Transmission Swap on a '57 Fairlane

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09-26-2012 | 03:04 PM

57Fairlane

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Transmission Swap on a '57 Fairlane

I have a '57 Fairlane that has a 1958 352FE in it with a 1958 Fordomatic transmission. I would like to swap the Fordomatic out and go with a floor shift manual transmission. What tranny could I use in this application?

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09-26-2012 | 09:33 PM

BIG BLOCK390

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u might need a c6 i think 352fe is big block

09-27-2012 | 05:36 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by BIG BLOCK390

u might need a c6 i think 352fe is big block

It is a big block.

09-27-2012 | 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by 57Fairlane

I would like to swap the Fordomatic out and go with a floor shift manual transmission.

Ford used the BorgWarner T-10 manual transmission between about 1956 to 1965. They came available with floor shifters. To bolt the T-10 to your 352FE you may need...

1958 1964 FORD 352 390 406 427 3 & 4 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION BELL HOUSING | eBay

A doner car with manual transmission compatable to your yr. make, model car could be used to install the clutch pedal assembly. Aftermarket clutch pedal assemblies are also available. Here are a couple of links to give you an idea...

Wilwood Brake/Clutch Pedal Assemblies - SummitRacing.com

Wilwood Brake & Clutch Pedal Assemblies - JEGS