haha - I've been there on similar problems / hope your build works out and good luck!

Thanks Erin - 302s rule!

well said / I think the older 28oz cranks are tougher too / when ford changed the firing order, I "think" they lightened the crank casting - might have been a EPA play to reduce reciprocating mass/etc - baseless speculation on my part though :) / I'm sure there are some experts out there that know the reason for the change / thanks for the comment!

I think its a good idea to replace the clutch / they are cheap - if the clutch kit doesn't come with a flywheel, you maybe want to pick one up too (or resurface/grind the existing wheel) / on a driver, this step isn't always required / but if its discolored or it looks like it got oil burned/embedded to it, you "could" have some slip. I've done it both way and never had an issue (If i was reusing, I just cleaned it up good with brake cleaner). Clutch kit should have a throwout bearing so I think you are all set. Good luck!

Karl Peterson thanks, was thinking about replacing the oil pan gasket also

I'd like to put a Ford 289 in a Ford Model A and use a T5 transmission. Which year Ford Mustang should I look for to find a good T5 and bell housing that will fit the small block Ford? Suggestions appreciated.

I'll see if I can add some in

Hi Brad - not sure I'll be a lot of help here / best bet is likely to check the F150 forums for some input. High level though: I think it can be done and good luck with your conversion!

use one out of fox.. thats your best and cheapest bet

@@haydenwaits6047 any year?

@@lasaventurasdelchinoychini3516 mid to late 80s would be best

Thanks!

@@lasaventurasdelchinoychini3516 no problem

Check which ford trans you have and then google overall length and determine the length of your new 5 speed (ie- T5 / TKO / TKX / etc)- you'll need a bellhousing too - lots of options for you and in the end, a configuration will bolt up - your goal is to swap without having too cut/rebalance the driveshaft. Sorry if this isn't a lot of help but big picture: It can be done once you get get some of the model numbers / measurements. Thanks for the comment!

The ford t5 has a 28 spline output shaft so that’s what you’ll want to check on the slip yoke. If it doesn’t fit, there are slip yokes available which you can buy that mate to your driveshaft. Either way though, I think you need to shorten the driveshaft.

I don't have dimensions handy, but all that really matters is the block bolt hole spacing on each side - ie - if you cut the 2X4's / 2X6's / etc. and drill/bolt into place, the rest is pretty straightforward - just measure/cut as you go - you are just matching the engine mount spacing / I'll see if I can get some measurements for you / thanks for the comment-

It is controlled by a cable.

they only go on one way / spring side and clutch side / the dowels on the flywheel only allow it on a certain way too, but I think they are symmetric - thanks for the comment!

Might be pushing it / I think T5s are rated for 330 ft/lbs and a mild 351w usually makes 400 ft/lbs easy. It will work just fine….until you drop the clutch and the car hooks - then - BOOM. Bottom line: T5 is a great transmission for a driver but if plan to bracket race/drag with a 351w- might want something a little beefier / thanks for the comment!

Check your input shaft / did you use the same bell housing? If the input runout is greater than .015" (I think that's the ford spec), you could have issues. .015" is pretty big too / you likely can get it closer. If everything is lined up it could be a number of things from worn synros to shift linkage. Big picture: You can fix it, you just need to troubleshoot and I bet you can get things figured out. Good luck!

Summit racing - Jegs has this stuff too (lots of different brands / pressure plates / etc) - thanks for the comment

should be 85 ft lb. correct me if im wrong. I have a 390 with newprocess 435 and that is my spec. slowly bring up the torque. in incriments

Hi Craig / I honestly don't remember and i'll have to look / pretty sure i got everything from summit. Flywheel was OEM Ford and the clutch was nothing special (street performance / etc) - been working great so far. Check out the summit racing website and search clutches for your motor-flywheel / there are a lot of options -and- make sure you understand the balance of your crankshaft so you get the right flywheel / thanks for the comment