when used on a TREMEC transmission. TREMEC "TR series" transmissions have multiple shift rails with shift stops on the gearing. TREMEC "T series" transmissions have a single shift rail system with stops built into the guide plate.
When installing an aftermarket shifter on a TREMEC transmission it is best to remove the shift stops to avoid miss adjustment, and the potential of the screws vibrating lose. A misadjusted shift stop can cause an under-shift, which may lead to a gear jump-out situation. If the transmission jumps out of gear, the shift fork can be bent causing permanent damage to the transmission. Shift forks can also be damaged by "clash shifting". A clash is caused by a missed shift.
Neither an "under-shift", nor a "clash shift" can be prevented by shift stops. TREMEC shift forks are designed to take loads up to 1,000 lbs. However, a gear jump-out may well exceed 1,000 lbs. of force, which may result in a permanently damaged transmission
Tremec Transmissions
Service Bulletin 03.01
Subject:
Aftermarket Shifter Stops
Transmission Models Affected:
All
Severe damage may be caused by installing an aftermarket shifter with "shift stops" on any TREMEC transmission. All TREMEC transmissions are designed and manufactured with built-in shift stops to prevent over shifting. Therefore; shift stops on aftermarket shifters are totally unnecessary when used on a TREMEC transmission. TREMEC "TR series" transmissions have multiple shift rails with shift stops on the gearing. TREMEC "T series" transmissions have a single shift rail system with stops built into the guide plate.
When installing an aftermarket shifter on a TREMEC transmission it is best to remove the shift stops to avoid miss adjustment, and the potential of the screws vibrating lose. A misadjusted shift stop can cause an under-shift, which may lead to a gear jump-out situation. If the transmission jumps out of gear, the shift fork can be bent causing permanent damage to the transmission. Shift forks can also be damaged by "clash shifting". A clash is caused by a missed shift.
Neither an "under-shift", nor a "clash shift" can be prevented by shift stops. TREMEC shift forks are designed to take loads up to 1,000 lbs. However, a gear jump-out may well exceed 1,000 lbs. of force, which may result in a permanently damaged transmission
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If your stop screws are set up properly then they won't interfere with the internal stops. I know there is approximately an 1/8" gap between my shifter and the stop screws when pushed to the maximum point. I periodically check them for tightness.
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