Hey Everybody

I'm pretty sure a 68 Firebid coupe is comming my way in the next little while. It was originally a 350 HO car but it only a shell right now. I have the option of getting a 1970, 400 engine. If I do that, I still need a transmission (manual). I am pretty much convinced a 5 speed is they way to go. Anybody have any suggestions as to what I should be looking for? Can I head to the junk yard and find some 5 speed and take is or should I be looking elsewhere? It should be able to take 400 HP. What special considerations should be taken into account?

Thanks for the help:
Jordan

I'm a big fan of the TKO 500 and 600. Check this URL for comparisons with the Richmond Street 5.
http://www.5speedtransmissions.com/5sp_comparison.html#PriceAndTorqueComparison

I don't think that that site gives the Richmond/Doug Nash trans a fair review... I think for a racing application that the Richmond will be better due to the not as drastic gear changes. Also what the guys at 5speedtransmissions are not thinking of is the fact that most of us have a rear end with a 2.56 or so when we start out with our cars. Using a Richmond makes that 2.56 feel like a 3.70 or so rear gear. however with the TKO trans you would need to re gear to something like a 3.55 in order to get the car running optimally. I think no matter what way you go you will be happy with the results of switching to a 5 speed or even a 6 speed tranny.

Hope that helps

Paul Z.
68 350 Coupe

what would be a good rear-end ratio to go with if i were to get a richmond 6-speed and which ratio set should i get for the trans.....
I would like to get 4:11's for my rear

Thanks, Eric