Thanks everyone for the help with the clutch issue. Two days after posting it my transmission grenaded in front of Turner Field in Downtown Atlanta. The 5 speed transmission was very weak and since it is still covered under warranty with only 25,000 miles on the truck, I dont have to pay a dime to have it replaced. Or I could drop about 3,000 for a Richmond or Tremac 6 speed transmission. What should I do?

 

it depends on if you want to mod the truck alot

turbogibbs on here had about 450-500rwhp on the stock 5-speed and some have problems before 400

i bet you could get a t56 from a fbody for less 3000

 

if money is not a big issue, i'd look for the t-56. Might want to go ahead and have the dealership replace the trans so you'll have a good one after you swap, or one to sell!

 

ive got a t-56 out of a 00 camaro with 37k miles that id let go for way less than 3 grand.. has a hurst shifter with it too..

 

a T56 from the dealer out of an 04-06 GTO will run you about $2,500. Also check out car-part.com, put your zip code in and search for a trans in your local area, sweeping all the salvage yards

 

I'd get it fixed for free anyway, at least it would be worth something in re-sale. Then swap it out.

 

Yep, get it fixed, then swap.

FLT does hipo T56s now. Give Chuck a call and tell him your goals, he'll build you a tranny suit your needs.

 

Or you could buy my t56 for $2500,flex plate, clutch, hurts shifter, drive shaft and all. I am going a4.

 

I need to find that deal on the East Coast.