by ColinOpseth » Thu Nov 08, 2007 7:56 pm
Larry,
The 6-speed is sweet. I recommend if you go with a 4thgen you get a 94-97 unit. They're stronger than my '93-based T56 (although mine has better ratios!!!! i.e. close vs. a bit wider).
Also, a quick way to get around the VSS issue is to contact Dakota Digital. Looks like they make a box that will power the VSS with 12v, then takes the VSS output and turns a box with a speedometer drive. Pretty simple and reasonably cheap.
If your car is a 75 you should have better luck. If memory serves me right, the '75 has the largest transmission tunnel of any year.
Also, you will need your driveshaft shortened. If you're using a 700r4 the length may be the same. I think the 3rdgen guys use the same driveshaft when they swap the T56 into their slushbox cars. Just measure to be sure.
Also, I used the stock Vega clutch pedal. I prefer the hydraulics. The pedal feel is so much better. My only worry is how to run the exhaust. Man, is it tight on the driverside. Oh man. Like less than 2" between the body and the bellhousing tight.
McLeod stuff is, in my opinion, overpriced. It's high-zoot stuff.
'72 Vega with '93 Camaro LT1/M29 T56/12 bolt 3.31. 16" IROCs all around. Sanderson headers into duals with an H-pipe and Flowmasters. It's loud but at least it's faster than your grandma's Buick. pwned.