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blaze65
New User | Posts: 9 | Joined: 09/07
Posted: 07/04/08
10:15 AM

Have 65 T code 200.  Tranmission is a HEF CW 3.03 which I believe is a syncro 3 speed.  I think this is a 66 trans and I am wondering if the Bellhousing could be used for a T5 Swap on the 200.  Thx  


 
blaze65
New User | Posts: 9 | Joined: 09/07
Posted: 07/04/08
10:32 AM

I should add.  I believe the HEF CW is a 3 speed for a 289 which makes me wonder if the Bellhousing is from the 289 and might work in a T5 for the 200.  


 
mechanicalguy48
Enthusiast | Posts: 410 | Joined: 12/07
Posted: 07/04/08
11:06 AM

Ford made the changeover to a wide bellhousing in 65 and used it across the line. So there is a good possibility that it will fit, you could still have an early model that won't however. If it has the small block 6 bolt pattern ,,, your in. If its a five bolt bellhousing to engine pattern you're stuck.  However as with the V8 you have to address the difference in input shaft length which might mean you have to use a spacer. Also that would mean with the T-5 you have to shorten your driveshaft a little because it is about an inch longer. Maybe its just me, but before I did that much work on a 200 six I would look at swapping in a 250 or a 300. I know you might want to keep it stock looking and the t-5 doesnt show and the shifter will come up in the same hole,,,so its not too hard a transplant. Good luck  


 
blaze65
New User | Posts: 9 | Joined: 09/07
Posted: 07/04/08
11:41 AM

Many thanks for the info.  This is my first project car so I appreciate the help.  I may keep the 200, if it runs only to try and save some $$. This is a Rustang convertible and I have already replaced the full floor, rockers, torque boxes, both doors, fenders and quarters.  So I am in deep at this point.  Once I get this car back on it's feet, I need to check out the engine, etc.  And that's all before I get to the 4 lug wheels and rear.  Thanks again  


 
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